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Title: Foresight <http://www.fanfiction.net/s/2305064/1/> · Author:
quirky_orthodox
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3> · Genres: Movie-verse: Vignette · ID: 1044
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Reviewer: Leaward
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2> · 2005-08-16 10:32:15 Score: 4
I generally try to avoid movie-verse and stick to authors who are
book-verse, but this vignette is an interesting look into Haldir's decision
to go to Helm's Deep despite the foresight that he would die there. And
keeping in character, Celeborn's acceptance of Haldir's decision.

Quirky (Sophia) writes in a classically literary style that has been lost
with the MTV generation and it's lovely to read another story with layers. A
wonderful effort.

Title: The Doom of <http://www.fanfiction.net/s/2310694/1/> Mandos ·
Author: quirky_orthodox
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3> · Books/Time: The Lord of The Rings: Incomplete · ID: 1043
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Reviewer: Leaward
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2> · 2005-08-16 10:36:20 Score: 6
This is an interesting Work-in-Progress about what might have happened had
Galadriel taken the ring, and Celeborn's efforts to stop her.

Quirky (Sophia) again has tried to keep all her characters 'in-character'
even while taking Galadriel off in a whole different route as she controls
the ring -- or is the ring in control of her?

While slightly passive in style, the emotion and detail helps make it an
interesting story to watch unfold and Quirky writes it in a way that you
could imagine it happening and find yourself wondering ... "what might have
happened if Galadriel had taken the ring?" It certainly was on Galadriel's
mind, and was a definite possibility. I'm interested to see its conclusion.

Title: Lost
<http://www.storiesofarda.com/chapterview.asp?sid=1828&cid=7613> and Found ·
Author: Bodkin
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1> · Books/Time: Post-Ring War · ID: 1253
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Reviewer: Leaward
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2> · 2005-08-16 10:43:22 Score: 4
Bodkin manages to write so much detail, so much emotion using so few words
that she amazes me. I have much to learn from her style, and this story is
one example that I should print out and read often. The idea of Pippin's
return from his mother's point of view, allows Bodkin to get into the depth
and emotion she needs to display the differences betwen the 'before-the-war'
Pippin to the mature, slightly haunted 'after-the-war' Pippin.

A wonderfully haunting story.

Title: Daisy's
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Wonderful Day · Author: Isil
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7> Elensar · Genres: Drama (includes Angst): The Shire · ID: 1196
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Reviewer: Rhapsody
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9> · 2005-08-16 10:57:16 Score: 3
A beautiful short story that features OC hobbits only. The author remains
authentic to the hobbit canon, even without the use of canon hobbits like
Merry and Pippin. The storytelling is light, with a pinch of angst in it,
but it makes a delightful read. This is the author's first fanfic and I
think her grasp of the language and storytelling is quite good.

Title: A
<http://www.scribesoferiador.com/story/index.php?option=com_ewriting&Itemid=
42&func=storyinfo&story=15> Betrothal and Wedding · Author: Isil
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7> Elensar · Genres: Romance: Elves · ID: 1198
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Reviewer: Rhapsody
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9> · 2005-08-16 11:01:40 Score: 3
A story that needed to be told. A glimpes of Galadriel's childhood, her
mother telling how she fell for her father in Valinor. The author writes a
beautiful story around the Noldo elves on Valinor, making you longing for
more stories around that time. I appreciated the hint that Galadriel had
foresight, this detail makes the story special.

Title: Maps
<http://www.livejournal.com/users/talechallenge13/5559.html#cutid1> and
Legends · Author: Anso
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6> the Hobbit · Books/Time: Post-Ring War: Shire · ID: 1191
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Reviewer: Rhapsody
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9> · 2005-08-16 11:04:13 Score: 4
This is an amazing, warm, and loving story. The author writes with depth and
cares the emotions of the characters. The hesitation and motherly care of
Esmeralda. The letters of Frodo that contains wisdom, but also feelings and
worry on how his friends will take his parting. The effect it has on Merry
is well written, it shows that the author too great effort in background
research to give the story a hobbity touch.

Title: Under
<http://www.livejournal.com/users/talechallenge14/802.html#cutid1> the
Umbrella · Author: Mysterious
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7> Jedi · Genres: Humor: Hobbits · ID: 1194
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Reviewer: Rhapsody
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9> · 2005-08-16 11:04:57 Score: 2
This story is so sharp and witty written: it makes me laugh every time when
I read it. Lobelia and umbrella's, Pip being Pip. The author makes the
characters come to life for me but does not loose sight of the humorous
undertone a single moment.

Title: White Gull From The
<http://www.scribeoz.com/fanfic/story.php?no=1136> Sea · Author: Sivan
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0> Shemesh · Genres: Mystery · ID: 925
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Reviewer: Rhapsody
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9> · 2005-08-16 11:05:20 Score: 2
This is a sweet and little tale that features a friendship between the three
heroes of the fellowship. The dialogue is well written and the manner how
Legolas responds to the sea... chilling.

Title: Circle of Hands <http://www.scribeoz.com/fanfic/story.php?no=1493> ·
Author: Ghettoelleth
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7> · Genres: Romance: Incomplete · ID: 165
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Reviewer: Rhapsody
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9> · 2005-08-16 11:07:15 Score: 4
For a WIP.. it is surely a captivating one. I like the way the author takes
you through the history of Arda, starting with the Valar: laying a firm
basis for a compelling and a very addictive story. The dialogue is witty and
sharp, the narrative parts are very well written and the characterisation is
excellent. At the end of the chapters so far, the author has incorporated
author notes, but I cannot wait to see how this story ends.

Title: Hobbits in
<http://www.livejournal.com/users/talechal12/7246.html#cutid1> 4 · Author:
Isil
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7> Elensar · Races/Places: Hobbits · ID: 1195
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Reviewer: Rhapsody
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9> · 2005-08-16 11:08:42 Score: 3
This is a funny and witty story. I like the format a lot. Four vignettes,
four OC hobbits and it feels very hobbity. But throughout these four
vignettes you can see how the overall story develops. The author has written
this series of vignettes in such a manner, that it makes a full circle.
Cunning storytelling and true to the hobbit spirit.

Title: Riders of
<http://www.storiesofarda.com/chapterlistview.asp?SID=3254> Rohan · Author:
Songspinner
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1> · Races/Places: Cross-Cultural: Drabble · ID: 654
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Reviewer: Rhapsody
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9> · 2005-08-16 11:09:06 Score: 4
Songspinner weaves an incredibly lovely and touching tale where two cultures
meet. I loved the ritual the author wrote, it feels like a true passage of
the rites. The interaction between the characters is incredibly well
written, and Merry's little girl was very charming, the way she rode her
pony, beaming so proudly. Songspinner created a beautiful image of a family
event in a story that I read often.

Title: Equals
<http://www.livejournal.com/users/talechallenge13/7734.html#cutid1> ·
Author: Beethoven's
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9> 7th · Genres: Romance: Incomplete · ID: 1110
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Reviewer: Rhapsody
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9> · 2005-08-16 11:09:31 Score: 4
Merry and Esmaralda, a given canon marriage, but how on earth did they fall
for each other. The author gives you a wonderful insight in how, according
to her, they came to know each other better. With this she uses the hobbit
culture and convention as a solid base. I love the way she let this romance
evolve, in such a tender and humorous way that made me chuckle. True to
Tolkien and true to the book: an excellent story.

Title: Promises to
<http://www.storiesofarda.com/chapterlistview.asp?SID=2919> Keep · Author:
Leaward
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2> · Races/Places: Men: Eriador · ID: 169
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Reviewer: Rhapsody
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9> · 2005-08-16 11:18:34 Score: 9
What a fantastic story! While reading this, I was immensely surprised by the
many layers the author writes to weave an enormous epic tale. More then once
I find myself thinking, wait a minute; I browse back and see the little
suggestions the author left there. Those little gems she leaves, makes a
second, or a third reading absolutely worthwhile. A story with suspense,
romance, angst..., and above all: rangers. What I find really good about
this story is that it contains strongly written original characters, while
maintaining a good writing style. The author takes her time establishing her
characters and surroundings, adding a character trait or a piece of
development as she goes along. She paints a very lively picture of a Ranger
who tries to serve his chieftain during the War of Ring, putting his life
and heart on the line and in the meantime, keeping your eyes glued to the
monitor, or paper, maintaining the suspense in the story. Leaward knows what
she is writing about, for me, Eriador, and her inhabitants come to live for
me through her writing. The twist (or shall I say twists), which I did not
saw coming, is fantastically written and makes you want to read more stories
written by this author.

Title: Swords <http://www.storiesofarda.com/chapterlistview.asp?SID=3102>
Returned · Author: Leaward
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2> · Races/Places: Men: Eriador · ID: 172
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Reviewer: Rhapsody
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9> · 2005-08-16 11:19:43 Score: 3
Dunedain traditions explained to a child. How on earth can you approach
that? Which angle do you choose and how do you word it? This beautiful
vignette written by Leaward manages to do so. With care and eye for detail,
the author introduces you into the world of the rangers, seen through a
child's eye. I truly enjoyed this story. Well done!

Title: Sulnur <http://www.theoriginalseries.com/sulnur.htm> · Author:
sulriel
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· Races/Places: Rohan: Original Characters · ID: 145
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Reviewer: Rhapsody
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9> · 2005-08-16 11:23:50 Score: 3
Sulnur is a beautiful written story seen and experienced through the eyes of
a Rohirrim horse. This unique perspective shows you loyalty and the hardness
of these horses. First the horse jealously, but when it comes down to
protecting her rider, she doesn't want to leave. A well written story
brought by an author which moves me every time when I read it.

Title: Sulnur <http://www.theoriginalseries.com/sulnur.htm> · Author:
sulriel
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· Races/Places: Rohan: Original Characters · ID: 145
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Reviewer: Leaward
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2> · 2005-08-16 11:24:03 Score: 4
Sulnur is a lovely story with a twist in the middle. The idea of the horse
and rider working together as a team works so well. That it's told from the
unique perspective of the horse, rather than the rider, adds to the mystery,
the intrigue and even the sense that you want the rider to live and wonder
what Sulnur's fate would be should her master die.

A masterful story that captures the emotion of both man and beast.

Title: Travel Times in <http://www.theoriginalseries.com/traveltimes.htm>
Middle-earth · Author: sulriel
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· Genres: Non-Fiction · ID: 144
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Reviewer: Rhapsody
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9> · 2005-08-16 11:28:21 Score: 5
Here is a piece of fiction I cannot go without while writing a story or when
I do research for an author. It is concise, well thought out and presents a
good overview how to travel with your horse, how long it takes and which
route you can choose. The construction of the tables with data is presented
in such a manner, that you can easily combine it with other routes, or
making up new ones.

A must have site/article when you start to plan a story, or even when you
are in the middle of writing one: it helps you a great deal in making your
story more realistic.

Title: Abrecan <http://www.storiesofarda.com/chapterlistview.asp?SID=3053>
· Author: Rhapsody
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9> · Races/Places: Rohan: Original Characters · ID: 433
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Reviewer: Leaward
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2> · 2005-08-16 11:29:44 Score: 3
I like how Rhapsody has Aragorn determined to ride Abrecan but the horse
still manages to keep its own character/personality despite the
elven-trained rider. I think most writers would have had Aragorn immediately
win over the horse and she would be docile beneath him. It was interesting
to see that 'not' happen. Nicely done!

Title: Rohirrim Grey <http://www.theoriginalseries.com/rohirrimgrey.htm> ·
Author: sulriel
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· Genres: Non-Fiction · ID: 143
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Reviewer: Rhapsody
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9> · 2005-08-16 11:32:27 Score: 3
This is another essential piece of fiction that can be of great use while
you write a story, especially when it envolves horses. Sulriel explains in
great detail everthing you should know about describing your horse and gives
practical examples. Well structured and good to read, even if you are not
familiar with equine terminology.

Title: Artist's
<http://www.storiesofarda.com/chapterview.asp?sid=3252&cid=12417>
Appreciation · Author: sulriel
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· Genres: Romance: Incomplete · ID: 146
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Reviewer: Rhapsody
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9> · 2005-08-16 11:35:46 Score: 2
A tantalizing portrait of a young Celeborn, who cannot wish to be that near
to this Sindar Lord. Since the story is still complete, I am curious where
Lhende will end up next...

Title: Gathering of
<http://www.storiesofarda.com/chapterlistview.asp?SID=3083> the Grey Company
· Author: Leaward
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2> · Books/Time: Gap-Filler: Grey Company · ID: 171
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Reviewer: Rhapsody
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9> · 2005-08-16 11:40:39 Score: 4
An excellent gapfiller, the author explains in clear storyteller why so many
Dunedain could be mustered. The decisions made must have been incredibly
hard and I love this insight in Halbarad's character. Leaward remains
genuine in her writing and storytelling, her thorough research shines
through, which gives you a realistic feeling, true to Tolkien's world.

Title: Two of <http://www.storiesofarda.com/chapterlistview.asp?SID=3132>
Thirty-One · Author: Leaward
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2> · Races/Places: Men · ID: 174
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Reviewer: Rhapsody
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9> · 2005-08-16 11:48:17 Score: 7
This is a hell of a gap filler; those were my initial thoughts when I
finished reading this story. I feel like this story could use more chapters,
but I have that with every story written by this author. She has such a
compelling manner of writing; you just want to read more. This story is an
actual sequel to Promises to keep, but the author writes it in such way that
you can go easily without it.

The story has a linear feel, the events about the war of the ring seen
through a Dunedain ranger who looks back on the events through chilling
flashbacks. But not only the flashbacks tell the story: the severe
consequences of this story is told as well, making you wonder if the
original characters will ever fully heal. Leaward shows her amazing writing
skills with this tale. I simply marvel at the way she is telling the story
that keeps me glued to the screen from the beginning to the end.


Title: Nimloth's
<http://www.storiesofarda.com/chapterlistview.asp?SID=3164> Grace · Author:
Rhapsody
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9> · Books/Time: The Silmarillion: Second Age · ID: 434
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Reviewer: Leaward
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2> · 2005-08-16 12:01:40 Score: 5
Rhapsody has taken us into a world that is seldom ventured into -- Numenor
just before its fall. Sauron's manipulations and the Elendili is such a
wealth of intrigue and the author has delved into it feet first by exploring
'how' a seed from Nimloth was saved despite the decree to destroy the link
to the Trees of Valinor.

She has developed a world rich with detail and taken Tolkien characters and
infused them with their unique personalities true to canon. An inspiring
story true to the spirit of the Lord of the Rings fanfic world.

Title: Instruments
<http://www.storiesofarda.com/chapterlistview.asp?SID=2830> · Author:
Beethoven's
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9> 7th · Genres: Drama (includes Angst): Incomplete · ID: 425
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Reviewer: Leaward
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2> · 2005-08-16 12:33:49 Score: 7
Instruments is a wonderful look into the dark times of Hobbiton once the
quest has begun and the hobbits are left to their own devices. It begins
peacefully enough but then the author introduces the grim changes and the
characters you have learned to care for, worry about, are threatened. It is
nice to see a hobbit story that is not all sweetness and light yet still
shows the 'grit' of the characters that hobbits obviously have. Beethoven's
7th has a flair for story telling and should continue to write and hone her
craft -- she has talent.

Being a fan of rangers, her Tharon ranger inspired me and reminded me that
not all about Rangers is dark and mysterious but they also have their light
times and I brought some of that into my own stories. I'm interested to see
where this goes, and I hope the writer updates soon!

Title: Good
<http://www.storiesofarda.com/chapterview.asp?sid=3484&cid=13226> welcome
they found · Author: Tanaqui
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> · Books/Time: The Silmarillion: Drabble · ID: 1371

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Reviewer: Dwimordene
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· 2005-08-16 12:35:42 Score: 2
Interesting perspective. I'd not thought how Cirdan might view his own
connection with the naval supremacy of the later Númenoreans.


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