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Listener Crossword 4142: Noye by Samuel
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Is 12 across blessed with the correct clue? I've seen the same clue (31 across in this case) leading to a different answer on occasions, but I can only work out one single word answer which doesn't relate to the clue given in the online version.
Otherwise, plenty of time left for doing other things this weekend, and probably my quickest finish for a long time. An enjoyable romp, so thanks to Samuel.
Otherwise, plenty of time left for doing other things this weekend, and probably my quickest finish for a long time. An enjoyable romp, so thanks to Samuel.
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Goodness, I am almost in the Friday club! Well, two clues still to go and the dreaded end-game, but still. The p d'd very quickly as to what to do, as drb says. Yes, I wondered about the two identical clues for a while (is it a misprint?) but all came clear. It's 13ac that is flummoxing me, so continue tomorrow, I think.
All the entries in straight lines, not having to cold-solve everything before starting to fill the grid, half done on the train without access to a dictionary, not having to rub out 2/3 of what's filled in to produce the form to submit..... I had to pinch myself (as, indeed, I had to over 12 across). Good fun, though.
I agree this was a fairly easy one (except the wordplay for 43a took me a lonnnnng time to figure out). I don't quite understand how the 'single explaining word' is 'explaining' - except perhaps as it relates to the title. Seems like the 2-word warning is more 'explaining' with respect to the suffering of the across answers and down clues.
All the same, it was a lovely touch and undoubtedly submitted to the Listener long before we had Mash's a month ago - that's just the bad luck for compilers isn't it - like submitting one that has taken months then seeing the same theme appear days later.
I don't think it diminishes the magic of that double clue much.
I don't think it diminishes the magic of that double clue much.
Hi All.
I'm puzzled by 12a (especially knowing, as I do now, we have been given a doubled clue) and also by 22d - no words are viable in my copy of BRB - and 42a. Also, I have failed in realising how clue 43's wordplay works - however, I realise my answer is fine. I can see a 'word' which includes barred-off cells, which I may shade in anyway regardless of one small issue (I see a link, of course); however nine more cells require shading?? Help! Perhaps I'll feel more able when I've poured myself a nice cuppa. In any case, Samuel, a wonderful enigma for us!
Merci beaucoup!
I'm puzzled by 12a (especially knowing, as I do now, we have been given a doubled clue) and also by 22d - no words are viable in my copy of BRB - and 42a. Also, I have failed in realising how clue 43's wordplay works - however, I realise my answer is fine. I can see a 'word' which includes barred-off cells, which I may shade in anyway regardless of one small issue (I see a link, of course); however nine more cells require shading?? Help! Perhaps I'll feel more able when I've poured myself a nice cuppa. In any case, Samuel, a wonderful enigma for us!
Merci beaucoup!
.. no it doesn't, it's just really rotten luck for Samuel - I was just reflecting on the fact that it would have had more impact for me had I not just seen it done.
And apologies, I'm forgetting my manners - thanks to all who were kind enough to encourage me back here, and belated good wishes to Mrs. Z.
And apologies, I'm forgetting my manners - thanks to all who were kind enough to encourage me back here, and belated good wishes to Mrs. Z.
Hi Rogue-Elfe, it looks like your couple of messages slipped in before my earlier '...' response which was intended to follow Ruthrobin's.
In response to yours, you are not alone, and I think you'll find that Ruthrobin and Midazolam (at least) also subscribe - in fact M has been blowing the Magpie trumpet for some time, and that's what prompted me to subscribe.
And yes, I have had a puzzle published in the past, though it's even harder work than solving so not to be recommended for the faint-hearted :(
In response to yours, you are not alone, and I think you'll find that Ruthrobin and Midazolam (at least) also subscribe - in fact M has been blowing the Magpie trumpet for some time, and that's what prompted me to subscribe.
And yes, I have had a puzzle published in the past, though it's even harder work than solving so not to be recommended for the faint-hearted :(
I know what you mean, CluelessJoe. I found Mark and Simon were helpful in modifying clues in my premier offering 'Always' (receiving a '?' grade) which may have been lacking in coherence in some places; however maybe I had help because I was a new face on the scene - and such aid would only be given once! Which was yours - your pen-name, and issue? (I have one more reason for asking, being fully genuine - I am missing a couple of magazines before Magpie was put online - I believe several issues ended up in my old address's mailbox - I wonder if anyone may be willing enough in scanning and e-mailing any 'gaps' over please? If so, I'd be very happy indeed, since I am fairly OCD-ish where gaps are concerned. (Hey - gap: Magpie, check Bradford's!)). 'Merci' once again.
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