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Msg# 9342
MEFA Reviews for Saturday, August 2, 2008 (Part One) Posted by Ann August 02, 2008 - 20:38:56 Topic ID# 9342Title: Alqualondë · Author: Moreth · Genres: Drama: General
Fixed-Length Ficlets · ID: 220
Reviewer: Dwimordene · 2008-07-24 18:30:03
Succinct and to the point in each case - the Kin-slayer's perspective
on the ease and dis-ease of war was well-played and wrapped the
sequence up nicely.
Title: The Scribe and the Heir · Author: Dawn Felagund · Genres:
Drama: Featuring the Noldor · ID: 256
Reviewer: Dwimordene · 2008-07-24 18:30:14
Spoilers!
I'm not familiar with the longer stories into which this vignette will
fit or perhaps does already fit, but it's a lovely depiction of the
cost to children when they become the fulcrum of their parents'
quarrels. Granted, Maedhros is not a child, but the weight of being a
father's beloved son, the one who bears the burden of being an
extension of his father's sense of self, is palpable.
The unconscious, undesired kinship of Feanor and Fingolfin in their
jealousy, in the way in which they reduce their sons' desires for
friendship to a reflection on themselves and their half-feared
failings and anger, is telling and well-portrayed.
Nicely done, Dawn!
Title: Enticements · Author: annmarwalk · Genres: Drama: Featuring
Boromir or Faramir · ID: 266
Reviewer: Dwimordene · 2008-07-24 18:30:21
Spoilers!
In FOTR, the Fellowship's discussion of the temptation that Galadriel
appears to have offered everyone gets a rather vocal rebuff from
Boromir. Nevertheless, the reader is left with the notion that on some
level, the fantasy has sunk in - the desire for the power to save
Gondor has taken hold. In the absence of proof of the senses that he
can trust where the Ring's nature is concerned, Boromir has no real
ground for rejecting the Ring.
Ann's version of this fantasy scene of temptation is interesting
because although it draws Boromir's contempt and anger, such as we
seem him deploy in the book scenes, is here untroubled, it seems, by
the perhaps buried suspicion that [the lady doth protest too much].
It's precisely because he can't believe the fantasy, that it's too
perfect and so in fact spoils itself in the very image of his
Ann!verse lover, Theodred, that his anger is roused.
Interesting interpretation, as it seems to push Boromir towards taking
the Ring in despair, rather than out of that combination, brought out
so clearly in his father, of [pride and despair.]
Title: Terra Incognita · Author: Branwyn (Lady Branwyn) · Genres:
Humor: Drabbles · ID: 723
Reviewer: Raksha the Demon · 2008-07-24 18:33:50
Spoilers!
Branwyn offers up an unusual drabble here, in a hundred-word portrait
of a quiet moment in the War to End All Wars - not the Ring War, but
World War I, in the trenches, where two soldiers discuss the future
author of LOTR. This is Real Life with a pinch of fantasy, in the
acknowledgment of Tolkien's odd ideas and language usage.
The brief description of the trench, with constant rain and dirt and
only a bit of cheer from hot coffed, is a telling glimpse into the
daily routine of this sad time in world history.
Title: There Was A Hobbit · Author: agape4gondor · Genres: Humor:
Drabbles · ID: 111
Reviewer: Raksha the Demon · 2008-07-24 18:43:30
Spoilers!
Agape shows a delightfully wicked side. This drabble made me laugh
along with Haldir and Boromir. And it ties into HoME, which revealed
that JRRT had named his hobbit hero "Bingo" before choosing the
somewhat more dignified name of "Frodo".
Title: There shall be Mirth at our Meeting · Author: Imhiriel ·
Genres: Humor: Drabbles · ID: 377
Reviewer: Raksha the Demon · 2008-07-24 18:46:37
Spoilers!
An amusing nod to the foul-but-fair aspect of Aragorn as king
incognito and macho Ranger. The character of the piemaker's wife is
beautifully sketched here; a happily married young woman who can
nonetheless appreciate a tall, dark and charismatic stranger. And good
attention is paid to Strider's sense of humor.
Title: Writer's Bloke · Author: stefaniab · Genres: Humor: Drabbles ·
ID: 431
Reviewer: Raksha the Demon · 2008-07-24 18:52:04
Spoilers!
Sigh. Wouldn't we writers all love to have our favorite heroes sit on
top of our desks looking [fetching and desirably grubby]?
Stefania captures the difficulty of dealing with fickle Muses, and the
delights of a fanfic writer's fertile imagination, perfectly expressed
in a hundred compelling words.
Title: And all was made ready · Author: Dreamflower · Races:
Cross-Cultural: Friendship · ID: 427
Reviewer: SurgicalSteel · 2008-07-24 22:44:20
This was such a fun read! A lovely set of vignettes designed to give
the reader impressions of the preparations for Aragorn's coronation as
well as the event itself - from the hobbits' perspectives. I enjoyed
every bit of it!
Title: Summer's Lease · Author: Raksha the Demon · Genres: Romance:
Gondor · ID: 650
Reviewer: SurgicalSteel · 2008-07-24 22:50:22
This is a lovely little romantic vignette which paints a wonderful
picture of a married woman's romantic love for her husband. A
wonderful read for a hot summer evening!
Title: Generations · Author: Bodkin · Genres: Drama: Featuring Aragorn
· ID: 508
Reviewer: SurgicalSteel · 2008-07-24 23:15:37
Spoilers!
This was an entertaining look at Eldarion struggling with the fact
that he's not quite what his father wants him to be - and Aragorn
struggling with the fact that his son needs something he can't give
him: the equivalent of boot camp or military school. An enjoyable
premise and well-executed!
Title: Handy With A Sword · Author: Tanaqui · Genres: Romance: Other
Fixed-Length Ficlets · ID: 437
Reviewer: SurgicalSteel · 2008-07-24 23:20:01
This was an enjoyable look at the romance between Faramir and Eowyn,
and had me laughing out loud.
Title: Amara · Author: Claudia · Genres: Mystery · ID: 236
Reviewer: SurgicalSteel · 2008-07-24 23:25:22
This is a lovely, haunting, romantic ghost story. Claudia so often is
associated with the wild wild AU stories, and I think there's
sometimes a tendency to forget that she also writes wonderful
canon-mindful gapfillers. This is one of the latter types, and
gorgeously done.
Title: Lock Out · Author: pippinfan88 · Races: Hobbits · ID: 307
Reviewer: SurgicalSteel · 2008-07-24 23:28:47
Pippin and Diamond's discomfiture at being locked out of the house was
hilarious, as was the twist once they finally figure out a way to get
in. Made me laugh out loud.
Title: The Healers from the Sea · Author: Mews1945 · Genres: Drama:
Hurt/Comfort · ID: 202
Reviewer: SurgicalSteel · 2008-07-24 23:33:32
This is such a lovely, peaceful, gentle encounter for Frodo that I
find myself wishing that it really did transpire. Beautifully written
prose and a lovely premise.
Title: Cold · Author: febobe · Genres: Drama: Featuring Frodo or Sam ·
ID: 239
Reviewer: stefaniab · 2008-07-24 23:37:27
On the surface, "Cold" is a gentle hurt/comfort tale told in five
parts, each part featuring either the point-of-view of the injured or
the healer. The internal dialogue for each point-of-view perfectly
illustrates the differences in the two character's cultures and life
experiences--a fearful hobbit who has fled from a hair-raising
confrontation with a human. Febobe contrasts this to the point of view
of the man, for whom halfings were only the stuff of frightening
nightmares. Based on this criteria alone, I would highly rate "Cold."
However, there is much more to say about the story.
"Cold" fills in a gap following one of the most controversial--for
some--moments in Jackson's film trilogy. It offers comfort and healing
for Frodo after his Nazgul encounter beside the walls of Osgiliath.
Frodo is gently nursed on a real bed warmed by hot stones. The man who
offers him healing, while deeply troubled by the Ring around Frodo's
neck, is Faramir. In the views of both, an alternately
worried/combative Sam filters in and out.
As a writer who tries to write movieverse within a canon context, I
hugely appreciate how beautifully Febobe injects the performances of
the three actors in this scene into her story. Interestingly, her
Frodo is the vaguest portrayal. But her Faramir perfectly captures
David Wenham's interpretation--far better than many who dare to write
him, including me. Best of all is her Sam Gamgee. I can truly hear
Sean Astin's voice as I read.
Some Tolkien fanficcers would never consider reading a movieverse
story, especially one that continues the Osgiliath scene. Especially
if you are one of these readers, I encourage you to give "Cold" a try.
You can't help but enjoy how Febobe has captured these characters,
within movie terms. I assure you that "Cold" doesn't bend canon any
more than the slash, AU, genre cross-overs, and modern stories all up
for review this year.
Title: Surprise · Author: Dawn Felagund · Times: First Age and Prior ·
ID: 131
Reviewer: SurgicalSteel · 2008-07-24 23:40:22
I don't believe I've ever read fic about Nerdanel's parents before,
but if this is any indication of what's out there, I'll be looking for
more. The emotions between Mahtan and Istarnie really felt true and
honest and as if this is the way it might really have happened.
Title: Too Many Rangers · Author: Larner · Races: Hobbits · ID: 116
Reviewer: SurgicalSteel · 2008-07-24 23:52:00
Well, Larner knows her HoME, that's for sure! This was a hilarious
little vignette in which all the many manifestations of the character
who eventually became Aragorn make appearances. This really made me
giggle.
Title: Put Aside Your Doubt · Author: sophinisba solis · Races:
Cross-Cultural: Frodo and Faramir · ID: 187
Reviewer: SurgicalSteel · 2008-07-24 23:59:23
The characterizations of both Boromir and Faramir are really nicely
done in this, and I liked the comfort that Frodo receives.
Title: A Little Misunderstanding · Author: Radbooks · Races:
Cross-Cultural: Elves and Men · ID: 275
Reviewer: SurgicalSteel · 2008-07-25 00:25:56
This made me laugh - although from a young child's perspective, it
makes perfect sense for this very young Halbarad to be frightened of
the sons of Elrond. Nicely done!
Title: A Fair Trial · Author: Maeve Riannon · Genres: Humor: Valar &
Maiar · ID: 403
Reviewer: SurgicalSteel · 2008-07-25 00:40:21
This should carry a beverage warning! I laughed until I choked reading
this. Absolutely hilarious!
Title: Keep Him Secret, Keep Him Safe · Author: shirebound · Races:
Hobbits: Incomplete · ID: 643
Reviewer: SurgicalSteel · 2008-07-25 01:24:48
Shirebound's usual extremely gentle hurt/comfort comes through again
in this story in which Aragorn falls ill at Cormallen and requires the
care of his foster-brothers and the surviving members of the
fellowship. There's some lovely gentle humor as well. A fun read
alternating between very, very mild angst and comforting fluff.
Title: No Man's Land · Author: Branwyn (Lady Branwyn) · Genres:
Alternate Universe: Drabbles · ID: 726
Reviewer: Raksha the Demon · 2008-07-25 01:28:38
Spoilers!
A sad little tale; imagine if Tolkien's life had been one of the
millions cut down too soon in World War I. The quiet sorrow of the
discovery of another dead soldier is written well, and with the weary
nonchalance of wartime; only the reader knows what the world has lost
with this one more life.
Well done, a sobering look at what could have so easily happened, and
what doubtless happens in every war, poets and scholars and other
young men with seeds of greatness who are all taken from the world
before their time.
Title: Child of Hope · Author: Galadriel · Races: Men: Steward's
Family · ID: 97
Reviewer: nau_tika · 2008-07-25 03:06:16
I love the desciptions in this story: the clothing as seen through the
eyes of a child, and especially the ones of the previous guest and
eating at table with him. What goes on in Boromir's mind when he is
forced into inactivity was very creative, I thought. The end was a
complete surprise, of course, but in some way it made me feel sad for
Denethor.
Title: Boromir and Teddy · Author: Ithil-valon · Genres: Drama: Final
Partings · ID: 113
Reviewer: nau_tika · 2008-07-25 03:06:41
This story was short, but sweet. There are never enough Theodred
stories, so I was grateful for this one. The description of the mist
near the mounds made me shiver. Thank you for sharing this with us.
Title: Surprise Inspection · Author: AmandaK · Genres: Humor: Gondor ·
ID: 207
Reviewer: nau_tika · 2008-07-25 03:07:40
Spoilers!
This is a perfect fiction to read in summer. I'm not sure I would have
thought of using a Lt. instead of a captain, but that certainly is the
making of the story. Poor man, I cant imagine how it would feel to
have the Captain General show up at a time like this! Great story!
Fixed-Length Ficlets · ID: 220
Reviewer: Dwimordene · 2008-07-24 18:30:03
Succinct and to the point in each case - the Kin-slayer's perspective
on the ease and dis-ease of war was well-played and wrapped the
sequence up nicely.
Title: The Scribe and the Heir · Author: Dawn Felagund · Genres:
Drama: Featuring the Noldor · ID: 256
Reviewer: Dwimordene · 2008-07-24 18:30:14
Spoilers!
I'm not familiar with the longer stories into which this vignette will
fit or perhaps does already fit, but it's a lovely depiction of the
cost to children when they become the fulcrum of their parents'
quarrels. Granted, Maedhros is not a child, but the weight of being a
father's beloved son, the one who bears the burden of being an
extension of his father's sense of self, is palpable.
The unconscious, undesired kinship of Feanor and Fingolfin in their
jealousy, in the way in which they reduce their sons' desires for
friendship to a reflection on themselves and their half-feared
failings and anger, is telling and well-portrayed.
Nicely done, Dawn!
Title: Enticements · Author: annmarwalk · Genres: Drama: Featuring
Boromir or Faramir · ID: 266
Reviewer: Dwimordene · 2008-07-24 18:30:21
Spoilers!
In FOTR, the Fellowship's discussion of the temptation that Galadriel
appears to have offered everyone gets a rather vocal rebuff from
Boromir. Nevertheless, the reader is left with the notion that on some
level, the fantasy has sunk in - the desire for the power to save
Gondor has taken hold. In the absence of proof of the senses that he
can trust where the Ring's nature is concerned, Boromir has no real
ground for rejecting the Ring.
Ann's version of this fantasy scene of temptation is interesting
because although it draws Boromir's contempt and anger, such as we
seem him deploy in the book scenes, is here untroubled, it seems, by
the perhaps buried suspicion that [the lady doth protest too much].
It's precisely because he can't believe the fantasy, that it's too
perfect and so in fact spoils itself in the very image of his
Ann!verse lover, Theodred, that his anger is roused.
Interesting interpretation, as it seems to push Boromir towards taking
the Ring in despair, rather than out of that combination, brought out
so clearly in his father, of [pride and despair.]
Title: Terra Incognita · Author: Branwyn (Lady Branwyn) · Genres:
Humor: Drabbles · ID: 723
Reviewer: Raksha the Demon · 2008-07-24 18:33:50
Spoilers!
Branwyn offers up an unusual drabble here, in a hundred-word portrait
of a quiet moment in the War to End All Wars - not the Ring War, but
World War I, in the trenches, where two soldiers discuss the future
author of LOTR. This is Real Life with a pinch of fantasy, in the
acknowledgment of Tolkien's odd ideas and language usage.
The brief description of the trench, with constant rain and dirt and
only a bit of cheer from hot coffed, is a telling glimpse into the
daily routine of this sad time in world history.
Title: There Was A Hobbit · Author: agape4gondor · Genres: Humor:
Drabbles · ID: 111
Reviewer: Raksha the Demon · 2008-07-24 18:43:30
Spoilers!
Agape shows a delightfully wicked side. This drabble made me laugh
along with Haldir and Boromir. And it ties into HoME, which revealed
that JRRT had named his hobbit hero "Bingo" before choosing the
somewhat more dignified name of "Frodo".
Title: There shall be Mirth at our Meeting · Author: Imhiriel ·
Genres: Humor: Drabbles · ID: 377
Reviewer: Raksha the Demon · 2008-07-24 18:46:37
Spoilers!
An amusing nod to the foul-but-fair aspect of Aragorn as king
incognito and macho Ranger. The character of the piemaker's wife is
beautifully sketched here; a happily married young woman who can
nonetheless appreciate a tall, dark and charismatic stranger. And good
attention is paid to Strider's sense of humor.
Title: Writer's Bloke · Author: stefaniab · Genres: Humor: Drabbles ·
ID: 431
Reviewer: Raksha the Demon · 2008-07-24 18:52:04
Spoilers!
Sigh. Wouldn't we writers all love to have our favorite heroes sit on
top of our desks looking [fetching and desirably grubby]?
Stefania captures the difficulty of dealing with fickle Muses, and the
delights of a fanfic writer's fertile imagination, perfectly expressed
in a hundred compelling words.
Title: And all was made ready · Author: Dreamflower · Races:
Cross-Cultural: Friendship · ID: 427
Reviewer: SurgicalSteel · 2008-07-24 22:44:20
This was such a fun read! A lovely set of vignettes designed to give
the reader impressions of the preparations for Aragorn's coronation as
well as the event itself - from the hobbits' perspectives. I enjoyed
every bit of it!
Title: Summer's Lease · Author: Raksha the Demon · Genres: Romance:
Gondor · ID: 650
Reviewer: SurgicalSteel · 2008-07-24 22:50:22
This is a lovely little romantic vignette which paints a wonderful
picture of a married woman's romantic love for her husband. A
wonderful read for a hot summer evening!
Title: Generations · Author: Bodkin · Genres: Drama: Featuring Aragorn
· ID: 508
Reviewer: SurgicalSteel · 2008-07-24 23:15:37
Spoilers!
This was an entertaining look at Eldarion struggling with the fact
that he's not quite what his father wants him to be - and Aragorn
struggling with the fact that his son needs something he can't give
him: the equivalent of boot camp or military school. An enjoyable
premise and well-executed!
Title: Handy With A Sword · Author: Tanaqui · Genres: Romance: Other
Fixed-Length Ficlets · ID: 437
Reviewer: SurgicalSteel · 2008-07-24 23:20:01
This was an enjoyable look at the romance between Faramir and Eowyn,
and had me laughing out loud.
Title: Amara · Author: Claudia · Genres: Mystery · ID: 236
Reviewer: SurgicalSteel · 2008-07-24 23:25:22
This is a lovely, haunting, romantic ghost story. Claudia so often is
associated with the wild wild AU stories, and I think there's
sometimes a tendency to forget that she also writes wonderful
canon-mindful gapfillers. This is one of the latter types, and
gorgeously done.
Title: Lock Out · Author: pippinfan88 · Races: Hobbits · ID: 307
Reviewer: SurgicalSteel · 2008-07-24 23:28:47
Pippin and Diamond's discomfiture at being locked out of the house was
hilarious, as was the twist once they finally figure out a way to get
in. Made me laugh out loud.
Title: The Healers from the Sea · Author: Mews1945 · Genres: Drama:
Hurt/Comfort · ID: 202
Reviewer: SurgicalSteel · 2008-07-24 23:33:32
This is such a lovely, peaceful, gentle encounter for Frodo that I
find myself wishing that it really did transpire. Beautifully written
prose and a lovely premise.
Title: Cold · Author: febobe · Genres: Drama: Featuring Frodo or Sam ·
ID: 239
Reviewer: stefaniab · 2008-07-24 23:37:27
On the surface, "Cold" is a gentle hurt/comfort tale told in five
parts, each part featuring either the point-of-view of the injured or
the healer. The internal dialogue for each point-of-view perfectly
illustrates the differences in the two character's cultures and life
experiences--a fearful hobbit who has fled from a hair-raising
confrontation with a human. Febobe contrasts this to the point of view
of the man, for whom halfings were only the stuff of frightening
nightmares. Based on this criteria alone, I would highly rate "Cold."
However, there is much more to say about the story.
"Cold" fills in a gap following one of the most controversial--for
some--moments in Jackson's film trilogy. It offers comfort and healing
for Frodo after his Nazgul encounter beside the walls of Osgiliath.
Frodo is gently nursed on a real bed warmed by hot stones. The man who
offers him healing, while deeply troubled by the Ring around Frodo's
neck, is Faramir. In the views of both, an alternately
worried/combative Sam filters in and out.
As a writer who tries to write movieverse within a canon context, I
hugely appreciate how beautifully Febobe injects the performances of
the three actors in this scene into her story. Interestingly, her
Frodo is the vaguest portrayal. But her Faramir perfectly captures
David Wenham's interpretation--far better than many who dare to write
him, including me. Best of all is her Sam Gamgee. I can truly hear
Sean Astin's voice as I read.
Some Tolkien fanficcers would never consider reading a movieverse
story, especially one that continues the Osgiliath scene. Especially
if you are one of these readers, I encourage you to give "Cold" a try.
You can't help but enjoy how Febobe has captured these characters,
within movie terms. I assure you that "Cold" doesn't bend canon any
more than the slash, AU, genre cross-overs, and modern stories all up
for review this year.
Title: Surprise · Author: Dawn Felagund · Times: First Age and Prior ·
ID: 131
Reviewer: SurgicalSteel · 2008-07-24 23:40:22
I don't believe I've ever read fic about Nerdanel's parents before,
but if this is any indication of what's out there, I'll be looking for
more. The emotions between Mahtan and Istarnie really felt true and
honest and as if this is the way it might really have happened.
Title: Too Many Rangers · Author: Larner · Races: Hobbits · ID: 116
Reviewer: SurgicalSteel · 2008-07-24 23:52:00
Well, Larner knows her HoME, that's for sure! This was a hilarious
little vignette in which all the many manifestations of the character
who eventually became Aragorn make appearances. This really made me
giggle.
Title: Put Aside Your Doubt · Author: sophinisba solis · Races:
Cross-Cultural: Frodo and Faramir · ID: 187
Reviewer: SurgicalSteel · 2008-07-24 23:59:23
The characterizations of both Boromir and Faramir are really nicely
done in this, and I liked the comfort that Frodo receives.
Title: A Little Misunderstanding · Author: Radbooks · Races:
Cross-Cultural: Elves and Men · ID: 275
Reviewer: SurgicalSteel · 2008-07-25 00:25:56
This made me laugh - although from a young child's perspective, it
makes perfect sense for this very young Halbarad to be frightened of
the sons of Elrond. Nicely done!
Title: A Fair Trial · Author: Maeve Riannon · Genres: Humor: Valar &
Maiar · ID: 403
Reviewer: SurgicalSteel · 2008-07-25 00:40:21
This should carry a beverage warning! I laughed until I choked reading
this. Absolutely hilarious!
Title: Keep Him Secret, Keep Him Safe · Author: shirebound · Races:
Hobbits: Incomplete · ID: 643
Reviewer: SurgicalSteel · 2008-07-25 01:24:48
Shirebound's usual extremely gentle hurt/comfort comes through again
in this story in which Aragorn falls ill at Cormallen and requires the
care of his foster-brothers and the surviving members of the
fellowship. There's some lovely gentle humor as well. A fun read
alternating between very, very mild angst and comforting fluff.
Title: No Man's Land · Author: Branwyn (Lady Branwyn) · Genres:
Alternate Universe: Drabbles · ID: 726
Reviewer: Raksha the Demon · 2008-07-25 01:28:38
Spoilers!
A sad little tale; imagine if Tolkien's life had been one of the
millions cut down too soon in World War I. The quiet sorrow of the
discovery of another dead soldier is written well, and with the weary
nonchalance of wartime; only the reader knows what the world has lost
with this one more life.
Well done, a sobering look at what could have so easily happened, and
what doubtless happens in every war, poets and scholars and other
young men with seeds of greatness who are all taken from the world
before their time.
Title: Child of Hope · Author: Galadriel · Races: Men: Steward's
Family · ID: 97
Reviewer: nau_tika · 2008-07-25 03:06:16
I love the desciptions in this story: the clothing as seen through the
eyes of a child, and especially the ones of the previous guest and
eating at table with him. What goes on in Boromir's mind when he is
forced into inactivity was very creative, I thought. The end was a
complete surprise, of course, but in some way it made me feel sad for
Denethor.
Title: Boromir and Teddy · Author: Ithil-valon · Genres: Drama: Final
Partings · ID: 113
Reviewer: nau_tika · 2008-07-25 03:06:41
This story was short, but sweet. There are never enough Theodred
stories, so I was grateful for this one. The description of the mist
near the mounds made me shiver. Thank you for sharing this with us.
Title: Surprise Inspection · Author: AmandaK · Genres: Humor: Gondor ·
ID: 207
Reviewer: nau_tika · 2008-07-25 03:07:40
Spoilers!
This is a perfect fiction to read in summer. I'm not sure I would have
thought of using a Lt. instead of a captain, but that certainly is the
making of the story. Poor man, I cant imagine how it would feel to
have the Captain General show up at a time like this! Great story!
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