I want to thank all of your for your comments on my attempt at writing something worthy in Karen's world.

As has been said elsewhere my story does take place a year before the events depicted in her "A New Style of Education". So, yes Rachel Ruiz has not yet joined the school. As to Renee's unusual orchestral instrument... Her instrument will be revealed in the next chapter (at the Editor's now). As to other issues, questions, answers. Hopefully you'll gradually find answers to your questions, and discover new questions as the story progresses. I do have a LOT of ground to cover. :-)

Over the next chapters, you get to know Fran and Ingrid a little better. Eventually, the other four will be introduced in more detail. What, you say you don't know Renee well enough yet? (Comming, slowly for you) And, you want to know where Dan's comming from and where he's going? Well, that is what this story is intended to tell... I think. Hmmm. Maybe I should work a student "Rock & Roll" ensemble into the story? I mean, surely they have school dances... And, do they really want to bring in "outside" performers? :-) (Karen, please don't disown me on this joke.) Hmmm. Mix-up Monday's going to come as a shock to the first year don't you think... I wonder how it'll play out. :-)

My three proofers deserve a lot, without their assistance, the story would not be anywhere near where it stands today. (You can see the difference by looking at my other serial novel... My one short story did get a lot of editorial help, and I think it benefited from it.) So, while I'd prefer to write and post, I think we'll all benefit from having the chapters heavily reviewed/edited. The final thing you see, is mine. They are NOT responsible for any errors you may see!

But, again, thanks to all of you for your comments. I've REALLY enjoyed the opportunity to write in this rich world, and I hope I contribute a small amount to your enjoyment of it.

Annette