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Msg# 7622
Author Reviews for 17 November - part 2 Posted by Rhapsody November 17, 2006 - 15:11:59 Topic ID# 7622Author: Larner · ID: 242 · Genres: Drama [107]: General
Reviewer: Lindelea · 2006-11-11 01:22:01
Hats off to Larner's meticulously researched stories: rich in detail,
fully developed characters that seem to live and breathe, deep and
carefully woven plots, thought-provoking themes. This author writes a
rich and chewy style that leaves one with food for thought when the
reading is done.
-----------------------------------------
Author: Marigold · ID: 98 · Genres: Drama [107]: General
Reviewer: Lindelea · 2006-11-11 01:24:36
A fine author in her own right, Marigold also shines in the "fandom"
with her generous giving of her time and LOTR knowledge, and
encouragement of other writers who wish to better their craft. Her love
for all things Tolkien is evident in all her work.
-----------------------------------------
Author: Marta · ID: 16 · Genres: Drama [107]: General
Reviewer: Lindelea · 2006-11-11 01:26:12
Not only does Marta write a good story, but has given unstintingly of
her time to make the MEFAs happen this year. Thanks, Marta, for all
you've done.
-----------------------------------------
Author: Nilmandra · ID: 444 · Genres: Drama [107]: General
Reviewer: Lindelea · 2006-11-11 01:31:37
Nilmandra is another author on my "want to read" list, especially her
"History". I find her Elves very true to LOTR, and am even drawn to
learn more about the characters she writes about.
-----------------------------------------
Author: Piplover · ID: 390 · Genres: Drama [107]: General
Reviewer: Lindelea · 2006-11-11 01:34:31
Well-drawn characters and relationships, flashes of humour,
heart-stopping "hurt" followed by warm comfort, Piplover is a skilled
weaver of tales.
-----------------------------------------
Author: pippinfan88 · ID: 331 · Genres: Humor [50]: General
Reviewer: Lindelea · 2006-11-11 01:38:49
Sparkling dialogue, ratcheting up the humorous tension until the reader
can't help but burst out laughing, impeccable timing: these are all what
I've come to expect when this author presents a funny story.
-----------------------------------------
Author: Rabidsamfan · ID: 380 · Genres: Drama [107]: Fixed-Length Ficlet
Reviewer: Lindelea · 2006-11-11 01:41:04
Rabidsamfan has got to be one of the finest drabble-writers in any
fandom she cares to inhabit. In the space of 100 words, she spins a
complete thought, sometimes leaving the reader smiling, sometimes
shaken, sometimes haunted with a bittersweet feeling that lingers long
after the reading.
-----------------------------------------
Author: Rabidsamfan · ID: 380 · Genres: Drama [107]: General
Reviewer: Lindelea · 2006-11-11 01:44:02
Rabidsamfan has a way of drawing characters and their relationships that
brings them to life, as if they might step off the page. Great attention
to detail that makes the reader feel that all five senses (and sometimes
a sixth) are fully engaged.
-----------------------------------------
Author: storyfish · ID: 623 · Races: Hobbits [106]: General
Reviewer: Lindelea · 2006-11-11 01:45:50
Storyfish writes with a marvellous blend of drama and wry humour. I
especially like the way she writes Pippin, who never seems to take
himself completely seriously, even in the most serious of situations. I
would like to see more from this author's imagination!
-----------------------------------------
Author: SlightlyTookish · ID: 205 · Races: Hobbits [106]: General
Reviewer: Lindelea · 2006-11-11 01:47:59
I have just begun to read this author's works, and am looking forward to
reading more. I love the interactions between Pippin and Gandalf,
especially, that I have read, and the notion, very true to Tolkien
canon, that stars have personalities. (I love the notion that Pippin has
his own, too.)
-----------------------------------------
Author: Songspinner · ID: 351 · Races: Hobbits [106]: General
Reviewer: Lindelea · 2006-11-11 01:50:17
The one story I remember reading by this author, "Peace Comes Dropping
Slow", was heart-warming and heart-breaking at once, with the depth of
love portrayed. Lovely touch with detail, characterisation, and dialogue.
-----------------------------------------
Author: Pearl Took · ID: 72 · Races: Hobbits [106]: General
Reviewer: Lindelea · 2006-11-11 01:53:01
Whenever I see a new chapter/story alert from PearlTook, my heart leaps
and even when I'm pressed for time I often cannot resist taking a peek.
I love her "take" on the Tooks' faerie blood, the loving relationships
she sketches, the details of life, the fleshing out of minor characters
and adding her own touches of original thought.
-----------------------------------------
Author: pipkinsweetgrass · ID: 157 · Races: Hobbits [106]: General
Reviewer: Lindelea · 2006-11-11 01:55:27
Pipkinsweetgrass obviously has a great deal of respect for JRRT's world
and characters, especially Boromir. I love the details she weaves into
her writing, the character interactions, the touches of humour. Always
looking forward to reading more from this author.
-----------------------------------------
Author: Citrine · ID: 300 · Races: Hobbits [106]: General
Reviewer: Lindelea · 2006-11-11 02:03:38
I have loved Citrine's writings since the first ever published, and I
hope this author will continue writing and sharing her particular
version of events and gapfillers with her fortunate readers.
Heart-touching angst, well-drawn relationships, richly detailed
descriptions putting the reader in the scene, flashes of wry humour,
sometimes even subtle satire, all characterise her tales.
-----------------------------------------
Author: Dana · ID: 264 · Races: Hobbits [106]: Fixed-Length Ficlet
Reviewer: Lindelea · 2006-11-11 02:07:15
Dana taught me how to write drabbles in the first place, and after
reading a number of hers, I know that I learned from one of the masters
of the art. She has a way of building a mood, telling a complete tale in
the space of an hundred words; of leaving you with the curious doubled
feeling of both satisfaction, and wanting more.
-----------------------------------------
Author: Glassadar · ID: 697 · Races: Hobbits [106]: General
Reviewer: Lindelea · 2006-11-11 02:10:57
People-oriented and a charming young storyteller, Glassadar has a way of
holding your attention. I am very much looking forward to reading more
from this promising author's pencil in future.
-----------------------------------------
Author: Garnet Took · ID: 389 · Races: Hobbits [106]: General
Reviewer: Lindelea · 2006-11-11 02:14:40
Garnet Took writes with an obvious love of her characters. She sketches
their relationships with a deft hand, employing clever turns of phrase
that show very well how hobbits employ light words in all circumstances,
yet managing to convey a depth of feeling. Looking forward to reading
more from her pen.
-----------------------------------------
Author: Anso the Hobbit · ID: 386 · Races: Hobbits [106]: General
Reviewer: Lindelea · 2006-11-11 02:16:52
Anso's regard for hobbits, especially Merry, shines from the page. I am
especially impressed, knowing that English is not her first language.
Merry-centred stories are hard to come by, and so I'm doubly glad for
Anso's stories.
-----------------------------------------
Author: Ariel · ID: 162 · Races: Hobbits [106]: General
Reviewer: Lindelea · 2006-11-11 02:19:17
"The Angst Maven", and rightly so dubbed. Ariel is a good author to turn
to whenever your nails need a good trim. Of course, they just might end
up looking like movie-Frodo's before she's done! (I especially like her
strong and courageous Frodo!)
-----------------------------------------
Author: Dínossiel · ID: 709 · Races: Hobbits [106]: General
Reviewer: Lindelea · 2006-11-11 02:19:52
Some day this young author is going to publish a book, and I'm going to
be proud to say, "I knew her when." Vivid imagination and very
articulate. (Well versed in LOTR lore: even played "Frodo and Sam" with
younger sibling as a preschooler.)
-----------------------------------------
Author: Dreamflower · ID: 115 · Races: Hobbits [106]: General
Reviewer: Lindelea · 2006-11-11 02:22:59
Dreamflower is one of those authors who can draw me into a story so that
I lose all track of time and place and pressing events. (Burned dinner,
anyone?) Careful research, meticulous attention to detail, marvellous
description, well-drawn characters and relationships; these and more
characterise her stories and make me want to read more.
-----------------------------------------
Author: grey_wonderer · ID: 62 · Races: Hobbits [106]: General
Reviewer: Lindelea · 2006-11-11 02:24:41
Grey Wonderer has an amazing voice when it comes to dialogue. It sounds
so real! --as if I'm eavesdropping on a conversation taking place
nearby. Great timing, wonderful attention to detail, flashes of humour
that make the reader laugh unexpectedly--all these are hallmarks of a GW
tale.
-----------------------------------------
Author: Boz4PM · ID: 696 · Times: The Great Years [56]: General
Reviewer: Lindelea · 2006-11-11 02:28:43
Boz has a gift for making Middle-earth "real" in all its aspects. Just
one example: I never considered very deeply the *smell* of things there
(unwashed bodies, for example, or limited sanitation, and the very real
possibility of food poisoning); and yet her descriptions ring so true,
as to bring another layer of seeming truth to her storytelling. (Is this
really fiction?)
-----------------------------------------
Author: Boz4PM · ID: 696 · Races: Cross-Cultural [28]: General
Reviewer: Lindelea · 2006-11-11 02:30:39
Boz has done a wonderful job of painting Middle-earth from an outsider's
inside point of view. At once the characters are familiar, and yet have
such depths to them, somehow sounding more real than fictional. Looking
forward to reading more of Penny's story when RL relents.
-----------------------------------------
Author: Llinos · ID: 25 · Races: Hobbits [106]: Poetry
Reviewer: Lindelea · 2006-11-11 02:38:15
I had already written a glowing review of Llinos' poetry, but evidently
something happened and it wasn't saved. I'll try to get back before the
awards end to write something more coherent, but if not... from complex,
intricately crafted work to hilarious limerick, Llinos is the master of
her craft.
-----------------------------------------
Reviewer: Lindelea · 2006-11-11 01:22:01
Hats off to Larner's meticulously researched stories: rich in detail,
fully developed characters that seem to live and breathe, deep and
carefully woven plots, thought-provoking themes. This author writes a
rich and chewy style that leaves one with food for thought when the
reading is done.
-----------------------------------------
Author: Marigold · ID: 98 · Genres: Drama [107]: General
Reviewer: Lindelea · 2006-11-11 01:24:36
A fine author in her own right, Marigold also shines in the "fandom"
with her generous giving of her time and LOTR knowledge, and
encouragement of other writers who wish to better their craft. Her love
for all things Tolkien is evident in all her work.
-----------------------------------------
Author: Marta · ID: 16 · Genres: Drama [107]: General
Reviewer: Lindelea · 2006-11-11 01:26:12
Not only does Marta write a good story, but has given unstintingly of
her time to make the MEFAs happen this year. Thanks, Marta, for all
you've done.
-----------------------------------------
Author: Nilmandra · ID: 444 · Genres: Drama [107]: General
Reviewer: Lindelea · 2006-11-11 01:31:37
Nilmandra is another author on my "want to read" list, especially her
"History". I find her Elves very true to LOTR, and am even drawn to
learn more about the characters she writes about.
-----------------------------------------
Author: Piplover · ID: 390 · Genres: Drama [107]: General
Reviewer: Lindelea · 2006-11-11 01:34:31
Well-drawn characters and relationships, flashes of humour,
heart-stopping "hurt" followed by warm comfort, Piplover is a skilled
weaver of tales.
-----------------------------------------
Author: pippinfan88 · ID: 331 · Genres: Humor [50]: General
Reviewer: Lindelea · 2006-11-11 01:38:49
Sparkling dialogue, ratcheting up the humorous tension until the reader
can't help but burst out laughing, impeccable timing: these are all what
I've come to expect when this author presents a funny story.
-----------------------------------------
Author: Rabidsamfan · ID: 380 · Genres: Drama [107]: Fixed-Length Ficlet
Reviewer: Lindelea · 2006-11-11 01:41:04
Rabidsamfan has got to be one of the finest drabble-writers in any
fandom she cares to inhabit. In the space of 100 words, she spins a
complete thought, sometimes leaving the reader smiling, sometimes
shaken, sometimes haunted with a bittersweet feeling that lingers long
after the reading.
-----------------------------------------
Author: Rabidsamfan · ID: 380 · Genres: Drama [107]: General
Reviewer: Lindelea · 2006-11-11 01:44:02
Rabidsamfan has a way of drawing characters and their relationships that
brings them to life, as if they might step off the page. Great attention
to detail that makes the reader feel that all five senses (and sometimes
a sixth) are fully engaged.
-----------------------------------------
Author: storyfish · ID: 623 · Races: Hobbits [106]: General
Reviewer: Lindelea · 2006-11-11 01:45:50
Storyfish writes with a marvellous blend of drama and wry humour. I
especially like the way she writes Pippin, who never seems to take
himself completely seriously, even in the most serious of situations. I
would like to see more from this author's imagination!
-----------------------------------------
Author: SlightlyTookish · ID: 205 · Races: Hobbits [106]: General
Reviewer: Lindelea · 2006-11-11 01:47:59
I have just begun to read this author's works, and am looking forward to
reading more. I love the interactions between Pippin and Gandalf,
especially, that I have read, and the notion, very true to Tolkien
canon, that stars have personalities. (I love the notion that Pippin has
his own, too.)
-----------------------------------------
Author: Songspinner · ID: 351 · Races: Hobbits [106]: General
Reviewer: Lindelea · 2006-11-11 01:50:17
The one story I remember reading by this author, "Peace Comes Dropping
Slow", was heart-warming and heart-breaking at once, with the depth of
love portrayed. Lovely touch with detail, characterisation, and dialogue.
-----------------------------------------
Author: Pearl Took · ID: 72 · Races: Hobbits [106]: General
Reviewer: Lindelea · 2006-11-11 01:53:01
Whenever I see a new chapter/story alert from PearlTook, my heart leaps
and even when I'm pressed for time I often cannot resist taking a peek.
I love her "take" on the Tooks' faerie blood, the loving relationships
she sketches, the details of life, the fleshing out of minor characters
and adding her own touches of original thought.
-----------------------------------------
Author: pipkinsweetgrass · ID: 157 · Races: Hobbits [106]: General
Reviewer: Lindelea · 2006-11-11 01:55:27
Pipkinsweetgrass obviously has a great deal of respect for JRRT's world
and characters, especially Boromir. I love the details she weaves into
her writing, the character interactions, the touches of humour. Always
looking forward to reading more from this author.
-----------------------------------------
Author: Citrine · ID: 300 · Races: Hobbits [106]: General
Reviewer: Lindelea · 2006-11-11 02:03:38
I have loved Citrine's writings since the first ever published, and I
hope this author will continue writing and sharing her particular
version of events and gapfillers with her fortunate readers.
Heart-touching angst, well-drawn relationships, richly detailed
descriptions putting the reader in the scene, flashes of wry humour,
sometimes even subtle satire, all characterise her tales.
-----------------------------------------
Author: Dana · ID: 264 · Races: Hobbits [106]: Fixed-Length Ficlet
Reviewer: Lindelea · 2006-11-11 02:07:15
Dana taught me how to write drabbles in the first place, and after
reading a number of hers, I know that I learned from one of the masters
of the art. She has a way of building a mood, telling a complete tale in
the space of an hundred words; of leaving you with the curious doubled
feeling of both satisfaction, and wanting more.
-----------------------------------------
Author: Glassadar · ID: 697 · Races: Hobbits [106]: General
Reviewer: Lindelea · 2006-11-11 02:10:57
People-oriented and a charming young storyteller, Glassadar has a way of
holding your attention. I am very much looking forward to reading more
from this promising author's pencil in future.
-----------------------------------------
Author: Garnet Took · ID: 389 · Races: Hobbits [106]: General
Reviewer: Lindelea · 2006-11-11 02:14:40
Garnet Took writes with an obvious love of her characters. She sketches
their relationships with a deft hand, employing clever turns of phrase
that show very well how hobbits employ light words in all circumstances,
yet managing to convey a depth of feeling. Looking forward to reading
more from her pen.
-----------------------------------------
Author: Anso the Hobbit · ID: 386 · Races: Hobbits [106]: General
Reviewer: Lindelea · 2006-11-11 02:16:52
Anso's regard for hobbits, especially Merry, shines from the page. I am
especially impressed, knowing that English is not her first language.
Merry-centred stories are hard to come by, and so I'm doubly glad for
Anso's stories.
-----------------------------------------
Author: Ariel · ID: 162 · Races: Hobbits [106]: General
Reviewer: Lindelea · 2006-11-11 02:19:17
"The Angst Maven", and rightly so dubbed. Ariel is a good author to turn
to whenever your nails need a good trim. Of course, they just might end
up looking like movie-Frodo's before she's done! (I especially like her
strong and courageous Frodo!)
-----------------------------------------
Author: Dínossiel · ID: 709 · Races: Hobbits [106]: General
Reviewer: Lindelea · 2006-11-11 02:19:52
Some day this young author is going to publish a book, and I'm going to
be proud to say, "I knew her when." Vivid imagination and very
articulate. (Well versed in LOTR lore: even played "Frodo and Sam" with
younger sibling as a preschooler.)
-----------------------------------------
Author: Dreamflower · ID: 115 · Races: Hobbits [106]: General
Reviewer: Lindelea · 2006-11-11 02:22:59
Dreamflower is one of those authors who can draw me into a story so that
I lose all track of time and place and pressing events. (Burned dinner,
anyone?) Careful research, meticulous attention to detail, marvellous
description, well-drawn characters and relationships; these and more
characterise her stories and make me want to read more.
-----------------------------------------
Author: grey_wonderer · ID: 62 · Races: Hobbits [106]: General
Reviewer: Lindelea · 2006-11-11 02:24:41
Grey Wonderer has an amazing voice when it comes to dialogue. It sounds
so real! --as if I'm eavesdropping on a conversation taking place
nearby. Great timing, wonderful attention to detail, flashes of humour
that make the reader laugh unexpectedly--all these are hallmarks of a GW
tale.
-----------------------------------------
Author: Boz4PM · ID: 696 · Times: The Great Years [56]: General
Reviewer: Lindelea · 2006-11-11 02:28:43
Boz has a gift for making Middle-earth "real" in all its aspects. Just
one example: I never considered very deeply the *smell* of things there
(unwashed bodies, for example, or limited sanitation, and the very real
possibility of food poisoning); and yet her descriptions ring so true,
as to bring another layer of seeming truth to her storytelling. (Is this
really fiction?)
-----------------------------------------
Author: Boz4PM · ID: 696 · Races: Cross-Cultural [28]: General
Reviewer: Lindelea · 2006-11-11 02:30:39
Boz has done a wonderful job of painting Middle-earth from an outsider's
inside point of view. At once the characters are familiar, and yet have
such depths to them, somehow sounding more real than fictional. Looking
forward to reading more of Penny's story when RL relents.
-----------------------------------------
Author: Llinos · ID: 25 · Races: Hobbits [106]: Poetry
Reviewer: Lindelea · 2006-11-11 02:38:15
I had already written a glowing review of Llinos' poetry, but evidently
something happened and it wasn't saved. I'll try to get back before the
awards end to write something more coherent, but if not... from complex,
intricately crafted work to hilarious limerick, Llinos is the master of
her craft.
-----------------------------------------
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