Broken Image by Susan K. James & NJPax [Recced by Ayesakara]
Sorry for missing the weekend's rec; I was down with the flu. Here it is now:
Title: Broken Image
Written by: Susan K. James & NJPax
Timeframe: Post season 2 AU
Word count: 24 chapters long novel
Rating: R
Warnings: Nothing
Why I Recommend This Fic:
Because I love H/c stories, especially Brian H/c stories. So many times, it's Justin down the well, and Brian has to save him. Sometimes, I like seeing Brian in peril and Justin coming to his rescue. Though, perhaps, this isn't as cut and dried as that. Consider this: what if the B/J separation after the Ethan fiasco was longer than canon? How would it affect Brian? In this AU version, Brian takes it to heart by throwing himself into work, work and work -- while his ache for Justin is gnawing at him from the inside, eating away his defenses, his strength. Until it all comes out in the form of an attack he had no idea was coming. The heart-wrenching scenario etched in this novel shows the aftermath of that event. But even in the midst of pain can come a ray of hope and healing. Like I said, it's not all cut and dried. Because by rescuing Brian, perhaps Justin can rescue himself as well. I'm sure 90% of the people in this fandom have already read this story, but it's always worth a re-read. Enjoy! :)
Read the Fic here:
Broken Image by Susan K. James & NJPax
Title: Broken Image
Written by: Susan K. James & NJPax
Timeframe: Post season 2 AU
Word count: 24 chapters long novel
Rating: R
Warnings: Nothing
Why I Recommend This Fic:
Because I love H/c stories, especially Brian H/c stories. So many times, it's Justin down the well, and Brian has to save him. Sometimes, I like seeing Brian in peril and Justin coming to his rescue. Though, perhaps, this isn't as cut and dried as that. Consider this: what if the B/J separation after the Ethan fiasco was longer than canon? How would it affect Brian? In this AU version, Brian takes it to heart by throwing himself into work, work and work -- while his ache for Justin is gnawing at him from the inside, eating away his defenses, his strength. Until it all comes out in the form of an attack he had no idea was coming. The heart-wrenching scenario etched in this novel shows the aftermath of that event. But even in the midst of pain can come a ray of hope and healing. Like I said, it's not all cut and dried. Because by rescuing Brian, perhaps Justin can rescue himself as well. I'm sure 90% of the people in this fandom have already read this story, but it's always worth a re-read. Enjoy! :)
Read the Fic here:
Broken Image by Susan K. James & NJPax