Oh, wow, thank you so much. I've been reading and rereading Lieutenant to try and get a good grasp of how Bush thinks. He's very straightforward, I like writing his headspace. He isn't an intellectual, but that doesn't mean he's unintelligent. He's good at many things, and he doesn't overanalyse everything (although he does in this a bit, but that's because capital-f Feelings are involved.) And yes, he is a faulty narrator, as we all are. Nice things don't happen in Bush's world, and love is a Very Nice Thing indeed. Love between officers, in particular, is a Nice Thing that doesn't happen, as far as Bush knows.
"Officers with benefits" that made me laugh, thank you. But yes, a lot of Bush's hesitation isn't without cause. Love is a fine sentiment, but this isn't the Love Boat. This is a warship.
I can't answer that question just yet ;-) Just know all this angst isn't without some kind of reward. (The very first baby draft of this was very un-angsty and unsexy, all they did was cuddle, but as I rewrote it I swear the characters got better ideas about what would happen.)
I have an almost obsessive knowledge of Greek mythology (mythology in general fascinates me.) My classical education is mostly self-taught, but I've been fortunate enough in much of my life to be in an environment where that was encouraged (my university was/is a top place for classics study.) If you ever need help, let me know! I'm not particularly strong on Latin or Ancient Greek, but my beloved friend is good with those things, and mythology/history I am good at.
DUTY. Yeah... I'm going to have to agree with you there.
Haha, yes. Or get it on pillows and frighten my relatives when they come over.
I will try not to murder you a second time. There is definitely suffering in part 3 but I hope it's less bad. I am pleased that people seem to be reacting to this quite emotionally. Very few people have ever seen my writing, so it's quite gratifying to know I can make people feel things.
(P.S. I see you've found me on Tumblr. Hello! I do follow you, but from my main account. If you haven't already figured me out I can give you my username, but I warn you, I am far less dignified over there than I am on my sideblog!)
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"Officers with benefits" that made me laugh, thank you. But yes, a lot of Bush's hesitation isn't without cause. Love is a fine sentiment, but this isn't the Love Boat. This is a warship.
I can't answer that question just yet ;-) Just know all this angst isn't without some kind of reward. (The very first baby draft of this was very un-angsty and unsexy, all they did was cuddle, but as I rewrote it I swear the characters got better ideas about what would happen.)
I have an almost obsessive knowledge of Greek mythology (mythology in general fascinates me.) My classical education is mostly self-taught, but I've been fortunate enough in much of my life to be in an environment where that was encouraged (my university was/is a top place for classics study.) If you ever need help, let me know! I'm not particularly strong on Latin or Ancient Greek, but my beloved friend is good with those things, and mythology/history I am good at.
DUTY. Yeah... I'm going to have to agree with you there.
Haha, yes. Or get it on pillows and frighten my relatives when they come over.
I will try not to murder you a second time. There is definitely suffering in part 3 but I hope it's less bad. I am pleased that people seem to be reacting to this quite emotionally. Very few people have ever seen my writing, so it's quite gratifying to know I can make people feel things.
(P.S. I see you've found me on Tumblr. Hello! I do follow you, but from my main account. If you haven't already figured me out I can give you my username, but I warn you, I am far less dignified over there than I am on my sideblog!)