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This was very tedious, and quite honestly, I do not see the point of all this.

If Craig allows his emotions to be out of control, and they are, he may unconsciously out himself!

Rude, disrespectful, arrogant, condescending, misogynistic...what more can I say about Atty. Lewinson? I hope I've adequately described my reaction and disdain for the man! But how I do admire Ella! You certainly have done a great job of writing to both describe the events in the courtroom as well as the family discussions.

I agree with @drsawzall: I am fully bloated with a smile on my face! Now another shot of insulin and a jog around the city, lol! It was lovely to catch up once again. Thank you for finding the time to post again. Take care!

As with your other stories, I love your history lessons and look forward to how you describe all that Mac will experience. You do excellent background research and allow the reader to learn without a formal lesson.

Thanks for posting another chapter! Too long for my taste between postings, but that's because you write such an intriguing story! My impatience is showing, lol! A friend of mine used to say that from a gay's point of view, there are those who you know are gay, those you know who are definitely not, and those you wish were! I believe this is how Robbie views Rory: Rory may well have effeminate characteristics, but those don't define his sexuality. Perhaps he doesn't even fully know the answer to that yet either. I can see that Robbie and Rory can form a lifelong best friendship, each respecting the other. Maturity for both will help settle that. I do hope Robbie can get some goods on Don! I don't think Sue is totally naive of Don's behavior or simply doesn't care any more. Please publish again soon...!!!

Beautifully written. We need more mentors of young people struggling to find and live their truth - especially since certain groups of people in power are doing all they can to isolate and denigrate those whom they do not understand or accept!

I am so appalled by this line of questioning - even though it is very accurate to what would have been in 1925. It's the attitude and brow beating shown by Mr. Lewinson. What a creepy line of questioning.

Wordsmith doesn't touch what you do with words in creating such beautiful imagery based on the intrinsic beauty of nature. Thank you for sharing such beauty!

I love the conversation around the table as it shows what a close-knit family they are.

Seth's web of chaos continues to grow! He's discovered he likes the big "D" and has decided he can't be used if he is willing (something about not being able to rape the willing), but he has a lot to learn. He may be smart intellectually, but his emotional maturity is still quite naive. Lots of teenage angst, confusion and real problems. What's next? If @weinerdog's prediction comes true about Craig causing a scene, what a load of drama that will be!

Weren't we all children once upon a time....?

It would be no wonder women would not seek an annulment or divorce at that time! How demeaning can if get? I do hope they put Joe through the same treatment!!

Blake is in a real mess as far as family is concerned. I think he is mistaken to a point about Amber's family. They may not want him permanently, but they haven't thrown him out either. He is the one who has refused food. He hasn't opened to them. Seth is good for him, but he has his own set of family problems. Can't wait to see where this goes.

Midst the seriousness of it all, I am glad Herbert interjected some humor. They needed it!

Some days, I am just over teenage drama, but I will admit, you have quite the skill in describing it to the point that the reader can feel it! I do believe that Seth is in for some tougher times.

What a fascinating reunion. Some walls were demolished, but lots of questions remain for Sebastian. Maybe he will now allow himself to settle down and be more comfortable with who he is. He is very much like his father.

Again, what intrusive questioning when it seems all that would be needed to affirm the reasons for the divorce is to have a statement from Joe.

All I can say is "Wow!" Seth is so naive that he doesn't even realize that he was used. I won't say 'raped' even though one might say you can't rape the willing. However, Craig has some serious problems. Seth still has to deal with his family. Oh what a web!

In this continuation of stories of Ravello, young teens experience the growth of friendship through the drama that defines young adolescence. This story is filled with adventure, emotion, intrigue, mystery and beautiful writing which brings the reader directly into the life of residents of this wonderful village. This is a wonderful addition and continuation of this series.

To be honest, I wasn't sure I would enjoy a story featuring 14-year olds, but the fact that it was another Ravello story kept me moving through each chapter, and then I was hooked! As usual, a great write! The mix of intrigue, angst, mystery and simple beauty is done so well. My grandparents came from San Giovanni in Fiore, Calabria. They settled in West Virginia which they always said reminded them of home with the hills and valleys. Indeed, looking at these pictures lets me know what they said. I don't know if I'll ever be able to visit Ravello, not for lack of wanting - just lack of the necessary funds to do so. Still, you have provided me with many vicarious visits through your stories for which I am very grateful. Thank you once again for providing your readers with a quality, well-crafted and intriguing story. Tony

Very well done! My adrenaline is pumped up. Hopefully it will relax tomorrow!

Even growing up in a small town where I was pretty much limited to my own neighborhood, I felt alone many times as I didn't have the money to do the things the neighborhood kids did. So, because I am more introvert than extrovert, I spent hours upon hours reading...a trait I still practice. I'm intrigued by the twist with Giaco. I do hope he is trying to help Cosmo exit the Neri web.

He turned his attention back to the rug, adding in a mumble, “I guess I did what Mamma couldn’t.” I took this to mean that Giaco took care of his mother when she wasn't able to do so, This chapter is so telling of the depth of Giaco and why he avoided anything requiring truly exposing himself until he felt so comfortable and accepted by Dani. As a reader of this series to date, I love the depth shown here.

Ella is so self-assured! I'm still in disbelief at how vivid the interrogation was in the courtroom. It's as though Joe's inability to perform was due to Ella's inadequacies.