Toughie No 1658 by Shamus
How’s Your French?
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BD Rating – Difficulty **** – Enjoyment ****
I thought this was another worthwhile solve. There weren’t too many giveaways but I managed to maintain steady progress until the end (although I took some time to work out 1 across).… Continue reading
Sunday Telegraph Cryptic No 2860
A full review by crypticsue
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This puzzle was published on Sunday 7th August
BD Rating – Difficulty ** – Enjoyment ****
Another superb crossword – this one had everything – lurkers, a typical Virgilius clue which I marked as my favourite (15d), some splendid d’oh moments (including my runner up, 23d) and even a “I bet Brian won’t like this” – what more could a solver and blogger ask for on a Sunday morning?
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Daily Telegraph Cryptic No 28196
Hints and tips by Falcon
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BD Rating – Difficulty ** / *** – Enjoyment ***
Greetings from Ottawa where we have been — according to one’s outlook — either enjoying or suffering through a hot, dry, sunny summer. I place myself firmly in the former camp.… Continue reading