A bit harder than usual for Teazel and I struggled to get going.
Times Cryptic 29462
I struggled throughout and needed well over my target half-hour.
Times 29461 – A bit of Lord Peter?
A somewhat quirky offering this morning, slightly tougher than your average Monday
Quick Cryptic 3220 by Oink
A welcome puzzle from our piggy friend.
Mephisto 3414 – Nous for youse
As often happens, a Paul McKenna puzzle which is not particularly difficult but provided several hours of pleasure. A relatively high percentage of the answer words are not obscure, which helps the solver get enough crossing letters to finish off the more difficult clues.
Sunday Times Cryptic No 5201 by Robert Price — keep your eyes on the road, your hands upon the wheel
Some twisty turns here.
Quick Cryptic no 3219 by Shay
A nice puzzle by Shay, and a welcome relief after a tough week in QC-land.
Times Cryptic Jumbo No 1772 – 24th January
I enjoyed this Jumbo. It was mostly standard fare, but with a couple of chewy bits.
Times Cryptic 29454 – Sat, 31 Jan 2026. Take a second look!
This was a strange mix of hard and easy.
Times Cryptic 29459
A gentle end to a gentle week.