False Starts

K/S Fanfiction
Title:	False Starts
Author(s):	D.A. Martin
Date(s):	1991
Length:
Genre:	slash
Fandom:	Star Trek: The Original Series
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False Starts is a Kirk/Spock story by D.A. Martin.

It was published in the print zine First Time #28.

Summary

"Twice, Spock removes the memories from Kirk of their lovemaking because of Kirkʼs reactions of guilt and shame."

Reactions and Reviews

I can't say that I approve of Spock's actions - taking away Kirk's memories of their earlier sexual encounters until the captain was capable of expressing his love. It seems immoral and I don't think the end justifies the means. I also thought this story could have used more warmth and needed a bit more fleshing out. It almost had the feeling of an outline — too much time covered for a mere 10 pages. On the other hand, considering the parameters the author gave herself to work with, I thought this was very well written.

I enjoyed this story and all the first times... or as the title suggests, False Starts. Each of Kirk and Spock's "encounters" was more interesting than the time before. And in each "encounter" Kirk shows a little more of his acceptance of his feelings for Spock. Also, I always enjoy stories that refer to occurrences in the Trek Universe. Makes the stories seem more "real" to me.