The Greens of Jericho

Reviewer: Marzee Doats Signed [Report This]
Date: 22 Feb 2010 9:15:21 PM Title: Chapter 16

Ack, Sandra!  What a way to ratchet up the tension!  I was so relieved when Stanley showed up to spirit Heather away for some tractor repair services, saving her from 'Wilma's' evil clutches.
 
Actually, tension is the name of this chapter, I think.  New Bern and Jericho both are simmering with tension, from the rebellion that appears to be brewing in New Bern (aside from the crazy Travers kids, bent on revenge), to the conflict over Buffalo Credits, Jennings & Rall, and Dale's desire to remain an independent businessman, to Jake's realization that Emily isn't as out of his life and he'd hoped.  It's going to be quite the ride when this all comes to a head, I'm thinking.  I can't wait to see what you do with it!
 
Overall though, my favorite parts were the 2 flashbacks.  At first I was sad to realize that Jake and Heather didn't get their morning out at the ranch, but you more than made up for it with their breakfast conversation, both flirty and serious as they felt out their relationship, where it stands and where it's going.  (I had to chuckle later about Heather's qualms over imposing on the Greens -- I can't imagine that Jake won't put up a fight if she tries to move out, especially if she tries moving out the the Richmonds!)
 
But actually, I may have liked the flashback to the genesis of Heather's friendship with both Richmonds the best.  I loved the story of how Stanley's tractor came to look like a cow, and how Heather was able to rescue Bonnie (and Stanley too, really) in her time of need.  It seemed very Heather to me to pick up on Bonnie's quandary and then render assistance with no fuss or muss.
 
So, the question now is, how long 'til Miss Travers is able to make her move?  And will Heather be able to defend herself or is she too eaten up by unreasonable guilt?  How soon 'til an actual riot breaks out on Main Street?  And will Gray still be whining about Jake being out of uniform when the you-know-what hits the fan?
 
As always, thanks for the good read!