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Speak Its Name: A Trilogy

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Synopsis

Aftermath:
The time: 1920. The place: Oxford University. Since arriving at the college in the autumn, Edward Easterby has admired, and desired, popular and dashing Hugo Lamont from afar, never believing he had a chance for friendship—or more—with the man. Edward uses a chance, unfortunate encounter as a moment for an apology and a tentative conversation. Hugo, wary and guarded from a previous, unsatisfying liaison, slowly lets his defences down and opens his heart to the budding relationship between them. Poetic and beautifully written, Aftermath will stay with you long after Edward and Hugo’s picnic basket has been packed away.

Gentleman’s Gentleman:
Lord Robert Scoville seemingly has it all: good looks, intelligence, a successful military career, a title, and the most devoted manservant anyone could ask for in the form of Jack Darling. Jack would give his life for his lord and master but dares not breathe a word of the love he feels for the man, lest his advances be rejected. Then, a clandestine assignment, a train journey, and a double-crossing opens both their eyes to what exists between them. Against a backdrop of the Alps and Vienna, this intriguing story combines a satisfying blend of clever mystery along with the romance of a newly-discovered, mature love.

Hard and Fast:
Major Geoffrey Chaloner is back from the war, possessed of all his limbs but not a wife, a situation his father is determined to change. Demure but painfully shy Emily Pelham is presented as the potential bride-to-be. While Geoffrey finds her pleasant, he discovers he is far more intrigued with her moody and baffling cousin, Adam Heyward. In the midst of a proper courtship complete with hovering chaperones and parents, Adam manages to awaken feelings and emotions in Geoffrey that he never knew he possessed. Marked by Erastes’ signature writing style, this lyrical novella is laced with humor, magnificent descriptions, and a bit of a twist that leaves the reader satisfied but still wanting more.

Review

Speak Its name: A Trilogy consists of three stories and six gay men. The stories are all different but there are parallels between them and as time passes, sensuality rises.

Charlie Cochrane's Aftermath is set in 1920 at Oxford University where Edward and Hugo are students. It takes place right after World War I and there is still no complete recovery. Edward is from a well-to-do family and it is because of wealth that he is allowed to go to Oxford and he finds himself studying with several aristocrats. He is somewhat shy and innocent and has led a life with few experiences. When Hugo who is an aristocrat comes along, Edward feels out of place because the two have nothing in common yet even though the two will not admit it, they are attracted to one another.

Lee Rowan's Gentleman's Agreement is about a Victorian noble, Lord Robert who enjoys bachelorhood and his man, Jack Darling who is the perfect "wife". (Contradictory?...not exactly). However Jack does not sleep with the Lord however they do reach a point of decision and the rest is for you to discover.

Hard and Fast by Erastes is about Geoffrey who was raised with wealth and his bride has been chosen for him by his father. Geoffrey, however, is more attracted to the girl's cousin, Adam. Together the two discover what love is all about.

Each of the stories is an excellent read and even though I usually do not like novellas, this book satisfied me greatly. I smiled as I read and therefore I cannot help but recommend it.

-- Amos Lassen