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Lila is similar to Dawn's personality in Not Just Another Summer: they both are wonderful sounding boards - Dawn to Vince and Lila to Alex. I truly love the pace of the relationship between Alex and Neil.

Having started reading this wonderfully written story late, I was able to binge on it as time permitted over the past three days. Wonderful characters and fascinating premise. I felt sorry for the young man who killed Russell. He appears to be a possible sociopath. Prison will not rehabilitate him if he is indeed sociopathic. I would like to believe intense therapy could help turn him around, but that is another story in itself. Thanks for this story - and thanks for not jumping from the bridge. You are living proof that things do get better!

I do love the progression of the relationship with Neil. Alex is apparently oblivious to any intentions so far.

I am fascinated by the creation stories of various cultures: at the heart of these mythologies is the attempt to explain the mysteries of creation: how did it begin, how do we explain the presence of evil and the role of good, how do we explain differences in people who differ from "the norm"? Tony now sees that his swimming in the lake was immersion in the tears of grief yet a source of life. Phenomenal story!!!

I have a feeling that Alex is going to make a wonderful home in this flat! But will he also be a source of irritation to Uncle Edwin in the process? I love all the characters so far.

Another brief visit to Thomsonville and environs. I do hope you pen another story as a sequel to A Good Place. I do love your story telling!

There seems to be a very warm and mutually respectful relationship between Alex and his mother. Still, both recognize the need for independence and that is being offered via Uncle Edwin. Lovely writing, as usual!

I apologize for such a late start to this story. I have been moving residences and have had little time to think, let alone read. I am making time tonight! And such a great start to another Hugill adventure in story telling!

Another fine story to add the the Hugillverse! This story has a wide range of characters, subplots, drama, and humor. Superb writing keeps one moving from chapter to chapter with easy flow. A must read!

I find this chapter not so much an ending as in all things wrapped up, but a stopping point where we see the possibility of the commune growing together in their individual crafts and talents as well as the "family" they have formed. Excellent writing and a thoroughly engaging story! I look forward to the next!

Bitterness can eventually damage relationships and the person himself if not dealt with. It's a shame that Phil ended in this manner, though his feeling of total abandonment from his family gave him no hope for the future. I always believe reconciliation is possible, though resumption of the former relationships would not have to be resumed. Forgiveness will ultimately be beneficial to all concerned. I find this a particularly sad chapter.

So, the Panther turd is returned to its proper place. The characters take central position, showing their growth as individuals and as a supportive group of friends. While I hate to see the story end, I am ready for more stories from the Hugillverse!

I agree with @drsawzall: I'm not ready for this story to end just yet (if ever, lol!). I truly couldn't care less if the Nimrud Panther was ever found! I would love to see the eventual dick-tionary!

I really hate to see this story end but guess it must. Might the Nimrud Panther be found during the small barn remodel? I think the collection of pictures would make a nice bonus to see...

The "mystery" of the lost item has certainly taken a backseat to this wonderful story of another growing community of supportive members! Great writing! And I second a story featuring Joss and PJ!