I suffer from the same predicament as you. I'm very particular about my reading material, but the best tool in my arsenal has to be the library. I...
British, Reserved, Constained, Withdrawn, Icy, Bitter, Sour, Reticant, Solitary, Confined to name a few :D
Their scent, and the ability to look after their appearance while not being so... superficial.
'Opposites always attract.' Your story idea is compelling and I find myself rather jealous that you have such an awesome background to work with....
Personally I'd heed such advice, but that's just my opinion. :)
I have to sit down at my computer or writing pad and pour all my focus and attention into my writing, even the slightest distraction sends me off...
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