Comment from Rosemary Everson1

Excellent

Bessie and Margot discovered much in this chapter...it is surprising that years ago when there were Royals, things like this would happen. was it greed or just jealousy?

 Comment Written 04-Jul-2022

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reply by the author on 04-Jul-2022

I think it was both. I'm glad things have changed. Thank you so much for going back and catching up, Rosemary, I really appreciate it and your review. Warm hugs, my friend. :) Sandra xx

Comment from l.raven

Exceptional

Hi Sandra, I'm thinking for the sake of both of their lives...Miles and Meg might want to try eloping...and then disappearing until Margot and Bessie find out who the murderer is...or will be...seems they both had a very informable day/evening...

and we are now getting to know about everyone's dirty
laundry...could be anyone...but I still think the butler
knows something he's not telling...you know my amazing friend...that I'm so worried about...much like you...
hints that make you scratch your head...

this is one of your best sweet girl...a lot about all...
soooooooooo very well written you...but still not enough...

so now lets go to the party with Bessie...sending you healing love my beautiful friend...Linda xxoo

 Comment Written 03-Jul-2022

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reply by the author on 04-Jul-2022

When I realised you'd missed this part, I was going to email you to see if you were alright and not any worse. Then things went ape shape with me and it went out of my mind. I'm glad we are both back together, I like to know you are well. You do take on too much, but thats the kind person you are.
I'm so happy you enjoyed this chapter, my dear Linda, and a big hug for the sixth star. You alway manage to put a smile on my face, even when have face-ache! Stay well, and safe, dear friend. Love by the trunk load. :)) Sandra xxxx

reply by l.raven on 06-Jul-2022

Hi You, I have been so wrapped up
with my guest...I forget to do things I need to do...

he had a great time at Donatta's for the fourth...and she had sooooo much food...I
ended up making 13 pounds of potato salad...
he stood out with all the kids and they lit
fireworks...so I know he had fun...then him and his girlfriend talked on the phone half the night...

I am doing well...a few aches and pains...but nothing serious...still in therapy for my shoulder...

now get some rest...and Graham too...GET HEALTHY...love you so much...and bigger hugs back at you...smiling soooo big...Linda xxoo

do you get the pictures of your books in the library...Kristy only got the adult books...
I asked her about the kids books...and she forgot...but if she doesn't get them...I'll get them when I get there...xxoo

Comment from Judy Lawless

Exceptional

Another excellent and suspenseful chapter, Sandra. I'm sorry I'm so late getting to it. I heard today that you might not be up to writing more for a while. Sending good vibes for a speedy recovery. Hugs

 Comment Written 02-Jul-2022

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reply by the author on 02-Jul-2022

Hi Judy, thank you so much for reading this, I'm just sorry the payout has finished. I'm glad you enjoyed it, and thanks so much for the sixth star.
I've been really poorly, but am still managing to type. I was rushed to the hospital on Tuesday night because I couldn't breath. They put me immediately on oxygen for a few hours, and let me home after I begged and pleaded. I don't like being in hospital. It's been a struggle with my coughing, and I have broken a couple of ribs, it's so painful to cough. I'm on loads of medication, so I'm hopeful I'll be better soon. I just can't do anything at the moment without running out of breath, even getting out of bed is a struggle.

I already had tomorrows post written, and my hubby has gone over it and said he couldn't see any errors, but I think there might be. Thank you so much for your kind wishes for my recovery, that is so sweet of you. Love and hugs, Sandra xxx

reply by Judy Lawless on 02-Jul-2022

You are most welcome, Sandra. I didn?t want to fall so far behind that I wouldn?t keep up wth the story. We?re heading for home tomorrow so I might be late with the next review, but I?ll get to it.

I?m glad your hubby is taking good care of you. Best wishes for a speedy recovery. Hugs.

Comment from giraffmang

Excellent

Hi Sandra,

Very nice weaving of the characters motivations and machinations in this instalment, keeping the reader wondering who it could possibly be.

Nice work.
G

 Comment Written 01-Jul-2022

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reply by the author on 01-Jul-2022

You're all caught up, thank you so much, my friend. I have enjoyed reading your reviews and using the suggestion and correcting the errors. Thank you! :)) Sandra xxx

Comment from alexisleech

Exceptional

When I first started reading this wonderful book, I thought the person who murdered Meg was fairly obvious, but you have managed to prove me wrong in a spectacular way! With more suspects than an Agatha Christie novel, you have managed to cast doubt on so many characters, making the final reveal an eagerly awaited event for all your readers.
Well done, my friend - you've got us all guessing (yet again!) with this beautifully written chapter.

Alexis xxx

 Comment Written 29-Jun-2022

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reply by the author on 29-Jun-2022

Thank you so much, Alexis. It's fun having readers guess whodunnit! I'm so pleased you enjoyed this part. Thank you big time, for the golden star, dear friend. I really appreciate you taking time to read my book. Sending love and hugs. Sandra xx

Comment from rspoet

Exceptional

Hello Sandra,
It seems like there is a new suspect with every new chapter. At this rate, all of England will be suspects. LOL
The relationship of all the lords and ladies is getting a bit confusing. Perhaps its just the one week delay in each posting.
Poor Meg. It seems nearly everyone wants her dead. Hopefully Lucy won't be a new suspect too.
Underlying everything is Bessie's statement that Meg is not supposed to die at this time.
Well, well, another fine mess you've gotten us into, as Oliver Hardy used to say to Stan Laurel.
Well done.
Best wishes. Hope you're feeling better.
Robert

 Comment Written 28-Jun-2022

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reply by the author on 29-Jun-2022

Thank you, Robert, for another of your lovely reviews and the beautiful golden star. I've been thinking what would make a person murder someone who hadn't personally done them any wrong. These three examples show how easy it is to work yourself up into that mindset. It made me wonder if someone might be thinking that way towards me! Now we have a few plausable suspects, Bessie and Margot must work through the elimination process, which then will hopefully lead them to the true potential murderer. I've been up since 3:30 am, so I hope this makes sense!! Lol.
Thank again, my friend! :)) Warm hugs, Sandra. xx

Comment from Cindy Warren

Excellent

Meg and Bessie are coming up with more and more suspects. I guessed Miles' mother might be one of them, but not Gwendolyn's butler. Poor Miles, I think he has a few shocks coming.

 Comment Written 27-Jun-2022

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reply by the author on 28-Jun-2022

You're right, Miles is not going to be a happy chappie. Thank you so much, Cindy, I'm so pleased you are still enjoying my story. Warm hugs, my friend. :)) Sandra xxx

Comment from lyenochka

Excellent

It really helps to be invisible to be the best spy! Lol. I'm glad Bessie heard the confession of all the guilty parties. But there are so many viable suspects. How did Miles turn out to be such a gentleman, having such awful parents? I'm curious as to how all this incriminating evidence will be divulged to the people who need to know! Great job with this chapter!

 Comment Written 27-Jun-2022

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reply by the author on 28-Jun-2022

I'm guessing Miles is a throw back from some of his more respectable ancestors!! Lol. Thank you so much for this lovely review, Helen, I'm so pleased you enjoyed this one. Warm hugs, Sandra xx

reply by the author on 28-Jun-2022

Comment from Fleedleflump

Excellent

I really enjoyed this chapter, Sandra, and I didn't find any mistakes. Bessie's going on a whirlwind tour of angry people and possible suspects! You populated the pool of suspicion thoroughly with this chapter :-).

I very much enjoyed the read.

Mike

 Comment Written 27-Jun-2022

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reply by the author on 28-Jun-2022

Hi Mike, thank you so much for this lovely review. I'm glad you enjoyed it. So many people want to get rid of Meg, all for personal reasons that have nothing to do with the poor woman. Bessie and Margot have got to suss out which is the one that wants her dead the most. Thanks again, I really appreciate you reading and reviewing my story. Warm hugs, Sandra xx
Sorry for the late reply, I'm not feeling too good, just tested positive for Covid for the second time and I've had all my vaccinations!

reply by Fleedleflump on 28-Jun-2022

Ah, sorry to hear that. I hope it doesn't hit too hard. I'm also vaxxed up, but with my employer insisting on 2 days per week minimum working in the office in central London, I feel it's only a matter of time before I get unlucky!

I really enjoy your writing. If I ever manage to carve out some time, I'll go back and read from the beginning.

Mike

reply by the author on 28-Jun-2022

Aw thanks Mike. The very beginning is a bit on the 'sexy' side. I was worried about posting it, but it went down well with most.
I hope you don't catch it. It hasn't helped being asthmatic. We still have quite a few cases here in Southampton, so I've been careful, but obviously not careful enough. Keep the mask on!

Comment from estory

Excellent

The tension levels seem to be going up here, and the tangled possibilities of who is involved with ruining Miles and Meg and doing them in are growing. A nice sharp encounter at the end was well imagined and executed. We are really in the middle of all these scheming plotting personalities and trying to sort it all out. estory

 Comment Written 27-Jun-2022

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reply by the author on 28-Jun-2022

Thank you so much, estory, for another wonderful review!! You are always so encouraging and supportive, and I honestly do appreciate you. Have a lovely day, warm hugs, my friend. :)) Sandra xx