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Along the Jericho Road

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Murder Mystery

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Comment from InterestingRon
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Hi Bev,
We are going to need Sherlock Holmes to sort this mystery out. What an intriguing plot!
Very well written - as always. And with some stunning artwork.
Well done.
Ron xox

 Comment Written 25-Jan-2014


reply by the author on 25-Jan-2014
    Yes, don't you just love that picture by donkeyoatey. It's fantastic! And thank you for stopping in to review, my friend. Sherlock Holmes, indeed... Hugs, Bev
Comment from barkingdog
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Excellent building of plot with leaving us to wonder what connection the Polaroids have with Jana. A relative perhaps?
Lots of infighting going on--always adds to the drama.
Keep going. This is great.

 Comment Written 25-Jan-2014


reply by the author on 25-Jan-2014
    Hi, Ellen. I'm always pleased when I know you've enjoyed a chapter. Thank you, my friend, for your gracious and generous support. Hugs, Bev
Comment from seaglass
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This is a well written chapter and the descriptive writing makes the scene visual to the reader. The scraping between the detectives is realistic as boundary bumping are always part of every job. I do not know the plot so maybe these two always do this. This is, I'm sure a very good book.

 Comment Written 25-Jan-2014


reply by the author on 25-Jan-2014
    Hi, Seaglass. I really appreciate your reading my chapter and your excellent insights. Thank you much for stopping by! Warm regards, Bev
reply by seaglass on 25-Jan-2014
    Your are welcome.
Comment from Roxanna Andrews
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Another great chapter and a few more pieces to the puzzle, but I am more puzzled than ever. Guess I'll have to wait to the end to see who is doing all this. Not so sure it is Pearce. Well done. Rox

 Comment Written 25-Jan-2014


reply by the author on 25-Jan-2014
    Thank you much, Rox. I really appreciate the encourgagement and support. Hugs, Bev
Comment from Cumbrianlass
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What can I say, my dear Bev? Another remarkable chapter by a remarkable writer. So real - the atmosphere is authentic, the interaction spot on. I only wish I had a wee gold nugget still in my purse, but I'm all spent up this week!

Did you know your son was a monster...? - Wow. What a line. I got the chills. How many times, in reality, might this have been asked of an unsuspecting mother?

Agent Stredwick glared at the Sheriff, his face rigid with rage. "I don't need to be told how to do my work, Sheriff Oleson. - I wonder if 'job' might sound better than 'work'. Just a thought! It seems more natural off the tongue.

"Not necessary, Sir. Just doing all I can to put a soul()less - one word.


Truly a brilliant story - reminiscent of the exorcist and silence of the lambs.

Hope you're keeping warm!

Love and hugs,

Av

xx

 Comment Written 24-Jan-2014


reply by the author on 24-Jan-2014
    Hi, Av. I am honored by your wonderfully generous and encouraging review! Your words ARE gold to me. And I appreciate that bit of tweaking. Sometimes, I lose the forest for the tree LOL. I'm barely keeping warm. This weather is starting to get to me -- mostly just trying to get around with all the piled-up snow.

    Have a good weekend, my dear friend.

    Hugs, Bev
Comment from Aussie
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Tis awesome artwork. Great idea for the Rosary Room. Yes, Catholics revere the rosary and the Holy Mother. Excellent description of how Oleson felt at seeing the room and the objects. I am enjoying your story and I look forward to the next post.

 Comment Written 24-Jan-2014


reply by the author on 24-Jan-2014
    Thanks so much, Kay. I love that picture, too. Used it quite a few times, and I never tire of the great graphics. Have a good weekend, my friend.

    Hugs, Bev
reply by Aussie on 24-Jan-2014
    It is Australia Day on 26th - I don't celebrate it but many have a great time and immigrants get their citizenship papers too. Love, Kay.
reply by the author on 24-Jan-2014
    That sounds a bit like our Fourth of July. It helps that our holiday comes during warm weather, though.
reply by Aussie on 24-Jan-2014
    We are in the middle of a severe drought and heatwave - 65% of Queensland is drought-declared - next step is shooting the stock.
reply by the author on 24-Jan-2014
    That's dreadful, Kay. I had no idea. Heart-breaking to think of having to kill the animals. I sincerely hope that doesn't become necessary.
reply by Aussie on 26-Jan-2014
    The cattle can't survive on dust - there is no grass and the cattlemen have to feed by hand - Lucerne hay is too expensive. I can see a time coming when our men will walk off the land. Hugs XX
reply by the author on 26-Jan-2014
    That's so sad, Kay. Events that will have serious repercussion for ALL of us. I hope that doesn't become necessary.

    XX Bev
Comment from lindalcreel
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I've been catching bits and pieces of this story, but really need to go back to the beginning so I can have a better sense of the characters. The plot is easy to understand, and I'm happy that you included the cast in the author's notes. This was well-written and allowed the reader to follow easily, and look forward to the next chapter. Thanks so much for sharing.

 Comment Written 24-Jan-2014


reply by the author on 24-Jan-2014
    Hi, Lindalcreel. Thank you so much for this very generous and encouraging review. I appreciate you taking time to read this chapter. Warmest regards, Bev
reply by lindalcreel on 24-Jan-2014
    My pleasure:)
Comment from barbara.wilkey
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What a horrible scene! You handled it very well and I like this story. I am sure Jana will not be happy about any of this. I can't wait for more.

 Comment Written 24-Jan-2014


reply by the author on 24-Jan-2014
    I'm tickled you found the description of the scene 'horrible'. Just what I was aiming for LOL. Thanks so much, Barbara. I appreciate your support and encouragement. Bev
Comment from Maureen's Pen
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Dear Bev, Oh boy now its just flowing like honey. Great dialogue Bev, this was as if I watched it before my eyes...great lines and impact and overall excellent writing my friend - Jana is going to have a hard time with those pictures....
Thanks for sharing it.
Maureen

 Comment Written 24-Jan-2014


reply by the author on 24-Jan-2014
    Thank you so much, Maureen. I'm glad you felt the chapter's flow - that's a welcome insights. Yes, they will be difficult for her to comprehend. Hugs, Bev
Comment from AprilShower
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Again, this is well written, Bev. It appears that the whole mystery will be solved soon. Wonder why Agent Stredwick has a drinking problem. He seems like a very prideful person. I'm anxious to find out how this ends.

April :o)

 Comment Written 24-Jan-2014


reply by the author on 24-Jan-2014
    I think prideful people often use pride as a cover for insecurity. That's how I see Agent Stredwick.

    Thanks for the very gracious and generous review, April. Your loyal following of this novel is very much appreciated.

    :0) Bev