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I cannot believe how either idiotic or totally naive Travis is being. No way can he start mixing and matching the drugs like he is and stay in control of the situation, and the fact that he keeps Kendo slide a little more into his life is a truly slippery slope. Will senses the danger but honestly seems a little afraid to actually confront Travis about it. I am so disappointed in the extended family, no one is checking in on Travis to see how he is; I don't think it would take anyone of the main family members long to figure out that something is wrong. I personally am all for a shark taking a bite or making a whole meal out of Kendo...

So, Julian's journey has begun, but in a sense so has Miles. Without Julian there, Miles will face his father more directly, and that doesn't seem to be a good thing. Let's hope that he doesn't allow his father's attitude and behavior change him too much. Here is hoping that a connection with Julian, no matter how tenuous will help Miles stay Miles. We can hope they can continue to write and keep their relationship close. Julian's gift from his grandmother is a godsend. That much money will allow him to establish himself in Hawaii with or without his father's assistance. I have to wonder how much his father would have left the running of anything too him. He seems the sort to send the son into exile, to a place that he thinks will isolate and wither him; but the money from his grandmother means that will not be as easy as he believes it to be. The journey will not be easy, but we can hope it is swift and Julian can take the time to learn a few things about himself and others.

I am so glad that Margaret was there for Charlie, as were Alex and Neil, but also glad that Charlie was strong enough to talk to Marcin and decide to see what might happen. Neil's show is going to be small and intimate, but that might work best for a first show and with a subject matter like this. Letting a few people see what he can produce and a little context to give an idea of where his ideas spring forth from. Alex is there for Neil, just like Neil has been for him. That is the way it should be.

I won't say it is my favorite story, but I do think that @Thirdly is right, this seems to me to be the best use of the theme to me. Both time periods were able to use the theme, but the modern one was the part that made the biggest impact to me.

Sounds like Dale and Daisy are predators. Connor should have gone after Jamie, but honestly, Jamie should not have run...

Casey is as big of an ass as we all suspected. Levi needs to come clean, it will not be pretty, and Matt will be truly hurt, but the sooner he does it, the better for all concerned.

Morgan had one miracle surviving the stampeded, the odds of a second one, well????

Julian is being banished from his home because he dares have a relationship that might damage the family reputation. The one I feel sorry for is Miles, he seems a happy sort, but without Julian there to take the burden of expectation, what pressure will be brought to bear on him. Hawaii, will it be his making or his doom, only time will tell. Interesting start with perhaps the making of a grand adventure.

As always, thank @Myr, always look forward to seeing what is new here in this genre. Some outstanding stories and authors.

Damn, so we get a look at Austin's past, via a psychological review. As @drpaladin says, his past may well make him the perfect Alpha, he will do whatever is necessary to protect the pack. But he WILL do whatever is necessary to protect the pack, this makes him an interesting choice. I am glad that Evelyn is going to change him, I truly believe the stronger the one that brings him over, the stronger it will make him. Austin needs to ask Xavier to be his mate. I know everything in Austin screams that he must remain alone to protect others, as his very presence is enough to get them killed, but he NEEDS Xavier, and Xavier needs him. Will Aaron's promise to Evelyn transfer to Austin, we will see. I don't think that Austin and Aaron will ever be best buddies, but they both have a lot in their makeup to respect, and I think that will be enough, despite their history. I am not sure Evelyn truly knows what she is getting in this transfer of power, but I damn sure know that Calder has no idea of the reality of what he is up against. Xavier's past and training make him the perfect beta, he will be loyal to Austin no matter what; and Austin will be loyal to both the pack and Xavier, both as Alpha and mate. Holy Hell, this is getting so good.

Jocko O'Rourke from The Ledger, and if we could have a drink while Silas was at the bar, all the better. Men that know the world and their places in it, with enough wit and wisdom to keep it interesting.

I almost felt as if this was a reading of something happening in real life. You feel that this could have actually played out behind the scenes and no one ever knew. Real chemistry between the two leads, but with more than a few things to work out.

Wonderful story, Shane hiding the truth, not from himself, but everyone else. Of course, some suspect, that is why Mike was there as a minder, but whomever put him there didn't know his secret, or did not think it would be an issue. This felt real, almost as if recanting something that truly happened. Excellent writing and the chemistry was there. This is a story that clearly deserves a few more chapters at least.

Interesting story, basic facts given then a brief explanation, but enough that makes you want to dig into more of the story.

A real delight, this was a hilarious story that has a devilish twist at the end. There are a few clues along the way, will you pick up on them? Well written and more than a little imaginative.