The Aspen Grove Murders
Viewing comments for Chapter 31 "The Aspen Grove Murders #31"A Tommy Thompson Mystery
24 total reviews
Comment from Father Flaps
Hi Sally,
Well, you're keeping this shooting a huge secret. Nobody caught? Who is the shooter? Maybe someone that Farnsworth hired for FEE? Sounds like Hank is lucky to be alive. I should think Sally better be careful after intimidating FEE recently.
I liked the idea that Simon is taking on his mother's maiden name, so it will be Simon and Candace Cole. And Danny Cole, too.
In the last portion of the chapter, you've moved the story two seasons ahead, autumn and winter... Christmas is coming. It might be a nice present for Betty Jo to find Hank out of his coma, the next miracle.
Nicely penned!
Hugs,
Kimbob
reply by the author on 28-Jun-2023
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Hi Sally,
Well, you're keeping this shooting a huge secret. Nobody caught? Who is the shooter? Maybe someone that Farnsworth hired for FEE? Sounds like Hank is lucky to be alive. I should think Sally better be careful after intimidating FEE recently.
I liked the idea that Simon is taking on his mother's maiden name, so it will be Simon and Candace Cole. And Danny Cole, too.
In the last portion of the chapter, you've moved the story two seasons ahead, autumn and winter... Christmas is coming. It might be a nice present for Betty Jo to find Hank out of his coma, the next miracle.
Nicely penned!
Hugs,
Kimbob
Comment Written 25-Jun-2023
reply by the author on 28-Jun-2023
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Dear Kim, thank you for the lovely review and exceptional rating. Seeing stars here! Yes, you know I love to string my readers along at least for a chapter or two. You, sir, peeked at the Christmas list once again. You're very insightful!
Sending you my best today as always,
Sal :)) xo
Comment from Liz O'Neill
A nice connection with a poignant back story. An early forshadowing: "I promise to hold your hand through life, and never let you go--no matter what." "You are very versatile. You even know flight dialogue! This is a delicious simile: "It's like Mardi Gras in your mouth," the governor lauded. "Come on, let's get you situated and introduced to Louisiana cuisine." This smells like a strong
foreshadowing: "Functional footwear's important for a detective, as one never knows what a day will hold."
You pull us into a new plot. Great foreshadowing throughout. Ihave to give you another A+
reply by the author on 27-Jun-2023
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A nice connection with a poignant back story. An early forshadowing: "I promise to hold your hand through life, and never let you go--no matter what." "You are very versatile. You even know flight dialogue! This is a delicious simile: "It's like Mardi Gras in your mouth," the governor lauded. "Come on, let's get you situated and introduced to Louisiana cuisine." This smells like a strong
foreshadowing: "Functional footwear's important for a detective, as one never knows what a day will hold."
You pull us into a new plot. Great foreshadowing throughout. Ihave to give you another A+
Comment Written 22-Jun-2023
reply by the author on 27-Jun-2023
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Liz dear, thank you for the lovely review and generous super stars! An A+ from you is so pleasing! I'm glad you're enjoyed this book. Sending you my best today as always,
Sal XOs
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***Warm smiles***
Comment from BethShelby
Wow! Everyone seemed so happy and in love an then the unthinkable happens just as Betty Jo is getting her first impressions of life in Louisiana. Hank's injury is serious he is still in a coma it seems. I'm anxious to see what comes next.
reply by the author on 29-Jun-2023
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Wow! Everyone seemed so happy and in love an then the unthinkable happens just as Betty Jo is getting her first impressions of life in Louisiana. Hank's injury is serious he is still in a coma it seems. I'm anxious to see what comes next.
Comment Written 22-Jun-2023
reply by the author on 29-Jun-2023
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Thank you for the excellent review and insightful comments. Both mean so much. Sending you my best today as always,
Sal XOs
Comment from davisr (Rhonda)
Oh Sally, how very sad that Hank Riley was shot. The story ended last time with the ring and promise, and then it became Betty Jo's vigil by his side. That's one thing about your books. You never know what twists will come up.
I was really glad to see Candace and Simon show up to see the pitiful couple in the hospital.
Enjoy the rest of your week, Sweet Lady,
Hugs,
Rhonda
reply by the author on 21-Jun-2023
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Oh Sally, how very sad that Hank Riley was shot. The story ended last time with the ring and promise, and then it became Betty Jo's vigil by his side. That's one thing about your books. You never know what twists will come up.
I was really glad to see Candace and Simon show up to see the pitiful couple in the hospital.
Enjoy the rest of your week, Sweet Lady,
Hugs,
Rhonda
Comment Written 20-Jun-2023
reply by the author on 21-Jun-2023
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Rhonda dear, thank you for the lovely review and kind and generous stars! I?m honored and blessed, my friend. Thank you for encouraging me in my work. A few more chapters to go.
Sending you a hug as big as Texas!
Sal XOs
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You have me on the edge of my seat.
Comment from JSD
Wow! What a creation you have given us. Such complex yet eminently readable prose, the narrative driving on brilliantly. I love the sense of threat and risk contained herein.
reply by the author on 21-Jun-2023
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Wow! What a creation you have given us. Such complex yet eminently readable prose, the narrative driving on brilliantly. I love the sense of threat and risk contained herein.
Comment Written 20-Jun-2023
reply by the author on 21-Jun-2023
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John, thank you for the lovely review of my book chapter. I?m so glad you were able to join in, although late in this book. It means so much to me.
Sending along my very best to you and yours as always,
Sal :))
Comment from Wendy G
Everything was going super sweet until Hank's shooting which was very unexpected and very dramatic. I have to ask: what is a binkie? It's not a term I am familiar with. Well done.
Wendy
reply by the author on 21-Jun-2023
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Everything was going super sweet until Hank's shooting which was very unexpected and very dramatic. I have to ask: what is a binkie? It's not a term I am familiar with. Well done.
Wendy
Comment Written 20-Jun-2023
reply by the author on 21-Jun-2023
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Thank you so much for the lovely review. and the excellent rating. Both mean so much to me. Sending along my very best to you all,
Sally. XOs
Comment from lyenochka
Good to see Preston back! And of course, Nurse Debi Marquette!
In fact, hubby and I are listening to your first book via Audible and you're right the reader is excellent!
I'm so sad that Hank got shot. I wonder who did that. Guessing this is yet another hurdle for love and faith to conquer.
You may have already fixed this before I got to reviewing:
made it descent into (its)
reply by the author on 21-Jun-2023
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Good to see Preston back! And of course, Nurse Debi Marquette!
In fact, hubby and I are listening to your first book via Audible and you're right the reader is excellent!
I'm so sad that Hank got shot. I wonder who did that. Guessing this is yet another hurdle for love and faith to conquer.
You may have already fixed this before I got to reviewing:
made it descent into (its)
Comment Written 19-Jun-2023
reply by the author on 21-Jun-2023
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Thank you so much for the lovely review and kind stars. I?m glad you enjoyed my other characters dropping in on this book. Mostly, I love having you close to me.
Sending along my very best to you as always, Helen dear.
Sal XOs
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Comment from Cindy Warren
I don't know who shot him, but it's not hard to guess who shot him. I'm betting he'll get his miracle. He's going to wake up with Betty Jo beside him, and they're going to catch Fee's flunky.
reply by the author on 21-Jun-2023
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I don't know who shot him, but it's not hard to guess who shot him. I'm betting he'll get his miracle. He's going to wake up with Betty Jo beside him, and they're going to catch Fee's flunky.
Comment Written 19-Jun-2023
reply by the author on 21-Jun-2023
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Thank you for the lovely review and insight. Yeah they?ll catch him. eventually. I?m not worried about that. Thanks so much for stopping by though. It?ll take a while to get it all together. Fee?s a slippery one, you know, and has lots of connections.
Sending you my best today as always.
Sal XOs
Comment from Pearl Edwards
I noted that nurse Debi Marquette came to prayer, a nice touch Sally. A surprise (to me) with Hank's shooting. A great chapter with many different emotions portrayed. Enjoyed it.
Cheers
Valda
reply by the author on 21-Jun-2023
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I noted that nurse Debi Marquette came to prayer, a nice touch Sally. A surprise (to me) with Hank's shooting. A great chapter with many different emotions portrayed. Enjoyed it.
Cheers
Valda
Comment Written 19-Jun-2023
reply by the author on 21-Jun-2023
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Dear Valda,
Thank you so much for the lovely review of my book chapter. It means so much to me to have you close. I?m so glad you enjoyed it all. Sending you and yours my very best today as always, Sal XOs
Comment from Debi Pick Marquette
I love how you describe the beauty of the sky in the first paragraph.
And the newlyweds seem so happy.
How cool is it that Jackson is flying the plane, especially the cool landing.
Oooh binkie's must be universal. My kids each started off with a blanket and was a binkie in no time.
Lol, Jackson is pretty romantic too.
As you can see I am writing my review as I read and how cool that the newlyweds will be staying at the Governor's mansion and that they will have new names. And new looks obviously for their new identities.
OMGosh I am enjoying Betty and Hanks part and Oh No!! I did not see that this part coming with the shot. How awful and scary, but thank you God and Sally (wink wink)that he is still alive. And so sad that it went on for weeks. ... No, it's months. Oh no please let him be ok!
And wow, I am back!! Lol, I never saw that coming either!
I hate that it is so long w him in a coma but hopefully with everyone supporting Betty and caring so much, he can hear from his coma. So glad that the gov escorted the kids back.
Wow! What a chapter. Now I know what you meant this morning.
This was a very sad one but terrific, nonetheless. Totally enjoyed it and feel like I should be really praying for Hank. Lol.
Thanks Sal, as this was phenomenal. I loved it, even as sad as it was.
Awesome job, my sweet friend!
reply by the author on 21-Jun-2023
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I love how you describe the beauty of the sky in the first paragraph.
And the newlyweds seem so happy.
How cool is it that Jackson is flying the plane, especially the cool landing.
Oooh binkie's must be universal. My kids each started off with a blanket and was a binkie in no time.
Lol, Jackson is pretty romantic too.
As you can see I am writing my review as I read and how cool that the newlyweds will be staying at the Governor's mansion and that they will have new names. And new looks obviously for their new identities.
OMGosh I am enjoying Betty and Hanks part and Oh No!! I did not see that this part coming with the shot. How awful and scary, but thank you God and Sally (wink wink)that he is still alive. And so sad that it went on for weeks. ... No, it's months. Oh no please let him be ok!
And wow, I am back!! Lol, I never saw that coming either!
I hate that it is so long w him in a coma but hopefully with everyone supporting Betty and caring so much, he can hear from his coma. So glad that the gov escorted the kids back.
Wow! What a chapter. Now I know what you meant this morning.
This was a very sad one but terrific, nonetheless. Totally enjoyed it and feel like I should be really praying for Hank. Lol.
Thanks Sal, as this was phenomenal. I loved it, even as sad as it was.
Awesome job, my sweet friend!
Comment Written 19-Jun-2023
reply by the author on 21-Jun-2023
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Dear Devil, thank you so much for the fabulous review and generous stars, my friend! I can?t believe you were able to read and review this chapter. I hope you used your voice reader and didn?t strain your eyes, my friend. I?m am blessed as I always am and mostly to have you close. Sending you my best, and love and blessings always,
The Blind Detective et al, XOs 🕵🏻♀️💕
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Yes, Sweetie, I can be a bit of a devil. Lol... just kidding.
