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Comment from Adri7enne
You're still working your way through this story. And it look like Charles is about to propose to Helen, if he can find a cheap enough ring. Lol! I'm questioning the strength of his love. He's certainly not being swept away by it. Chapter 81. Wow! Big job. Good luck with such a monumental work.
reply by the author on 29-Aug-2019
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You're still working your way through this story. And it look like Charles is about to propose to Helen, if he can find a cheap enough ring. Lol! I'm questioning the strength of his love. He's certainly not being swept away by it. Chapter 81. Wow! Big job. Good luck with such a monumental work.
Comment Written 27-Aug-2019
reply by the author on 29-Aug-2019
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Thanks for dropping back in here, Adrienne. The ?wedding? is just a subterfuge to keep them out of trouble with the Islamic morality codes. Living in sin in Pakistan can be dangerous. All good wishes, Tony.
Comment from rspoet
Hello Tony,
Another excellent chapter that establishes the chaos and frenetic, seedy madness of the city and Liberty Market. It seems well-traveled Charles is no match for the local entrepreneurs. We've clearly entered a different world where Helen will likely prove to be of great importance.
It should be interesting to see what kind of salwar kameez Helen will buy. No doubt it will be a shocker.
Well done
Robert
reply by the author on 26-Aug-2019
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Hello Tony,
Another excellent chapter that establishes the chaos and frenetic, seedy madness of the city and Liberty Market. It seems well-traveled Charles is no match for the local entrepreneurs. We've clearly entered a different world where Helen will likely prove to be of great importance.
It should be interesting to see what kind of salwar kameez Helen will buy. No doubt it will be a shocker.
Well done
Robert
Comment Written 24-Aug-2019
reply by the author on 26-Aug-2019
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Thanks for yet another shiny six. The subcontinent seems to be a dangerous place. I hope they manage to get to Chitral in one piece - and maybe back again!
Comment from barkingdog
LOL He's not quite the bargainer Helen is. I bet the DID get taken on the rings.
I loved this description: 'Helen and I clutched each other and prayed as the taxi darted from lane to lane like a knight traversing a chessboard.'
Also the one about them bouncing around in the cab in similar fashion to their previous airplane experience.
Nice use of humor to keep this going.
:) e
reply by the author on 24-Aug-2019
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LOL He's not quite the bargainer Helen is. I bet the DID get taken on the rings.
I loved this description: 'Helen and I clutched each other and prayed as the taxi darted from lane to lane like a knight traversing a chessboard.'
Also the one about them bouncing around in the cab in similar fashion to their previous airplane experience.
Nice use of humor to keep this going.
:) e
Comment Written 24-Aug-2019
reply by the author on 24-Aug-2019
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LOL I've no doubt he got taken for a mug! Thanks for your great comments and the sixth star. All the best, Tony
Comment from Katherine M. (k-11)
I jumped into this book at chapter 81. Despite the lack of context this resulted in, I found it easy and enjoyable to read. I was envious of the quality of your word usage, which brings the whole scene alive. Thanks for a good read.
reply by the author on 24-Aug-2019
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I jumped into this book at chapter 81. Despite the lack of context this resulted in, I found it easy and enjoyable to read. I was envious of the quality of your word usage, which brings the whole scene alive. Thanks for a good read.
Comment Written 23-Aug-2019
reply by the author on 24-Aug-2019
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I very much appreciate you dropping by to review this chapter at so late a stage in the story and your positive comments Thank you!
Comment from Pam (respa)
-A good chapter, Tony, that follows
nicely from the previous one.
-It sounds like a swanky hotel
with a "prison like facade!"
-You give us a good sense
of the area, people, and the food.
-We see Charles giving the beggars some
money while Helen is saying "ignore them."
-Of course, he agreed with her, and no harm done!
-The scene with the jeweler was done well,
and Charles finally made a bargain.
-After all of that, plus dinner,
Helen was still not available.
-Hopefully, she is just trying on more outfits!
reply by the author on 23-Aug-2019
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-A good chapter, Tony, that follows
nicely from the previous one.
-It sounds like a swanky hotel
with a "prison like facade!"
-You give us a good sense
of the area, people, and the food.
-We see Charles giving the beggars some
money while Helen is saying "ignore them."
-Of course, he agreed with her, and no harm done!
-The scene with the jeweler was done well,
and Charles finally made a bargain.
-After all of that, plus dinner,
Helen was still not available.
-Hopefully, she is just trying on more outfits!
Comment Written 23-Aug-2019
reply by the author on 23-Aug-2019
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Very many thanks for your kind comments, Pam, and for the sixth star. Much appreciated. Have a great weekend. Tony
Comment from Ulla
Hi Tony, Again, you've written a fine chapter which I really enjoyed to read.
Helen seemed to be in her element, whereas, Charles seems to be well out of his element. As you know, I love the story. I'm away on holiday at the moment, but I still hope to be able to be on the site once in a while during the next three weeks. All best. Ulla:))
reply by the author on 23-Aug-2019
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Hi Tony, Again, you've written a fine chapter which I really enjoyed to read.
Helen seemed to be in her element, whereas, Charles seems to be well out of his element. As you know, I love the story. I'm away on holiday at the moment, but I still hope to be able to be on the site once in a while during the next three weeks. All best. Ulla:))
Comment Written 23-Aug-2019
reply by the author on 23-Aug-2019
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Very many thanks for dropping by to review this one whilst away on holiday. I hope you're having a good time. All good wishes, Tony
Comment from Gail Denham
Good chapter - lots of action - reasonable assumptions and good dialog. enjoyed this chapter. I forget what country they're in - Everything in this chapter makes sense.
reply by the author on 23-Aug-2019
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Good chapter - lots of action - reasonable assumptions and good dialog. enjoyed this chapter. I forget what country they're in - Everything in this chapter makes sense.
Comment Written 23-Aug-2019
reply by the author on 23-Aug-2019
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Thanks, Gail. It can be hard to keep track of these two! They're in Pakistan now. All good wishes, Tony
Comment from Ricky1024
"The Liberty Market"
Was well written rich in Theme and Imagery.
It read well and Flowed well with no Grammar issues as well.
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Adjective and Objective Contents were both Excellent and Exceptional while Descriptive Measures aligned perfectly.
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Good luck with this and have a great day.
Doctor Ricky 1024
reply by the author on 23-Aug-2019
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"The Liberty Market"
Was well written rich in Theme and Imagery.
It read well and Flowed well with no Grammar issues as well.
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Adjective and Objective Contents were both Excellent and Exceptional while Descriptive Measures aligned perfectly.
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Good luck with this and have a great day.
Doctor Ricky 1024
Comment Written 23-Aug-2019
reply by the author on 23-Aug-2019
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Thanks
Comment from Brenda Henderson
Good story as usual. Engaging narrative. I as m concerned about Helen though and surprised that our hero with the hole in his pocket didn't go out back looking for her. In such an exotic locale it is not beyond the realm of possibility that Helen might turn up missing. Well written.!
reply by the author on 22-Aug-2019
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Good story as usual. Engaging narrative. I as m concerned about Helen though and surprised that our hero with the hole in his pocket didn't go out back looking for her. In such an exotic locale it is not beyond the realm of possibility that Helen might turn up missing. Well written.!
Comment Written 22-Aug-2019
reply by the author on 22-Aug-2019
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Very many thanks for your review, Brenda. Appreciated. I suspect that Charles may not have been welcome in the fitting rooms at the back of the store! Perhaps I should have been more specific!
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You're welcome! :)
Comment from gudbjorg
This is such a fascinating story, well written with details that only one who had experienced life there would probably know-or at least, that's the impression one gets! I enjoy reading these episodes, each one becoming progressively more interesting as the author weaves his story with a broad choice of words and expressions. Keep it coming!
reply by the author on 22-Aug-2019
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This is such a fascinating story, well written with details that only one who had experienced life there would probably know-or at least, that's the impression one gets! I enjoy reading these episodes, each one becoming progressively more interesting as the author weaves his story with a broad choice of words and expressions. Keep it coming!
Comment Written 22-Aug-2019
reply by the author on 22-Aug-2019
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So glad to hear that you are enjoying this. I do appreciate your review and kind words. Thank you! All good wishes, Tony