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Palaver by lyenochka
Chapter 213 of the book Word for That

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Dear Helen, at least this was the word that I had heard before with the meaning probably of the uncle John kind.
( The type of palaver that could kill a cadaver )
I found it most educational to learn the etymology of this word and about John Elliot's work in translating all of the king James Bible into Algonquin !
This probably explains why all of the Algonquin tribes were allies to the British, in the French and Indian wars two centuries latter,

Comment Written by Suzanna Ray on 27-Nov-2020

Squires and Mermaids by lancellot
Chapter 25 of the book Another Life

Excellent

Dear lancellot, The purpose of your title was made clear as this story progressed. What bothers me most is that Paul has chosen to spend his money on a house, and he is soon to be sent away to do the Duke's bidding. What then can Crista do, except carry a note of permission; that can be taken away from her in a flash, and leave her helpless and enslaved to another. Or have you another twist in mind?

Comment Written by Suzanna Ray on 27-Nov-2020

Spiritual Fruit by lyenochka

Excellent

Dear Helen, Thank you for reminding All of us here on FanStory, what the most important things to be thankful for, really are!
The spiritual gifts that you have listed, and those that we strive to perfect, are truly what we need to be thankful for!

Comment Written by Suzanna Ray on 26-Nov-2020

The Gulag by Iza Deleanu
Chapter 68 of the book The Corona saga

Excellent

Dear Iza, you have now been COVIDLY promised another year or two of watching sappy Christmas movies. (smile)
This is an excellent, clearly written essay, but there is one part that I do not understand!
The last 11 words of this post, makes no sense to me.
Would you be so kind as to write me to explain?

Comment Written by Suzanna Ray on 26-Nov-2020

Chapter 1: Part 2 of A Genius's by Lisa Wharton
Chapter 2 of the book A Genius' Assistant

Excellent

Dear Lisa, because I did not review your earlier chapters I wanted to know if you gave any biographical information about your Chinese American risk taking woman.
It would be user friendly for your readers, to know how to pronounce her name. Could you make this a part of your Author's notes?

Comment Written by Suzanna Ray on 26-Nov-2020

The Empty Holster--Part 2 of 3 by humpwhistle

Excellent

Dear Humpwhistle, I marvel at the skill with which you can write dialogue. I can hardly wait for the next chapter to see what kind of language Frank uses.
As a Louisiana card shark, he must have developed some sort of southern dialect.

Comment Written by Suzanna Ray on 26-Nov-2020

Dead Duck Wallpaper by Mary Vigasin

Excellent

Dear Mary, This is the second of your stories that I have reviewed this morning. I am delighted and surprised to see the range of the subjects you choose to write about.
I am quite surprised that you have let your dead ducks remain upon your wall for all these years. (smile)

Comment Written by Suzanna Ray on 26-Nov-2020

Prayers Answered by AnnieDawn

Excellent

Dear Anne, this is a wonderful heartfelt autobiographical story. I am so glad that your son enjoyed a normal life because someone was observant and compassionate and helpful. You were truly blessed. Thank you for sharing your story.

Comment Written by Suzanna Ray on 26-Nov-2020

Birds and Blooms

Excellent

Dear Author, if you are already published I would buy one of your books in a moment. This is a truly romantic story, with believable characters and a very good start to a relationship, that one day will make another very good novel.

Comment Written by Suzanna Ray on 26-Nov-2020
Read and reviewed with blinders on.

Ghosts of Thanksgiving Past by Mary Vigasin

Excellent

Dear Mary, thank you so much for sharing these Thanksgiving wishes, particularly for those FanStorians who may be eating alone this most peculiar COVID given Thanksgiving day. So very thoughtful of you.!

Comment Written by Suzanna Ray on 26-Nov-2020