Comment from Pearl Edwards

Excellent

Nicely handled scene Tony between Charles and the very tipsy Helen. Now we have two intriguing stories, one about Helen's family and Suzanne Gaudin. Great chapter Tony,
cheers,
valda

 Comment Written 06-Sep-2018

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reply by the author on 06-Sep-2018

Thanks, Valda. I appreciate your comments. Glad you're still enjoying it! All the best, Tony

Comment from Zue65

Excellent

This is the first time I have read this story and it showed promise of an interesting and not the ordinary mystery-romance story I have reviewed before. Thanks for sharing such an excellent plot and subject. I can't wait for the next post.

 Comment Written 05-Sep-2018

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reply by the author on 06-Sep-2018

I appreciate your positive comments and support, Nassus. Many thanks. All the best, Tony

Comment from Pam (respa)

Exceptional

-An excellent chapter, Tony, that reveals
many emotions, from the playful
effects of the alcohol with Helen,
and the rugby songs, to the more
serious issues at the end.
-In between you bring us back
to the letter and raise some interesting
questions about Suzanne Gaudin, and
the mystery about her and the letter.
-The last section of the chapter is
very good, and lets us see a whole
different side of Helen, and how
difficult her life had been.
-It might explain why she
tends to be a bit on the playful
and suggestive side with Charles,
and why he finds himself wondering
exactly what it is she wants from him-
what her motives are.

 Comment Written 05-Sep-2018

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reply by the author on 05-Sep-2018

Thanks, Pam. I'm beginning to get a clearer idea of the plot structure now. Thanks so much for your help and encouragement! Tony

reply by Pam (respa) on 06-Sep-2018

You are very welcome, Tony. Glad to hear the plot structure is coming along. You are doing a great job with the story.

Comment from rspoet

Exceptional

Hello Tony,
Charles is such a nice guy. Of course those alarm bells
are a good reason for caution.
Helen's character is becoming more complicated with each chapter.
It'll be interesting to see how you weave all the plot strands together.
Very well written, with excellent dialogue.
I'm enjoying the mystery.
Robert

 Comment Written 05-Sep-2018

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reply by the author on 05-Sep-2018

Thanks, Robert. I've spent a bit of time recently mapping out possible plot structures to bring all of this together! I hope it works! Thanks very much for your encouragement and support. Best wishes, Tony

Comment from RGstar

Excellent

An aristocratic write, and good that you maintain the standard, or affluent undertones, not in showing the author's preference, but maintaining the legitimacy of the story. Bravo.

Nicely done.
Coming along fine.
Best wishes.
RG

 Comment Written 05-Sep-2018

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reply by the author on 05-Sep-2018

Many thanks, Roy. Congratulations on your placing with The Beauty of a Rose. Well deserved. All the best, Tony

Comment from apky

Exceptional

One of the things I adore and enjoy about this story is how sensitive Charles can be - a gentleman to the marrow. But I guess those were still the days of... shall we say remnants of chivalry ... even in Paris. Or especially in Paris.

I'm glad I caught this delightful chapter right after the previous chapter, so that I could piece them together well. Just the amazing read for my romantic-inclined heart.

I think I have to bookmark this so I get it in my inbox regularly.

 Comment Written 05-Sep-2018

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reply by the author on 05-Sep-2018

Many thanks for your continued support, apky, and for your encouragement. Very much appreciated. Thanks, too, for the six-star award. All the best, Tony

Comment from Gloria ....

Excellent

Ha, don't you love it when you're right? Excellent choice as nothing other than the sofa bed would ever do under the circumstances.

Oh my this chapter played out wonderfully well. The back story and a chance for us to get a glimpse of the cultured handwriting, that reveals so much.

Very nicely written to how Helen is revealing the trauma of her family.

Great job, Tony. Can't wait for the next chapter.

Gloria

 Comment Written 04-Sep-2018

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reply by the author on 06-Sep-2018

Thanks, Gloria. Glad you are still enjoying it. All the best, Tony

Comment from Giddy Nielsen-Sweep

Excellent

Like the virgin sea bream my time has run out, Tony. I will not get to read anymore of your lovely poetry. (Like the virgin sturgeon that needs no urgen' ) LOL.. You have been a good friend while I have been here (since 2010) and I wish you the very best in the future. I do not intend to renew my membership though I have learnt much here and am grateful. Good luck and good health, Giddy

 Comment Written 03-Sep-2018

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reply by the author on 03-Sep-2018

I?ll be sorry to see you go, Giddy. All the very best for your future endeavours. Tony.

Comment from lyenochka

Excellent

Again beautifully written, Tony! You are really drawing us into your characters. On one hand, we're drawn to and attracted by the Helen character but like Charles, we're on guard not knowing how much to believe. Interesting background story that takes us into yet another world and culture!

 Comment Written 03-Sep-2018

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reply by the author on 06-Sep-2018

Thanks, Helen, for your positive comments about the character development. Much appreciated. Tony

Comment from heart of Lou

Excellent

Helen is a clever woman, and Charles had better be careful. He seems a bit careless, and easily swayed by her. She was plainly asking him to join him in the bed, but he had the sense to get her to sleep then go outside. He'll probably cave soon.

 Comment Written 03-Sep-2018

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reply by the author on 06-Sep-2018

Thanks for your comments, Lou. Charles may surprise us yet!