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It will be interesting to find out just how much money is involved. They can't change the past - but can certainly use it for a lot of good in the future through a charitable trust. Joe is being recognized more as an adult by Mhari, which is good.

A beautiful tale of intrigue, murder, a massive hurricane, Native American (Seminole) culture, love and hope. Each chapter is filled with high emotion and intrigue. A thrilling read! Masterful writing keeps the reader on edge until the very end.

Absolutely beautiful! I do enjoy a HEA story, but this one is so entrenched in the messiness of life - its challenges, its hopes, its beauty and flaws. Thank you for sharing this wonderful tale.

@weinerdog said: The only part I don't get is Burke said he was friends with Micco's Mom and Dad in school didn't Burke sense there was something off about Micco's Dad then? He did mentioned drugs but you can have a drug problem and have some goodness in you this guy was a total POS. I would counter this: the deeper someone gets into drugs, it sometimes brings out the "evil" within: anger, greed, hate. Micco's dad must have hated his life on the Rez and that hatred became the fuel for the anger that was brought out via drugs. I would agree with @drpaladin: he had to have been a dealer/kingpin to have organized such a dastardly deed as killing his wife and child.

Is it a fact or my hope that Long Ears found Martina...? Truth is finally helping Micco to be much stronger. With only one chapter left, this has been a wonderfully written journey.

At least Keith is confronting his questions and seems to be getting more comfortable with himself.

There may well be hope for Colin and his mother. Annalise is the one who will be the driving force in all reconciliation that will happen. That Colin followed Owain's advice to be upfront and honest showed his mother that he is not the little boy that she wanted him to remain. Excellent chapter.

It is not unheard of that a male grows a couple of inches in college...my brother did.

Will Keith ever have an experience with Bart and Greg? Do they even fancy such a thing? They are getting very comfortable around each other. Enjoyable chapter.

In the midst of strong tension and crisis, Micco rises to his best. In the face of evil, he is able to respond with peace, joy and love. That is what sends the evil away. Martina was drawn to the evil which she followed and most likely found its consequence. This was a very powerful chapter!

Colin's cojones have finally dropped! His confrontation with Miles was very rational and he did not allow his emotions to be hooked by Miles' attempts. I hope that things go well when Annalisa, the girls and his mum arrive. Great chapter!

And as noted above, this is what I truly enjoy about your characters: they are real - some already comfortable in their skin; others going through the process of acceptance of themselves. Beautifully done!

Mhairi is a strong controller, but it is out of protection for Joe, I believe. That she quickly acquiesces to Owain's suggestions for Joe is evidence of her adjusting that control to give Joe a chance to be responsible on his own - knowing that is always a struggle for any parent. That she trusts and likes both her brother and Colin, the decision is easily made. I'm eager to see Colin and Owain finally decide that Colin's home is with Owain. Great chapter!

They were fortunate to have the opportunity to go out in their boat for a wonderful and needed break. So many were not able to get away from their homes for so long. I have a feeling that Andrew and Ryan will look into the situation with the four lodges and see if they can do something to assist the workers once things start opening up again. Thank you for another wonderful installment to this wonderful story.

Well done chapter! I'm looking forward to the continuation too, as well as new stories. Brian and Gordon are solid as their communication with each other is indicative. Toby finally is experiencing family. Hope the "break" from this story is not too long....

We know a lot more of the why, but we still don't know the whole story! Again, exceptional writing! I could feel the tension. Brought back memories of having to walk through hurricane winds and rain to check on my mother after power went out.

Owain seems to be allowing Colin to move at his own pace with all the new experiences. Staying over occasionally and having some stuff at the house will slowly increase to full-time occcupancy, hopefully.

Brian described Toby accurately: "14 going on 40!" His enthusiasm is contagious and his environmental curiosity is enviable. Russ is definitely part of the family now!

Having read comments about this story, I just had to binge read it! Thus, my first comment on it. Brian and Gordon are such a wonderful pair: they enjoy being with each other, they are so open, reflective, and compatible. They balance each other. Can't wait for the wedding! Toby is amazing. In spite of the lack of interaction with his father for so many years, the quality they had when they were together created the bond that only strengthens daily. Personal note: I became a single parent of a son whose mother had very little interaction with him after the age of 13. Deirdre has a better relationship with Toby than my son's mother had with him! We have a close bond though we are total opposites in so many ways. Still, our relationship is based on mutual respect of our differences and enjoyment of that which we have in common. I admire Brian and Gordon for fostering that respect in Toby and Toby's response to their love and acceptance! I am really enjoying this story!

Oh to experience Oslo - or anywhere in Scandanavia - for a weekend. I love how the "rough edges" are being smoothed in the give and take. They are forging a really wonderful relationship.

How wonderful to see the layers of self-doubt and negative self-image get replaced by confidence through love! Great chapter!

I love the writing and how you have encompassed both the characters and the readers in tension. I was between "love" and "wow" as far as choosing an emoji, but love won out. This is exemplary writing!

Joe is really warming up and showing great consideration for his mother and uncles. Interesting encounter with Piggy. I wonder what his next move might be! A British friend of mine would have described the Methodist church in very much the same descriptive words - he loves Victorian architecture and style. I chuckled at that 1950's description.

Porridge is in the safety of Billie's house whereas the animals in the refuge are essentially in the open. I would imagine this is the thought behind not going to get the cat. However, as an animal lover, I would still be quite worried until I had my pet with me! As for the murderer...I like to be surprised by twists in the plot, so I am lazily waiting until all is revealed, lol.

Several storms are brewing - not just the weather! Billie is the calming presence in it all! Well written!