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Ah....that first encounter with a dating app...and at 18! Luke's assumption that Owen would jump at his offer is not surprising, but insensitively forward and only looking for a physical relationship when Owen stated up front that he was looking to talk mostly. However, as a foray into the dating app world, Owen will find that he simply can ignore or block certain conversations.

Ximo's mother is too self-important and domineering! His father needs to knock her down a peg or two unless he is reliant on her parents' money. He does seem very accepting and supportive of Ximo, surpisingly so to Ximo.

And because @mastershakeme is the one doing the writing!

Every Owen needs a Margot! She's truly a blessing to him - she exudes confidence and care.

And here we go...off to another adventure of growing into a maturity that is much needed and all the challenges and repercussions that will be involved. I'm hooked already!

I found this a delightful chapter - Evan can be overbearing too, but he has very good intentions. Neil is getting more comfortable in his relationship and in himself. Alex's mother will be interesting to watch as she deals with Neil's mother!

P.S. I loved that Noah's therapist is named Dr. Adler: my training as a counselor was greatly influenced by Adlerian psychology!

I find it fascinating that the term "Christian" is bandied about without any focus on the teaching of Jesus, but rather the cherry-picked verses from the Hebrew Scriptures and of Paul, who believed all should practice celibacy unless they were overwhelmed with horniness that they couldn't control themselves and focus on what Paul believed was the imminent return of Christ. There are other Christian denominations surely in Australia that have more accepting views in regards to sexuality - at least I hope so! Matt is showing Levi unconditional love that is more God-like than what he has experienced via his church. That will be the basis for Levi growing beyond his current beliefs.

I especially chuckled when I read the name of the therapist (Dr. Adler). My training in counseling centered on Adlerian psychology.

Such a powerful story that involves the effect child molestation/abuse produces and what brings about the breaking away from it because of the selfless act of placing bandaids on a scuffed knee. So superbly written that follows the journey from the prison created for the child (Noah) and the person responsible for letting him experience acceptance, respect, and unconditional love via his first real friend (Colt). A must read!

Another superb story to add to your collection! Worth binging, which I did! The ending was perfect!

Very good writing - the intensity was palpable.

Plenty of theories...now to see what @mastershakeme has planned for us to read!

Totally agreed and hoped for! George gets pulled over for drunk driving!

Colt is definitely at a turning point and must let his conscience dictate rather than the irrational mind of Noah!