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Viewing comments for Chapter 39 "Moonraker Cottage"A Novel
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Comment from krys123
Cheers, Tony;
> It's at 9:20 PM Pacific standard Time here, Tony and I just loved, where Charles moved into. It's kind of reminded me of the hobbit houses built in the hillsides of the thier landscape. I see Charles' places having a thatched roof.
>So Bellini's arrested and Charles doesn't know whether to tell Helen that Jeanne was anchoring down with Bellini and at the same time smooching and scoochong with Jeanne. And probably for Jean's profit, and at least hoping that wasn't the case, especially if Helen found out. It would be a sticky wicket.
> Really enjoy this while I like how you develop the characters behaviors and their feelings. Especially when you going to thier past to determine what their thinking would be about and how they are going to think in the future. Almost like you feel you know the characters rationalizations.
> Thanks for sharing, Tony, and take care and have a good one.
Alx
reply by the author on 03-Feb-2019
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Cheers, Tony;
> It's at 9:20 PM Pacific standard Time here, Tony and I just loved, where Charles moved into. It's kind of reminded me of the hobbit houses built in the hillsides of the thier landscape. I see Charles' places having a thatched roof.
>So Bellini's arrested and Charles doesn't know whether to tell Helen that Jeanne was anchoring down with Bellini and at the same time smooching and scoochong with Jeanne. And probably for Jean's profit, and at least hoping that wasn't the case, especially if Helen found out. It would be a sticky wicket.
> Really enjoy this while I like how you develop the characters behaviors and their feelings. Especially when you going to thier past to determine what their thinking would be about and how they are going to think in the future. Almost like you feel you know the characters rationalizations.
> Thanks for sharing, Tony, and take care and have a good one.
Alx
Comment Written 03-Feb-2019
reply by the author on 03-Feb-2019
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Many thanks, Alx. I enjoyed reading your comments and very much appreciate your six star award. All the best to you and yours. Tony
Comment from WryWriter
I wish I could describe character environment as well as you. I am in awe when I read your work. The reader clearly sees where the character is and what is about him or her. Love this chapter!
Suggestions:
be(omit space) ...right into it."
Could that have been because of an anonymous tip-off by Jeanne,(?)(omit I wondered?)
The silhouette of a cat stalking her unseen prey unnerved me momentarily.
The silhouette of a cat stalking her unseen prey momentarily unnerved me.
reply by the author on 03-Feb-2019
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I wish I could describe character environment as well as you. I am in awe when I read your work. The reader clearly sees where the character is and what is about him or her. Love this chapter!
Suggestions:
be(omit space) ...right into it."
Could that have been because of an anonymous tip-off by Jeanne,(?)(omit I wondered?)
The silhouette of a cat stalking her unseen prey unnerved me momentarily.
The silhouette of a cat stalking her unseen prey momentarily unnerved me.
Comment Written 03-Feb-2019
reply by the author on 03-Feb-2019
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Thank you very much for the sixth star and for your encouraging comments. I appreciate your suggestions, too. Best wishes, Tony
Comment from Debbie Pope
I enjoyed the journey into the Druid's Woods. This chapter is a mood setter. I love the name Moonraker Cottage. I can only imagine the peacefulness of the place, in the spring at least. Makes me want to go back to England. Charles's reflections on the train help keep me on track with the plot. It can get confusing to me since a week or so passes between my readings. It's my memory. Your plot is complex, but not confusing.
Great chapter.
reply by the author on 02-Feb-2019
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I enjoyed the journey into the Druid's Woods. This chapter is a mood setter. I love the name Moonraker Cottage. I can only imagine the peacefulness of the place, in the spring at least. Makes me want to go back to England. Charles's reflections on the train help keep me on track with the plot. It can get confusing to me since a week or so passes between my readings. It's my memory. Your plot is complex, but not confusing.
Great chapter.
Comment Written 02-Feb-2019
reply by the author on 02-Feb-2019
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Many thanks, Debbie. I can understand how difficult it is to spread the reading of a novel out over so many months! Even I'm having to go back into earlier chapters from time to time to check on what's been happening! LOL
I chose Moonraker Cottage as the name because there is some interesting folklore attached to 'Moonraker' in Wiltshire. I might even include some of it in an upcoming chapter!
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I hope so. That sounds fascinating. I love folklore.
Comment from Christine C Autry
I enjoyed your story. The man on the train was really a rough guy. I know I have looked at other people that I didn't know what to think about them or was trying to figure him out. Thank you for your writing it was really good.
reply by the author on 02-Feb-2019
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I enjoyed your story. The man on the train was really a rough guy. I know I have looked at other people that I didn't know what to think about them or was trying to figure him out. Thank you for your writing it was really good.
Comment Written 02-Feb-2019
reply by the author on 02-Feb-2019
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Thanks, Christine. I appreciate your review and comments. Best wishes, Tony
Comment from barbara.wilkey
I really do enjoy reading your writing. It's some of the best on this site. I do like this story and I am sure Charles is peace and all is right with the world, right now, but I know it won't stay.
reply by the author on 02-Feb-2019
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I really do enjoy reading your writing. It's some of the best on this site. I do like this story and I am sure Charles is peace and all is right with the world, right now, but I know it won't stay.
Comment Written 02-Feb-2019
reply by the author on 02-Feb-2019
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You sure do a fellow's ego good with your lovely comments and shining stars! Thank you very much. Best wishes, Tony
Comment from Rhonda Skinner
This is a well-written chapter with some lovely descriptions. I also enjoyed the conversation on the train. I also liked the part about the silhouette of the cat stalking prey. Well done.
reply by the author on 02-Feb-2019
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This is a well-written chapter with some lovely descriptions. I also enjoyed the conversation on the train. I also liked the part about the silhouette of the cat stalking prey. Well done.
Comment Written 02-Feb-2019
reply by the author on 02-Feb-2019
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Thank you very much, Rhonda, for your review and positive comments. Best wishes, Tony
Comment from Rob Caudle
well, Toni, this is another sterling piece of fiction. I thoroughly enjoyed every bit. I am a gushing fan your descriptions are world class and give the reader a perfect sense of place. You bring Charles right into my living room. You work is one of the pleasures in my week.
Rob
reply by the author on 02-Feb-2019
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well, Toni, this is another sterling piece of fiction. I thoroughly enjoyed every bit. I am a gushing fan your descriptions are world class and give the reader a perfect sense of place. You bring Charles right into my living room. You work is one of the pleasures in my week.
Rob
Comment Written 02-Feb-2019
reply by the author on 02-Feb-2019
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Thank you very much, Rob, for your review and enthusiastic comments. Much appreciated! Best wishes, Tony
Comment from Jackie Cotham
I really enjoyed this read. Although there wasn't as much action as I tend to prefer, there was an element of suspense that left me wanting to know the motive behind this mysterious diary. Your use of language creates vivid imagery, which is essential for any great read. I am interested to know how things will turn out.
reply by the author on 02-Feb-2019
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I really enjoyed this read. Although there wasn't as much action as I tend to prefer, there was an element of suspense that left me wanting to know the motive behind this mysterious diary. Your use of language creates vivid imagery, which is essential for any great read. I am interested to know how things will turn out.
Comment Written 02-Feb-2019
reply by the author on 02-Feb-2019
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Thanks, Jackie. I appreciate your comments. Glad you enjoyed it, even though the action here is a bit slow.
Comment from lyenochka
Loved all your descriptions, Tony, especially the train scene with the cyberspace bubbles and the brief interaction with Mr. Musical Hedgehog. He does seem to impart a bit of relationship knowledge about how to "play her music." Glad Charles can rest a bit.
reply by the author on 02-Feb-2019
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Loved all your descriptions, Tony, especially the train scene with the cyberspace bubbles and the brief interaction with Mr. Musical Hedgehog. He does seem to impart a bit of relationship knowledge about how to "play her music." Glad Charles can rest a bit.
Comment Written 02-Feb-2019
reply by the author on 02-Feb-2019
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Thanks, Helen. Charles deserves a bit of R&R, but I?m not sure how long it will last!
Comment from Tootsie55
Another interesting chapter. Enjoying your insights into English countryside as well. Lots of new vocab for me to study in here. You like the bubble word in a couple of places cyber world bubble and Helen's notes in the journal.
New word for me...into a long valley or (dene.)
orison I have an American friend with that name. Have to ask him about it.
reply by the author on 02-Feb-2019
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Another interesting chapter. Enjoying your insights into English countryside as well. Lots of new vocab for me to study in here. You like the bubble word in a couple of places cyber world bubble and Helen's notes in the journal.
New word for me...into a long valley or (dene.)
orison I have an American friend with that name. Have to ask him about it.
Comment Written 02-Feb-2019
reply by the author on 02-Feb-2019
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Thanks for this supportive review. I?ll take another look at the second use of ?bubble ?. I may change one of them. I appreciate the heads-up.
Dene or Dean appears in quite a few English place names.