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The French Letter

Viewing comments for Chapter 99 "A Slip of the Tongue"
A Novel

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Comment from Sandra Stoner-Mitchell
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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
    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
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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
    Very many thanks for your continued support and kind words, Julia. Thanks, too, for the sixth star. Much appreciated. All good wishes, Tony
reply by juliaSjames on 05-Dec-2019
    You're welcome. Kudos on your latest win.
reply by the author on 05-Dec-2019
    Thanks, Julia.
Comment from royowen
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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
    Very many thanks for your continued support and kind words, Roy. Much appreciated. All good wishes, Tony
reply by royowen on 05-Dec-2019
    Most welcome
Comment from Sandra du Plessis
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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
    Many thanks, Sandra. I always appreciate your reviews and interest. Best wishes, Tony.
Comment from Ulla
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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
    Very many thanks for your continued support and kind words, Ulla. Much appreciated. All good wishes, Tony
reply by Ulla on 06-Dec-2019
    You're welcome. Also, congratulation on your win. It's very much deserved. Ulla:))
Comment from Sankey
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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
    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
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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
    Very many thanks for your continued support and kind words, Misty. Much appreciated. All good wishes, Tony
Comment from Jannypan (Jan)
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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
    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
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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
    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
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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
    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.