Dropping a Stitch in Time

by Casey K. Cox

Dear Author,
Their relationship was perfect, something right of a fairy tale. Omar didn't even seem to mind the age difference. At least Jesse thought so. 10 years is not that much, right? Or was there another reason why after flowers, chocolates and mind blowing sex he woke up on Valentine's day to an empty bed. It's been four days. Chocolates and flowers are still by his bedside, but his lover is gone without a trace.

Photo Description: Cute naked guy lying alone in bed surrounded by flowers but looking sad.

This story was written as a part of the M/M Romance Group's "Love is Always Write" event. Group members were asked to write a story prompt inspired by a photo of their choice. Authors of the group selected a photo and prompt that spoke to them and wrote a short story.

Read the story online or find it in Love Is Always Write: Volume 3.

Genres: Paranormal, M M Romance, Romance, Short Stories, Fantasy, Angels, Contemporary

42 pages, ebook

First published June 30, 2012

About the author

Casey K Cox is an avid reader and author of m/m erotic fiction. Hailing from the West of England she tends to set her stories in the UK although some of her characters have been known to travel in time and space.

The popular 'Rise of Alec Caldwell' series is now available in print. Check out the list of titles available and follow her work at http://caseykcox.blogspot.com

Reviews

[Exina · Rating 2 out of 5]

Dropping a Stitch in Time is the love story of an angel, Omar and a mortal man, Jesse. It is not clear why Omar is assigned to watch Jesse. It is forbidden to interact with his subject, but Omar finds Jesse fascinating and irresistible, so he starts dating him.

The beginning of the story is sweet and humorous, especially their first encounter.

“I don't think I'm familiar with that tune."
"Tune?" Jesse scooped up the remaining boxes and placed them carefully. "It's Lady Gaga. I can't have been bad enough for you not to recognise it."
"Can't say I've ever heard of her."
"Where have you been for the last forever? Even my gran has heard of Lady Gaga."
"Oh, I'm not really local."
"Dropped in like Paddington have you, from deepest, darkest Peru?"
"I'm sorry?"
"Never mind. I'm Jesse. Can I buy you a coffee and introduce you to the greatest pop goddess since Madonna?"
"I'm not supposed to mix with immortals. What realm is she from?"

Jesse is totally clueless. He is drawn to the mysterious and superhot angel like Winnie the Pooh to honey, but I don’t know what Omar sees in Jesse. Vague plot, undeveloped romance, minimal conflict, and sometimes pompous writing style – not my favorite things.

And he could finally grasp why Omar had been afraid. It was daunting to love someone so much. Scary. But there was nothing that compared. Jesse would sacrifice anything, everything for Omar. Omar was air, Omar was purpose, Omar was life itself. If life had meaning before Jesse couldn't remember it. But now, now he was complete.

All in all, I expected more.

[Sandra]

Offered for FREE from the M/M Romance Group, Love Is Always Write: Volume Three.

[Syfy · Rating 3 out of 5]

Falling in love with a mysterious stranger is an understatement! Can't be much more mysterious, or gorgeous, than Omar. Poor little Jesse, brat that he is... I'll say no more, your turn, go read it!

[m. ✨ On Hiatus ✨ · Rating 4 out of 5]

Very enjoyable love story about a man, Jesse, who falls for a mysterious angel whose job it is to watch him. Omar has broken a major rule by showing himself to Jesse, but the two share a powerful connection that transcends their established roles in the universe. Omar has to make a decision: leave his family and the only life's he's known to be with Jesse or stay and witness Jesse's pain and despair from afar.

[Jeanne 'Divinae' · Rating 4 out of 5]

Aww, I really liked this read. It is about Omar and Jesse. A love that crosses over worlds/times. Jesse is down on his luck in the love department, then he runs into Omar. Meeting Omar flipped his world upside down. But Omar is not always around and is very mysterious. Why does Omar act so oddly and what does he do for a living? He also happens to know Jesse's every move, but why? This is a very sweet read about how far they will go for love.

[Tailtiu · Rating 3 out of 5]

2,5*

[Miriki · Rating 5 out of 5]

4.5

[qx · Rating 3 out of 5]

2.5

[Kathleen · Rating 4 out of 5]

4.5 stars

[Steelwhisper · Rating 4 out of 5]

I*m normally not into angels, but I liked this story a lot!

[Lauren · Rating 3 out of 5]

3.5 stars

[Victoria · Rating 4 out of 5]

3.5 - Sweet story. Love the interpretation of the photo. Thank you Casey K. Cox, for donating your story, time and talent.

[Helen Peter · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great story.

[Sarah · Rating 4 out of 5]

Great story. No sex though. Quite disappointing considering how incredibly hot the one MC was supposed to be. Oh well.

[GlamLawyer · Rating 2 out of 5]

2.5 stars... it just didn't work for me. I liked the writing style though.

[Morgana · Rating 3 out of 5]

3.5 stars

[Jenny · Rating 2 out of 5]

I didn't like the story very much. It all happened to fast for my taste, with strange time loops. I didn't get to know Omar very well, so I could not quite connect to him and the whole story. Also if I was Jesse, I would have sent Omar to hell multiple times and tried my luck with Gee. I didn't expect the solution the author has chosen, but it came just too far for me.

[SJ · Rating 3 out of 5]

Nice characters and a lot of emotions. I liked the FWB Gee.

[Shelley Chastagner · Rating 3 out of 5]

This ‘Angel’ paranormal makes for a nice beach read. I liked Jesse and Omar. The storyline is fine until the end of the book where it feels rushed and too perfect. I wanted them to have a real human life with all that it entails with the promise of what comes after their lives are done.
All read

[Nic]

Love is Always Write - Volume 3

[Lila Hunter · Rating 4 out of 5]

Really sweet story.

[Katy Beth Mckee · Rating 3 out of 5]

Mar finds love but he's really not supposed to. Jesse is really hurt. Luckily true love will find a way and break the rules.