Question
I'm in the middle of beta-reading someone's work and I've come across this:
"He won't let it show but I know that you leaving is eating him alive."
My question concerns the you leaving part. I know the current construction is very common in dialogue but I'm not sure as to how grammatically correct it is by more formal standards (and the speaker in this context is pretty formal). I would personally be inclined to use your leaving instead.
I've found this Wiki entry on the subject, which suggests that both constructions are sound, but I'd like to hear some other opinions. All comments are appreciated.
"He won't let it show but I know that you leaving is eating him alive."
My question concerns the you leaving part. I know the current construction is very common in dialogue but I'm not sure as to how grammatically correct it is by more formal standards (and the speaker in this context is pretty formal). I would personally be inclined to use your leaving instead.
I've found this Wiki entry on the subject, which suggests that both constructions are sound, but I'd like to hear some other opinions. All comments are appreciated.