The French Letter
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Comment from HealingMuse
Hi TF,
Yet another intriguing and extremely well-written chapter you have penned, my friend.
I really like rhe paragraph describing the room, in contrast to the reason for the meeting, as you point up here:
"It was hard to believe what mayhem we were discussing in these civilised surroundings."
Thank you for a delightful read, TF.
Jan :-)
reply by the author on 15-Apr-2019
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Hi TF,
Yet another intriguing and extremely well-written chapter you have penned, my friend.
I really like rhe paragraph describing the room, in contrast to the reason for the meeting, as you point up here:
"It was hard to believe what mayhem we were discussing in these civilised surroundings."
Thank you for a delightful read, TF.
Jan :-)
Comment Written 14-Apr-2019
reply by the author on 15-Apr-2019
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Many thanks, Jan. Glad you're still enjoying it. I appreciate your support. Best wishes, Tony
Comment from giraffmang
Another great chapter, Tony.
Exuding charm and suavity, - love this description.
An antique French mantle clock above the fireplace struck the quarter hour with the delicacy of fairy bells. Autumn sunshine streamed through the window onto a vase of copper-coloured chrysanthemums turning them to gold. It was hard to believe what mayhem we were discussing in these civilised surroundings - this paragraph sums up a great juxtaposition.
reply by the author on 15-Apr-2019
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Another great chapter, Tony.
Exuding charm and suavity, - love this description.
An antique French mantle clock above the fireplace struck the quarter hour with the delicacy of fairy bells. Autumn sunshine streamed through the window onto a vase of copper-coloured chrysanthemums turning them to gold. It was hard to believe what mayhem we were discussing in these civilised surroundings - this paragraph sums up a great juxtaposition.
Comment Written 14-Apr-2019
reply by the author on 15-Apr-2019
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Thanks, G. I appreciate your supportive comments and the extra star. All the best, Tony
Comment from Sandra du Plessis
A very well-written chapter. It seems the secrets are being unwrapped one by one and surprising to say the least what kind of things kept secretly and why.
reply by the author on 15-Apr-2019
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A very well-written chapter. It seems the secrets are being unwrapped one by one and surprising to say the least what kind of things kept secretly and why.
Comment Written 14-Apr-2019
reply by the author on 15-Apr-2019
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Many thanks, Sandra. I appreciate your continued support. Best wishes, Tony
Comment from Jan Anderegg
Ah, another good chapter and one that advances the plot and begins to answer some questions I had from reading a previous chapter.
I enjoyed the dialogue in this chapter. It felt natural and real, while the subject material was certainly controversial. I enjoyed the analogy using the Hydra.
He took a sip of coffee and nibbled the edge of a macaroon, dusting the crumbs from his trousers before continuing, "Of course, as long as we can be assured that you are working for us, we will do our utmost to protect you and to ensure that never happens."
Nothing wrong with this section. I just wanted to highlight it to say what excellent writing it is. You show us what is happening, and give a clear picture as to the demeanour of the person at the same time.
Very well written
Jan
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reply by the author on 16-Apr-2019
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Ah, another good chapter and one that advances the plot and begins to answer some questions I had from reading a previous chapter.
I enjoyed the dialogue in this chapter. It felt natural and real, while the subject material was certainly controversial. I enjoyed the analogy using the Hydra.
He took a sip of coffee and nibbled the edge of a macaroon, dusting the crumbs from his trousers before continuing, "Of course, as long as we can be assured that you are working for us, we will do our utmost to protect you and to ensure that never happens."
Nothing wrong with this section. I just wanted to highlight it to say what excellent writing it is. You show us what is happening, and give a clear picture as to the demeanour of the person at the same time.
Very well written
Jan
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Comment Written 14-Apr-2019
reply by the author on 16-Apr-2019
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Very many thanks, Jan. I appreciate your supportive comments. Best wishes, Tony
Comment from Ben Colder
Interesting, very British and charming. As strolling through the streets of Paris with the author's take of France, I recall my days as a an American soldier in Paris. Thanks you for the moment. I find nothing wrong with this story.
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reply by the author on 16-Apr-2019
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Interesting, very British and charming. As strolling through the streets of Paris with the author's take of France, I recall my days as a an American soldier in Paris. Thanks you for the moment. I find nothing wrong with this story.
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Comment Written 14-Apr-2019
reply by the author on 16-Apr-2019
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Very many thanks, Ben. I appreciate your supportive comments. Best wishes, Tony
Comment from Bill Pinder
This is an excellent chapter in your book about the British spy world. I like your use of blunt honesty In the conversation between the two men. I also appreciate the contrast between the elegant surroundings and the discussion of prison and terrorism. Your writing has a good feel of reality and flow to keep the readers interest.
Bill
reply by the author on 16-Apr-2019
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This is an excellent chapter in your book about the British spy world. I like your use of blunt honesty In the conversation between the two men. I also appreciate the contrast between the elegant surroundings and the discussion of prison and terrorism. Your writing has a good feel of reality and flow to keep the readers interest.
Bill
Comment Written 14-Apr-2019
reply by the author on 16-Apr-2019
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Very many thanks, Bill. I appreciate your supportive comments and the sixth star. Best wishes, Tony
Comment from Sandra Stoner-Mitchell
I don't think I like what's happening any more than Charles does. To have anything to do with Jeanne is quite unacceptable, and I'm sure Charles thinks so. But, no one has mentioned how Helen fits into all this. They might think Kayla is a sympathiser of the terrorist movement, but what of Helen? I don't think she is. Hmm, this is really a mystery, and at the moment I can't see a way out for Charles. Excellent post, Tony. Well done. :) Sandra xx
reply by the author on 18-Apr-2019
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I don't think I like what's happening any more than Charles does. To have anything to do with Jeanne is quite unacceptable, and I'm sure Charles thinks so. But, no one has mentioned how Helen fits into all this. They might think Kayla is a sympathiser of the terrorist movement, but what of Helen? I don't think she is. Hmm, this is really a mystery, and at the moment I can't see a way out for Charles. Excellent post, Tony. Well done. :) Sandra xx
Comment Written 14-Apr-2019
reply by the author on 18-Apr-2019
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I can't see a way out for Charles either at the moment! He seems to be his own worst enemy.Thanks very much for the sixth star! Happy Easter to you. Best wishes, Tony