Vulcans Don't Sing the Blues

Fanfiction
Title:	Vulcans Don't Sing the Blues
Author(s):	Linda Atkinson
Date(s):	2004
Length:
Genre(s):	slash
Fandom(s):	Star Trek: TOS
Relationship(s):	Kirk/Spock
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Vulcans Don't Sing the Blues is a Kirk/Spock story by Linda Atkinson.

It was published in the print zine T'hy'la #24.

Summary

"Spock is called on to do a service for his cousin just as he and Kirk are about to bond."

Reactions and Reviews

"Vulcans Don't Sing the Blues" is about 26 pages long. I will be brief. This was the least favorite story of mine in T'hy'la 24. I really didn't see a connection between the title and the story. I just don't see Spock singing that song at the end. The story didn't work for me. But then the point of the story is mainly an original character named Jesse, and I never ever like stories where the original character is the point the story. However, a lot of work went into the story, and the writing was definitely competent.

Oh, how I was captivated by the journey to Vulcan for Kirk and Spock’s bonding! This was such a great thing to experience. They are so in tune with each other and so sensitive to the feelings that must be engendered by this formal ceremony and the way they will be received by Spock’s clan—indeed by all of Vulcan. I enjoyed everything about the preparations, the clothing, the rituals, the quiet moments together. It was a nice touch that Spock’s family already considered them married and thus allowed them to share a room. What an exciting premise that Kirk wasn’t shielding when they made love and broadcast to the entire Vulcan household. Boy, that must have caused a lot of increased heart rates! Spock’s niece is both a charming and interesting character. The plot surrounding her and the special abilities she possesses is certainly in counterpoint to the beauty of the bonding between our two favorite men, but it does not rob the story of its intent, rather it sharpens the impact of what it means to have a soulmate. I found this very well written and intensely satisfying.