The French Letter
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26 total reviews
Comment from Sandra Stoner-Mitchell
I'm back!! Well, you haven't been sitting on your backside doing nothing, have you?? Goodness me! I have some catching up to do. This was a great part, Tony. The descriptions of them digging out a tunnel to hide and survive in was extremely well done. I'm giving this, and probably the others, a virtual 6 because I want to give this weeks one a six. (having already glanced at it!!) I've so man stories to catch up on. Well done with this part, at least this way I get to read the next part straight away! :)) Sandra xxxx
reply by the author on 10-Nov-2019
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I'm back!! Well, you haven't been sitting on your backside doing nothing, have you?? Goodness me! I have some catching up to do. This was a great part, Tony. The descriptions of them digging out a tunnel to hide and survive in was extremely well done. I'm giving this, and probably the others, a virtual 6 because I want to give this weeks one a six. (having already glanced at it!!) I've so man stories to catch up on. Well done with this part, at least this way I get to read the next part straight away! :)) Sandra xxxx
Comment Written 10-Nov-2019
reply by the author on 10-Nov-2019
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Great to hear from you again, Sandra. I hope you had a thoroughly good holiday. I appreciate your generous comments about the descriptions here. All good wishes, Tony
Comment from Sankey
I can see some areas of highlighting over the fonts I have had that before probably needs correcting. Good chapter. Interesting geography and elements lesson as well.
reply by the author on 01-Nov-2019
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I can see some areas of highlighting over the fonts I have had that before probably needs correcting. Good chapter. Interesting geography and elements lesson as well.
Comment Written 31-Oct-2019
reply by the author on 01-Nov-2019
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Thanks, Geoffrey. I appreciate your review and comments. Someone else mentioned this highlighting problem. It doesn't show up on my computer or iPhone, so I"m not sure what to do about it. Best wishes, Tony
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Have a look in the fonts selection or colour either of font or background. It drove me nuts. I think I managed to get rid of it eventually.
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Thanks for that. I'll give it a go.
Comment from dejohnsrld (Debbie)
snowploughs (snowplows-at least in the US)
Blood swamped the flower as he slumped (floor--I hate bloody flowers)
small, straight branch, about six feet long. (maybe a thin straight branch--six feet doesn't sound small)
stop water dripping down onto us,(either the water dripping--if it is happening, or water from dripping -- if it hasn't yet)
reply by the author on 31-Oct-2019
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snowploughs (snowplows-at least in the US)
Blood swamped the flower as he slumped (floor--I hate bloody flowers)
small, straight branch, about six feet long. (maybe a thin straight branch--six feet doesn't sound small)
stop water dripping down onto us,(either the water dripping--if it is happening, or water from dripping -- if it hasn't yet)
Comment Written 31-Oct-2019
reply by the author on 31-Oct-2019
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Thanks, Debbie. I?ll consider those suggestions. I appreciate your close reading and input.
Comment from rspoet
Hello Tony,
An excellent chapter that puts the reality of the scene and the danger of the area and mission into sharp focus. One had to expect that people would die at some point in this "operation." At least Helen didn't lose her sense of humor.
The descriptions and the sense of unease and instability set the mood very well. RAF training comes in handy, even after many years.
Will be interesting to see how they get out of this mess.
Well done
Robert
reply by the author on 30-Oct-2019
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Hello Tony,
An excellent chapter that puts the reality of the scene and the danger of the area and mission into sharp focus. One had to expect that people would die at some point in this "operation." At least Helen didn't lose her sense of humor.
The descriptions and the sense of unease and instability set the mood very well. RAF training comes in handy, even after many years.
Will be interesting to see how they get out of this mess.
Well done
Robert
Comment Written 30-Oct-2019
reply by the author on 30-Oct-2019
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Thanks, Robert. Nothing like a bit of melodrama to liven things up. Now I?ve got to find a way out of this mess. Appreciate the extra star. All good wishes, Tony
Comment from Mastery
Hello my friend. I continue to enjoy your story each time I can read some of it. Your imagery continues to amaze, like:
"Shadowy figures stumbled here and there, scarcely visible in the whiteout conditions. Some were waving their arms, beckoning the traffic through."
And: " The windscreen shattered, and his head jerked back. I saw a hole above his left eye, surrounded by curled vestiges of skin like the petals of a wilted daisy. Blood swamped the flower as he slumped forward over the steering wheel."
Good stuff, my friend. :) Bob
reply by the author on 30-Oct-2019
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Hello my friend. I continue to enjoy your story each time I can read some of it. Your imagery continues to amaze, like:
"Shadowy figures stumbled here and there, scarcely visible in the whiteout conditions. Some were waving their arms, beckoning the traffic through."
And: " The windscreen shattered, and his head jerked back. I saw a hole above his left eye, surrounded by curled vestiges of skin like the petals of a wilted daisy. Blood swamped the flower as he slumped forward over the steering wheel."
Good stuff, my friend. :) Bob
Comment Written 30-Oct-2019
reply by the author on 30-Oct-2019
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Thanks, Bob. Good of you to drop by. I appreciate your comments and the sixth star. All good wishes, Tony.
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Same to you, my friend. :) Bob
Comment from lyenochka
Wow! What a scary chapter with all kinds of dangers attacking our poor Helen and Charles. Glad that Charles had all that RAF survival experience. (maybe a little biograhical?) I'm sure the Helen is quite impressed and hope her leg is okay.
reply by the author on 30-Oct-2019
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Wow! What a scary chapter with all kinds of dangers attacking our poor Helen and Charles. Glad that Charles had all that RAF survival experience. (maybe a little biograhical?) I'm sure the Helen is quite impressed and hope her leg is okay.
Comment Written 29-Oct-2019
reply by the author on 30-Oct-2019
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Thanks, Helen. You?re right. I did excavate a snow hole once. Not a very comfortable night! All the best, Tony.
Comment from Pam (respa)
-This was an excellent chapter, Tony, from start to finish.
-The descriptions were detailed and vivid.
-You involve us in the scenes in the tunnel and in the snow.
-There is good foreshadowing in the beginning
with Hassim's comments about driving conditions,
and Helen's observation about the tunnel being eerie.
-The scene with the minibus was most unfortunate,
but Helen and Charles managed to escape, and now they
have to deal with the icy cold wind and snow.
-This is written so well, I did not want to stop reading.
-Every minute counted before they would feel the
consequences of being out in this too long.
-Charles definitely had his wits about him,
and that RAF training certainly came in handy!
-I don't think Helen was too sure about the whole
process, but eventually, they were set for the
long night ahead, and possibly more.
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reply by the author on 30-Oct-2019
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-This was an excellent chapter, Tony, from start to finish.
-The descriptions were detailed and vivid.
-You involve us in the scenes in the tunnel and in the snow.
-There is good foreshadowing in the beginning
with Hassim's comments about driving conditions,
and Helen's observation about the tunnel being eerie.
-The scene with the minibus was most unfortunate,
but Helen and Charles managed to escape, and now they
have to deal with the icy cold wind and snow.
-This is written so well, I did not want to stop reading.
-Every minute counted before they would feel the
consequences of being out in this too long.
-Charles definitely had his wits about him,
and that RAF training certainly came in handy!
-I don't think Helen was too sure about the whole
process, but eventually, they were set for the
long night ahead, and possibly more.
[Glitterfy.com - *Glitter Photos*]
Comment Written 29-Oct-2019
reply by the author on 30-Oct-2019
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Thanks, Pam. Glad this chapter worked well for you. I was a bit uncertain about it. I appreciate the sixth star. All good wishes, Tony.
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You are very welcome and deserving, Tony. You did a great job with it.
Comment from Pearl Edwards
Hassim isn't very reassuring, just as well the tunnel was opened. Much drama in this chapter Tony, and Charles comes through with flying colours. Good on him.LOL
cheers.
valda
reply by the author on 29-Oct-2019
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Hassim isn't very reassuring, just as well the tunnel was opened. Much drama in this chapter Tony, and Charles comes through with flying colours. Good on him.LOL
cheers.
valda
Comment Written 29-Oct-2019
reply by the author on 29-Oct-2019
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Thanks, Valda. Poor Hassim doesn?t have a very large part in this tale.
Comment from AvL
Like the best of Hemingway's prose, this chunk of text by tfawcus engages the reader immediately in an intriguing plot. His diction is spot-on ... pellucid, I daresay; and the dialogue between our hero and Helen is eminently believable. The scene in which they collaborate to excavate a shelter-cave in the snow is especially well-done. Kudos!
AvL
reply by the author on 29-Oct-2019
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Like the best of Hemingway's prose, this chunk of text by tfawcus engages the reader immediately in an intriguing plot. His diction is spot-on ... pellucid, I daresay; and the dialogue between our hero and Helen is eminently believable. The scene in which they collaborate to excavate a shelter-cave in the snow is especially well-done. Kudos!
AvL
Comment Written 29-Oct-2019
reply by the author on 29-Oct-2019
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Very many thanks for this highly supportive and encouraging review, and for the sixth star. Much appreciated. Best wishes, Tony.
Comment from sunnilicious
Another great novel installment. You are well thought out. Clearly written as you're story is filled with many intricate details. Good presentation with synopsis from last installment. Also, good character reference list. Good flow of storytelling. Great narration. Good dialogue. Nice work :)
reply by the author on 29-Oct-2019
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Another great novel installment. You are well thought out. Clearly written as you're story is filled with many intricate details. Good presentation with synopsis from last installment. Also, good character reference list. Good flow of storytelling. Great narration. Good dialogue. Nice work :)
Comment Written 28-Oct-2019
reply by the author on 29-Oct-2019
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Thanks for another most encouraging review. Delighted that you thought this chapter worth a sixth star. Best wishes, Tony