rating: 4/5 (more like 3.75 but I founded up)My favorite thing about novella was the style of writing; beautiful, lyrical and I really felt like I was inside Richie's mind. The second best part was that this was a romance second and a coming of age story first, along with all the growing pains of discovering who you are and where you fit in this world. The plot was simple, but in this case it worked since the focus was more on Richie's feelings and development. I wish it was longer, and that we could have gotten even deeper inside his mind. And that we would have seen more of Brandon. I guess my one complaint is that we weren't shown more than just the surface of why Richie fell in love with Brandon, and how their relationship developed. But at the same time I think that's less important than what the author chooses to pursue. Overall, I loved the story but I think it would have been even better had it been longer and spent more time exploring the development of these boys into men. I'm surely going to check out other stories by this author; have I mentioned how much I adore the writing style? 4,5*I loved this story about Brandon and Richi. even the "I love you but should not be together" part which often s just stupid nonsense worked here. no angst (also unrealistic for this time) but a sweet romance through and through. The kind of lyrical writing fit pretty well with the musician topic. Only thing that I'd would have liked to know, how will their live go on. What about Richi's musical career. What will Brandon do (stay in the army or not and if not what then). How will their parents and surroundings react/accept them. How will they built a live together (both have changed some)...
What do You think about Brandon's Laughter (2013)?
Absolutely adorable! Made me cry a gallon of years. Recommended!
—Syringa
Heartwarming and sweet story with lovable believable characters.
—frost
One of the best of the LHNB stories this year. Super!
—Avy
