The more I read this, the more Im wondering where this is going.

Keep it up, Keto.

This is by far the best chapter.

From what you've told me, your research into this sort of thing has paid off.

Out of curiosity, why the sudden five year jump? I would think the Plague would have a more significant effect on the lives of these two brothers.

All in all, I enjoyed finishing this through.

Please keep me updated on the story's progress.

__BrandonScott

This seems to cater more to my tastes as a reader.

I can see the echoes and influence that Anne Rice has had in your writing, and would like to compliment you for successfully painting such a scenic backdrop.

There is one phrase that bothers me... "Only to the Tyrant's provocation" - is provocation the correct word to use here? It seems like dismay would be a better word choice. From what I understand, what these boys are doing is in direct conflict with what the tempest wants.

All in all, a very great story. Keep me updated on its status.

__BScott

Hey there. It sounds pretty good so far...though you'll have to write more for me to make a really good critque. One thing I could suggest on though...character description. I know for me, if I have a description of a character in my mind, it makes trying to understand everything else in the story simpler. And by character description...I mean describing how they look, act, come across to others. Something like that.

o me gosh this story twas so beautiful i love where this is goingand cant wait for u to write morei can feel that harmonous tune through my body

Brilliantly written, really powerful work. I thoroughly enjoyed reading it, so thank you!

mwhahaha, this one i can leave a review on every chapter as u write it, yay. ok, seriously, so far its comming great, u said u think its boring so far? well i think its just fine and cant wait to read the rest, specially since u say it has yet to 'get going'. umm ya, as i said, i will leave more reviews as u write more. but as of now, good job *claps* lol ^_^

omg Kirsten u r the best writer i have ever seen around my age and is my friend so whoopnicity o ya keep on keeping on girl

So well written! My gosh! I love this idea...the scene set so clearly and vividly. Please continue...

beautiful. love the lush setting of old Italy and the opera. And of course...I want to know what becomes of the two boys.

only suggestion...the prelude. Perhaps too much condensed into one paragraph. You might want to open it up a bit and let it play out. Otherwise, excellent.