I wish I could pinpoint exactly when I decided that Buck was in love with Jill. But it's hard for me to say. I tend to figure things out early anyways. Jill I hadn't expected, but mostly because she had never considered the idea. You write VERY well from the characters perspective. You don't let anyone else's feelings and opinions come out when your in character. And yes, love is something that grows and surprises you. Let's hope that Ripp doesn't somehow make his little brothers love bust into flame and burn away. *gives Ripp the stink eye*

And thank you thank you thank you again!