I do enjoy Dude 13's stuff as well. The stories are fun to read, but PB is right, he goes over the top with Frankie's character (Mac and some of the other characters too). While Frankie can be the big sister, prankster, the hard worker, or a mother hen, she does not overdo these little roles. The only thing I was disgusted with Frankie, is when she showed her weakness in "Little Peas." I felt a strong young woman of Frankie's caliber, should never show her weakness ("I'm such a LOSER!"). There is nothing wrong with her doing that in the privacy of her bedroom; I was very upset when she showed her "vulnerability" hand. While I think it was a set back on Frankie's demeanor - I will not love her less.
