The first time I read These Constant Stars, I remember sitting still for minutes after, just staring at nothing, trying to process everything. It completely blew me away. I didnāt expect to have that same reaction months later when the second fic came out, but I honestly did. I genuinely love these fics so much. The writing is beautiful and allows the characters to shine through the entire plot.
I love Louisā character arc in the first fic. Heās introduced to us as a brash, cocky, anti-romantic who expects great things in all aspects of his life. Heās interesting, but not someone most people would seek out as a best friend. Heās almost one dimensional.
Itās poetic that it takes Harry, outwardly almost a completely opposite person, to draw out the depth of Louisā character. Harry, with his facial piercings, tats, and all around punk awesomeness, really creates a safe space for Louis. He doesnāt push Louis to be anyone but himself, and he really allows Louis to blossom.
By the end of the first fic, Louisā a real person. He has layers and a soul, and itās all because Harry supported him. Harry didnāt *make* it happen, he just offered an environment where Louis could be Louis. Beautiful!
Part II is EVERYTHING. I love that we get to see Harryās perspective on almost all the events of part I, and get to learn more about their relationship. Iām also obsessed with how much we get to learn about Harry! Heās such a gorgeous person (in every definition).Ā
Their time apart was really interesting to me. It was painful and of course I was always anxious for them to have time together, but I think my favorite scene in both fics is when Harry thinks Louis isnāt going to be able to spend time with him, and then Louis appears in the middle of the night. The love, emotion, and Harryās sensitivity in that scene is so powerful. I think that moment really changed their lives.Ā
These fics are so wonderful. They have everything! Great chemistry, funny moments, drama, character growth, and love... so much love!Ā