Another well-composed puzzle. A smattering of crossword conventions to be noted – the kind that old-timers take for granted. The two long struts at 2 and 5 down are a big help if you can … Read more “Quick Cryptic 488 by Flamande”
Day: 20th January 2016
Times 26313 – an educational diversion
This puzzle has a rather different flavour I feel, with several answers gettable from wordplay or a vague “I think I’ve heard ‘of…”, but requiring some real GK to be sure. It took me about … Read more “Times 26313 – an educational diversion”
Quick Cryptic Number 487 by Teazel
An enjoyable crossword with just a touch of challenge in the right places. I learnt some new vocabulary through very fairly crafted wordplay, which is always nice. I though 23ac was fun; not a device … Read more “Quick Cryptic Number 487 by Teazel”