Grammar p. 75 - chapter 5
Direct speech: (John): I don't like reading (present simple)
Indirect speech: John said (that) he didn't like reading (past simple)
Direct speech: (Tim & John): She is eating quickly. (pres. continuous)
Indirect speech: They mentioned (that) she was eating quickly (past cont.)
Direct speech: (Trish): That book was great / these books were great.
Indirect speech: Trish said that one /these ones had been great.