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A Novel

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Comment from Pearl Edwards
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I agree with Charles, I think Helen is going to really get into this role. Another good chapter Tony, with a little humour thrown in amongst great dialogue and the drama of the situation. Enjoyed it,
cheers,
valda

 Comment Written 13-Sep-2019


reply by the author on 14-Sep-2019
    Helen certainly seems to be enjoying herself!
Comment from Winslow
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Dear tfawcus,

You write well, excellent dialogue and good descriptions combined with a dose of humor. As I haven read the previous chapters I was in the dark but guess this must be a spy/adventure tale.

Regards,

Winslow

 Comment Written 11-Sep-2019


reply by the author on 12-Sep-2019
    Very many thanks for dropping by to review this chapter. Thank you, too, for your kind comments and six stars. Appreciated. Best wishes, Tony.
    Thanks
Comment from giraffmang
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The attention to detail in this and the descriptions are great but it never overwhelms the plotting or characterisation.


 Comment Written 08-Sep-2019


reply by the author on 09-Sep-2019
    Thanks, G. You know I appreciate this.
Comment from pbomar1115
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Charles and Helen are in a dangerous situation. For one, to my understanding, Pakistan is a very unstable country for two people who are not native to it and being hunted-- a scary predicament.

Phillip

 Comment Written 07-Sep-2019


reply by the author on 09-Sep-2019
    A scary predicament indeed. Thanks for your review. All good wishes, Tony
reply by pbomar1115 on 09-Sep-2019
    You're welcome.
Comment from Pam (respa)
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-Another good chapter, Tony, that has a
serious situation, humor, and vivid description.
-Charles is particularly in rare
form with his wit in this one!
-The bit about the mushroom and
"An unshaven man the colour of a ripe
walnut stared back at me" are very good!
-However, their situation is anything but
humorous, but they seem to be handling it well.
-I think it was a good idea not
to dwell on the serious in this chapter.
-It will be interesting to find out
who is behind all of this, however.
-I wonder what Rasheed has to do with all of
this, or if he is just the taxi driver doing his job?
-Helen plays a good part in this chapter, trying
to get Charles to fit into the culture.
-I think she will relish her role,
and Charles will be doing her bidding.

 Comment Written 07-Sep-2019


reply by the author on 07-Sep-2019
    Many thanks for your kind words, Pam, and for pointing out the parts you liked best. Always useful to know. I very much appreciate the validation of the sixth star, too. All the best, Tony.
reply by Pam (respa) on 07-Sep-2019
    You are very welcome and deserving, Tony, and I appreciate your reply and thoughtfulness.
Comment from Rosemary Everson1
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I've got to read the other chapters of your story. I like your story plot. One thing about writing chapters here on this web-site they don't have to be long; can be short. Great writing.

 Comment Written 06-Sep-2019


reply by the author on 07-Sep-2019
    Thanks for dropping by to review, Rosemary. Much appreciated. So glad to hear that you enjoyed this chapter. All good wishes, Tony
Comment from Mia Twysted
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Helen seems to be having fun even under the conditions they are in. Every eye is out looking for them and she's just playing a game. At least she enjoys her work.

 Comment Written 06-Sep-2019


reply by the author on 06-Sep-2019
    Thanks, Mia. Yes, Helen does seem relativey unfazed by the situation. She and Charles have developed a jokey relationship over the course of their time together.
Comment from Liz O'Neill
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I like how you have researched the culture and dialect and invite the reader to do so. Your setting which you also must have researched by visiting or reading up on helps create solid characters. Your characters carry the culture and tradition well. They are believable. You create just enough suspense to keep the reader's attention. I think I would like to begin reading this story from the 1st chap. You may see me on the other side. I am definitely voting for this one.

 Comment Written 05-Sep-2019


reply by the author on 06-Sep-2019
    Thanks again, Liz. I have spent a little time in this area, but not recently. You?re right, it has taken quite a bit of research - interesting, but time-consuming.
Comment from WryWriter
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A great chapter that leaves the reader pondering "Will they make it?" Things are getting tighter and more dangerous. Exactly where the story should be! Enjoyed reading your work, as always.

 Comment Written 05-Sep-2019


reply by the author on 06-Sep-2019
    Many thanks for your continued support and encouragement. As always, appreciated. I?m hoping they might make it, else I?ll be short of a couple of main characters!
reply by WryWriter on 06-Sep-2019
    LOL!
Comment from Ulla
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Ah, this a fun chapter, Tony. Helen seems to know it all, but what choice does Charles really have? Not a lot. He has to follow along with the spiel. As you know, Ilove this story, and can't wait to be reading on. All best. Ulla:))

 Comment Written 05-Sep-2019


reply by the author on 06-Sep-2019
    They do seem to take a fairly flippant approach to all of this extreme danger. Glad you?re enjoying the humour of it. Very many thanks for the review and the sixth star. All the best, Tony.