This Time - That Time 3
Viewing comments for Chapter 6 "A Shock for the Suffragettes."Third book in the time travel trilogy
30 total reviews
Comment from Rachelle Allen
Another "Wowie zowie" from me!! I am reading these so fast because I get drawn in quickly and want to know what's going to happen. Your characters are so sympathetic and smart, bold and believable! Great job, yet again. And to weave fictitious characters into real-life events is no easy task, but you're doing it beautifully! Sorry to be repetitive, but I am LOVING this story!! xo
reply by the author on 08-Jun-2019
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Another "Wowie zowie" from me!! I am reading these so fast because I get drawn in quickly and want to know what's going to happen. Your characters are so sympathetic and smart, bold and believable! Great job, yet again. And to weave fictitious characters into real-life events is no easy task, but you're doing it beautifully! Sorry to be repetitive, but I am LOVING this story!! xo
Comment Written 08-Jun-2019
reply by the author on 08-Jun-2019
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Bless you, my friend. I have a lot to thank Mastery for, he brought us together. I'm just thrilled you are enjoying my book, I'm always so nervous posting and waiting for the first reviews. I really appreciate you reading it. Sending another big hug. :)) Sandra xx
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HAHAHAHAH!!! I read between THOSE lines easily! And I agree one hundred percent. xo
Comment from tfawcus
My goodness! I'm three chapters in arrears - life's been a bit busy recently. Another superb chapter, Sandra. The excitement of the occasion and the drama come through strongly. I love the way you are using real life events as the basis of this compelling story.
Just one nit (I think!): All we've been shown so far is (are) everyday happenings.
Both forms can be correct, depending on the meaning, but since the 'all' here refers to more than one happening, I think the plural form is right. You might correctly say 'All is good' or something like that, when the 'all' refers to a single unit of wholeness, if you see what I mean!
reply by the author on 09-Oct-2018
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My goodness! I'm three chapters in arrears - life's been a bit busy recently. Another superb chapter, Sandra. The excitement of the occasion and the drama come through strongly. I love the way you are using real life events as the basis of this compelling story.
Just one nit (I think!): All we've been shown so far is (are) everyday happenings.
Both forms can be correct, depending on the meaning, but since the 'all' here refers to more than one happening, I think the plural form is right. You might correctly say 'All is good' or something like that, when the 'all' refers to a single unit of wholeness, if you see what I mean!
Comment Written 09-Oct-2018
reply by the author on 09-Oct-2018
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Thank you so much for the lovely 6 stars, Tony, for this part. I'm just sorry it's not paying out any more. You are so kind to award it one of your precious sixes. You are right about the 'is/are' and I've now corrected it on here and in my MS Word copy. Thank you so much for that. I'm so pleased you enjoyed this part.Thank you, my friend. :)) Sandra xxx
Comment from wordsfromsue
Sandra, this is SUCH a good chapter, flipping marvelous! I mean, really, if I didn't know you, I would write and tell you what a great chapter this was. So full of action, descriptive scenery and character movement..... horror over the girl getting trampled... just really good stuff on your part!!
Bravo!!
reply by the author on 01-Oct-2018
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Sandra, this is SUCH a good chapter, flipping marvelous! I mean, really, if I didn't know you, I would write and tell you what a great chapter this was. So full of action, descriptive scenery and character movement..... horror over the girl getting trampled... just really good stuff on your part!!
Bravo!!
Comment Written 30-Sep-2018
reply by the author on 01-Oct-2018
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Oh, thank you! I'm so glad you enjoyed it, Sue, and thank you for the lovely six stars too, that is like a cherry on top! I loved your review!! Sending you an extra big hug! :)) Sandra xxxx
Comment from GinnieD
The theme of women fighting for women's rights grabbed my attention so I dove into this post. The opening synopsis introduces the fact "Gladys" is a suffragette much to her husband's chagrin. That was a true-to-life occurrence. The fact he beats her, and their son, on any whim he has is also brought forth. Perhaps "book dating 1907" should be "book dated 1907"? Chapter 5 states "Gladys" is to tried for causing a disturbance. This was one of the many obstacles suffragettes faced. The gallantry of the horse races is introduced as a major social event, and a reason for wearing finery. The exception to this are "Veronica's" threads. The dialogue is believable for the era. The race is portrayed as an awesome adventure, even if the two ladies risked changing the course of history. Strong characterizations categorize the suffragettes and they are not going to be deterred from what they experienced in winning women's rights. The parallels of real life to the women in this story are well compared. The ending clarifies why "Gladys" was arrested. The follow-up of her trial should be attractive. No structural or grammatical errors noted. "Mary's" actions in laying in front of the horse demonstrated the extremes suffragettes were willing to go to for their cause.
reply by the author on 28-Sep-2018
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The theme of women fighting for women's rights grabbed my attention so I dove into this post. The opening synopsis introduces the fact "Gladys" is a suffragette much to her husband's chagrin. That was a true-to-life occurrence. The fact he beats her, and their son, on any whim he has is also brought forth. Perhaps "book dating 1907" should be "book dated 1907"? Chapter 5 states "Gladys" is to tried for causing a disturbance. This was one of the many obstacles suffragettes faced. The gallantry of the horse races is introduced as a major social event, and a reason for wearing finery. The exception to this are "Veronica's" threads. The dialogue is believable for the era. The race is portrayed as an awesome adventure, even if the two ladies risked changing the course of history. Strong characterizations categorize the suffragettes and they are not going to be deterred from what they experienced in winning women's rights. The parallels of real life to the women in this story are well compared. The ending clarifies why "Gladys" was arrested. The follow-up of her trial should be attractive. No structural or grammatical errors noted. "Mary's" actions in laying in front of the horse demonstrated the extremes suffragettes were willing to go to for their cause.
Comment Written 27-Sep-2018
reply by the author on 28-Sep-2018
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Thank you so much, Ginnie, for reading and reviewing this part. I'm delighted you enjoyed it. This is the 3rd and final book in the This Time-That Time, trilogy. Each had it's own complete story with the same main characters, Veronica and Mildred. I hope to see you again, my friend. I have taken a look at your profile and noticed you had joined us this month, so a big welcome! :) Sandra xx
Comment from lyenochka
Great job on this historical fiction! I only knew about suffragette movement from the Mary Poppins movie. You made history come alive and made it really fun to learn.
reply by the author on 28-Sep-2018
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Great job on this historical fiction! I only knew about suffragette movement from the Mary Poppins movie. You made history come alive and made it really fun to learn.
Comment Written 27-Sep-2018
reply by the author on 28-Sep-2018
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Thank you so much for your lovely review, Lyenochka, I really appreciate you coming along to read and review my story. I'm glad you enjoyed it. :)) Sandra xx
Comment from alexisleech
Another great chapter, Sandra. You described the events so well, I could visualise everything clearly in my head. No spag that I can see, only the fact that I doubt the banners would have a comma before the word 'Emily'' and purely read 'Congratulations Emily'
I can't wait for the next chapter!
Alexis xxx
reply by the author on 28-Sep-2018
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Another great chapter, Sandra. You described the events so well, I could visualise everything clearly in my head. No spag that I can see, only the fact that I doubt the banners would have a comma before the word 'Emily'' and purely read 'Congratulations Emily'
I can't wait for the next chapter!
Alexis xxx
Comment Written 27-Sep-2018
reply by the author on 28-Sep-2018
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Thank you so much, Alexis! What a lovely review, and a humongous hug for all the stars!! You are so kind, my friend. Big hugs. :)) Sandra xxx
Comment from Possummagic
What an amazing story and I'm sure there's more of that where it came from. You have a natural ability to put pen to paper and gives us the opinion that we are in the midst of your story, particularly because there's an invisible person already in the story. Well written. PM
reply by the author on 27-Sep-2018
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What an amazing story and I'm sure there's more of that where it came from. You have a natural ability to put pen to paper and gives us the opinion that we are in the midst of your story, particularly because there's an invisible person already in the story. Well written. PM
Comment Written 27-Sep-2018
reply by the author on 27-Sep-2018
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Hi, PM, thank you so much for your lovely review. Yes, loads more to come, these women won't remain silent. Thank you so much for joining me, I'd love it if you come again. Big hugs, :) Sandra x
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You are most welcome, I think I?ve had reviews from you too. PM
Comment from Air Spirit
I really enjoyed your story --- fascinating about time travel, and then to boot, about the women's suffrage movement... I, no doubt, would have been right in the thick of it, particularly with how women are still not treated as equals, and have to suffer decisions MEN make about their bodies, etc., etc. reading your notes, that this was actually based on a real event, makes the story that much more interesting.. your story was easy to read, held my interest, was about a fascinating subject, and involved time-travel, which are all EXCELLENT attributes of a good story... look forward to reading more in the future..
reply by the author on 26-Sep-2018
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I really enjoyed your story --- fascinating about time travel, and then to boot, about the women's suffrage movement... I, no doubt, would have been right in the thick of it, particularly with how women are still not treated as equals, and have to suffer decisions MEN make about their bodies, etc., etc. reading your notes, that this was actually based on a real event, makes the story that much more interesting.. your story was easy to read, held my interest, was about a fascinating subject, and involved time-travel, which are all EXCELLENT attributes of a good story... look forward to reading more in the future..
Comment Written 26-Sep-2018
reply by the author on 26-Sep-2018
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Thank you so much, Air Spirit, for this really lovely review. Your comments are so encouraging, and I really appreciated them. It would be so nice to have you on board. Thank you! :) Sandra xx
Comment from rspoet
Hello Sandra,
A splendid chapter combining fact with fiction, not an east thing to do.
The arrogance of the British upper class and men in particular is apparent in the story,
as it was real life. It wasn't til after the WWI that woman gained the right to vote and only those over thirty. I don't see much Veronica or Mildred can do about that.
Thus I suspect the story will go in a different direction.
Perhaps Gladys and Tommy will come to the fore.
Or if you really want to shake things up, have Mildred get a beau. lol
Oh Lordy, what do I do now?!
You carried this off quite well, my friend
Robert
reply by the author on 26-Sep-2018
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Hello Sandra,
A splendid chapter combining fact with fiction, not an east thing to do.
The arrogance of the British upper class and men in particular is apparent in the story,
as it was real life. It wasn't til after the WWI that woman gained the right to vote and only those over thirty. I don't see much Veronica or Mildred can do about that.
Thus I suspect the story will go in a different direction.
Perhaps Gladys and Tommy will come to the fore.
Or if you really want to shake things up, have Mildred get a beau. lol
Oh Lordy, what do I do now?!
You carried this off quite well, my friend
Robert
Comment Written 26-Sep-2018
reply by the author on 26-Sep-2018
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LOL! Robert, I am not going to fall for that trick, you will have to wait and see. One clue, you are getting warmer on one of your guesses. :)) Thank you so much for this fun review and for all those lovely stars, my friend. I'm so pleased you still like the story. Thanks a million for that wonderful review you put on Amazon, Robert, I only saw it yesterday. You've been so kind. Thank you. :) Sandra xxx
Comment from Pam (respa)
-A very good chapter that shows a drastic
element of the suffragette movement, Sandra.
-The story progresses well as the events
happen and are later relayed to the other women.
-You make the transition back to their time
very well; I like the description of what Mildred is wearing.
It's nice to see her get extra special attention.
-The scene after that is riveting as Mildred
insists on trying to help Emily, against
the protests from Ver.
-Unfortunately, there is nothing
she can do for Emily, but she
does go to Gladys to support her.
-The next scene at the hall is
also well done and intense.
-There is nothing that is going
to stop Gladys and the other
women from protesting at Downing St.
-It certainly doesn't seem to
bode well for Gladys being involved.
reply by the author on 26-Sep-2018
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-A very good chapter that shows a drastic
element of the suffragette movement, Sandra.
-The story progresses well as the events
happen and are later relayed to the other women.
-You make the transition back to their time
very well; I like the description of what Mildred is wearing.
It's nice to see her get extra special attention.
-The scene after that is riveting as Mildred
insists on trying to help Emily, against
the protests from Ver.
-Unfortunately, there is nothing
she can do for Emily, but she
does go to Gladys to support her.
-The next scene at the hall is
also well done and intense.
-There is nothing that is going
to stop Gladys and the other
women from protesting at Downing St.
-It certainly doesn't seem to
bode well for Gladys being involved.
Comment Written 26-Sep-2018
reply by the author on 26-Sep-2018
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Thank you so much, my dear friend, You are such an encouraging lady, I'd be lost without your support. Things will change soon, can't say what, you might tell that husband of yours! LOL, he does like guessing what's going to happen. Thank you for another six stars, Pam, I do so appreciate them and your reviews. Big hugs, my friend. it's 8:30 pm here. :)) Sandra xx
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You are very welcome and deserving, Sandra. I wouldn't want you to say what will change, as then it wouldn't be any fun! It is 7:42 a.m. here🙂