The French Letter
Viewing comments for Chapter 99 "A Slip of the Tongue"A Novel
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Comment from Sandra Stoner-Mitchell
Tony, I'm sorry, I used all my sixes straight away without realising it! I owe you, this chapter was brilliant! Your descriptions of Charles at the table, his hunger, shaking, near to tears. His fears for Helen, they all came across bloody brilliantly! I loved the ending, a lovely bit of humour in an otherwise serious situation. I can't wait to find out what the ulterior motive was that Bistro nearly let slip (again lol) Well done, a superb part. :)) Sandra. I.O.U 6 stars. xxxx
reply by the author on 03-Dec-2019
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Tony, I'm sorry, I used all my sixes straight away without realising it! I owe you, this chapter was brilliant! Your descriptions of Charles at the table, his hunger, shaking, near to tears. His fears for Helen, they all came across bloody brilliantly! I loved the ending, a lovely bit of humour in an otherwise serious situation. I can't wait to find out what the ulterior motive was that Bistro nearly let slip (again lol) Well done, a superb part. :)) Sandra. I.O.U 6 stars. xxxx
Comment Written 03-Dec-2019
reply by the author on 03-Dec-2019
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Your supportive comments and encouragement are worth far more than any stars. Sometimes, after reading one of your reviews, I almost imagine myself as a published author!
Comment from juliaSjames
IMO this is a particularly well written chapter, Tony. Ambiance is effectively described, dialogue is very well written, free flowing and realistic. Liked the bit of staging. Not only does it divert Kayla, it breaks up the static setup of the dinner scene.
Charles is a much more likeable protagonist when he shows the vulnerability lurking under the upper middle class sophistication.
The plot continues to unfold at its own pace.
Blessings Julia
reply by the author on 05-Dec-2019
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IMO this is a particularly well written chapter, Tony. Ambiance is effectively described, dialogue is very well written, free flowing and realistic. Liked the bit of staging. Not only does it divert Kayla, it breaks up the static setup of the dinner scene.
Charles is a much more likeable protagonist when he shows the vulnerability lurking under the upper middle class sophistication.
The plot continues to unfold at its own pace.
Blessings Julia
Comment Written 03-Dec-2019
reply by the author on 05-Dec-2019
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Very many thanks for your continued support and kind words, Julia. Thanks, too, for the sixth star. Much appreciated. All good wishes, Tony
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You're welcome. Kudos on your latest win.
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Thanks, Julia.
Comment from royowen
An interesting development, indeed Bisto was a surprise, an excellent character, but a surprise under the circumstances, but a good slider in the long run. Bisto nearly maes a slip in font of Kayla, but rescues the subject, well done, blessings Roy
reply by the author on 05-Dec-2019
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An interesting development, indeed Bisto was a surprise, an excellent character, but a surprise under the circumstances, but a good slider in the long run. Bisto nearly maes a slip in font of Kayla, but rescues the subject, well done, blessings Roy
Comment Written 03-Dec-2019
reply by the author on 05-Dec-2019
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Very many thanks for your continued support and kind words, Roy. Much appreciated. All good wishes, Tony
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Most welcome
Comment from Sandra du Plessis
A very well-written chapter. Sometimes we let a secret out without intention and then we have to cover up the slip of the to the and hope no one else notice anything.
reply by the author on 03-Dec-2019
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A very well-written chapter. Sometimes we let a secret out without intention and then we have to cover up the slip of the to the and hope no one else notice anything.
Comment Written 03-Dec-2019
reply by the author on 03-Dec-2019
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Many thanks, Sandra. I always appreciate your reviews and interest. Best wishes, Tony.
Comment from Ulla
Awe, Tony, this is a pretty interesting finish to this chapter. Everything is going fine until Bisto says something he should rather have not. Maybe Charles' diversion worked out. A clever way to bring us back to The french letter. Great writing as always. Ulla:))
reply by the author on 05-Dec-2019
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Awe, Tony, this is a pretty interesting finish to this chapter. Everything is going fine until Bisto says something he should rather have not. Maybe Charles' diversion worked out. A clever way to bring us back to The french letter. Great writing as always. Ulla:))
Comment Written 03-Dec-2019
reply by the author on 05-Dec-2019
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Very many thanks for your continued support and kind words, Ulla. Much appreciated. All good wishes, Tony
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You're welcome. Also, congratulation on your win. It's very much deserved. Ulla:))
Comment from Sankey
Unfortunately looks like the Sixes have gone for another week. A good chapter at last. Glad your Muse has got out of bed, or you are done with the cricket. No spags.
reply by the author on 05-Dec-2019
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Unfortunately looks like the Sixes have gone for another week. A good chapter at last. Glad your Muse has got out of bed, or you are done with the cricket. No spags.
Comment Written 03-Dec-2019
reply by the author on 05-Dec-2019
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Very many thanks for your continued support and kind words, Very many thanks for your continued support and kind words, Geoffrey . Much appreciated. All good wishes, Tony. Much appreciated. All good wishes, Tony
Comment from Mistydawn
That was quick thinking on his part but it leaves the reader wondering what the motive might be. So glad to hear that Helen is alive although I doubt if she's too safe. Your chapter is well-written, interesting. I look forward to reading more.
reply by the author on 05-Dec-2019
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That was quick thinking on his part but it leaves the reader wondering what the motive might be. So glad to hear that Helen is alive although I doubt if she's too safe. Your chapter is well-written, interesting. I look forward to reading more.
Comment Written 03-Dec-2019
reply by the author on 05-Dec-2019
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Very many thanks for your continued support and kind words, Misty. Much appreciated. All good wishes, Tony
Comment from Jannypan (Jan)
The M16 seems to be f no help as I understand, Tony. This chapter had a good info, particularly, bringing up the painting. The dinner seems to be going ok. I believe each is trying to find out from the others there just what each one knows. I do wonder about Helen and JDurand. Thanks for sharing. Respectfully, Jan
reply by the author on 06-Dec-2019
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The M16 seems to be f no help as I understand, Tony. This chapter had a good info, particularly, bringing up the painting. The dinner seems to be going ok. I believe each is trying to find out from the others there just what each one knows. I do wonder about Helen and JDurand. Thanks for sharing. Respectfully, Jan
Comment Written 03-Dec-2019
reply by the author on 06-Dec-2019
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Thanks, Jan. I appreciate your comments. There are still a few loose ends to sort out, but I?m getting there! Tony
Comment from Debbie Pope
I have not reviewed any of your chapters lately because I was running out of superlatives. I've been keeping up though. As usual, I enjoyed your setting descriptions as much as your plot. If you have to edit this book, it's going to be hard to take anything out. The "fluff" as I would call descriptions is so well written and interesting. I like the ambience of the hunting lodge and the food descriptions. Interesting change from the Cotswalls.
reply by the author on 05-Dec-2019
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I have not reviewed any of your chapters lately because I was running out of superlatives. I've been keeping up though. As usual, I enjoyed your setting descriptions as much as your plot. If you have to edit this book, it's going to be hard to take anything out. The "fluff" as I would call descriptions is so well written and interesting. I like the ambience of the hunting lodge and the food descriptions. Interesting change from the Cotswalls.
Comment Written 03-Dec-2019
reply by the author on 05-Dec-2019
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Good to hear from you, Debbie. Thanks very much for your review and the sixth star. Much appreciated, as always. As I get nearer to the end of this first draft, I?m beginning to feel a bit overwhelmed by the editing task yet to come. All good wishes, Tony.
Comment from Pantygynt
My word! Any more of this racy stuff and you will have to put out the red triangles.
I ate in a place like that in Sri Lanka. One felt as if trapped in a time warp. Three sit down to dine and I must confess I got a bit lost at times over who was speaking. I had to go back over to sort it out. Speech tags can be overdone of course but they can be under-utilised as well. Just a thought.
reply by the author on 05-Dec-2019
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My word! Any more of this racy stuff and you will have to put out the red triangles.
I ate in a place like that in Sri Lanka. One felt as if trapped in a time warp. Three sit down to dine and I must confess I got a bit lost at times over who was speaking. I had to go back over to sort it out. Speech tags can be overdone of course but they can be under-utilised as well. Just a thought.
Comment Written 03-Dec-2019
reply by the author on 05-Dec-2019
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Thanks, Jim. I?ll go back and have another look at the speech tags. I sometimes find it difficult to get the balance right. All the best, Tony.