Hotshoes

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Title:	Hotshoes
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Date(s):	2006
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Fandom:	Hardcastle and McCormick
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Hotshoes is a gen Hardcastle and McCormick anthology. All five issues were published in 2006.

From a distributor, Agent With Style: "From the early days of Mark's parole into Hardcastle's care, when both men are unsure of where they stand with the other and trust is at a premium, to several years beyond, when the love and belief in each man is clearly shown by the other, and both count on that trust to get them through the troubles that seem to follow them around everywhere they go -- this gen zine has it all. "

Issue 1

Hotshoes 1 was published in 2006 and contains 136 pages.

cover of issue #1

• Aggie's Visit by Owlcroft
• Have We Met? by Susan Bishoff
• Being There by Cheri deFonteny

Reactions and Reviews: Issue 1

[Being There]: I am so happy this story was finally posted.I read this from the CDFanzine it's in of course and now I finshed reading it again.

I loved it now as much as the first time I read it.

That really sure didnt seem fair even the possiblity of The relationship Mark has with the judge getting severed.

I know Mark was going crazy with the idea of it.

I know anyone would.

Cheri,this was a great story of friendship and caring.

It was wonderfully written.I just loved it.I am always happy when stories such as these Hartwarming kind are posted.

Wonderful job.

This was extremely beautifully written.I was able to not only picture it all but I could actully hear there voices.

[Being There]:So very realistic, so very believable, so very intense and detailed. This is one of those special stories and I can't believe it got overlooked before. All the dialogue is spot-on and the actions are just exactly what people would have done. This fills in all the results and emotions that would logically follow the episode, and it's written in such a clear and penetrating way. One of the things I especially like is that someone we always saw as unlikeable turns into a human being here, and, in a sense, helps to save the day. And, of course, there's Frank, who makes any story that much better. Beautifully done, memorably presented.

[Being There]: This should have been an episode. It fit so perfectly into canon and tied up all those loose ends that HAD to have been there after the events of "The Birthday Present". The emotions were real and so in character and Frank showing up when he did, well, was just so "Frank". I cheered-I cried. but most of all, I totally enjoyed getting so wrapped up in a story that I forgot all about life for awhile. Thank you so very much!

[Being There]: Found this again while I was bouncing around the site tonight. I could have sworn I favorited this the first time I read it a few years ago... Oh well, it's been favorited again.

Just wanted to say that this has always been one of my favorite Hardcastle & McCormick stories. And I agree that this would have fit perfectly in the series & would have made a great episode. Every time I read it I can see the action play out in my head like an episode. I think you've voiced the characters perfectly. I am a big sucker for some McCormick angst and have had a big crush on DHK forever. I think I let loose with a tween girl squeal when I noticed it was DHK standing next to MW on a episode of NCIS last season! lol heaven... ;-)

Anyways, love the show, love this story, love McCormick, love Hardcastle (in a Uncle Bill sort of way lol). Can't believe you only have 9 comments on this story! Thank you for posting it!

Issue 2

Hotshoes 2 was published in 2006 and contains 112 pages.

cover of issue #2

• No Substitute by Cheri deFonteny
• Lunchdate at the O.K. Corral by Owlcroft
• Before the Thunder Rolled by Cheri deFonteny
• A Very Nice Blur by Michelle Christian
• The Art of Deception by L.M. Lewis

Reactions and Reviews: Issue 2

[No Substitute]: I particularly like your take on H in this one. He's not very self-analytical, not very insightful, but you've got these ideas sort of knocking at his door and there he is, having to think about them. 'I've gone and said something that may hash things with this guy who is, by the way, definitely not my buddy, or my son, or anything like that.' And then he goes on, having niggling little worries about the dent he may have made in McC's self-esteem.

But you've already let us know that McC is made of tougher stuff than that, takes more than a quick and thoughtless remark to put him off. He's a person who can tolerate H's unintended insensitivity and is ready to out-wait him (and not just in the garage that night ;-)).

A couple of nicely-written portraits and another one of your wonderful looks at 'early'.

[No Substitute]: Very nicely done, indeed. You let us see exactly where their thoughts take them and why, and how each comes to his decision through a rational, logical process which is basically founded on loyalty - loyalty to ones principles, loyalty to each other. Yet, each man's road to the same determination displays their differing perspectives and objectives, and also displays your deep understanding of their characters and personalities. One small remark that reverberates in fan discussions to this day and you've nailed it in this literate, understated explication of character. Thank you!

Issue 3

Hotshoes 3 was published in 2006 and contains 130 pages.

• The Twig by Owlcroft
• Deal of a Lifetime by Cheri deFonteny

cover of issue #3

Reactions and Reviews: Issue 3

[The Twig]: Great story. I thought it was well-written as all the rest I have read. I liked that Mark wanted the judge to be happy even though it could mean major changes for him. He was willing to put his wants and needs aside for the judge-a sign of a true friend.

I was glad that the judge figured out what was going on with Jimmy without Mark having to tell him. His plan to see if Elizabeth knew about Jimmy's action had surprising results for him. He didn't expect Mark to react that strongly, and it makes you wonder if Mark has experienced that type of punishment (abuse). I guess that is one of those thoughts that can lead to other fanfic. I used it in a few of mine.

And every time I read it, I have to laugh at McCormick's fried spaghetti, because I can remember eating that. In fact, it reminded me that it was one of my favorte things about having leftover spaghetti. Funny the memories that can be invoked by a story.

[The Twig]: This story was so cool! I liked the way you developed Elizebeth and Jimmy's character. Out of all the stories I've read, I don't remember reading of a "love interest" involving the Judge. This was a good story. I hope you write more soon.

Issue 4

Hotshoes 4 was published in 2006 and contains 144 pages. It is a novella called "What Happens In Vegas" by Cheri deFonteny.

cover of issue #4

"There's an unexpected trip, suspicious mobsters, and a murder investigation, and all that's before the feds show up. But Hardcastle isn't explaining any of it, so McCormick is on his own."

Reactions and Reviews: Issue 4

From the very opening, it's clear this is a classic! The give-and-take of the banter, the zippy pace of the action, the humor, the emotional tug-of-war - it's all perfect. McCormick's irritated and concerned fuming, the judge's staunch, painful determination; Frank being in on the scheme (excuse me, _plan_); the intricate plot and fascinating other characters; memorable lines and peeks at the basis of the relationship without bashing the reader over the head with it. It goes without saying (but I'll say it anyway) that everything is believable and true to character. And a fascinating story!

What a marvelous novel! As usual with your stuff, it's wonderfully plotted and paced. Also as usual, the dialog and characterizations were spot on.

Particular things I liked: Everyone running to poor Frank! Ha! The poor man. Particularly loved him asking the Judge why he took Mark wtih him which led to the very lovely line about Frank hearing all of the Judge's answers.

Mark's gentle scamming of the romantic Andrew. So glad Andrew got his happy ending. the judge's interesting relationship with Delancie. Nice spin on what could have become a mobster cliche. The side plot of Dalem poking his nose in. That really upped the ante in a very believable way. Mark apologizing for getting segregated-Aw! And followed by the interesting monologue about the first few eeks out of prison. Very believeable thoughts. The little detail of Mark wearing a hat to his booking. He would too! The lines: "you are a bottomless pit." "normal signs of problems might be hard to distinguich from you regular goofiness." And finally but only because I'm running out of room) my very farotie thing: powdered donuts! I'd do time for those.

Thank you *so* much for writing this. My gosh, it must have eaten your life!

It's just as good as the first time I read it: the slow, relentless build of suspicion and suspense-McC refusing to be bought off and stand aside; his investigatory scams, as natural as falling off a log and complete with all the little touches of humor that we'd expect from the resident loose cannon; his scam running head-long into Hardcastle's and the very real feeling of conflict that ensues.

But what I like most about this first half is the underlying premise-that even though H knows McC is going to be a pain in the butt and hard to evade, he brings him along anyway. There's a wonderful unstated premise here, that either H doesn't think he has any choice (McC simply won't be left out) or, even though he steadfastly tries to hold him at arm's length, Hardcastle subconsciously wants the kid along as emotional back-up. And you even have Mark figure that out first:

'"You’re worrying about nothing, kid, but I’ll tell you what: if it gets to the point where I do need help, you’ll be the first one to know, okay?"

"I already know," McCormick said stubbornly, “I’m just waitin’ on you to admit it.'

Just wonderful.

This was a Fabulous story.I was very interested in this all the way through.I could hardly stand to take a break from reading it.

I could very well picture all that was going on and for me when I can do that I know its a great story.

It showed exactly how much Mark and Milt cared about each and what all they are willing to go through to keep the other one safe

What a nasty, sneaky, HILARIOUS way to end this story.

A very well-written and absorbing story. Great opening, excellent plot development, believable dialogue (can't get enough of that good ol' Hardcastle-McCormick interaction) - and a wonderful depiction of the Las Vegas cityscape. I could especially empathize with a youthful Mark's trying to visualize, via a black-and-white television set, the myriad colors of Vegas in all its technicolor glory. Great job, Cheri!

Wow! I'm loving this. Mark's loyalty and Hardcastle's rather inept attempts to protect Mark are beautifully shown. This is wonderful!

What fun for a new adventure! Great respect for the characters, and very well written. It took me SEVERAL hours, but I couldn't put it down. Thanks-

Issue 5

Hotshoes 5 was published in 2006.

• Vengeance Trail by Lizabeth S. Tucker
• Father and Son by Susan Bishoff
• ESPecially McCormick by Linda Wood
• The Letter by Susan Bishoff