Karen Wiesner continues this excellent series about the heroes and heroines of the Network. Celine and Angelo's story is unusual because of their thirty year age difference. I think Ms. Wiesner manages to convey well that love doesn't seem to care what age people are. They've both tried to cope with their difference and the rules. But for every rigid rule made for the sense of security it gives those who make them there seems to be someone or, in this case, many people whose lives are too complicated for rigid rules. Again the leaders of the Network have to step up and face challenges within while facing enemies that want to destroy the organization from outside.

The issue of depression is handled well I think. The author digs down deep into the personalities involved and finds the answer that works for the majority of people. Celine has to find a way to believe in herself before she can want life. A child is one thing but she also has to believe that she's as capable and as important to others as they know she is. Angelo has to deal with his own fears before he can be more than an automaton constantly in charge of everything around him. This is another superb job done by Ms. Wiesner. The characters and their lives come alive in ways most of us can relate to on some level.

Overall rating:
Sensuality rating: Very sensual

Reviewer: Dee Dailey
May 14, 2009