Just when Spike thought he was out, they pull him back in! The veil of purgatory and paradise seems to be a place of smoke and mirrors where unseen beings are jailors who can torment and punish at will. To learn that time runs faster for Spike is unsettling; he really is a strong person to withstand the trials and hauntings of his victims. I hope that Spike can focus on his family to keep from going insane. Seems like Buffy can hurt and kill these unseen jailors, just how many are sent to retrieve Spike is unknown; he must’ve sensed a whole bunch of them to react the way he did. Buffy finding the amulet is good - does that mean that Angel will be an ally? With any luck, she can get to the Oracles and find a way to help get her true life back. Really intense chapter, your muse is sharpening his torture instruments again. Its going to be a bumpy ride!

Author's Response: Hi Vette! Yes, the curtain between the two is thin, but hard for mortals to cross ... apparently not hard for the messengers or chauffers to get through, though. We never know where Angel's loyalty will lie, do we (or do we??)? She may turn to him later as a nearly last resort ... so we will find out. Oh yes, my muse has been sharpening his heart wrenching tools ... hang on, buckle up, keep your hands and feet inside the car - this ride has only just begun! Thanks sooo much for reading and your always insightful reveiws! Love hearing from you, Vette! -P4S 2011.05.23