Midnight Whispers
QAF Brian and Justin Fanfiction
Reviews For Broken Open
Reviewer: Tagsit (Anonymous) · Date: November 30, 2013 11:10 AM · On: Find Me

Talking from personal experience here, methinks Justin doth protest too much how 'over' Brian he is. TAG



Author's Response:

hahaha! Well.... ;)

Thanks for reading!

Reviewer: starfire64 (Signed) · Date: November 30, 2013 10:50 AM · On: Find Me

I’m really enjoying this story, very intense chapter but I love it : ) makes me wonder what Justin’s reaction will be when he runs into Brian again though, and what Brian’s reaction will be as well. It’ll be interesting to read. On a side note- LOL, I live in New Mexico : )Thanks for the update and looking forward to more.  Hugs ~ Janet



Author's Response:

Thanks! I'm glad you're enjoying it :) 

& New Mexico is great!

Reviewer: YumYumPM (Signed) · Date: November 30, 2013 09:47 AM · On: Find Me

I'm glad to see that Daphne is someone Justin can still count on.  Aaron seems like a nice guy, but it's almost like Brian all over again, except Aaron isn't a total dick like Brian was back then.  I've heard it said that you can't go home again, but it sure would be nice if Brain and Justin cleared the air.



Author's Response:

Oh I foresee Daphne as being in Justin's life forever :)

Interesting thought, that Aaron is more like Brian than Justin realizes. I'm curious to know what makes you say that. 

Thank you for reading, the story should give you what you seek...eventually :D

Reviewer: Predec2 (Signed) · Date: November 30, 2013 08:40 AM · On: Find Me

Oh, yeah...no chance of running into Brian at all (snicker).  I like how detailed you are with the turmoil Justin is feeling in this chapter. And I do feel sorry for Aaron, because I suspect that while Justin's motives are well-intentioned, his idea of ridding himself of Brian's hold on him forever is not going to go quite the way he thinks.;)  Thanks for the long update; very intriguing story.  Looking forward to the next part.  *Hugs*  ~Kim



Author's Response:

hahaha! yeah, it's slightly obvious that Justin will see Brian in NYC...but he doesn't know that! ;)

I feel sorry for Aaron too - he's such a nice guy!

Thanks for reading, I'm glad you are enjoying it! 

 

Reviewer: Severus_divides_into_H (Signed) · Date: November 27, 2013 05:44 PM · On: Back Out In The Cold

I really like this story! I read these two chapters in no time. You describe emotions so good, the ache inside just didn't let go of me. Fantastic work! I'm ready to eat all of my nails in frustrating waiting for the next chapter. This story just grabbed me and still holds me tight, I can't get over it!

What Brian did to Justin - and to Michael, too - is of course unforgivable and stupid, because I can't understand his reasons. Why do that? Like in 513, pretend so to give Justin a 'better' chance at 'better' life? That's Brian all right, always his own worst enemy. But then I got a feeling that he still expected Justin to come back, to Pittsburgh at least, maybe even to him. Does it mean that despite Brian’s actions, he still didn’t believe Justin would just give up on him? Considering their past history, that’s not surprising, but I believe Justin really had enough. After all, he was ready not to come back to Brian in 409, after he’d kicked him out for knowing about his cancer. Justin did come back, but I had a feeling that it was the last time. He came close to the point of giving up on Brian altogether. In your story, it seems that’s what happened. He gave up. And Brian was too deluded, too much of a coward to change everything, though I even doubt he’d succeed.

The meeting after those long empty years was painful, of course. I’m angry at Brian, but I still hurt for him. He was devastated, and jealousy made it worse – it must be unbearable to actually see Justin with someone else. And with other violinist! Fate can be so ironic and cruel at times. Justin’s coldness and indifference are definitely killing Brian faster than anything else could. Horrible situation, but fascinating, too. I loved every bit of it! I really hope you’ll finish this story. You make a great focus on inner feelings, battles and emotions, and I think you describe pain, loneliness, desperation and jealousy absolutely perfectly, professionally. Incredible story! I can’t wait to read more, thank you so much for writing it! It might hurt to see Brian so desperate, but I still hope Justin won’t forgive him easily. Brian needs to finally learn that he can’t, *can’t* push people away like that, and all eight years he was living like in a limbo. Yes, he was aching, suffering, but not as much as he probably will seeing Justin and knowing he has no rights on him, while the other man does. I’ve read Testimony to Love and New Year a few days ago, and I was really upset because I think in both stories Justin forgave Brian too quickly. I love happy endings and usually read only those stories that have them, but when one person does something terrible, and the other one forgives it almost just like that, it takes away all the thrill, all tension I was feeling. But the build up in your story is very promising — judging by Justin’s reaction, I don’t think he’ll change his mind that quickly. So much time has passed, so many things need to be considered and talked over. Thank you for this amazing ride, for making everyone so in character! I’m looking forward to more! 



Author's Response:

Thank you for this wonderful comment. I really appreciate all your kind words and hope you don't take them all back after you read Chapter 3! :)

The road to reunion will not be easy for either guy, nor should it be, and I intend to fully make Brian work his ass off here.

Thanks!

Reviewer: Tagsit (Anonymous) · Date: November 26, 2013 02:49 PM · On: Back Out In The Cold

Sad, lonely Brian . . . TAG



Author's Response:

He is his own worst enemy...

Thanks for reading!

Reviewer: Tagsit (Anonymous) · Date: November 26, 2013 02:20 PM · On: Broken Pieces, pt. I

So nice to see another story from you. Great opening premise, too! Can't wait to read on. TAG



Author's Response:

I'm glad to be back! :) 

Thanks for reading!

Reviewer: Jess (Anonymous) · Date: November 26, 2013 09:41 AM · On: Broken Pieces, pt. I

Ohhhhh I can't wait for the next chapters. It's so good. Thanks!!



Author's Response:

thank you! and thank you for reading!

Reviewer: Gina Marie (Signed) · Date: November 25, 2013 09:02 AM · On: Back Out In The Cold

Um, you know the title caught my attention.  :-)

 

Love it so far! Can't wait for updates.



Author's Response:

haha! When I searched for existing fics with this title I saw yours! However, since our plots are quite widly different I went with it - I hope you don't mind! :)

Thank you for reading, I appreciate it!

Reviewer: reiselust161 (Signed) · Date: November 25, 2013 07:55 AM · On: Back Out In The Cold

what an intense, into the deep chapter. I really like this story  with the ups and downs so clearly laid in the open. Keep the good work coming, sooner rather than later : ). But no pressure here!



Author's Response:

Thank you! I'll do my best to keep a good schedule for posting but with the holidays coming and a few other obligations I have, I can't promise anything :)

Reviewer: Crissy (Anonymous) · Date: November 25, 2013 05:01 AM · On: Broken Pieces, pt. I

OMG this is such a sad story, I hate when everyone gets mad at Brian.  I hope Justin feels bad too, then I won't feel so bad.  LOL. Please update soon, I love the story. You really captured Brian's feeling of pain and isolation.  I hope this does have a happy ending for the both of them.



Author's Response:

Thank you for reading, I'm happy to hear you are enjoying it. Things will not get easier for either of them for quite awhile, so hold on! :)

Reviewer: YumYumPM (Signed) · Date: November 25, 2013 04:31 AM · On: Back Out In The Cold

It hurts to see how Brian has evolved over the years, but it's so well written that his pain plainly shows through.  You've manage to give us an alternate timeline that makes sense and reads so like Brian.  Whenever you get the chance please update, cause I really want to know what happens next!!!



Author's Response:

Brian has definitely had his share of struggles, and you've only seen some of them...I did hope to keep Brian and Justin as much like themselves as possible (from what we saw in seasons 1-4), while also giving them a new and differnt path to follow.

Thanks for reading!

Reviewer: YumYumPM (Signed) · Date: November 25, 2013 04:08 AM · On: Broken Pieces, pt. I

Wow.  This is so good.  But does this mean that Justin never came back from LA?  I really want to see where you take this.  It is so compelling.



Author's Response:

Indeed! Justin stayed in LA. I will divulge more details of both Brian and Justin's years apart in coming chapters. 

Thanks for reading! I'm glad you're enjoying it :)

Reviewer: LNG (Signed) · Date: November 25, 2013 01:56 AM · On: Back Out In The Cold

If you can, please, post more often!



Author's Response:

I'll do my best; thanks for reading!

Reviewer: linda (Anonymous) · Date: November 25, 2013 12:27 AM · On: Broken Pieces, pt. I

Love this beginning. Have seen adam several times. He is the best. Brian needs to get himself together and not fly apart.

Author's Response:

Thank you for reading! You are lucky having seen Adam more than once! I've not had that pleasure, but I hope someday to get the chance :)

As for Brian, he was caught off guard in this first chapter - he'll appear much more "together" as the story progresses...

Reviewer: PAIGE (Anonymous) · Date: November 24, 2013 09:58 PM · On: Broken Pieces, pt. I

GREAT BEGINNING! RUNNING SCARED BRIAN--WHO'D THUNK IT. BROKEN OPEN, AN APT TITLE. ADAM IS MY ABSOLUTE FAV. I HAVE SEEN HIM IN CONCERT MULTIPLE TIMES AND BROKEN OPEN IS A SOULEFUL HEART RENDERING SONG. THIS IS GOING TO BE A GREAT STORY.

Author's Response:

Thank you for reading! And lucky you - having seen Adam in concert! I have not had that priviledge and would LOVE to be able to!

Reviewer: LegendaryBritinKinlor (Signed) · Date: November 24, 2013 09:49 PM · On: Broken Pieces, pt. I

Well now this looks truly interesting. I can't wait to read Justin's POV if you write it about seeing Brian again. I also can't wait to see how you get them back together. I love stories like these some of my favorites because it allows for change in the boys. Well done!!

:)



Author's Response:

There will be Justin and Brian POV in varying chapters, so no worries, you'll get Justin's reaction too :)

Thanks for reading, I hope you like what I do with these two!

Reviewer: Blanca (Signed) · Date: November 24, 2013 04:13 PM · On: Broken Pieces, pt. I

This story sounds very interesting, I felt so much angst with it, although I love the plot, I always do love reading stories of B/J being apart for long but still find their way back to each other. What's in between that I am eager to know. I love the jealousy part thing too. Wonderful start my dear. Can't wait for more. {{{Hugs}}}

Author's Response:

Oh there will be quite a lot of angst to come, too - but it'll be worth it in the end. :)

Thanks for reading!!

Reviewer: bksbracelet (Signed) · Date: November 24, 2013 01:44 PM · On: Broken Pieces, pt. I

Oh I am invested in this one it sounds really good judging by the first chapter

Author's Response:

Thanks for reading, I'm glad I hooked you with the first chapter! :)

Reviewer: starfire64 (Signed) · Date: November 24, 2013 12:01 PM · On: Broken Pieces, pt. I

This looks like the start to a very interesting story, can't wait to read more : )

Hugs ~ Janet



Author's Response:

Thanks for reading! I hope you continue to find it interesting :)

 

Reviewer: reiselust161 (Signed) · Date: November 24, 2013 07:08 AM · On: Broken Pieces, pt. I

GREAT!! 

Update soon ;) pretty please



Author's Response:

thanks for reading! Chapter 2 is up :D

Reviewer: Predec2 (Signed) · Date: November 24, 2013 06:16 AM · On: Broken Pieces, pt. I

Hi, Michelle - was hoping this would show up over here, and here it is.;)  Interesting beginning as I mentioned before.  Love a little jealous Brian thrown into the mix, too. Looking forward to the rest of your story; I'm sure it will include a lot of angst, but something tells me before you're done that you will right their world again.:) *Hugs*  ~Kim



Author's Response:

Thanks Kim. Definitely lots of angst to come, but I would never keep them apart so.... :)

I nearly gave up on putting the story up here. It took me four attempts over the last week before between getting database errors, random outtages and incompatibilities (apparently the New Story interface no longer works in the Chrome browser - at least it doesn't for me...). But here it is, finally!

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