While They Sleep

Great read-had me from the first sentence. Love the thought snippets sprinkled throughout the narrative.

Yay! I'm so glad i was finally able to finish reading this awesome story. Certainly got tears in my eyes at the end there. I'm guessing brother Thomas got the infamous pebble. And good thing for youtube! I was starting to think Evan would spend the rest of his life with the monks.... but looks like that was not meant to be. I could not help but smile when Irina showed up. And she had everything planned out too. Evan is now starting a whole new life. As a grandfather :P Great read. I LOVED it.

This is great! I can't wait to finish it, but I have one question.... What in the H-E-double hockey sticks are you doing writing on here. You are a great writer. If I was you, I would be writing books and selling them. I think after reading "Eye In The Sky" and this one, you might just be my favorite writer on this whole site. After I finish reading them all, I will let you know. I hope I haven't just made all the other writers mad at me, but you are a good writer. :)

Looks like he turned in to a fine man after all

Ah yes, Y2K. I had totally forgot about that underwhelming event in history. I love Brother Phillip's sense of humor!
And when Evan takes up a hobby.... he certainly throws himself into it. It was heartwarming to see him help out the monks. Never in my life would I have imagined the boy who cut off fingers gladly live in a monastery helping monks... with gardening. I love it!

Very touching chapter. Looks like Evan had his first real confession... about time. But it looks like he needed to get all of that past off his chest. He is a completely different person now doing good things for others. He has certainly come a long way. Looking forward to see what happens when he meets Brother Phillip. Another great chapter!

I can't wait to see where Evan ends up next. It's best to stay on his good side, he can certainly be an awesome manipulator. Wonder if he'll meet Brother Joseph :) That would be something, but I'll wait and read on. Great chapter! I liked how he defended a damsel in distress,

Just when I thought Evan had seen and done it all... he is now in the south making new friends! And learning all about Barbeque... Memphis style of all things!!!
I was glad he got some closure when we visited his parents' graves and was able to look back on his life. And I was glad he finally finished high school! It's never too late, is it :P
I love the character of George. He seems to be a gentle giant. Would certainly make an awesome friend to anyone. I am left smiling and happy that Evan has started such an interesting chapter in his life.

I was very touched that Ivan, after 15 years, came back and decided to make things right. Not only that, but to show is gratitude. He has certainly grown up from being a ruthless finger collector :D
I guess Eastwood's home being burned to the ground was a sign that the past was now over, and it was time for a new beginning. It took 15 years but Ivan has become a totally changed man, and has a good heart. I loved it. I am so glad he not only learned his lessons but is not running from his past, instead making his wrongs into rights.

Okay, sober or not sober I am never ever touching a helicopter. I have a feeling anyone's grandma would do a much better job than I would :P
I really liked how Ivan/Evan handled himself with the prisoners. He was humane and reasonable. Not torturing them for the truth but instead feeding them and asking them straight forward what he wanted to know. I would be happy to cooperate with a man like Evan. He handled things like a real gentleman.
15 years!!! Wow... time sure does fly. Looking forward to reading on and seeing if Slivka has anything to say for himself.

Wow!!! Ivan was quick on his feet and figured out what to do. I am glad that saving Rasmussen began to help him come to terms with Eastwood's death. Not to mention he got a nice present out of it! But I am guessing he is more concerned about being at peace with losing his uncle and not being around to help. I could not help but smile. I'm sure many boys out there would like a helicopter :)

A thrilling piece!!! ;-)

Well Evan can't go anywhere without someone offering him an awesome job. I am very impressed that he has so much knowledge, when it come to things like fishing, among many others as well. Smart young man.
And communism fell.... that was something. A new era is about to begin! Looking forward to reading more!

Wow the job offers just keep coming! Never thought Ivan would end up being a bouncer at a night club of all places. I loved that. Very different from his old job :P I got worried for a second in the end that Stanislav might be looking for payback. But I am happy that turned out well. Ivan got yet another job offer :P Can't wait to see where this one will take him,

This was my favorite chapter so far :) Looks like our Evan will get a new beginning. He started off being the detective chasing after Zaya, but I was shocked when 2 dead bodies turned out to be children. Very understandable life changing experience for Evan. And then the end of the relationship with Irina. That was expected but I felt a little sad. But looks like now he has nothing holding him back. Can't wait to see what he plans to do with his new life.

Poor Idree. But someone had to be the guinea pig.
Again, I was impressed by Evan. Making that rock hard snowball... now that was crafty. And he managed to get away. Well, for now. I wonder if they find him, although he does have the upper hand. Can't wait to find out. Great chapter.

A good paying job.... or death. I see Evan is going to have to make a tough decision. But I am glad the Chinese realize how much he is worth.
Not Emil.... that was not expected. But during war these things should be expected. I just tend to get too attached to characters :)
Can't wait to find out what Evan will eventually decide to do. He's getting a good offer, but I am wondering how loyal he is. Can't wait to read more!!!

Very action packed chapter! I was so sad that Alexeyev and Maslak lost their lives... but glad that Evan is really getting into the game and is helping everyone out. He is quite an asset. Looking forward to chapter 14!!!!

Well they are certainly dealing well with the rebels. I was NOT Expecting Irina to make such a bold move... but Evan seems clueless to these types of things, so I'm glad she was not shy. If I was Emil, I would poke fun of Evan as well! Hehehehehe. I am glad they are dealing rather well with the rebels. Looking forward to seeing what happens :D

Now I'm a little worried Alexeyev may not make it... but glad Evan and Emil were able to continue this dangerous journey. Again I felt like I was watching a movie . Those two make a good team. Looking forward to finding out what they end up doing next. I hope they don't get hurt.