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Comment from w.j.debi
Interesting dialogue between your characters. I find it interesting that Charles is willing to sneak around without a passport, even if it means finding himself in the boot of the car for an hour or more. I can't even image how confining and uncomfortable that would be. That must mean he is truly in love with Helen. I hope they find her soon.
reply by the author on 17-Dec-2019
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Interesting dialogue between your characters. I find it interesting that Charles is willing to sneak around without a passport, even if it means finding himself in the boot of the car for an hour or more. I can't even image how confining and uncomfortable that would be. That must mean he is truly in love with Helen. I hope they find her soon.
Comment Written 16-Dec-2019
reply by the author on 17-Dec-2019
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Thanks, WJ The power of love! Amazing, isn't it? LOL
Comment from RShipp
Jumping in mid-story, but I think I was on to the essence of the happenings.
Loved the "minor avalanche" ... masters of understatements amuse me.
"Bisto was digging into a large slice of pawpaw, seemingly without a care in the world..." I could see that happening.
"She'd be an expensive accessory." Ouch! Nice touch.
Enjoyed. Looking forward to the next installment.
reply by the author on 17-Dec-2019
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Jumping in mid-story, but I think I was on to the essence of the happenings.
Loved the "minor avalanche" ... masters of understatements amuse me.
"Bisto was digging into a large slice of pawpaw, seemingly without a care in the world..." I could see that happening.
"She'd be an expensive accessory." Ouch! Nice touch.
Enjoyed. Looking forward to the next installment.
Comment Written 16-Dec-2019
reply by the author on 17-Dec-2019
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Thanks very much for your supportive comments, RShipp. Much appreciated. All the best, Tony
Comment from Jannypan (Jan)
And so the plot thickens. I enjoyed this chapter, Tony. There seems to be a character dropping by from the past at all times. However, I believe each one will play an important role in the outcome. Where is JDurand? Behind the scenes manipulating in my opinion. This chapter had great descriptions and intrigue. Thanks for sharing. Respectfully, Jan
reply by the author on 17-Dec-2019
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And so the plot thickens. I enjoyed this chapter, Tony. There seems to be a character dropping by from the past at all times. However, I believe each one will play an important role in the outcome. Where is JDurand? Behind the scenes manipulating in my opinion. This chapter had great descriptions and intrigue. Thanks for sharing. Respectfully, Jan
Comment Written 16-Dec-2019
reply by the author on 17-Dec-2019
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Thanks for your review and comments, Jan. I imagine that we'll see or hear more of Jeanne Durand before the end. All the best, Tony
Comment from Ulla
Hi Tony, yeah, I can believe that in that part of the world they leave a car with International foreigners well alone. Bowing to authorities and all that.
And the peacock man, I'm sure will come in handy. Great chapter. Looking forward to this new adventure in the search for Helen. All best. Ulla:))
reply by the author on 17-Dec-2019
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Hi Tony, yeah, I can believe that in that part of the world they leave a car with International foreigners well alone. Bowing to authorities and all that.
And the peacock man, I'm sure will come in handy. Great chapter. Looking forward to this new adventure in the search for Helen. All best. Ulla:))
Comment Written 16-Dec-2019
reply by the author on 17-Dec-2019
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Thanks, Ulla. I appreciate your comments and the sixth star. All good wishes, Tony
Comment from Mistydawn
So their Journey continues again. I hope being locked away in a trunk doesn't bring back some bad memories, more nightmares. The chapter is well-written, interesting. Your dialogue seems realistic and your characters really come to life.
reply by the author on 17-Dec-2019
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So their Journey continues again. I hope being locked away in a trunk doesn't bring back some bad memories, more nightmares. The chapter is well-written, interesting. Your dialogue seems realistic and your characters really come to life.
Comment Written 16-Dec-2019
reply by the author on 17-Dec-2019
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Thanks, Misty. I appreciate your comments and support. All good wishes, Tony
Comment from Pantygynt
Kayla's reaction to the banter is certainly typical of the modern woman. I would have thought that the boot of the car would be the first place even the the most lax border guard would look, but we shall see what we shall see.
I remember the friend with whom I stayed in Sri Lanka used to liven up papaya with a squeeze of lime and apparently they are not the same fruit. Lime certainly livens up the more delicately tasting fruits of the Far East.
reply by the author on 17-Dec-2019
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Kayla's reaction to the banter is certainly typical of the modern woman. I would have thought that the boot of the car would be the first place even the the most lax border guard would look, but we shall see what we shall see.
I remember the friend with whom I stayed in Sri Lanka used to liven up papaya with a squeeze of lime and apparently they are not the same fruit. Lime certainly livens up the more delicately tasting fruits of the Far East.
Comment Written 16-Dec-2019
reply by the author on 17-Dec-2019
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Thanks, Jim. I appreciate your comments. Tony
Comment from estory
So we meet the man who arranged Charles' release from the prison. He could come in useful again; especially in this risky trip to the frontier after Helen with Charles hidden in the trunk of the car. I wouldn't risk it. Lively dialogue between the players moves this along but there is a lull in the action here for a couple of chapters and i'm waiting for the tempo to go back up again estory
reply by the author on 17-Dec-2019
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So we meet the man who arranged Charles' release from the prison. He could come in useful again; especially in this risky trip to the frontier after Helen with Charles hidden in the trunk of the car. I wouldn't risk it. Lively dialogue between the players moves this along but there is a lull in the action here for a couple of chapters and i'm waiting for the tempo to go back up again estory
Comment Written 16-Dec-2019
reply by the author on 17-Dec-2019
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Thanks for your comments. Appreciated, as always. I imagine it won't be long before the tempo rises. Charles seems intent on putting himself in untenable situations.
Comment from Sandra Stoner-Mitchell
Kayla is so natural, no fussing about with her. I'm glad that mystery about the peacock dressing gown man has been cleared up, and yes, he could still be useful to Charles when he goes to get his replacement passport and other papers. Now Charles is going to have a really rough, uncomfortable ride to try and find Helen. All the details are set in motion, and now we are off again. What trouble will this trip bring for our intrepid traveller? Lol. Well done again, my friend. :)) Sandra xx
reply by the author on 17-Dec-2019
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Kayla is so natural, no fussing about with her. I'm glad that mystery about the peacock dressing gown man has been cleared up, and yes, he could still be useful to Charles when he goes to get his replacement passport and other papers. Now Charles is going to have a really rough, uncomfortable ride to try and find Helen. All the details are set in motion, and now we are off again. What trouble will this trip bring for our intrepid traveller? Lol. Well done again, my friend. :)) Sandra xx
Comment Written 16-Dec-2019
reply by the author on 17-Dec-2019
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Thanks for your comments and support, Sandra. We're on the home straight now - I think! Delighted you thought this chapter a sixth star. All the best, Tony
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Your chapters are all first class and always deserve a six, Tony. It's my pleasure to read them. xx
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Your chapters are all first class and always deserve a six, Tony. It's my pleasure to read them. xx
Comment from LeannaP
I like the character of Khalid and kayla.
You write well.
It shows depth.
You write in a relatively decent way.
The chapters flowed smoothly throughout.
This was nicely written
reply by the author on 16-Dec-2019
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I like the character of Khalid and kayla.
You write well.
It shows depth.
You write in a relatively decent way.
The chapters flowed smoothly throughout.
This was nicely written
Comment Written 16-Dec-2019
reply by the author on 16-Dec-2019
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Thank you for your review and kind words, Leanna. Much appreciated. All good wishes, Tony
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You're welcome
Comment from JudyE
Goodness. Riding in the boot of a car and hoping to be smuggled across the border sounds very risky to me. I wouldn't make a good spy/enemy agent/whatever. lol
Just a minor comment:
Sir Abdul interrupted. "Mr Brandon and I have already met. On two occasions, actually." He put a protective arm around Genevieve's shoulder. "Haven't we, my dear?" - Have we met Genevieve before? If not, this is the first mention of her so perhaps it should be 'his wife's shoulder' at this point. Forgive me if I'm being thick.
Best wishes. I hope you're managing to stay cool.
Judy
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reply by the author on 16-Dec-2019
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Goodness. Riding in the boot of a car and hoping to be smuggled across the border sounds very risky to me. I wouldn't make a good spy/enemy agent/whatever. lol
Just a minor comment:
Sir Abdul interrupted. "Mr Brandon and I have already met. On two occasions, actually." He put a protective arm around Genevieve's shoulder. "Haven't we, my dear?" - Have we met Genevieve before? If not, this is the first mention of her so perhaps it should be 'his wife's shoulder' at this point. Forgive me if I'm being thick.
Best wishes. I hope you're managing to stay cool.
Judy
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Comment Written 15-Dec-2019
reply by the author on 16-Dec-2019
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I don't think I'd relish an hour in the boot of a car over unmade roads. The poor chap probably won't be in very good shape when he arrives!
Abdul introduced Genevieve to Charles when they passed each other on the stairs the day before. I'll see how obvious this is when I read the whole of the first draft and rearrange the chapter breaks.
I've been thinking of you over the past few days. Hope you are surviving the hot weather. Our turn tomorrow. Adelaide expects 40C plus for the next four days in a row. We're a few degrees cooler on the coast, but still quite hot enough! Even down here, we have 44C forecast for Friday. Sounds like a good opportunity to batton down the hatches and finish off this book!
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When it's a while between chapters, I forget stuff. That's my excuse anyway. lol We haven't got to 44 yet, thank goodness. I'm always pleased to be retired when/if the weather is foul and we don't have to go out.