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Tony and Mac, Mac and Tony, what are we going to do with you? Or rather, what are we going to do without you?? These two men, the life they share with each other, their two children, friends, family and co-workers, is so full and fully realized. Full of celebration, fears, little worries, big grins, difficult decisions, easy paths when the light is so clear, hesitations and willful demands for love and lust so rightfully won through battles waged, big and small, inside kitchens, classrooms, squad rooms and hearts. Whew! Exactly!! In this latest installment regarding all as I’ve described above (and so much more), Tony and Mac are dealing with many things, some remnants of the near past, some from the not so near and some new challenges thrown into their already very busy and complicated lives. Just like all of us, sometimes they are successful in their initial attempts at making the right decision, saying the right thing, and sometimes not. Either way, they somehow - ok, not really somehow, they work on everything – find themselves and their ways back to each other. Their humor, their particular ways of interacting and reacting, their very unique voices are very strong in this story. Along with that, they still continue to discover new things about each other, have trepidations about being vulnerable, worry about how one will feel about the other’s words or behavior. In simple words: they are two very real and fully realized characters, two men, working their way through this very difficult, joyous, frightening and scrumptious world. Together. A slight spoiler, a moment of levity (even humor) during a very intense situation, which Tony recites Shakespeare, causing everyone to look at him, causes Mac to laugh and actually kiss Tony in front of the very family Mac has despised and maintained zero contact with leads to a very Mac and Tony way of dealing with it all. I actually made that note on my Kindle. These two are definitely still very hot for each other, sex sometimes manifesting in ways that range from the very sweet and gentle and all the way to the rough and grumble. Demanding. Wanting. Needing. Every time is so very them and it all works. Every part of this story works: the adoption, Mac’s family and all of the turmoil there, Tony’s connection to some of those involved in the case that gets Mac closer to returning to the force, Mac’s continuing recovery ,including both of them growing as people, together, in this relationship of theirs. I love the way these two communicate. I love the way these two are with their two kids. I love the way they have doubts and worries, and how they deal with them. All of this praise is not because things are perfect and they deal with it all perfectly, instead it’s because they are not perfect. Love and life and kids and fear and shame and growth are all hard work and far from perfect, and all of this makes Mac and Tony so very relatable and completely interesting. Kaje knows how to write people, of all kinds, all ages, from Grandparents to little kids and everyone in between. Each person is given a voice and is allowed to speak fully with it. There’s a scene when Anna is recounting something that happened at school, another student saying something not so nice, and just as she finishes that bit, she goes right to talking about a field trip coming up and can she go. I remember laughing out loud at that and could hear it so clearly. The same can be said for so many other moments in this book. I won’t say how this novel ends but it’s not usually something I respond to very strongly. However, in this case, I LOVED it. Simply loved it. This is probably one of the best books I have read all year long. Ms Harper, you freaking rock my world with your words. :) As an aside, the partnership between Mac and Oliver is just fantastic and figures into the ending somewhat. Will we get more of Oliver’s story? Even as a short? I feel some ripeness there ;) And a most important PS: a big thank you to Bev, Tina, Debra and everyone else who made one of my first two buddy reads simply fantastic. :D

To start, I know some people don’t like flashbacks but they really work here. They don’t overpower or seem disjointed. One minute Corey is in the middle of a stressful situation or in a dream, and the next, we’re suddenly back to the incident that is the catalyst for his panic attacks and the reason why he calculates where he sits in a room, making sure his exit is clear and quickly accessible. The momentary confusion felt as my brain tried to catch up during the switch makes it even easier to feel the connection to Corey’s incredible confusion about what happened then and what is going on inside him now. Sometimes the mind and body are in synch, sometimes they are not. And even when they don’t appear to be on the same page, the body knows exactly where the mind is treading even if the mind itself does not. Through most of the story, this is the frustrating limbo where Corey resides. It makes it of course difficult for him to absorb relatively normal conversations and situations, not to mention the attraction he finds himself unable to resist when it comes to Sean. The doubts and worries abound. The heat level between Corey and Sean, the actor and singer/songwriter whom Corey meets and feels that nearly immediate spark with, is scrumptious. Their encounters are flavored with need, gentleness, misunderstanding and major satisfaction. None of them are repetitive for the most part and I reread a couple of them simply because the turn-on factor kept my brain cells from remembering the words they were supposed to have just recorded. Sean is good for Corey and vice versa. It’s not a surprise that Sean sees this much sooner than Corey and is more at ease with the entire thing. A slight spoiler this does take place after the repeal of DADT, so it lends itself to some newer realities within the military setting and they are well done – watch for the handkerchief bit towards the end, love it when it comes to the military setting, especially when in present day at the training grounds and surrounding locations used. My one gripe, though it is minor, is that Sean’s reactions to some of Corey’s questions, self-doubt, assumptions and fear of hurting Sean (which means he of course tries to withdraw and beat him to the punch) feel a bit overblown, especially in the beginning. He feels a bit overly impatient or gets exasperated quickly. I think the author was trying to convey that Sean wasn’t going to give up on Corey that easily, and that he was working hard to understand the position of incredible stress and one unique to those who serve in combat. However, it almost accomplished the opposite of that as I also felt Corey’s uncertainty at some point when it came to Sean and that maybe he would leave Corey, given all he is trying to work through, including the investigations into the incident. I think the main reason it comes off this way is because we don’t get much background or conversations involving Sean away from Corey, so we don’t have too much to go on when interpreting the basis of his reactions. However, Sean is well implemented in helping Corey make progress in dealing with the PTS, and is definitely a LARGE help (I can’t resist!) in allowing Corey to both share and permit Sean to share with him their incredibly hot chemistry and blazing sex, along with the thoughtful and sensual gestures between them. I love Corey’s story. Kendall McKenna has definitely become an author I will continue to read and enjoy anticipating new works.

Holy hotness, batman. Weres as a recent (at least as known to mere humans) and open addition to the military, in theater, what a fantastic premise for a story. And fantastic this one was.Lucas is of the human variety, Noah is of the shifter kind. They both try to navigate this world in which they serve together, fighting off enemies of both two and four-legged creatures. They are two alphas trying to exert their dominance professionally, as well as within their growing relationship, while at the same time not overstep their bounds because of that very relationship.It's just plain fun to see the full gamut of reactions and interactions between all of the characters as they try to make sense of it all.There are a few miscommunications and frustrations, especially as they are both slow to realize what the other is thinking and feeling. Noah sometimes assumes, as evidenced in his actions, that Lucas interprets said actions in the same way he intends them. Not the case. And Lucas finds it difficult to discern if Noah's feelings are truly his own or are they all wrapped up in simply being a werewolf. The military setting is something I really like, the characters are well drawn, the humor is definitely there and the sex is fucking hot. It may be a cliche, but it's made hotter by the fact that they "wait" to fully express themselves until... well, I'll let you find out for yourself. I don't want to give anything away! I so enjoyed this one and already have the soon to be released sequel on my to-buy list. I think you will, too.Enjoy!!

I have never ever, ever, ever before found myself needing to – no, WANTING to, wanting – to use the highlight and note taking functions on my kindle as I experienced this gorgeous, silly, throat clenching, honest ride.There are people that are in our lives for a very long time and there are those that are destined to be in them for a finite period, the length of that shared life never a determining factor in their importance. I have one from more than 15 yrs ago on which I still allow my brain to wander across now and then, always smiling, if a bit wistfully, on the conversations and snacks we shared sitting atop those plastic bins, filled with cans of hairspray, cigars and toothpaste, waiting patiently to be placed on the shelves in anticipation of their new homes. They were the only witnesses to our talks of music, work, school... and more.These two men, Vin and Perry, they are both king makers, make no mistake about that. Perry may be the intended target, but everything is shared here, everything reciprocal. As much as Vin teaches Perry, as much as Vin builds those internal connections for Perry, as much as Vin helps Perry realize he still has a fully functioning door to his heart, Perry does all of the same for Vin. Lost and Found all around.The planning is exquisite and extensive (would Vin appreciate that word combo?) and no matter how much I tried, my own recognition would flicker to life mere moments before Vin would show us the way, preparing us for when Perry himself finally arrived at the appointed hour.I’m finding it very difficult to refrain from spilling out some of my own favorite lines, or even words. I don’t want to give too much away, I don’t want to risk for anyone a lessened trip for the meals, sea life, blankets and film.It may sound like a total cliché, these promises, but you will laugh, crease your brow, catch the dry lump in your throat, wanting to toss it aside. You will see yourself, see those you love, those who knew and those who didn’t, or at least, you may think they didn’t… but they did.We are so fucking lucky to be the one mammal that is able to write and read with such will, such force of will, and bring about ceaseless attempts at finding, understanding and accepting love.None of this even comes close to worthy reaction but I wanted to get something down immediately… felt that same want.Meanwhile, all I really want to do is wave my arms in the air, fingers flailing, and scream woohoooooooooooooooooooo!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

I hover between 3 and 3.5 stars. Rachel Swords's review pretty much says what I would also put forth regarding speed, characters and being not a fantastic read but not a bad read, either. It almost feels like this was really just the beginning of the story for the MC's that we got to see, even with the epilogue. Not necessarily a bad thing, it actually worked in the author's favor because there was healthy detail in many parts, while still maintaining the easy speed of the read.I do very much enjoy the "Lost and Found" series by J.M. Madden. So if you've read those, this is like a lite version of them when it comes to the emotions and character development. I would recommend giving Madden's stories a try.

You... what am I supposed to say after reading that? Beautiful, true, heart-racing and quiet survival.I've typed three different things just now, only to backspace them all away, none were worthy.A scrambling world in which I was scrambling to figure out who and when and what. I want to grab on and never let it go.

This is a love story, not so plain and definitely not simple. Chew on that for a sec… ok, good? Then let’s begin.This mostly takes place in 1944 in France, WW II at full blast, civilians and soldiers getting more and more demanding in their desires and actions to just make it all stop. The Russian front was especially brutal, and in every part of the continent, more and more towns and lands were being destroyed, in ruins and everyone was getting more desperate to find the key to turn the lock and open the door to peace – could that really happen?Before they could even get there, you had to survive first, including an SS officer, Hagen, and an American captain, John. They’re each doing their jobs, trying to gain intelligence, information, that may help get them all home in one piece sooner than later. I don’t want to give too many details away, even when it comes to the time line, so if you get frustrated by slightly vague reviews, maybe stop now and just go read this book. If that doesn’t bother you, and you’d like a little more, then carry on ;)Despite the seemingly incredible premise of this story, about the connection and interwoven paths between Hagen and John, it all works. There really aren’t any holes: from how Hagen ends up at the first camp where he and John “meet”, to the times when each of them give in to the momentary ‘what if’ in a question posited or answer provided, to the ‘what the hell am I doing?’ kind of decisions they each make that lead to unexpected but mostly accepted consequences. The fact that it takes place during war of course makes events seem unlikely but I think it’s actually the opposite: under extreme circumstances, you realize quickly what you want and what you’ll do to both get and keep it. This carries through the entire story and informs motivations with well-fed clarity. You’ll come close to holding your breath more than once, trying to remain quiet just like Hagen and John are often forced to do. In attempts to stay alive, what they do and what they say, how they say, when they say – all must be measured against making it another day, mentally and physically. To what end, to what life, they don’t know and neither do we.I’m usually not a huge fan of straight forward love stories, but I feel that is what we get here and it’s simply beautiful. Smooth and jarring, confusing and sharply in focus, sad and joyful, muddy and sexy. That it’s set during WW II is a huge part of it: hearing the description of Ardennes, having the town of Colmar mentioned, the intense cold, the beautiful countryside, the farms and farmhouses, I just can’t get enough. It’s a part of history that I have read a lot about, so with that as the setting for this fabulous story, I sank right in.This is definitely the work of Witt and Voinov but different than any of their other stories. READ. IT. And love.

What the -… I mean -… How could - … Ok, please excuse me a moment while I collect myself and my scattered thoughts, they are auditioning to be jumping beans on a trampoline *ahem* Now then…I will try to refrain from using crutches like “masterful” and “heart-thrashing”, oh, and just plain ole “lovely” – you know, shit like that.This is a blend of surrealism and reality worthy of the best Aran weave makers out there. Felix is surrealism as it lives inside our hearts and brains (especially when someone reciprocates), and Baldur is reality when seemingly crushed by perceived impending doom. Then, watch out! They swap aviators and Felix is the one who feels like he’s slipping into the vice of certain darkness forever, and Baldur is the one who pedals them towards possibly more than they could have imagined or willed for themselves: SKYBOUND.I honestly can’t remember if I’ve ever come thisclose to actually gasping out loud when I’ve simply rolled over the title of a story so well implemented in a sentence like this, nearly dumping me out of my proverbial hammock: the turning point in the story, the characters, and an unexpected exit from the round-a-bout that didn’t even exist, that is, until one of them decided it sure as fuck did and he was going to take it, for both of them. Fighting for the right to life and joy.I’m not one who needs a perfect ending or at least the permission to imagine my own scenarios of happiness when I get to the end of a great story. But somehow, with this one, we’re left with the very delectably tempting chance to imagine… maybe… just maybe there are walks and brunches and cinemas on the menu for their days ahead, and sweaty, fulfilling nights as the more than well-earned reward for surviving it all. Simply put, this parachutes you into a head space that is fucking brilliant.Damn, who left that crutch there…Yeah, yeah, writing this review was almost as fun as reading this story. ;)

3.5 Stars - I wish we could give half stars. Not a new wish, I know ;)There are some very good things about this book. The author definitely has talent for describing the settings and giving all of the characters emotional reality, their own places to be grounded, and with great expediency. The mix of people, their backgrounds and personalities, made each part of the story relatable. The two main characters, Matt and Kira, do form a fast connection but that also makes sense in the way it's built. Most of us have probably had at least one experience of feeling that instant connection with someone, whether a friend or something more. Some of the best conversations and exposition happen with Kira's parents and Matt's fellow cops. The last third of the book is rather emotional and where the author definitely hits their stride. Interestingly, it's also about the time when it feels like we're not riding along on a bullet train through the lives of these characters. More time is spent on dealing with the things happening to them and how they are all dealing with their feelings about them.You do feel the heat between Matt and Kira, as well as their shared uncertainties and the usual worries, especially in a new relationship. The sex scenes are hot but short. This fits into the way the entire book feels and reads. I got through this read rather quickly (just in case the other speed references weren't a clue LOL), at least it felt that way. I'm not so sure that I read any faster than normal but the action, the passage of time, almost made me feel like I was chasing it all the way through. Not necessarily a bad thing, but I think some things may have been missed or glossed over or simply dealt with in a short shrift fashion. The author may have done themselves a disservice in that sense. It feels like the surface was merely skimmed and so much more could have been explored and expanded and it would not have hurt the flow. Instead, it may have made for an even greater story and reading experience.If you're looking for some well drawn characters in a shorter story, with some heat here and there, and a really good finish, then I definitely recommend this one. I would probably read something by this author again.

I really do have to give this book five stars. It kept hitting me that I was really enjoying it, was thinking about it while doing other things and always wanted to get back to it and find out what was going to happen on the next page. These are simple things but some of the best about reading a really well written book.I'm still processing it a bit having just finished it (it's barely 7:30 AM as I write this) but wanted to do an immediate, if a bit raw, review. The characters are fully realized, and continually growing, which is definitely a main talent of this author. I won't get into specifics but I definitely reacted to their struggles, both internal and external. There is humor, self doubt, fantastic heat between Mac and Tony, worry over missed opportunities and wrong decisions, and so many more very human life experiences. Their jobs and past experiences continue to influence the decisions they make, especially about this relationship they both want very much to be everything they want. They just want a family, that place you know you can always go to and know that it's home and you'll both give and get what you need.I'm usually not the hugest mystery fan, and I don't necessarily go for children being a main focus in a story like this, but these aspects are so well handled here. The difficulties, the joys and the just plain hand wringing that you feel coming up off of these pages are all very real. Emotion. Suspense. Contemplation. Laughter. Love. They're all here, and so much more.Seriously, I ... all I can say is this is now on the will definitely read again list. Kaje is on my favorite author list now and I've just purchased the third in the series. Fuck, I love a good book.

Josh Lanyon can write. I know, what a shocker, eh? *wink* Not in a flowery, grand flourish kind of way. Instead, he has truly a great ease with words and you glide right along with him as you read. I’m not a huge mystery fan, and for that reason this wasn’t one of my favorites of his, but it was a highly enjoyable read. I liked this one better than the first volume of this series, which is why this one gets a 4 rating – I rated the first a 3. I think the mystery was better, we got to important character points quicker and with more detail, and there was more meat in regards to the relationship between Christopher (Kit) and J.X. Christopher is both very self-aware and at the same time, completely blind to some truths about himself, as well as those around him. This makes for a very interesting main character and narrator. There is humor and honesty, which contrast nicely with the gentle twistiness of the story and other characters as we get bounced around from one to the other – who is or who are the culprits? The continual redirection of the mystery is the very thing that helps the relationship, the communication (dare we say? I think that’s what Christopher would say to himself, not yet to J.X) grow between Kit and J.X. Whether they are going back and forth about what to do, who did what, why did that happen, or they are finding themselves in brave moments of reveal, it all seems to work and move the story forward. I really did enjoy reading this one and it leans more towards the memorable side than not. If, while I’m at work, I find myself thinking of the book I’m currently reading and want to know what’s going to happen next, that’s a good sign. At the end, I found myself wanting to say, ‘Wait, what happens next?’ – another good sign. As much as this may not have been my ideal cup of tea, I do still recommend it. You can read it as a stand-alone, I feel. Go ahead and add this to your read pile and you won’t be disappointed.And if you’re looking to add to your Josh Lanyon pile in particular, I definitely recommend the Dangerous Ground Series that starts with [b:Dangerous Ground|3953718|Dangerous Ground (Dangerous Ground, #1)|Josh Lanyon|http://d202m5krfqbpi5.cloudfront.net/books/1217709587s/3953718.jpg|3999394], there is always[b:Fair Game|8531376|Fair Game|Josh Lanyon|http://d202m5krfqbpi5.cloudfront.net/books/1327948419s/8531376.jpg|13398550] and I loved [b:Snowball in Hell|2390327|Snowball in Hell (Doyle and Spain, #1)|Josh Lanyon|http://d202m5krfqbpi5.cloudfront.net/books/1337262665s/2390327.jpg|19427756].

So, here we are getting to see life through Frank’s eyes, through Frank’s heart, and yes, through Frank’s dick. The first time in this story when Frank is alone in his office (Ch. 2) is so… human, and hot, sweet, needy and honest. Some of the story takes place at Market Garden, but since Frank is the boss, the tone of the scenes is different than in the previous entries in this series. This isn’t the only thing that sets this particular story on a different path that the others. Additionally, there is something definitely going on with Raoul, but more on him later. Frank is dealing with a lot of changes in his life at the same time, but I’m not sure he even realizes that in the big picture kind of way. Like a lot of us, sometimes things or ideas just sort of happen, you react to each one and it can take some work and struggle before the light bulb goes off. Some of his friends, or at least those he sometimes hangs out with, seem to be changing, and not all for the better, as information is revealed. Raoul partially fits into this category, but we are given so little in regards to his motivations, it’s hard to tell yet. (Is his story to come at some point? ;) )And on the flip side, some of his friendships gain even more solid footing, which may be the secret ingredient when it comes to trying something he hasn’t in a long time: a relationship. This is where Stefan (or…. ;) ) comes in. Stefan is younger than Frank but he’s been through some very serious experiences himself, and all of this means he knows what he wants when he sees it. Or in this case, when he sees him, as in Frank. These two main characters, the friends and all of the others are drawn well, as is the usual with these two authors. Some other reviewers had described what they felt are contradictions in some of the characters’ actions. They clearly are, at a minimum, due their own opinion, but I see these deeds differently. In the regimens we all have in our lives, or in those of ones we love, especially those more serious in nature, there have been moments of simply wanting to say “fuck it”. To chuck it all aside just once, to try and feel like our lives are something different than they are, to change the reality, even for just a minute. One thought, one toss, one sip. Most of this story occurs either at the paint ball field, Frank’s house or Frank’s car. Our treats are like icing on the cake in the nibbles we get of Market Garden, and each one of those packs a sweet punch. How’s that for overextending a metaphor? ;) I do apologize for some of the rather vague descriptions but I don’t want to give anything away, if possible. I loved this story. I loved the way it veered in a different direction than its predecessors, giving us yet another flavor to enjoy, while maintaining the same levels of heat and humanity. Such a long way we’ve come with these characters and this world, and yet there are still so many more possibilities to explore. *** slight spoiler*** I mean, what will happen if Frank does relocate? If he does expand, both the space and the scope of the offerings? What will Stefan do? What will Raoul do??***spoiler over*** Read it. Love it. I did and it’s on the to-read-again list now.

I think I have to say that K. A. Mitchell did it again for me. Trey and Danny -he tries to say he prefers 'Daniel' but there is something about the way Trey says 'Danny' that is irresistable and even as the reader it's unmistakable- knew each other as teenagers. They fumbled around, including with each other, and their lives separated suddenly, no closure, and were left with just the mutual hurt and assumptions, magnified through the exaggerated lens of a teenager. Fifteen years later and they are thrown together on a case, well cases, involving both of their families and many bad decisions and injustices. They struggle back and forth, one of them pulling while the other pushes. There is clearly an incredible connection here evidenced both by the fantastically delicious heat between them and their long held knowledge of each other. Or so they think when it comes to some things. People don't change in some ways,but in others, they definitely do. They both suffer from trying to work with each other, like each other, and maybe even love each other by interpreting words and actions through the prism of the past instead of through what is right in front of their faces. I think most people can relate to that. I really liked how they were both written, their banter and interactions, or lack thereof, and the sex is pretty hot, and highly emotional at times. This is a keeper and I definitely recommend it.

This initial entry into this world is shared through Jared’s POV, a relatively new employee at Market Garden who has been sort of paired with Tristan. Nothing official, but Jared has looked to him for guidance in navigating this place, heavy with the need to people-read in order to ascertain those very needs. Tristan has allowed it and taken him under his leather clad wing, though he would probably not admit it, at least not yet. Every word here is perfectly placed, each character so tautly drawn, as usual from these two authors. What a collaboration. With both of these writers, there is always such a fabulous mix of unyielding reality laced with true sweetness in both the words and actions of the characters, and Tristan and Jared are no exceptions. It is in full evidence in what they say and do towards each other and what they admit to feeling and thinking internally. I think that is one of my favorite things about this writing style, that fucking internal dialogue we get to see that amps things up, no matter the situation. I can’t help but find myself sucked in, pun both intended and not ;)This is what separates the great writers from the rest in that these authors give us characters who are just as human as all of us. The same basic needs as food and drink and sex, set against sometimes the not so typical a backdrop. Human + contrast = great story.Worth. Every. Penny.Don’t even hesitate, move on to the next in series. Hell, get them all, you’ll regret it if you don’t. Even if you are reading the ebooks, don’t waste those precious seconds in waiting to download the next as you finish the one.

Honestly, this is a beautifully sweet love story, the continuation of Nick and Spencer and trying to blend their lives together into one. Just like a lot of us, there are both outside and inward conflicts they are trying to work through as they try to nail down this relationship. This is definitely another case of it being difficult to give a review without giving much away - I want this all to be a surprise, the very least you deserve to experience the full impact of this ride.The conversations, assumptions and revelations are all things we can relate to. Then, of course, they're all heightened by the very nature of the setting in which Nick and Spencer are trying to figure all of this out.The sex is hot and each scene is so well done, both for the hold your breath quality and kick ass character exposition. There is always something to be learned ;)You could probably read this one as a stand-alone, but don't. Don't deprive yourself of this series. So if you stumble across this one first, go back, just go back and start with Quid Pro Quo and you will be so excited that you did.

This time we open with Spencer and Percy (the Brit scale at 100 with the names ;) ), colleagues and somewhat barely mates, and then enter: Nick. Yes, we get Nick's story here. Get ready. I mean it. Your brain is tricked into thinking you're reading a slow burn but no word is wasted - it doesn't take paragraphs or even sentences to shove you there, just a word, each word, and you're almost holding your breath, just like Spencer, as Nick does his thing... these things."It was quickly becoming apparent there wasn't a thing Nick did that he couldn't make sexy. Not overtly sexual, but sexy. Right down to the way his hand was arranged on the glass, like it was deliberate, even artful, every finger placed just so to make the simple gesture of picking up a drink look... elegant?"It's difficult to find adequate words to describe the simple truth of a passage like this. I've experienced the same, noticing how a man's hand wraps around a pen or puts on a glove. Another reason I love this writing style, I can relate to the situations and feelings, simply.And this is only the first time of several that your heart may skip a beat as a result of the interactions of these two. Yes, there are multiple. Read into that what you will. Most awesomely, it doesn't feel strange at all to be describing this even though a high priced pros club is the place where it all begins and partially resides.I find it challenging as I'm trying not to overstate things, but you know when something creatively punches you in the gut in that incredibly satisfying way. These two were meant to write.Balls-to-the-wall bonus: if you're a writer, looking for a spark, read something by these two and something may flip your imagination to whatever story you may be pondering.