Question B

[Jonetta]

Morgan and Lance attempt to serve Tyler Green with a court notice and things get rough. While Morgan was handling herself she needed Lance’s help to survive. How do you think that encounter changed both of them?

[Sharon]

I think it showed Lance that Morgan can defend herself. He admitted to himself that she isn't "helpless female." Morgan recognizes that Lance will be her "guard dog." They are both aware that they need to separate their growing relationship feelings from their work duties. It isn't going to be an easy thing for Lance to do.

[Jonetta]

I agree, Sharon. This scene helped both of them. Lance could see that she can handle herself and Morgan could see sometimes she might need help. Both will step back a bit and not be so hypersensitive about her in the field.

[Lauren]

Yes, the scene established Morgan as a strong woman who handles herself well in a difficult and even physical altercation. It is a stark contrast to the kidnapper that Lance admires her for this and accepts who she is.

Nevertheless, the follow up to this scene is a loose end as, despite his threats, this is the last we see of Tyler Green. This highlights one of the issues that I have with Leigh's writing - there are loose ends and inconsistencies that distract from the story and character development.

[Sharon]

Interesting comment Lauren. I didn't have a problem with Tyler disappearing from the scene. It was one of those things that investigators deal with during a case.

[Lauren]

Sharon wrote: " It was one of those things that investigators deal with during a case."

Absolutely! In real life, it is not at all surprising. However, when an author includes a character in the story, they should follow up even if it's just a line or two informing the reader that the character is locked up and out of the way.

[Charlene]

I did notice that he mouthed that threat to her, but I think he might have cowered upon consideration of the damage she did to him!