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Viewing comments for Chapter 90 "The Akond of Swat"A Novel
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Comment from Debbie Pope
I hope you know I would award this chapter a six star rating if I had one. You are a superlative writer. This chapter deserves a six for all the research that went into your details. Although I enjoy the Cotswalls more, this place seems so exotic. The scenery itself is exciting. I am still dizzy from all the hairpin turns and hungry knowing that they are going to be without food for awhile.
Until next chapter.
reply by the author on 27-Oct-2019
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I hope you know I would award this chapter a six star rating if I had one. You are a superlative writer. This chapter deserves a six for all the research that went into your details. Although I enjoy the Cotswalls more, this place seems so exotic. The scenery itself is exciting. I am still dizzy from all the hairpin turns and hungry knowing that they are going to be without food for awhile.
Until next chapter.
Comment Written 22-Oct-2019
reply by the author on 27-Oct-2019
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I'm way behind with my responses to reviews, Debbie. Various family crises are invading my FS time!
I very much appreciate your supportive comments and continued interest in my tale.
Best wishes, Tony
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How dare the family invade our FanStory time.
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LOL
Comment from barbara.wilkey
You did a great job describing the narrow road. I enjoyed reading. I can't wait to see what the snow storm they're heading into will bring. They are a fun couple. I am still a little anxious about Helen.
reply by the author on 22-Oct-2019
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You did a great job describing the narrow road. I enjoyed reading. I can't wait to see what the snow storm they're heading into will bring. They are a fun couple. I am still a little anxious about Helen.
Comment Written 22-Oct-2019
reply by the author on 22-Oct-2019
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Very many thanks for your encouragement and kind words, Barbara. I appreciate the sixth star, too. All good wishes, Tony.
Comment from royowen
It's getting rather exciting Tony. The name of the boat by which we sailed from Tilbury docks in England, migrating from the UK to Australia in 1951, was called the "Chitral" an old troop ship. You've really become an accomplished writer in novels Tony, well done. You've either been to Pakistan, or your research is really good. Well done, great scribing, blessings, Roy
reply by the author on 22-Oct-2019
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It's getting rather exciting Tony. The name of the boat by which we sailed from Tilbury docks in England, migrating from the UK to Australia in 1951, was called the "Chitral" an old troop ship. You've really become an accomplished writer in novels Tony, well done. You've either been to Pakistan, or your research is really good. Well done, great scribing, blessings, Roy
Comment Written 22-Oct-2019
reply by the author on 22-Oct-2019
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Thanks for your review and comments, Roy. Interesting that your ship was called the Chitral. I suppose that the connection would have been the importance of the town in the days of the British Raj.
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It could have been
Comment from Ulla
Hi Tony, I have run out of sixes, and I do regret that, because this chapter so deserves one. Your story is just very intriguing. The ending of this chapter is ominous.
'throwing off its mantle of sleep': I love it.
All best. Ulla:))
reply by the author on 22-Oct-2019
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Hi Tony, I have run out of sixes, and I do regret that, because this chapter so deserves one. Your story is just very intriguing. The ending of this chapter is ominous.
'throwing off its mantle of sleep': I love it.
All best. Ulla:))
Comment Written 22-Oct-2019
reply by the author on 22-Oct-2019
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Very many thanks for your supportive comments and kind words. As always, appreciated. Best wishes, Tony.
Comment from Sandra du Plessis
A very well-written chapter and another adventure with strange happenings in the way but still safe and on track to the final destination.
reply by the author on 22-Oct-2019
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A very well-written chapter and another adventure with strange happenings in the way but still safe and on track to the final destination.
Comment Written 22-Oct-2019
reply by the author on 22-Oct-2019
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Thanks, Sandra. I appreciate your comments. Best wishes, Tony.
Comment from Mystic Angel 7777
It's a relief they are on their way through the tunnel before the brunt of the storm hits. I loved the interlude of them playing in the rain and snow puddles as it provided a great break from the heightened tension of the journey to that point. Well done and thank you very much for sharing it.
reply by the author on 22-Oct-2019
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It's a relief they are on their way through the tunnel before the brunt of the storm hits. I loved the interlude of them playing in the rain and snow puddles as it provided a great break from the heightened tension of the journey to that point. Well done and thank you very much for sharing it.
Comment Written 22-Oct-2019
reply by the author on 22-Oct-2019
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Thanks, Monica. Appreciated. I particularly value the comment about contrast. I?m never quite sure how well the play between Charles and Helen is working.
Comment from Elaine Chiodi
Your well-described depictions of a foreign land and culture add to the thrill of the story line. Even coming in late to the plot, one feels anxiety and a familiarity with Helen and Charles. Enough teasers are dropped to capture interest in further reading. Wonderfully written... ...ec
reply by the author on 22-Oct-2019
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Your well-described depictions of a foreign land and culture add to the thrill of the story line. Even coming in late to the plot, one feels anxiety and a familiarity with Helen and Charles. Enough teasers are dropped to capture interest in further reading. Wonderfully written... ...ec
Comment Written 22-Oct-2019
reply by the author on 22-Oct-2019
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Thanks very much for your supportive comments, Elaine. All good wishes, Tony.
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You're most welcome... ...ec
Comment from Nowhereman1
Very well written chapter in a very interesting book. You really bring the characters and setting alive with your words. Thank you for sharing this book i have enjoyed it.
reply by the author on 22-Oct-2019
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Very well written chapter in a very interesting book. You really bring the characters and setting alive with your words. Thank you for sharing this book i have enjoyed it.
Comment Written 22-Oct-2019
reply by the author on 22-Oct-2019
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Very many thanks for your supportive comments. Much appreciated. All good wishes, Tony.
Comment from Bill Pinder
I enjoyed reading this chapter in your book about the ongoing adventure into a very dangerous part of the world that appears to be very isolated then probably under the control of a terrorist. I like how you describe the scenery and travel with very descriptive words. It will be interesting to see if they get out of this alive.
Bill
reply by the author on 22-Oct-2019
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I enjoyed reading this chapter in your book about the ongoing adventure into a very dangerous part of the world that appears to be very isolated then probably under the control of a terrorist. I like how you describe the scenery and travel with very descriptive words. It will be interesting to see if they get out of this alive.
Bill
Comment Written 22-Oct-2019
reply by the author on 22-Oct-2019
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Thank you, Bill. I appreciate your comments about the setting and descriptions. All good wishes, Tony.
Comment from Gail Denham
Well done - this reads very smoothly - I can see those hairpin turns and feel the fear as the rear wheels slide toward the edge - I'd be like Helen with my head buried. Quite entertaining and moves the story along splendidly.
reply by the author on 22-Oct-2019
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Well done - this reads very smoothly - I can see those hairpin turns and feel the fear as the rear wheels slide toward the edge - I'd be like Helen with my head buried. Quite entertaining and moves the story along splendidly.
Comment Written 22-Oct-2019
reply by the author on 22-Oct-2019
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Thanks, Gail. It?s most affirming to know that you felt in there with the action. Best wishes, Tony.