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August 25, 2012 at 12:00 AM
Very nice story. I loved the ending and I am glad you left the jokers character alone, I mean after all he is a little crazy and that's why we love him. The part about dancing with his wife was so precious. I think that was my favorite part. Good Job.
Andrea
Andrea
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April 22, 2012 at 12:00 AM
ABSOLUTELY fantastic story! I cannot express how much I adored reading this! The way you took the characters just blew my mind. I was expecting some rape, honestly, but dear god, them falling in love was just perfect. The ending was cute, although part of me wants to think it could be Bruce dreaming, haha. All in all, it was superb, and I've already recommended it to my nerdy friends. Great job.
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December 11, 2011 at 12:00 AM
Thank you very much for writing this story, as I am sure great stories like this take time to write. It's sexy, the characters are so well developed, and (unlike some other great stories involving the Joker) it ends on a positive note.
What really touches me about this (and a few other works here on AFF involving the Joker) is the poignant way Joker's story highlights a very tragic aspect of the gay condition.
What I am going to say may upset some gay people, but as an openly gay man myself I think my opinion is reasonable and deserves to be heard. Gay men's behavior tends to be driven by what we are attracted to. We are attracted to men, and therefore we behave in some essential ways like women. I do not mean that we all want to wear women's clothing, but that a certain elusive aspect of our behavior is different from straight men. We often (or always?) do not have that quiet self-confidence, or arrogance, or disregard for other people's opinions, or pheromones or something else that straight men have. So we are not attracted to each other. Not REALLY attracted -- not in a way that makes our heads dizzy, not in a way that makes us willing to commit to a person for the rest of our lives, unconditionally. We reserve those kinds of feelings for straight men. Men who do not want us.
In our younger years we are ditsy and optimistic, going out to party with other gay flamers and queens, or with our straight girlfriends. We think that true love could be just around the corner. But as we grow older and watch our straight friends settle down and make families, we grow weary of the amicable and fun relationship we had with the rest of society. We begin to focus on finding satisfaction for ourselves, be it on the bottom of a wine glass or in casual and frequent sex. But none of it is truly fulfilling. Not in the way that a loving relationship is fulfilling; a relationship between partners who are compatible instinctually, subconsciously. And if we realize that such a relationship is truly not possible for us; that cruel circumstances brought us into this world and gave us no one to love - us, with so much to give. The thought of having to go on like this could drive one mad. Or at least it seems like a cruel joke. And it is enough to make us question whether we really have a stake in this world. Whether we really belong to this society we find ourselves in, and whether we need to play by its rules.
And so we might turn from witty and funny young gay men to cruel and sharp-tongued people who have no respect for anyone's life. People a lot like the Joker.
As I said, your story is very sexy. But that's not all. It also gives me the sad pleasure of relating to the Joker. It makes me ponder how gay men can really fit into our society. And the happy ending gives me hope that maybe I am wrong.
What really touches me about this (and a few other works here on AFF involving the Joker) is the poignant way Joker's story highlights a very tragic aspect of the gay condition.
What I am going to say may upset some gay people, but as an openly gay man myself I think my opinion is reasonable and deserves to be heard. Gay men's behavior tends to be driven by what we are attracted to. We are attracted to men, and therefore we behave in some essential ways like women. I do not mean that we all want to wear women's clothing, but that a certain elusive aspect of our behavior is different from straight men. We often (or always?) do not have that quiet self-confidence, or arrogance, or disregard for other people's opinions, or pheromones or something else that straight men have. So we are not attracted to each other. Not REALLY attracted -- not in a way that makes our heads dizzy, not in a way that makes us willing to commit to a person for the rest of our lives, unconditionally. We reserve those kinds of feelings for straight men. Men who do not want us.
In our younger years we are ditsy and optimistic, going out to party with other gay flamers and queens, or with our straight girlfriends. We think that true love could be just around the corner. But as we grow older and watch our straight friends settle down and make families, we grow weary of the amicable and fun relationship we had with the rest of society. We begin to focus on finding satisfaction for ourselves, be it on the bottom of a wine glass or in casual and frequent sex. But none of it is truly fulfilling. Not in the way that a loving relationship is fulfilling; a relationship between partners who are compatible instinctually, subconsciously. And if we realize that such a relationship is truly not possible for us; that cruel circumstances brought us into this world and gave us no one to love - us, with so much to give. The thought of having to go on like this could drive one mad. Or at least it seems like a cruel joke. And it is enough to make us question whether we really have a stake in this world. Whether we really belong to this society we find ourselves in, and whether we need to play by its rules.
And so we might turn from witty and funny young gay men to cruel and sharp-tongued people who have no respect for anyone's life. People a lot like the Joker.
As I said, your story is very sexy. But that's not all. It also gives me the sad pleasure of relating to the Joker. It makes me ponder how gay men can really fit into our society. And the happy ending gives me hope that maybe I am wrong.
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May 4, 2009 at 12:00 AM
Loved it. Okay I'll admit there was sometimes when it was a bit hard to follow. But it was a very good read, and the ending! There are not words to describe the pleasure, the hilarity, the look on Brucie's face! Oi! I hope you write more.
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March 1, 2009 at 12:00 AM
Wow! Speechless in admiration! You really do know how to put on a show, don't you! This was beautifully crafted from start to finish, gripping and entertaining. The participants remained very much in character, the scenes were believable and faithful to the movie, and you even managed to fit in a happy ending (I do hope poor Alfred wasn't inconvenienced in the process?) In conclusion: thank you so very much for a thoroughly delightful story! 'Purr
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February 25, 2009 at 12:00 AM
Total awesomeness. I love the way it ends... and yet it doesn't. I've loved every bit of this tale. Kudos, midear.
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December 2, 2008 at 12:00 AM
Wow! Feels like we're getting very close to the conclusion now - absolutely can't wait to see how you end it... 'Purr
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November 25, 2008 at 12:00 AM
I have been reading this story since the 1st part. I just had to review it, and tell you its great. 5*****
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November 24, 2008 at 12:00 AM
FINALLY!!! I had nearly despaired of seeing updates!
I'm looking forward to the next chapter! :D
I'm looking forward to the next chapter! :D
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November 6, 2008 at 12:00 AM
I have to say I am completely surprised by how much I like this story. I stopped off in the Batman section on a whim and was amazed to stumble upon this piece. I truly enjoy how well written it is. I love the way you switch between point of views so easily. I was so caught up in it that I read it twice because I didn't want to miss anything. While maybe a little out of character these new characters that you are working with still grab my heart and I find myself caring deeply for their welfare. I find that making the story interesting is more important than staying completely within character and you have done so. Congratulations you have a wonderful writing style and I hope to see more from you in the future, sooner rather than later would be ideal. Have a good day and thank you for writing.