Those of the H’rom A’dal building the colony called Solidarity continued to stretch their reach beyond the seashore.

Thanks. Thought that through a lot.

Yes, Edwin, Lansal, Rachel, Kailie, and Anna started out of The Valley Kingdom and into the mountains to the northeast along an ancient mountain highway.

I hope so!

That’s a possibility …

Well, it WASN'T part of the story, but it was once. It's part of the people… the characters. The ATW designation means it isn't part of the man action plot sequence. I agree about the TB01 timeline and flashback.

@Apparition Life You were right, too.

I am very pleased with how this book came out, and Karrie is by far one of my favorite characters.

Jurisdiction, Authority, Civil Rights Discuss reasons that the town constables didn't take stronger actions against the Redmen? Considering all the things that were involved, did the principle characters of the story behave in a good way? Why or why not?

Economics and Commerce: The location of Thornwood at the junction of two major roads influences its position as a place of commerce. Possible discussion questions: The merchant caravan stopped at the end of the day a short distance outside the city. What might they caravan operators be planning for the next day? What is the relationship between being located at the junction of two major highways and the effectiveness as a center of commerce?

I think that's what the scene implies! :-) Lionce knows and dislikes Lansal, as you said.

Was it?

Well, the adventures await!

You'll be getting no spoilers from me!

@Apparition Life I like Fuller and Emilee a lot, too!

I actually think you could and be just fine. Book 02 is strong, and I think it works as a starting place. You'll miss some of the character arcs, but you'll probably be okay.

I think you can see that he uses observation to figure people out, so that WOULD BE like a profiler.

I am hoping to finish it in the next week or so. As of today, I have only a few more scenes to go (compared to what is already posted). Also, I think I have worked out the architecture for how future books will go into the site, so I can push through on Book 01 and get The Valley of Regret finished in full.