pvtguy

The discussion with Sasha was a possible indication of the subplot of the Vespers. Eli is experiencing the sense of belonging for the first time in his life. The question remains: can he step back via reflection and see what is happening? Or am I on the overly skeptical side of this?

It's going so smoothly so far that we are somewhat lulled...time for a shakeup!

I still get the feeling something ominous is about to happen. Eli is very perceptive which is both a gift and a burden. Is Vespers encouraging and supporting Eli or is this a means of manipulating him for an ulterior motive? Great story!

She lived by the mantra of do good for others. She was judged by many as a simple blonde, but she was shrewd as a business leader, showing what could be done with fame and fortune. Her generosity has and will continue to affect children for years to come through the reading program she founded and financed.

In spite of Eli's efforts to be invisible, he has been seen and welcomed! The Vespers may well be good for him, but I definitely sense that there is something ominous will happen.

Neil has reached a point in his growth where he can speak openly to Alex as well as express his desires! The flower doth bloom!

It is possible that Casey or his tribe may have said something that others heard. An investigation could pick up on this. Do I think it will happen? While I hope so, I’m not placing a bet on it.

Levi is learning the hard way what "truth" is - he is questioning and that is the real start to discovery. I would be very happy if the focus of the detective's questioning is the torching of the car which might well lead to Casey....

True...I wasn't indicating that I preferred he stayed. The man was a serious abuser and should have been jailed. I'm just saying that homophobic parents who abandon their gay children need serious consequences.

The story has begun with your normal ability to absorb us readers into another wonderful plot! It's both sad and unfortunate that Kurtis has been thrown out of his own house and shunned by his best friend. That his mother secured a room for him and gave him the name of his father is something many do not get. Whether her realizes it, he has been given a leg up in surviving. Many do not have that luxury, hence why I support Covenant House. I'm looking forward to the development of this story.

Miles made some good decisions about his money, allowance, and the rules of the house. And now, on to life....

And now that Charlie is "sorted", it is time for Neil and Alex to take some time to travel or simply take advantage of what time they have to enjoy time for themselves.

Beautiful story that, as I said before, was educational, thought provoking, challenging, and entertaining. Julian did his work as a companion in such a way that truly helped everyone in this family move from stagnation due to Paul's death to living a forward-looking existence! Well done indeed!

Thank you @wintreargo77 for the Data reference. It is a fitting comparison. I especially like the challenge it has been for me to deal with the AI development. As Data had an opposite, evil twin, the possibility for a rogue AI bot like Hal is very real. The fear that AI could possibly take over control should never be overlooked, IMHO. Ben will age...Julian will not. I would be interested in speculation about Ben's aging and eventual demise. What becomes of Julian?

I do understand the glossing over of details in the legal discussion as the main point is that Miles' identity is restored and guardianship has been awarded - Miles feels safe and secure for the first time in his life. I, too, wondered where he learned all the horse and ranch skills, but again, that was glossed over as it was not the main focus. I'm just enjoying a feel good story!