Comment from barbara.wilkey

Excellent

I had to smile at being stuck on the runway. Our first tour of Germany, my husband was already over there searching for an apartment. We had three very young children, one still in diapers. The boys and my flight was from St, Louis to Frankfurt, Germany. We were stuck on the runway for a little over an hour. It was in August and hotter than heck. I enjoyed reading your post. I do enjoy reading and am worried about Charles and Helen's safety.

 Comment Written 14-Aug-2019

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reply by the author on 15-Aug-2019

Thanks, Barbara. I've been in that situation a couple of times, too. Not a great start to a long flight. I appreciate your review and comments. All good wishes, Tony.

Comment from Tootsie55

Exceptional

Hey look what was still in this side! Thanks again for a great read as always. Will miss you, but hope you will still share your stuff off site with me.

 Comment Written 14-Aug-2019

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reply by the author on 15-Aug-2019

Thanks, Geoffrey. Appreciated, as always. tfawcus@gmail.com

Comment from royowen

Excellent

I have experienced those awkward landings on occasions, and accompanied by applause, always seemed a little "sarccy" to me. So now they've been seen off by a pompous Bamforth, but Charles lands a couple of salvos of his own. An excellent episode Tony, blessings Roy

 Comment Written 14-Aug-2019

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reply by the author on 15-Aug-2019

Very many thanks, Roy. Having survived many years of co-pilot 'circuits and bumps', I feel that I am an expert on the subject! LOL
As always, I appreciate your comments.

Comment from Sankey

Excellent

Good chapter and sorry no SIXES. Very expressive throughout. I love he "English" characaturing of Bamford, hehe. I have to make sure I have an e-mil for you, or we are friends on Facebook. probably the former rather than the latter I am thinking.

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reply by the author on 15-Aug-2019

Thanks, Geoffrey. I added my email to your Tootsie review. I hardly use Facebook, except as a marketing tool for the B&B and as an occasional outlet for my poetry.

reply by Sankey on 15-Aug-2019

I e-mailed you. Mistake in Member name on here Sankey ok.

Comment from estory

Excellent

I think you did a good job using the descriptions of the turbulent journey in the plane to foreshadow the difficulties in stalking the Lion in Lahore. We really feel Charles' apprehension at what lies ahead. And it's subtle. The conversation with Bamforth also comes off well, the James Bond warning of the pear with the plastic vial in it was classic. I like how gave Bamforth that cool as a cucumber demeanor, as if he's non chalantly watching Charles take all the risks. The next couple of chapters should be interesting. estory

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reply by the author on 15-Aug-2019

Many thanks for your continued encouragement, estory. I appreciate your comments about this chapter. The pressure is now on to ramp up the storyline, leading to a resounding climax.

Comment from Sylvia Page

Excellent

A skillfully written chapter. I wonder what the small vial contains. Just too bad that Charles is a poor traveller. I wonder how would he cope in a stressful situation. Look forward to reading more.
Regards
Sylvia

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reply by the author on 15-Aug-2019

Many thanks for your review, Sylvia. I'm guessing that the vial may contain information about The Lion's terrorist network throughout Europe. Perhaps Charles will rise to the occasion. He'll be in trouble if he doesn't. Maybe even worse trouble if he does. Poor chap.

Comment from Sandra Stoner-Mitchell

Excellent

I would have reacted just as Helen did had I accidentally spilt hot coffee on my husband's privates, women have that sort of humour! I don't think I would have got on that plane once I knew who was on the other side. This is really up now, Tony, I wait to see what will happen next. Well done! :)) Sandra xx

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reply by the author on 15-Aug-2019

Thanks, Sandra. I, too, am beginning to wonder what is going to happen next! If I had been writing Chapter 80 in longhand, my wastepaper basket would now be overflowing with crumpled balls of screwed up paper!

Comment from Jannypan (Jan)

Excellent

You did a good job, Tony, with this chapter. The description of the plane ride is filled with great details and imagery. The 'spy' references were handled well too. Thanks for sharing. Jan

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reply by the author on 15-Aug-2019

Very many thanks for your review, Jan. I've been on a few flights not dissimilar to this one! LOL Best wishes, Tony

Comment from Brett Matthew West

Exceptional

A realistic tone to the storytelling. Seems the real adventure is about to begin. Scenes are well established. Foreshadowing tantilizes. Charles and Helen's relationship intrigues. Time to ramp the action into overdrive.

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reply by the author on 15-Aug-2019

Many thanks, Brett. I appreciate your encouraging comments and the extra star. Best wishes, Tony

Comment from juliaSjames

Excellent

So Charles is a nervous flyer. I like the link between air turbulence and the turbulence in his mind. He's venturing into unknown territory. The coffee spill provides comic relief from the building tension.

Excellent chapter, Tony.

Blessings Julia

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reply by the author on 15-Aug-2019

Thanks for another most encouraging review, Julia. You give me heart to continue! All good wishes, Tony

reply by juliaSjames on 15-Aug-2019

Thank you Tony. I enjoy reading.