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Title: Namarie, <http://www.storiesofarda.com/chapterlistview.asp?SID=78>
Elessar . Author: Joanna
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5> . Books/Time: Post-Ring War: Final Partings . ID: 746
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Reviewer: Dreamflower
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5> . 2005-08-16 05:01:17 Score: 1
A very poetical and lyrical examination of Arwen's feelings when Elessar
passed from the world, beautifully done.

Title: That Which
<http://www.henneth-annun.net/stories/chapter.cfm?STID=3255> Remains .
Author: mir_noldoris
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4> . Books/Time: Post-Ring War: Final Partings . ID: 1025
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Reviewer: Dreamflower
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5> . 2005-08-16 05:01:56 Score: 2
An amazing and heart-wrenching picture of each of those who remained when
the Ringbearers left--not only the hobbits, but the Elves, and the King and
Queen of Gondor--all bereft of those they love.

Title: The Last
<http://www.henneth-annun.net/stories/chapter.cfm?STID=3763> Time . Author:
SoundOfHorns
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4> . Books/Time: Post-Ring War: Final Partings . ID: 1118
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Reviewer: Dreamflower
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5> . 2005-08-16 05:03:05 Score: 3
The pain and sorrow of being left behind once more--this time by death; yet
the one whose pain is sharpest is not the one you think at first. Such a
beautiful, angst-filled examination of what it means to be mortal, and what
it means to outlive everyone you love.

Title: Memory
<http://www.livejournal.com/users/talechallenge03/8879.html#cutid1> of Ents
. Author: Rabidsamfan
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0> . Books/Time: Post-Ring War: Friendship . ID: 800
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Reviewer: Dreamflower
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5> . 2005-08-16 05:04:10 Score: 6
I love the simplicity of the story, Sam, Merry and Pippin, busy helping to
rebuild the Shire, Merry and Pippin helping Sam to find the trees he needs.
I love the sure grasp of character the author shows. She knows and respects
these characters so much, and she has their voices down pat. I love Merry
and Pippin having a new understanding of the Old Forest after their
experience in Fangorn--something I, too, find entirely plausible, especially
since they drank Ent-draughts, and I love Sam still not being entirely sure
about them. The whole thing is very well crafted, right down to the perfect
last line.

Title: Nightly <http://www.storiesofarda.com/chapterlistview.asp?SID=3382>
Noises . Author: Pipwise
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7> Brandygin . Books/Time: Post-Ring War: Friendship . ID: 827
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Reviewer: Dreamflower
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5> . 2005-08-16 05:04:55 Score: 2
Newly moved into Crickhollow, and once more in the shadow of the Old Forest,
Pippin relives the fears of their first dangerous encounter of the Quest:
Old Man Willow. Merry comforts him wonderfully, as they remember what
happened.

Title: Orc
<http://www.west-of-the-moon.net/servlet/ReadGenStory?storyID=220> Sign .
Author: Kit5
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9> (aka Pippinswolf) . Books/Time: Post-Ring War: Friendship . ID: 833
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Reviewer: Dreamflower
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5> . 2005-08-16 05:05:37 Score: 4
In this story, set a few years after the Quest, Merry and Pippin find
themselves leading the Shire into battle to fend off an invasion of Orcs
which had escaped the destruction of Sauron's downfall. It is a breathtaking
bit of action and adventure, with the urgency of their mission clearly felt.
Characterization, especially of some of the secondary characters such as
Saradoc and Paladin is very well done!

Title: Blood
<http://www.livejournal.com/users/talechallenge06/10931.html#cutid1> Ties .
Author: Pipspebble
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4> . Books/Time: Post-Ring War: Friendship . ID: 834
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Reviewer: Dreamflower
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5> . 2005-08-16 05:06:39 Score: 4
One of the best stories I have seen dealing with the grief that Pippin and
Merry felt after losing Frodo to the Grey Havens. The whole melancholy
account of their journey homeward, Merry's worry for Pippin, and their
reassurance of one another, as they confirm their love for Frodo and their
love for each other, is all so beautifully and realistically done,
intertwining memories of happier times with the poignancy of grief.

Title: All I
<http://www.storiesofarda.com/chapterview.asp?sid=3270&cid=12468> Ever
Wanted . Author: pippinfan88
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1> . Books/Time: Post-Ring War: Friendship . ID: 844
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Reviewer: Dreamflower
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5> . 2005-08-16 05:07:14 Score: 2
A very different and amusing version of the Merry/Estella romance, it is
funny and touching by turns. The ending is especially touching.

Title: Concerning
<http://www.storiesofarda.com/chapterview.asp?sid=2364&cid=11940> Ladders .
Author: grey_wonderer
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> . Books/Time: Post-Ring War: Friendship . ID: 926

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Reviewer: Dreamflower
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5> . 2005-08-16 05:08:19 Score: 4
This story just exemplifies one of this author's great strengths: showing
the affection and friendship of Merry and Pippin with humor. The plot is
pure sit-com, and is as funny as can be, and yet the theme of trust and
misunderstanding and forgiveness is still treated with respect. I love
Pippin in this, so dignified in his hurt, and Esmeralda, so wise and
understanding, and poor Merry who learns just how badly he has jumped to the
wrong conclusion.

Title: Always <http://www.livejournal.com/users/maripo5a/25137.html#cutid1>
Dancing . Author: Mariposa
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0> . Books/Time: Post-Ring War: Friendship . ID: 928
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Reviewer: Dreamflower
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5> . 2005-08-16 05:09:24 Score: 4
I adored this story the first time I read it: the whole notion of Pippin and
Merry training the other hobbits to help defend the Shire is wonderful, and
the continual refrain of memory, of the teachings of their beloved Boromir
running like a thread through the whole of this is so beautiful. I love all
the detail, the mentions of hobbit weakenesses and strengths, and Boromir's
joke. There is both seriousness and delight in this lovely story!

Title: StarFire <http://www.storiesofarda.com/chapterlistview.asp?SID=1718>
. Author: Lindelea
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> . Books/Time: Post-Ring War: Friendship . ID: 983

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Reviewer: Dreamflower
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5> . 2005-08-16 05:10:08 Score: 3
One of Lindelea's post-Quest epics, focusing mainly on the friendship
between Pippin and Ferdi, but also encompassing many more friends and
relations, it is filled with angst and h/c for several characters, but the
ending is just spectacular, and more than makes up for the suffering along
the way.

Title: The
<http://www.livejournal.com/users/talechallenge13/5226.html#cutid1> Long
Night . Author: Garnet
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9> Took . Books/Time: Post-Ring War: Friendship . ID: 1102
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Reviewer: Dreamflower
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5> . 2005-08-16 05:11:11 Score: 3
Merry and Pippin wait out a bad storm in Crickhollow. The storm is vividly
and realistically described: the build-up to it, the way the weather made
them feel, the terror as the storm struck, and the devastation of the
aftermath are shown in graphic terms. But it's the love and caring between
the two cousins that carries the tale forward.

Title: Clasps
<http://www.livejournal.com/users/talechallenge14/3017.html#cutid1> and
Links . Author: Songspinner
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1> . Books/Time: Post-Ring War: Friendship . ID: 1222
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Reviewer: Dreamflower
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5> . 2005-08-16 05:11:48 Score: 3
A lovely story underscoring the sweet friendship between Merry and Eowyn,
and Eomer as well. I love the gentle byplay between Merry and Eowyn, and how
the traditions of the Shire and of Rohan have much in common. A really nice
little vignette.

Title: Object
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Lessons . Author: Aliana
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8> . Books/Time: Post-Ring War: Gap-Filler . ID: 586
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Reviewer: Dreamflower
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5> . 2005-08-16 05:12:27 Score: 2
A very melancholy and bittersweet encounter between Eowyn and Frodo, from
Eowyn's POV. The author has captured a very strong voice for Eowyn, and her
observations of Frodo are sharp and on target.

Title: Renewal <http://www.storiesofarda.com/chapterlistview.asp?SID=3162>
. Author: Bodkin
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1> . Books/Time: Post-Ring War: Gap-Filler . ID: 883
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Reviewer: Dreamflower
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5> . 2005-08-16 05:13:21 Score: 2
Celeborn and the last of the Elves prepare finally to leave for the West.
His contemplation of why he lingered so long, and of Galadriel's possible
reaction to his arrival are very well done.

Title: When
<http://www.storiesofarda.com/chapterview.asp?sid=3577&cid=13548> One Door
Closes... . Author: GamgeeFest
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9> . Genres: Drama (includes Angst): The Shire . ID: 308
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Reviewer: Dreamflower
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5> . 2005-08-16 05:16:55 Score: 4
This is such a unique take on the death of Frodo's parents--sad, yet almost
serene, as they submit to the River when they are finally assured that their
child will be protected: and at that moment Bell Gamgee gives birth to
little Sam. It's not an obvious connection at all, yet once made, it seems
very obvious indeed. The years match, after all. The whole told in a
beautiful, sad, and lyrical style.

Title: Home Again
<http://www.storiesofarda.com/chapterlistview.asp?SID=2737> . Author:
grey_wonderer
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> . Genres: Drama (includes Angst): Post-Ring War . ID: 915

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Reviewer: Dreamflower
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5> . 2005-08-16 05:17:55 Score: 6
This is a very well done story of Merry's and Pippin's adjustment to once
more being home in the Shire. Grey Wonderer, as usual, has a slightly
different take on things that makes this subject, often covered in fanfic,
original. I especially like the repetiotion of the opening chapter as it
nears the end. The reactions of the hobbit's families to their
circumstances, as they fail to understand what their sons have been through,
are heart-breaking. And I love Frodo's practical compassion for his cousins.
The ending is just lovely. The whole story has the warmth and love one comes
to expect with this author, even though it is not her usual humorous style.

Title: The
<http://www.storiesofarda.com/chapterview.asp?sid=3020&cid=11670> trouble
with Jam . Author: grey_wonderer
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> . Genres: Humor: Children . ID: 882

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Reviewer: Dreamflower
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5> . 2005-08-16 05:18:49 Score: 5
Grey Wonderer's Pippin is tenacious, persisitant and clever, even at the
tender age of six. When he wants jam, nothing will stand in his way. I love
the way he interacts with the various people who interrupt his difficult
quest. I especially liked the interlude with Bilbo, who thought he had
gotten the better of the little Took, and his thoughts about Merry and
swimming. He can always take a few moments to be proud of his Merry, even
when in the middle of an important quest for jam. The bit about the hammer
at the end was inspired!

Title: Important
<http://www.storiesofarda.com/chapterview.asp?sid=2364&cid=12806> Choices .
Author: grey_wonderer
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> . Genres: Humor: Hobbits . ID: 879

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Reviewer: Dreamflower
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5> . 2005-08-16 05:19:31 Score: 4
I love this one. Pippin once more proves his competence to those who really
*should* know by now that he really isn't clueless, he just chooses to
appear that way sometimes. Merry is cute in his peacock vanity, and Frodo's
bewilderment at being confronted with Merry's vast array of waistcoats is
adorable. Pippin's parting shot is a lot of fun as well. "Second best
looking hobbit." Giggle.

Title: A <http://www.storiesofarda.com/chapterview.asp?sid=2364&cid=9766>
Soldier's Tale . Author: grey_wonderer
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> . Races/Places: Hobbits: Children . ID: 1134

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Reviewer: Dreamflower
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5> . 2005-08-16 05:20:00 Score: 2
This author has a real penchant for the quirky, and this cute little story,
told from the POV of one of little Merry's toy soldiers is just wonderful.

Title: A <http://www.storiesofarda.com/chapterlistview.asp?SID=3503> 'Just
Because' Gift . Author: grey_wonderer
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> . Races/Places: Hobbits: Children . ID: 1187

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Reviewer: Dreamflower
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5> . 2005-08-16 05:20:37 Score: 3
This is a very sweet story of what happens when Pippin comes across an old
toy in a junk shop that brings back special memories for Bilbo. I love young
Merry in this story, and Bilbo is absolutely delightful. The ending just
makes you want to go, "aaawww".

Title: The
<http://www.storiesofarda.com/chapterview.asp?sid=2364&cid=10886> Wedding
Table . Author: grey_wonderer
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> . Races/Places: Hobbits: Pippin . ID: 790

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Reviewer: Dreamflower
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5> . 2005-08-16 05:21:25 Score: 4
This one always makes me grin like an idiot. From the bantering argument
between Merry and Pippin at the start of the story on. Poor Merry as a
frustrated inventor is an interesting characterization, and when he finally
retaliates by gluing his cousin to the table it gets even funnier. But the
best part is the Pippin and Diamond interaction. I do not believe I have
ever seen a more original, unusual, or funnier situation in which they have
a first kiss!

Title: Clearing the
<http://www.storiesofarda.com/chapterlistview.asp?SID=3064> Heir . Author:
Lindelea
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> . Books/Time: The Lord of The Rings: Incomplete . ID: 1114

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Reviewer: Dreamflower
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5> . 2005-08-16 05:22:47 Score: 2
A nice little story showing how Bilbo began to think of the possiblity of
adopting an heir. The Sackville-Bagginses are appropriately nasty, and the
unexpected arrival of Tooks put "uncle-ish" thoughts in Bilbo's head.

Title: Shire: <http://www.storiesofarda.com/chapterlistview.asp?SID=1052>
Beginnings . Author: Lindelea
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> . Genres: Adventure: Long Form . ID: 703

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Reviewer: Dreamflower
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5> . 2005-08-16 05:23:29 Score: 3
A very excellent story detailing the origins of the Fallohide hobbits, how
they came to leave their forest homes and venture west; many of the things
we come to later learn about hobbits are hinted at here, and we see the
ancestors of our heros show the seeds of that heroism. Very logical and
plausible.

Title: The Courtship
<http://www.henneth-annun.net/stories/chapter.cfm?STID=1189> of Samwise
Gamgee . Author: Lindelea
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> . Races/Places: Hobbits: Poetry . ID: 463

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Reviewer: Dreamflower
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5> . 2005-08-16 05:24:08 Score: 4
Now I could easily see Merry and Pippin writing this little ditty to perform
at Sam's wedding. As long as it rhymed they would not be much concerned with
the accuracy of the lyrics. And I am more than certain that Pippin would
have come up with a very catchy tune. I would love to have seen Sam's face
when they sang it. I also enjoyed the "official correspondence"; it was
quite funny!



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