2006 Author Reviews for
Budgielover

I find Budgielover\'s stories difficult to read: Often I come to the end of a chapter and realise I\'ve been holding my breath since somewhere close to the first line. Her characters are nicely drawn and distinguished, her descriptions put the reader into the scene, and the action scenes are breathtaking, or should I say breath-holding? Characteristic is her leaving a character in a tight spot and then turning attention to another character, ratcheting up the drama and tension very effectively.

Budgie has written an interesting story full of intrigue and action. But once again our beloved Frodo is on the receiving end of violence and pain.

Cliffhangers are this author\'s trademark, and she does them exceedingly well! She balances her stories with just the right amounts of humour, drama, and angst, and is a dab hand at writing hurt/comfort and especially adventure. Her own background, with time spent in the Alaskan wilderness, is an invaluable aid, enabling her to describe situations with great realism. She writes all of the canon characters and her OC\'s well, but is at her best when writing hobbits! She understands their emotions and racial attributes, their different personalities and characteristics very well indeed, and I have enjoyed every story that she has ever written.

Budgie\'s ability to evoke humor is wonderful, and her manipulation of events in this case is delightful. Dear, sweet Pippin manages to steal the spotlight, leaving Frodo and Merry increasingly frustrated and at a distinct disadvantage. I love it when a fic can get me laughing.

Budgielover is an all-around wonderful hobbit writer! Her depictions of the characters are so enjoyable! She is able to capture them both as a race and as individuals. Her plots are always enjoyable, her dialogue realistic and in character, and her style is very engaging and easy to read!