The French Letter
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Comment from Ben Colder
A good write and see nothing out of the way for correction. I did notice a phrase that startled me for a moment something I have seen used before in novel writing. Pregnant - birth - to a situation. Interesting.
reply by the author on 19-Apr-2019
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A good write and see nothing out of the way for correction. I did notice a phrase that startled me for a moment something I have seen used before in novel writing. Pregnant - birth - to a situation. Interesting.
Comment Written 12-Apr-2019
reply by the author on 19-Apr-2019
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Thanks for your review of Chapter 51, The Worm Turns, Ben - nearly a week ago. I?m a little late in responding, I?m afraid, but no less appreciated for that! All the best, Tony.
Comment from HealingMuse
Hi TF,
Yummy--delicious mind candy, this story you are crafting, my friend! Your characters are genuine, dialogue excellent, and you keep the action moving. I like that Brandon is smart enough not to be taken in, and to hide the photo, passport, and journal, and to tell the man on the phone how it's going to be: on his terms, or not at all. I'm curious to see where this is all going, my friend. Thanks for a great read! Jan :-)
reply by the author on 19-Apr-2019
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Hi TF,
Yummy--delicious mind candy, this story you are crafting, my friend! Your characters are genuine, dialogue excellent, and you keep the action moving. I like that Brandon is smart enough not to be taken in, and to hide the photo, passport, and journal, and to tell the man on the phone how it's going to be: on his terms, or not at all. I'm curious to see where this is all going, my friend. Thanks for a great read! Jan :-)
Comment Written 12-Apr-2019
reply by the author on 19-Apr-2019
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Many thanks for your review of The Worm Turns last week. I'm a little behind in responding, I'm afraid. Nonetheless, be assured that I appreciate your comments and encouragement. Wishing you a very happy Easter. All the best, Tony
Comment from Jannypan (Jan)
You did a great job with this chapter, Tony. I like the attitude of Charles that you aptly reflected in words. I am happy that Charles passed the 'test'. I believe if he hadn't, then he would be dead by now. It is interesting that the chapter is now back to the stamp market where it all started. Thanks for sharing. Jan
reply by the author on 19-Apr-2019
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You did a great job with this chapter, Tony. I like the attitude of Charles that you aptly reflected in words. I am happy that Charles passed the 'test'. I believe if he hadn't, then he would be dead by now. It is interesting that the chapter is now back to the stamp market where it all started. Thanks for sharing. Jan
Comment Written 12-Apr-2019
reply by the author on 19-Apr-2019
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Thanks very much, Jan, for your very kind review of Chapter 50, The Worm Turns. I read it a few days ago on the run and wasn't able to respond at the time. Better late than never! I appreciate your remarks about Charles and about the story structure. Wishing you a very happy Easter. All the best, Tony
Comment from Tootsie55
Another great chapter. Sorry, no more SIXES till tomorrow or Monday our time I think. Good on him for keeping them waiting. I am still enjoying this great story. Would make a good movie or Miniseries. No spags.
reply by the author on 19-Apr-2019
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Another great chapter. Sorry, no more SIXES till tomorrow or Monday our time I think. Good on him for keeping them waiting. I am still enjoying this great story. Would make a good movie or Miniseries. No spags.
Comment Written 12-Apr-2019
reply by the author on 19-Apr-2019
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Thanks very much for your very kind review of Chapter 50, The Worm Turns. I read it a few days ago on the run and wasn't able to respond at the time. Better late than never! Glad to hear that you are still enjoying the story. I'll make sure you get complimentary tickets to the film premiere!
Comment from royowen
I love the way mysteries wend themselves through a narrative, they start with an accidental encounter, and then explode into a thousand events, that no one can predict, excepting perhaps the imaginitve writer, so well done Tony, good writing, blessings, Roy
reply by the author on 12-Apr-2019
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I love the way mysteries wend themselves through a narrative, they start with an accidental encounter, and then explode into a thousand events, that no one can predict, excepting perhaps the imaginitve writer, so well done Tony, good writing, blessings, Roy
Comment Written 12-Apr-2019
reply by the author on 12-Apr-2019
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Thanks, Roy. I appreciate your continued support. All the best, Tony
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Well done
Comment from Dawn Munro
Well, Tony, I am out of sixes, but of course, this is certainly a chapter that should be rated as outstanding. The intrigue alone is exceptional, compelling the read. I wish I wasn't merely dropping in on such an excellent book! Perfection!
reply by the author on 12-Apr-2019
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Well, Tony, I am out of sixes, but of course, this is certainly a chapter that should be rated as outstanding. The intrigue alone is exceptional, compelling the read. I wish I wasn't merely dropping in on such an excellent book! Perfection!
Comment Written 12-Apr-2019
reply by the author on 12-Apr-2019
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Good to hear from you, Dawn. Thanks for your kind comments. Appreciated, as always. Tony.
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You are most welcome!
Comment from trimple
Good evening to you, Tony.
Due to my intermittence here on the site, I haven't been able to keep up. But one thing is clear, that no matter when I do drop in to read another chapter, each one of them has its own little nugget to feast upon.
I recall your first few chapters where you were strolling about in Paris and describing the scene there at the stamp market. Helen had her bag stolen if I remember right.
Boy how things have changed! :)
Realy enjoy the very Britishness of the names and language. lol. I don't think it exists anymore, does it? Caruthers? Eek! :) That was the name of my last butler, you know... :)
It took a little time to arrange angles so that there were no reflections or shadows while I photographed it. -- very visual.
Most of the houses abut the pavement, leaving [very?]few convenient recesses for a tail to duck into.
The waiter appeared at my elbow with a small jug of water and a glass containing a finger of Pastis. As I poured water into the glass, the amber liquid turned cloudy and yellow, giving off a pleasant aroma of aniseed. I thought the metamorphosis an apt metaphor for my own situation.--Brilliant!
Your man has certainly come a long long way, Tony.
Fabulous writing as always.
kind regards
tracey
reply by the author on 12-Apr-2019
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Good evening to you, Tony.
Due to my intermittence here on the site, I haven't been able to keep up. But one thing is clear, that no matter when I do drop in to read another chapter, each one of them has its own little nugget to feast upon.
I recall your first few chapters where you were strolling about in Paris and describing the scene there at the stamp market. Helen had her bag stolen if I remember right.
Boy how things have changed! :)
Realy enjoy the very Britishness of the names and language. lol. I don't think it exists anymore, does it? Caruthers? Eek! :) That was the name of my last butler, you know... :)
It took a little time to arrange angles so that there were no reflections or shadows while I photographed it. -- very visual.
Most of the houses abut the pavement, leaving [very?]few convenient recesses for a tail to duck into.
The waiter appeared at my elbow with a small jug of water and a glass containing a finger of Pastis. As I poured water into the glass, the amber liquid turned cloudy and yellow, giving off a pleasant aroma of aniseed. I thought the metamorphosis an apt metaphor for my own situation.--Brilliant!
Your man has certainly come a long long way, Tony.
Fabulous writing as always.
kind regards
tracey
Comment Written 12-Apr-2019
reply by the author on 12-Apr-2019
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Good to hear from you, Tracey. Thanks for your kind comments. You?re right about the ?very?. How easily these superlatives creep in uninvited! I appreciate the depth of your review, as always. Tony.
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Always a pleasure, Tony.
Comment from LIJ Red
The thot plickens, as my spouse used to say. Well written, I breezed right through, saw no spags, and rather enjoyed the ride. I am not keeping up, is Brexit coming along as well as Trump's wall? Kidding. Excellent post.
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reply by the author on 12-Apr-2019
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The thot plickens, as my spouse used to say. Well written, I breezed right through, saw no spags, and rather enjoyed the ride. I am not keeping up, is Brexit coming along as well as Trump's wall? Kidding. Excellent post.
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Comment Written 12-Apr-2019
reply by the author on 12-Apr-2019
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Thanks, Red. Trump, Brexit, Assange - the media hardly have space to cover our General Election here in Australia.
Comment from lyenochka
Yes, just that interesting little letter led to a full fledged espionage novel! Really well done. And I'm cheering for Charles for his good idea to take all those items to the bank. However, Mme Durand did say to bring his passport. Isn't that one of the items he put in the safe?
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reply by the author on 12-Apr-2019
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Yes, just that interesting little letter led to a full fledged espionage novel! Really well done. And I'm cheering for Charles for his good idea to take all those items to the bank. However, Mme Durand did say to bring his passport. Isn't that one of the items he put in the safe?
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Comment Written 12-Apr-2019
reply by the author on 12-Apr-2019
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Yes, he was instructed to return the passport. It looks as if he has a rebellious streak!