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Msg# 5107
Reviews Final as of 8/17/2005 part 22 Posted by Ainaechoiriel August 17, 2005 - 23:24:34 Topic ID# 5107Title: After All <http://www.fanfiction.net/s/2190155/1/> . Author:
jastaelf
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Reviewer: Bodkin
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1> . 2005-06-27 06:44:12 Score: 5
Poor Legolas. You can just feel his unhappiness at the beginning - and this
is such a beautiful undertaking where his friends and family deal with the
issue of his separation from his father. Good for Gimli - his secret weapon
is singularly effective. (Vilya - just a piece of jewellery! Ha! And not
particularly tasteful at that!) And the real heartstring-tugger - the
ancient statue of Elbereth - because Legolas sees that as the promise that
Thranduil will come. It's a lovely story. And very well written, to boot.
Title: Out of All
<http://www.storiesofarda.com/chapterlistview.asp?SID=533> Knowledge .
Author: Budgielover
<http://gabrielle.sytes.net/MEFA2005/index.php?page=authorDetails&form_id=24
1> . Books/Time: The Lord of The Rings: Rivendell . ID: 178
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Reviewer: Bodkin
<http://gabrielle.sytes.net/MEFA2005/index.php?page=authorDetails&form_id=41
1> . 2005-06-27 06:47:24 Score: 2
The reader is drawn in to experience all the emotions of the hobbits as they
wait in the hope that Frodo will be healed - and the dread that he will not.
A typically good enthralling Budgielover read.
Title: History <http://www.storiesofarda.com/chapterlistview.asp?SID=6>
Lessons . Author: Nilmandra
<http://gabrielle.sytes.net/MEFA2005/index.php?page=authorDetails&form_id=44
4> . Books/Time: The Silmarillion . ID: 1056
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Reviewer: Bodkin
<http://gabrielle.sytes.net/MEFA2005/index.php?page=authorDetails&form_id=41
1> . 2005-06-27 06:54:55 Score: 4
Beyond brilliant. History Lessons is just a fascinating read on more than
one level - quite apart from discovering the history of the first age, which
is presented in a manner that is approachable and enthralling, the third age
background with Elrond, Celebrian, Elladan and Elrohir and the rest is
simply delightful. This is a story that can be read and read again with an
equal amount of enjoyment each time. Nilmandra should feel really proud of
what she has produced here.
Title: Of Entwives
<http://www.henneth-annun.net/stories/chapter.cfm?STID=2591> and Sundering
Seas . Author: Bejai
<http://gabrielle.sytes.net/MEFA2005/index.php?page=authorDetails&form_id=23
6> . Books/Time: The Silmarillion: Second Age . ID: 160
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Reviewer: Bodkin
<http://gabrielle.sytes.net/MEFA2005/index.php?page=authorDetails&form_id=41
1> . 2005-06-27 07:06:10 Score: 3
Counsel from an Ent they would do well to remember. 'Fair begetters of
beautiful children' indeed. And the foresight that their descendants would
fill the world with the echoes of their lineage - it's just beautifully put.
This is musical to read and so well-expressed. Lovely.
Title: What
<http://www.storiesofarda.com/chapterview.asp?sid=2771&cid=10747> his Heart
Spoke . Author: LKK
<http://gabrielle.sytes.net/MEFA2005/index.php?page=authorDetails&form_id=34
7> . Books/Time: The Silmarillion: Second Age . ID: 1026
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Reviewer: Bodkin
<http://gabrielle.sytes.net/MEFA2005/index.php?page=authorDetails&form_id=41
1> . 2005-06-27 07:12:23 Score: 1
Very touching. An effective description of the parting of a mother and her
son - and he has offered a hope of reunion.
Title: History <http://www.storiesofarda.com/chapterlistview.asp?SID=1007>
Lessons: The Second Age . Author: Nilmandra
<http://gabrielle.sytes.net/MEFA2005/index.php?page=authorDetails&form_id=44
4> . Books/Time: The Silmarillion: Second Age . ID: 1057
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Reviewer: Bodkin
<http://gabrielle.sytes.net/MEFA2005/index.php?page=authorDetails&form_id=41
1> . 2005-06-27 07:17:47 Score: 6
Now, how many superlatives can I come up with here? I love the
characterisation - of all the characters - but Elrond shines like his father
the star. He is just so gorgeously heroic / paternal / lordly / as a friend
/ a son-in-law / a lover. It's no wonder the Third Age worked out in the end
- thanks largely to his efforts. The descriptions and activities of the
second age are brilliant - and very illuminating and then the family
interactions of the third age are great. All in all, and I think I've said
this before, well written, well plotted, well structured, well characterised
and extremely informative. Loved it when I read it first and love reading it
just as much now.
Title: Narn
<http://www.storiesofarda.com/chapterview.asp?sid=2962&cid=11361> Niben .
Author: Werecat
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o&navbar_page=0&markpage=23&form_story_filter=140>
Reviewer: Bodkin
<http://gabrielle.sytes.net/MEFA2005/index.php?page=authorDetails&form_id=41
1> . 2005-06-27 07:21:46 Score: 2
I thoroughly enjoyed this story - such an original idea and an interesting
perspective on events. I love to picture Arwen telling her children the
story that heroism comes in all shapes and sizes. And who should know that
better?
Title: In the Greening
<http://www.storiesofarda.com/chapterlistview.asp?SID=3022> of the Year .
Author: Lindelea
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o&navbar_page=0&markpage=23&form_story_filter=774>
Reviewer: Bodkin
<http://gabrielle.sytes.net/MEFA2005/index.php?page=authorDetails&form_id=41
1> . 2005-06-27 07:23:53 Score: 2
It's great to see a heroine of the Shire - and Eglantine certainly shows
where Pippin got his obstinacy. This is a very enjoyable story - and I'm
very pleased that they escaped without too much trouble in the end.
Title: Shire: <http://www.storiesofarda.com/chapterlistview.asp?SID=1052>
Beginnings . Author: Lindelea
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Reviewer: Bodkin
<http://gabrielle.sytes.net/MEFA2005/index.php?page=authorDetails&form_id=41
1> . 2005-06-27 07:26:21 Score: 2
It took me some time to start this, because I wasn't sure - but I am very
glad I did. This is a fantastic epic story of how the hobbits came to the
Shire and I loved every self-sacrificing moment of it.
Title: Hunting
<http://www.storiesofarda.com/chapterview.asp?sid=1234&cid=5000> . Author:
Nilmandra
<http://gabrielle.sytes.net/MEFA2005/index.php?page=authorDetails&form_id=44
4> . Genres: Adventure: Long Form . ID: 1307
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Reviewer: Bodkin
<http://gabrielle.sytes.net/MEFA2005/index.php?page=authorDetails&form_id=41
1> . 2005-06-27 07:31:30 Score: 3
Not only a seriously cute Legolas being - well, seriously cute - but a
gorgeous Glorfindel accompanied by two other rather appealing 'elflings'.
Elladan and Elrohir are a delight here - together with the remainder of your
usual Mirkwood cast. A delightful tale of derring-do - and elves among woods
- and thoroughly enjoyed.
Title: Of Trees and Frogs <http://www.scribeoz.com/fanfic/story.php?no=1519>
. Author: Bird
<http://gabrielle.sytes.net/MEFA2005/index.php?page=authorDetails&form_id=49
3> . Genres: Alternate Universe: Elves . ID: 1285
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Reviewer: Bodkin
<http://gabrielle.sytes.net/MEFA2005/index.php?page=authorDetails&form_id=41
1> . 2005-06-27 07:34:40 Score: 2
I am so glad that Elladan protected his grandmother from the evil tree of
death and despair! He deserved to receive his frog. Cute!
Title: Mind to <http://www.storiesofarda.com/chapterlistview.asp?SID=1644>
Mind . Author: Shirebound
<http://gabrielle.sytes.net/MEFA2005/index.php?page=authorDetails&form_id=31
5> . Genres: Alternate Universe: Post-LOTR . ID: 894
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Reviewer: Bodkin
<http://gabrielle.sytes.net/MEFA2005/index.php?page=authorDetails&form_id=41
1> . 2005-06-27 07:46:31 Score: 3
Good story! Saruman is seriously nasty - Frodo is brave - Pippin is gallant
- in fact all the elements combine to provide a gripping story. I like the
combination of the Ringbearers working together. Celeborn telling stories to
Pippin is delicious - especially the threat to tell 'about how Elrond came
to court our daughter'. Great read.
Title: The Last Elf
<http://www.henneth-annun.net/stories/chapter.cfm?STID=1465> Standing .
Author: Suzene
<http://gabrielle.sytes.net/MEFA2005/index.php?page=authorDetails&form_id=32
0> Campos . Genres: Humor: Elves . ID: 1124
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Reviewer: sulriel
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. 2005-06-27 08:06:26 Score: 3
One of my absolute favorites, I re-read it with delight, - chuckling, then
laughing until I have to wipe the tears away - every time someone sends me
the link and reminds me of how long it's been since I have read it. The
attitude and insults are delightfully in-character for these two proud
fathers.
Title: Land of Light
<http://www.henneth-annun.net/stories/chapter.cfm?STID=42> and Shadows .
Author: Thundera
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o&navbar_page=0&markpage=23&form_story_filter=1202>
Reviewer: Bodkin
<http://gabrielle.sytes.net/MEFA2005/index.php?page=authorDetails&form_id=41
1> . 2005-06-27 09:37:46 Score: 2
This is an epic and a half. It conveys excellently the heat, confusion and
despair of those struggling to survive a world they don't really understand.
I hope more comes soon!
Title: With Friends
<http://www.storiesofarda.com/chapterlistview.asp?SID=1094> Like These .
Author: Jay
<http://gabrielle.sytes.net/MEFA2005/index.php?page=authorDetails&form_id=13
4> of Lasgalen . Genres: Drama (includes Angst): Elves . ID: 621
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o&navbar_page=0&markpage=23&form_story_filter=621>
Reviewer: Bodkin
<http://gabrielle.sytes.net/MEFA2005/index.php?page=authorDetails&form_id=41
1> . 2005-06-27 09:44:43 Score: 1
Great fun - it's good to see our heroes enjoying themselves. Although, of
course, disaster is never far away.
Title: Through <http://www.henneth-annun.net/stories/chapter.cfm?STID=4538>
Shadows Falling . Author: Karri
<http://gabrielle.sytes.net/MEFA2005/index.php?page=authorDetails&form_id=10
7> . Genres: Drama (includes Angst): Elves . ID: 990
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Reviewer: Bodkin
<http://gabrielle.sytes.net/MEFA2005/index.php?page=authorDetails&form_id=41
1> . 2005-06-27 09:47:28 Score: 1
Poor little Elured and Elurin. I'm glad Melian came for them. This is very
effectively done - deceptively simple.
Title: The Machine That Changed the
<http://www.fanfiction.net/s/1948948/1/> World . Author: Altariel
<http://gabrielle.sytes.net/MEFA2005/index.php?page=authorDetails&form_id=18
1> . Genres: Drama (includes Angst): Fourth Age . ID: 80
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Reviewer: Bodkin
<http://gabrielle.sytes.net/MEFA2005/index.php?page=authorDetails&form_id=41
1> . 2005-06-27 09:57:55 Score: 3
The king is, I feel, a master of understatement. The scriveners will not
like this at all. And yet it has an inevitability about it that is rather
sad. Fascinating debate on truth, lies and propaganda, too. And I like
Amrothos as the inventor - and Faramir as the poet.
Title: A Healer's
<http://www.storiesofarda.com/chapterlistview.asp?SID=3552> Tale . Author:
Lindelea
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o&navbar_page=0&markpage=23&form_story_filter=754>
Reviewer: Bodkin
<http://gabrielle.sytes.net/MEFA2005/index.php?page=authorDetails&form_id=41
1> . 2005-06-27 10:38:51 Score: 3
One of my favourites. I love watching Woodruff develop into the healer of
later days - there is no doubt but that she and Regi are two of the
behind-the-scenes stalwarts of the whole series. The Interludes, with Pippin
struggling back from the point of death, are also very - emotional. A good
story. I am enjoying it.
Title: Deific <http://www.storiesofarda.com/chapterlistview.asp?SID=1564>
Flame . Author: Bejai
<http://gabrielle.sytes.net/MEFA2005/index.php?page=authorDetails&form_id=23
6> . Genres: Drama (includes Angst): Incomplete . ID: 672
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o&navbar_page=0&markpage=23&form_story_filter=672>
Reviewer: Bodkin
<http://gabrielle.sytes.net/MEFA2005/index.php?page=authorDetails&form_id=41
1> . 2005-06-27 10:42:12 Score: 3
So good. This is so good - and picking up a time that is so full of gaps. I
love the mature Celebrian acting like an adult - Celeborn and Galadriel
being - well - in between roles, in a way. And I want more, please. The
whole thing is so multi-layered and interesting.
Title: Glorious <http://www.storiesofarda.com/chapterlistview.asp?SID=2712>
Summer . Author: daw
<http://gabrielle.sytes.net/MEFA2005/index.php?page=authorDetails&form_id=17
6> the minstrel . Genres: Drama (includes Angst): Mirkwood . ID: 154
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Reviewer: Bodkin
<http://gabrielle.sytes.net/MEFA2005/index.php?page=authorDetails&form_id=41
1> . 2005-06-27 10:45:32 Score: 3
Eilian being - well, Eilian. What more could you want? Good thing he was
right, though, or, king's son or not, he might have spent the next couple of
centuries polishing swords. And Legolas is doing a great job maturing into a
leader of elves. A most enjoyable story.
Title: The Warrior
<http://www.storiesofarda.com/chapterlistview.asp?SID=1062> . Author: daw
<http://gabrielle.sytes.net/MEFA2005/index.php?page=authorDetails&form_id=17
6> the minstrel . Genres: Drama (includes Angst): Mirkwood . ID: 155
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o&navbar_page=0&markpage=23&form_story_filter=155>
Reviewer: Bodkin
<http://gabrielle.sytes.net/MEFA2005/index.php?page=authorDetails&form_id=41
1> . 2005-06-27 10:55:46 Score: 5
Now I've undoubtedly said this before - about two minutes ago, before this
review decided to get lost - this is very high up on my favourites list.
Why? Well, for one thing Legolas is at a really interesting stage of
learning - grown up, but only just - and he's learning things at a
tremendous rate. Mostly from the corner of his eye (laundry). He's also just
coming to terms with the joys of being Beliond's charge. And a Beliond that
isn't really too keen on the whole keeper thing. And I just love it.
Title: Along Came A
<http://www.storiesofarda.com/chapterlistview.asp?SID=2808> Spider . Author:
Jay
<http://gabrielle.sytes.net/MEFA2005/index.php?page=authorDetails&form_id=13
4> of Lasgalen . Genres: Drama (includes Angst): Mirkwood . ID: 622
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Reviewer: Bodkin
<http://gabrielle.sytes.net/MEFA2005/index.php?page=authorDetails&form_id=41
1> . 2005-06-27 10:58:18 Score: 3
This is a real emotional roller-coaster! Poor Elrohir at death's door and
the agonies that Elladan goes through. The supporting cast is great and very
- well, supportive and it's a thoroughly good read. I liked the end, too,
with the horse race - I needed a bit of light relief by then.
Title: Interrupted
<http://www.storiesofarda.com/chapterview.asp?sid=2614&cid=10183> Journeys:
Part One - New Journeys . Author: elliska
<http://gabrielle.sytes.net/MEFA2005/index.php?page=authorDetails&form_id=14
3> . Genres: Drama (includes Angst): Mirkwood . ID: 1309
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Reviewer: Bodkin
<http://gabrielle.sytes.net/MEFA2005/index.php?page=authorDetails&form_id=41
1> . 2005-06-27 11:03:48 Score: 4
I loved the start of this - it's good to see Thranduil falling in love and
undergoing the torments of courtship! Especially since his beloved's father
tends to look at him as something nasty that you might step in! And so many
things are set up that still haven't come to fruition - which makes it all
very exciting. I like Dieneryn, too - it's good that Thranduil has some more
extended family. Even Uncle Engwe.
Title: Interrupted
<http://www.storiesofarda.com/chapterview.asp?sid=2739&cid=10770> Journeys:
Part Two - Journeys Perforce . Author: elliska
<http://gabrielle.sytes.net/MEFA2005/index.php?page=authorDetails&form_id=14
3> . Genres: Drama (includes Angst): Mirkwood . ID: 1310
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Reviewer: Bodkin
<http://gabrielle.sytes.net/MEFA2005/index.php?page=authorDetails&form_id=41
1> . 2005-06-27 11:08:27 Score: 3
The story continues to develop in a most fascinating way - and the baddies
get no better. I loved the byplay with Aradunnon and Amoneth, when Thranduil
showed himself very skilled at being kingly. Nearly, indeed, as good as
Lindomiel at being subtle and wifely. And the Stronghold is very impressive.
Title: Interrupted
<http://www.storiesofarda.com/chapterview.asp?sid=3116&cid=12144> Journeys:
Part Three - Journeys Begin . Author: elliska
<http://gabrielle.sytes.net/MEFA2005/index.php?page=authorDetails&form_id=14
3> . Genres: Drama (includes Angst): Mirkwood . ID: 1311
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Reviewer: Bodkin
<http://gabrielle.sytes.net/MEFA2005/index.php?page=authorDetails&form_id=41
1> . 2005-06-27 11:13:11 Score: 4
Good on so many levels - and these characters are becoming part of the
family. Well, as far as the Black Swan is concerned, somebody else's family.
And the elflings are adorable. The story, however, is getting even more
serious - and dangers are clearly approaching far too close. The
characterisation is excellents - and I am even fond enough of some of the
less-clearly-heroic to want them to be redeemed. I can't wait for more of
this story.
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jastaelf
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> . Books/Time: The Lord of The Rings: Post-Ring War . ID: 100<http://gabrielle.sytes.net/MEFA2005/index.php?page=reviewsBrowse&show_all=n
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Reviewer: Bodkin
<http://gabrielle.sytes.net/MEFA2005/index.php?page=authorDetails&form_id=41
1> . 2005-06-27 06:44:12 Score: 5
Poor Legolas. You can just feel his unhappiness at the beginning - and this
is such a beautiful undertaking where his friends and family deal with the
issue of his separation from his father. Good for Gimli - his secret weapon
is singularly effective. (Vilya - just a piece of jewellery! Ha! And not
particularly tasteful at that!) And the real heartstring-tugger - the
ancient statue of Elbereth - because Legolas sees that as the promise that
Thranduil will come. It's a lovely story. And very well written, to boot.
Title: Out of All
<http://www.storiesofarda.com/chapterlistview.asp?SID=533> Knowledge .
Author: Budgielover
<http://gabrielle.sytes.net/MEFA2005/index.php?page=authorDetails&form_id=24
1> . Books/Time: The Lord of The Rings: Rivendell . ID: 178
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Reviewer: Bodkin
<http://gabrielle.sytes.net/MEFA2005/index.php?page=authorDetails&form_id=41
1> . 2005-06-27 06:47:24 Score: 2
The reader is drawn in to experience all the emotions of the hobbits as they
wait in the hope that Frodo will be healed - and the dread that he will not.
A typically good enthralling Budgielover read.
Title: History <http://www.storiesofarda.com/chapterlistview.asp?SID=6>
Lessons . Author: Nilmandra
<http://gabrielle.sytes.net/MEFA2005/index.php?page=authorDetails&form_id=44
4> . Books/Time: The Silmarillion . ID: 1056
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Reviewer: Bodkin
<http://gabrielle.sytes.net/MEFA2005/index.php?page=authorDetails&form_id=41
1> . 2005-06-27 06:54:55 Score: 4
Beyond brilliant. History Lessons is just a fascinating read on more than
one level - quite apart from discovering the history of the first age, which
is presented in a manner that is approachable and enthralling, the third age
background with Elrond, Celebrian, Elladan and Elrohir and the rest is
simply delightful. This is a story that can be read and read again with an
equal amount of enjoyment each time. Nilmandra should feel really proud of
what she has produced here.
Title: Of Entwives
<http://www.henneth-annun.net/stories/chapter.cfm?STID=2591> and Sundering
Seas . Author: Bejai
<http://gabrielle.sytes.net/MEFA2005/index.php?page=authorDetails&form_id=23
6> . Books/Time: The Silmarillion: Second Age . ID: 160
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Reviewer: Bodkin
<http://gabrielle.sytes.net/MEFA2005/index.php?page=authorDetails&form_id=41
1> . 2005-06-27 07:06:10 Score: 3
Counsel from an Ent they would do well to remember. 'Fair begetters of
beautiful children' indeed. And the foresight that their descendants would
fill the world with the echoes of their lineage - it's just beautifully put.
This is musical to read and so well-expressed. Lovely.
Title: What
<http://www.storiesofarda.com/chapterview.asp?sid=2771&cid=10747> his Heart
Spoke . Author: LKK
<http://gabrielle.sytes.net/MEFA2005/index.php?page=authorDetails&form_id=34
7> . Books/Time: The Silmarillion: Second Age . ID: 1026
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Reviewer: Bodkin
<http://gabrielle.sytes.net/MEFA2005/index.php?page=authorDetails&form_id=41
1> . 2005-06-27 07:12:23 Score: 1
Very touching. An effective description of the parting of a mother and her
son - and he has offered a hope of reunion.
Title: History <http://www.storiesofarda.com/chapterlistview.asp?SID=1007>
Lessons: The Second Age . Author: Nilmandra
<http://gabrielle.sytes.net/MEFA2005/index.php?page=authorDetails&form_id=44
4> . Books/Time: The Silmarillion: Second Age . ID: 1057
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Reviewer: Bodkin
<http://gabrielle.sytes.net/MEFA2005/index.php?page=authorDetails&form_id=41
1> . 2005-06-27 07:17:47 Score: 6
Now, how many superlatives can I come up with here? I love the
characterisation - of all the characters - but Elrond shines like his father
the star. He is just so gorgeously heroic / paternal / lordly / as a friend
/ a son-in-law / a lover. It's no wonder the Third Age worked out in the end
- thanks largely to his efforts. The descriptions and activities of the
second age are brilliant - and very illuminating and then the family
interactions of the third age are great. All in all, and I think I've said
this before, well written, well plotted, well structured, well characterised
and extremely informative. Loved it when I read it first and love reading it
just as much now.
Title: Narn
<http://www.storiesofarda.com/chapterview.asp?sid=2962&cid=11361> Niben .
Author: Werecat
<http://gabrielle.sytes.net/MEFA2005/index.php?page=authorDetails&form_id=83
> . Genres: Adventure . ID: 140<http://gabrielle.sytes.net/MEFA2005/index.php?page=reviewsBrowse&show_all=n
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Reviewer: Bodkin
<http://gabrielle.sytes.net/MEFA2005/index.php?page=authorDetails&form_id=41
1> . 2005-06-27 07:21:46 Score: 2
I thoroughly enjoyed this story - such an original idea and an interesting
perspective on events. I love to picture Arwen telling her children the
story that heroism comes in all shapes and sizes. And who should know that
better?
Title: In the Greening
<http://www.storiesofarda.com/chapterlistview.asp?SID=3022> of the Year .
Author: Lindelea
<http://gabrielle.sytes.net/MEFA2005/index.php?page=authorDetails&form_id=27
> . Genres: Adventure . ID: 774<http://gabrielle.sytes.net/MEFA2005/index.php?page=reviewsBrowse&show_all=n
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Reviewer: Bodkin
<http://gabrielle.sytes.net/MEFA2005/index.php?page=authorDetails&form_id=41
1> . 2005-06-27 07:23:53 Score: 2
It's great to see a heroine of the Shire - and Eglantine certainly shows
where Pippin got his obstinacy. This is a very enjoyable story - and I'm
very pleased that they escaped without too much trouble in the end.
Title: Shire: <http://www.storiesofarda.com/chapterlistview.asp?SID=1052>
Beginnings . Author: Lindelea
<http://gabrielle.sytes.net/MEFA2005/index.php?page=authorDetails&form_id=27
> . Genres: Adventure: Long Form . ID: 703<http://gabrielle.sytes.net/MEFA2005/index.php?page=reviewsBrowse&show_all=n
o&navbar_page=0&markpage=23&form_story_filter=703>
Reviewer: Bodkin
<http://gabrielle.sytes.net/MEFA2005/index.php?page=authorDetails&form_id=41
1> . 2005-06-27 07:26:21 Score: 2
It took me some time to start this, because I wasn't sure - but I am very
glad I did. This is a fantastic epic story of how the hobbits came to the
Shire and I loved every self-sacrificing moment of it.
Title: Hunting
<http://www.storiesofarda.com/chapterview.asp?sid=1234&cid=5000> . Author:
Nilmandra
<http://gabrielle.sytes.net/MEFA2005/index.php?page=authorDetails&form_id=44
4> . Genres: Adventure: Long Form . ID: 1307
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Reviewer: Bodkin
<http://gabrielle.sytes.net/MEFA2005/index.php?page=authorDetails&form_id=41
1> . 2005-06-27 07:31:30 Score: 3
Not only a seriously cute Legolas being - well, seriously cute - but a
gorgeous Glorfindel accompanied by two other rather appealing 'elflings'.
Elladan and Elrohir are a delight here - together with the remainder of your
usual Mirkwood cast. A delightful tale of derring-do - and elves among woods
- and thoroughly enjoyed.
Title: Of Trees and Frogs <http://www.scribeoz.com/fanfic/story.php?no=1519>
. Author: Bird
<http://gabrielle.sytes.net/MEFA2005/index.php?page=authorDetails&form_id=49
3> . Genres: Alternate Universe: Elves . ID: 1285
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Reviewer: Bodkin
<http://gabrielle.sytes.net/MEFA2005/index.php?page=authorDetails&form_id=41
1> . 2005-06-27 07:34:40 Score: 2
I am so glad that Elladan protected his grandmother from the evil tree of
death and despair! He deserved to receive his frog. Cute!
Title: Mind to <http://www.storiesofarda.com/chapterlistview.asp?SID=1644>
Mind . Author: Shirebound
<http://gabrielle.sytes.net/MEFA2005/index.php?page=authorDetails&form_id=31
5> . Genres: Alternate Universe: Post-LOTR . ID: 894
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Reviewer: Bodkin
<http://gabrielle.sytes.net/MEFA2005/index.php?page=authorDetails&form_id=41
1> . 2005-06-27 07:46:31 Score: 3
Good story! Saruman is seriously nasty - Frodo is brave - Pippin is gallant
- in fact all the elements combine to provide a gripping story. I like the
combination of the Ringbearers working together. Celeborn telling stories to
Pippin is delicious - especially the threat to tell 'about how Elrond came
to court our daughter'. Great read.
Title: The Last Elf
<http://www.henneth-annun.net/stories/chapter.cfm?STID=1465> Standing .
Author: Suzene
<http://gabrielle.sytes.net/MEFA2005/index.php?page=authorDetails&form_id=32
0> Campos . Genres: Humor: Elves . ID: 1124
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Reviewer: sulriel
<http://gabrielle.sytes.net/MEFA2005/index.php?page=authorDetails&form_id=7>
. 2005-06-27 08:06:26 Score: 3
One of my absolute favorites, I re-read it with delight, - chuckling, then
laughing until I have to wipe the tears away - every time someone sends me
the link and reminds me of how long it's been since I have read it. The
attitude and insults are delightfully in-character for these two proud
fathers.
Title: Land of Light
<http://www.henneth-annun.net/stories/chapter.cfm?STID=42> and Shadows .
Author: Thundera
<http://gabrielle.sytes.net/MEFA2005/index.php?page=authorDetails&form_id=86
> Tiger . Books/Time: Post-Ring War: Incomplete . ID: 1202<http://gabrielle.sytes.net/MEFA2005/index.php?page=reviewsBrowse&show_all=n
o&navbar_page=0&markpage=23&form_story_filter=1202>
Reviewer: Bodkin
<http://gabrielle.sytes.net/MEFA2005/index.php?page=authorDetails&form_id=41
1> . 2005-06-27 09:37:46 Score: 2
This is an epic and a half. It conveys excellently the heat, confusion and
despair of those struggling to survive a world they don't really understand.
I hope more comes soon!
Title: With Friends
<http://www.storiesofarda.com/chapterlistview.asp?SID=1094> Like These .
Author: Jay
<http://gabrielle.sytes.net/MEFA2005/index.php?page=authorDetails&form_id=13
4> of Lasgalen . Genres: Drama (includes Angst): Elves . ID: 621
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Reviewer: Bodkin
<http://gabrielle.sytes.net/MEFA2005/index.php?page=authorDetails&form_id=41
1> . 2005-06-27 09:44:43 Score: 1
Great fun - it's good to see our heroes enjoying themselves. Although, of
course, disaster is never far away.
Title: Through <http://www.henneth-annun.net/stories/chapter.cfm?STID=4538>
Shadows Falling . Author: Karri
<http://gabrielle.sytes.net/MEFA2005/index.php?page=authorDetails&form_id=10
7> . Genres: Drama (includes Angst): Elves . ID: 990
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Reviewer: Bodkin
<http://gabrielle.sytes.net/MEFA2005/index.php?page=authorDetails&form_id=41
1> . 2005-06-27 09:47:28 Score: 1
Poor little Elured and Elurin. I'm glad Melian came for them. This is very
effectively done - deceptively simple.
Title: The Machine That Changed the
<http://www.fanfiction.net/s/1948948/1/> World . Author: Altariel
<http://gabrielle.sytes.net/MEFA2005/index.php?page=authorDetails&form_id=18
1> . Genres: Drama (includes Angst): Fourth Age . ID: 80
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Reviewer: Bodkin
<http://gabrielle.sytes.net/MEFA2005/index.php?page=authorDetails&form_id=41
1> . 2005-06-27 09:57:55 Score: 3
The king is, I feel, a master of understatement. The scriveners will not
like this at all. And yet it has an inevitability about it that is rather
sad. Fascinating debate on truth, lies and propaganda, too. And I like
Amrothos as the inventor - and Faramir as the poet.
Title: A Healer's
<http://www.storiesofarda.com/chapterlistview.asp?SID=3552> Tale . Author:
Lindelea
<http://gabrielle.sytes.net/MEFA2005/index.php?page=authorDetails&form_id=27
> . Genres: Drama (includes Angst): Incomplete . ID: 754<http://gabrielle.sytes.net/MEFA2005/index.php?page=reviewsBrowse&show_all=n
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Reviewer: Bodkin
<http://gabrielle.sytes.net/MEFA2005/index.php?page=authorDetails&form_id=41
1> . 2005-06-27 10:38:51 Score: 3
One of my favourites. I love watching Woodruff develop into the healer of
later days - there is no doubt but that she and Regi are two of the
behind-the-scenes stalwarts of the whole series. The Interludes, with Pippin
struggling back from the point of death, are also very - emotional. A good
story. I am enjoying it.
Title: Deific <http://www.storiesofarda.com/chapterlistview.asp?SID=1564>
Flame . Author: Bejai
<http://gabrielle.sytes.net/MEFA2005/index.php?page=authorDetails&form_id=23
6> . Genres: Drama (includes Angst): Incomplete . ID: 672
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o&navbar_page=0&markpage=23&form_story_filter=672>
Reviewer: Bodkin
<http://gabrielle.sytes.net/MEFA2005/index.php?page=authorDetails&form_id=41
1> . 2005-06-27 10:42:12 Score: 3
So good. This is so good - and picking up a time that is so full of gaps. I
love the mature Celebrian acting like an adult - Celeborn and Galadriel
being - well - in between roles, in a way. And I want more, please. The
whole thing is so multi-layered and interesting.
Title: Glorious <http://www.storiesofarda.com/chapterlistview.asp?SID=2712>
Summer . Author: daw
<http://gabrielle.sytes.net/MEFA2005/index.php?page=authorDetails&form_id=17
6> the minstrel . Genres: Drama (includes Angst): Mirkwood . ID: 154
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Reviewer: Bodkin
<http://gabrielle.sytes.net/MEFA2005/index.php?page=authorDetails&form_id=41
1> . 2005-06-27 10:45:32 Score: 3
Eilian being - well, Eilian. What more could you want? Good thing he was
right, though, or, king's son or not, he might have spent the next couple of
centuries polishing swords. And Legolas is doing a great job maturing into a
leader of elves. A most enjoyable story.
Title: The Warrior
<http://www.storiesofarda.com/chapterlistview.asp?SID=1062> . Author: daw
<http://gabrielle.sytes.net/MEFA2005/index.php?page=authorDetails&form_id=17
6> the minstrel . Genres: Drama (includes Angst): Mirkwood . ID: 155
<http://gabrielle.sytes.net/MEFA2005/index.php?page=reviewsBrowse&show_all=n
o&navbar_page=0&markpage=23&form_story_filter=155>
Reviewer: Bodkin
<http://gabrielle.sytes.net/MEFA2005/index.php?page=authorDetails&form_id=41
1> . 2005-06-27 10:55:46 Score: 5
Now I've undoubtedly said this before - about two minutes ago, before this
review decided to get lost - this is very high up on my favourites list.
Why? Well, for one thing Legolas is at a really interesting stage of
learning - grown up, but only just - and he's learning things at a
tremendous rate. Mostly from the corner of his eye (laundry). He's also just
coming to terms with the joys of being Beliond's charge. And a Beliond that
isn't really too keen on the whole keeper thing. And I just love it.
Title: Along Came A
<http://www.storiesofarda.com/chapterlistview.asp?SID=2808> Spider . Author:
Jay
<http://gabrielle.sytes.net/MEFA2005/index.php?page=authorDetails&form_id=13
4> of Lasgalen . Genres: Drama (includes Angst): Mirkwood . ID: 622
<http://gabrielle.sytes.net/MEFA2005/index.php?page=reviewsBrowse&show_all=n
o&navbar_page=0&markpage=23&form_story_filter=622>
Reviewer: Bodkin
<http://gabrielle.sytes.net/MEFA2005/index.php?page=authorDetails&form_id=41
1> . 2005-06-27 10:58:18 Score: 3
This is a real emotional roller-coaster! Poor Elrohir at death's door and
the agonies that Elladan goes through. The supporting cast is great and very
- well, supportive and it's a thoroughly good read. I liked the end, too,
with the horse race - I needed a bit of light relief by then.
Title: Interrupted
<http://www.storiesofarda.com/chapterview.asp?sid=2614&cid=10183> Journeys:
Part One - New Journeys . Author: elliska
<http://gabrielle.sytes.net/MEFA2005/index.php?page=authorDetails&form_id=14
3> . Genres: Drama (includes Angst): Mirkwood . ID: 1309
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Reviewer: Bodkin
<http://gabrielle.sytes.net/MEFA2005/index.php?page=authorDetails&form_id=41
1> . 2005-06-27 11:03:48 Score: 4
I loved the start of this - it's good to see Thranduil falling in love and
undergoing the torments of courtship! Especially since his beloved's father
tends to look at him as something nasty that you might step in! And so many
things are set up that still haven't come to fruition - which makes it all
very exciting. I like Dieneryn, too - it's good that Thranduil has some more
extended family. Even Uncle Engwe.
Title: Interrupted
<http://www.storiesofarda.com/chapterview.asp?sid=2739&cid=10770> Journeys:
Part Two - Journeys Perforce . Author: elliska
<http://gabrielle.sytes.net/MEFA2005/index.php?page=authorDetails&form_id=14
3> . Genres: Drama (includes Angst): Mirkwood . ID: 1310
<http://gabrielle.sytes.net/MEFA2005/index.php?page=reviewsBrowse&show_all=n
o&navbar_page=0&markpage=23&form_story_filter=1310>
Reviewer: Bodkin
<http://gabrielle.sytes.net/MEFA2005/index.php?page=authorDetails&form_id=41
1> . 2005-06-27 11:08:27 Score: 3
The story continues to develop in a most fascinating way - and the baddies
get no better. I loved the byplay with Aradunnon and Amoneth, when Thranduil
showed himself very skilled at being kingly. Nearly, indeed, as good as
Lindomiel at being subtle and wifely. And the Stronghold is very impressive.
Title: Interrupted
<http://www.storiesofarda.com/chapterview.asp?sid=3116&cid=12144> Journeys:
Part Three - Journeys Begin . Author: elliska
<http://gabrielle.sytes.net/MEFA2005/index.php?page=authorDetails&form_id=14
3> . Genres: Drama (includes Angst): Mirkwood . ID: 1311
<http://gabrielle.sytes.net/MEFA2005/index.php?page=reviewsBrowse&show_all=n
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Reviewer: Bodkin
<http://gabrielle.sytes.net/MEFA2005/index.php?page=authorDetails&form_id=41
1> . 2005-06-27 11:13:11 Score: 4
Good on so many levels - and these characters are becoming part of the
family. Well, as far as the Black Swan is concerned, somebody else's family.
And the elflings are adorable. The story, however, is getting even more
serious - and dangers are clearly approaching far too close. The
characterisation is excellents - and I am even fond enough of some of the
less-clearly-heroic to want them to be redeemed. I can't wait for more of
this story.
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