I agree..I think I could date up to 48...so...lol..but I am repulsed by the idea of a man or woman in their 30's in the United States being with a 16(or 17) year old...though I'm trying my best not to judge anyone... In other countries where the age of consent is lower I can only assume that their girls are more mature?
I can't imagine any minor being raised in the United States being a match psychologically for a 36 year old and could understand when she is and isn't being manipulated by all the fucked up shit we adults do to each other when we claim we love them. I would say most of the time these types of relationships are about wanting someone to adore them and find someone easy to control.
Age is not just a number when it comes to minors..there are laws and even though it may not be morally wrong in this situation (who knows?) it is still criminal and he should be careful who she is telling. When I was that age I had no concept of tomorrow or consequence for myself..especially not someone else.