Strange Currencies by Metalnoir668
Slash Kurt/Dave
http://archiveofourown.org/works/562745?view_full_work=true

Very good story that is not typical of what I normally read. I do like the pairing of David and Kurt but the main reason for reading the story was the length. I wanted something to keep me occupied for a bad day. The reason for it not being my usual story is also one of the reasons it is so good. The author does a good job of getting into the head of the character and explains the why and how the characters become who they are. Kurt and David become these 3 dimensional characters that are not perfect. They are human beings who make mistakes. Sometimes stupid mistakes. Many of the scenes between Kurt and David showcase just how different they really are from how they perceive themselves to how others do the same. Kurt shows David that running solves nothing whether from the kiss, his anger, his friends, or his life. The scene where he puts his foot down about David's behavior is well done. Coddling someone who is basically throwing a tantrum does nothing and would actually set someone back in the kind of situation that David is recovering from. Kurt wants to be David's rock but he learns quickly that it can be difficult not to mention stressful as you second guess yourself. It doesn't help that David is constantly making him question his own life style choices. The scenes between Kurt and Blaine are funny as well as sad because Kurt is stepping out from his comfortable box and Blaine can't handle it. The story is a very in-depth look at coming out in middle class small town America. There are some deep questions about stereotypes and choices and that sometimes you reach your goal only it's not what you thought it would be. A very thought provoking story my only complaint is that sometimes the author takes three paragraphs to say what three sentences would do.