2-3-4 Challenge Book Discussions #1 discussion

Dan and Maggie had a torrid and steamy relationship, past and present. What were your feelings about their romance? Did it work for you?

It did, actually. Dan seemed to have moved on in his life since their past steam, but he clearly had memories of Maggie that were indelible.

I enjoyed their second chance romance. They had great chemistry and their banter was engaging.

It did and it didn't. I love a good second chance romance, but I wasn't convinced that Dan felt anything but fond memories for young Maggie. If Quinn wasn't in the mix would Dan have renewed a sexual relationship with Maggie only to leave her again? With his track record of easy come, easy go, it's a fair question.

I loved that their relationship was complicated and messy. Dan had a long row to hoe in gaining Maggie’s trust and adjusting to being a father. His shtick was to stay footloose and keep moving. Quinn forced him to face his feelings. Max was a great influence and Maggie let him off the hook a little too easy but she loved him, had his child. That makes a difference.

It wasn’t perfect but that’s how I like romances.

Anita wrote: "If Quinn wasn't in the mix would Dan have renewed a sexual relationship with Maggie only to leave her again? With his track record of easy come, easy go, it's a fair question. "

He did renew the relationship and was on his way back to see her again when he met Quinn. It was clear he was emotionally involved before Quinn cam into the mix.

I still can't get over the fact that he didn't follow up on her for 14 years. If he had, he would have known she had a child. His, Ramon's or Smitty's, he should have made sure she ended up okay and he didn't. Michael died and Dan walked away from the whole case and Maggie.