I'm finally getting to read some Love's Landscapes stories. I enjoyed this one because the author really seems to understand the short story craft. We quickly get a feel for Theo and his conflicting views of his disability which in the end doesn't stop his determination to get what he wants, Ben the barista. We see Ben through Theo's eyes as this fantasy embodiment of the perfect boyfriend, smart, friendly and kind. It has a happy beginning kind of ending which feels right but It's also a story that could be expanded upon in a longer form. It all works but I could have done with a lot less smoking. This is an adorable story. And such a neat, small package. I'm not overly fond of conflicts arising from general obtuseness so the fact that these two didn't get together right away is simply because they didn't talk keeps this from being 5 stars.However the writing is clean and their dialogue is sharp. I love all the small exchanges they have before getting together. It's a great, short read.
What do You think about Better Than New (2014)?
3.5 starsThe ending was just sort of quick and anti-climactic...
—riptide23
A charming slice of life story that stays in my heart.
—kitkat
