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Msg# 9351
MEFA Reviews for Tuesday, August 5, 2008 (Part Two) Posted by Ann August 05, 2008 - 20:39:34 Topic ID# 9351Title: Burdens · Author: Meril · Genres: Drama: General Fixed-Length
Ficlets · ID: 219
Reviewer: Dwimordene · 2008-07-26 21:20:23
Meril gives an elegant set of drabbles that show us the way in which
objects become more than mere things and become instead the bearers of
unspoken memories, feelings, and identities. These are the true
burdens, not the weight of things themselves. The weight of the past
and of the loss of the relationships that have defined who we thought
we were is beautifully portrayed in each story.
What is most interesting to me is the inclusion of ["The Book"]. This
is undoubtedly the most hopeful drabble, the ones where objects bear a
hoped-for identity that does not take the past as a burden. Rather, it
signifies the possibility of birth into a new and meaningful life
without passing through the stain of guilt that the others include.
Yet this is still 'a burden.' It's an interesting choice and brings up
the etymological question of what kind of hope it is: amdir or estel?
Would that make a difference to understanding the burdensomeness of
this [thin book]?
Fun questions, Meril!
Title: The Prisoner of Time · Author: Raksha the Demon · Genres:
Alternate Universe: Steward's Family · ID: 313
Reviewer: Virtuella · 2008-07-26 22:12:26
Spoilers!
This is a chilling tale of how things could have been very different.
If Denethor had been saved, much else would have been lost - not a
necessary, but a feasible assumption, and one that will stay in my mind.
Title: Took Broth · Author: Pearl Took · Genres: Humor: Shire · ID: 543
Reviewer: Virtuella · 2008-07-26 22:20:58
I think this is a very sweet story. It's lovely to see the hobbits
enjoying a life of normality after their ordeals, and it's funny to
imagine Sam not looking forward to a meal! I always enjoy your smooth
and warm style of writing.
Title: Labour Pains · Author: Aratlithiel · Genres: Humor: Shire · ID: 483
Reviewer: Raksha the Demon · 2008-07-27 02:17:16
Spoilers!
This is a gem among hobbit-fics; also a gem for anyone who relishes
funny Tolkien fanfiction.
In this wonderful story, Sam goes to minister to various trees and
bushes in need in the post-Ring War Shire for a few weeks, leaving a
very pregnant Rosie alone with a nervous Frodo.
A more conventional writer would have Rosie go into labour and Frodo
end up heroically delivering baby Elanor; but Aratlithiel does not go
for cliches. Frodo does suffer, and heroically copes with the cravings
and mood swings of poor Rosie, and tries his bachelor best to ease her
situation. But navigating through Mordor seems to have been easier
than satisfying Rosie; Frodo is just plain out of his depth.
The ending is very funny and plausible.
I love Aratlithiel's interpretation of Frodo's thought processes; and
his dialogue with Sam and later Rosie is terrific. I particularly like
that Frodo and Sam are very much at ease with each other in the manner
of old friends who know each other quite well.
Unusual and well worth reading.
Title: The Right to Bear Arms · Author: Pearl Took · Genres: Humor:
Elven Lands · ID: 653
Reviewer: Linda Hoyland · 2008-07-27 02:28:36
Spoilers!
This was a most enjoyable story in which Boromir learns Hobbits are
full of surprises. I always see Boromir as rather
arrogant,undertanderbly so, I suppose, so it was fun to see Pippin get
the better of him and learn you should not underestimate your opponent.
Pippin's chalenge heralds a beginning of new respect and friendship
for man and Hobbits. A well written and likeable story which was a
treat to discover here.
Title: The Kindly Airs · Author: Dwimordene · Times: Late Third Age:
General Fixed-Length Ficlets · ID: 480
Reviewer: Linda Hoyland · 2008-07-27 02:34:33
Spoilers!
This was a most refreshing drabble. I loved the idea of the East Wind
being liberated by Sauron's fall to be her pure,fresh self again.
Title: With Many "Fond" Acknowledgments · Author: Thundera Tiger ·
Genres: Humor · ID: 472
Reviewer: Linda Hoyland · 2008-07-27 02:44:59
Poor Sam ! as he struggles to deal with the views of everyone who is
included in the Red Book and still alive to offer their thoughts on
how they are depicted and how the events happened I wonder what the
characters would say to us about how we depict them?A delightful story
with a deeper theme that history is always told through a biased
viewpoint.A most enjoyable read from this talented writer,highly
recommended.
Title: No Regrets · Author: Linda Hoyland · Times: Fourth Age and
Beyond: Fixed-Length Ficlets · ID: 490
Reviewer: Raksha the Demon · 2008-07-27 03:35:24
Spoilers!
A beautiful drabble that asks and answers a question that many Faramir
fans might want to know - does the son of Denethor regret that he is
not a Ruling Steward?
Linda reveals Faramir's extreme satisfaction with the way things
turned out - he has his beloved wife and the most bountiful domain in
Gondor to share with her.
Tolkien seems to have associated Faramir, to some degree, with
springtime, in the green garb that he wore as Captain of the Rangers,
to the spring evoked in the athelas that Aragorn used to help free
Faramir from the Shadow's grasp, to Faramir's enthusiasm for restoring
the garden of Gondor, voiced to Eowyn.
Linda uses some outstanding description to evoke the beauty of
postRingWar Ithilien in bloom - I really liked the line [fields once
battlegrounds were now covered by waving corn and scarlet poppies.]
She paints a picture with words of a land bursting with nature's
bounty and beauty.
A thoughtful and lyrical drabble that harmonizes on Tolkien's love of
and respect for nature.
Title: Midwinter Thoughts · Author: Rhapsody · Races: Elves: Noldor
Fixed-Length Ficlets · ID: 570
Reviewer: NeumeIndil · 2008-07-27 03:35:53
I'd take him up on that offer, this thoughtful and sad Maitimo of
yours. He somehow manages to be noble and proud while still uncertain
and melancholy. A lovely dance of emotions in a few words. Very nicely
done.
Title: Five Things that Never Happened to Serinde of Dol Amroth ·
Author: SurgicalSteel · Genres: Alternate Universe: Angst/Tragedy ·
ID: 222
Reviewer: Raksha the Demon · 2008-07-27 04:22:19
Spoilers!
The "Five Things That Never Happened To" AU fanfiction series is a
fascinating way for writers to explore different possibilities for
various characters. In this series of vignettes, Surgical Steel
postulates five possible situations involving her original character,
Serinde, surgeon of Minas Tirith and Bree.
My favorite of these vignettes, harrowing as it is, is the tale of
Serinde's suicide, spurred by her rape by her step-father. It's
horribly real and told in an understated way that her tragedy.
Of course, the happy AU where Halbarad lives is a great read as well...
Title: Undivided · Author: Raksha the Demon · Races: Elves: Other
Fixed-Length Ficlets · ID: 46
Reviewer: Branwyn (Lady Branwyn) · 2008-07-27 04:37:48
Spoilers!
Raksha rarely writes elves, but when she does, the results are well
worth reading. In this short piece, she explores the relationship
between Elladan and Elrohir.
The brothers mourn their mother's impending departure from
MiddleEarth, and they also feel guilt that they did not save her
sooner from torment at the hands of the orcs. This is not an uncommon
theme in fanfiction, but Raksha focuses on the nature of the
interaction between the brothers. She describes a bond that, while not
sexual, is animal-like in its intensity. Tolkien gives us few details
about these two, but he never mentions them apart. The brothers
verbalize their grief and rationalize their actions, but in the end
they seek the very basic reassurance of each other's presence and
touch. The one flinches when the other is hurt; together since
conception, they recoil at the very thought of separation.
The phrase [..they fall asleep, coupled chastely..] is so evocative of
their extraordinary closeness which is intimate without being sexual.
One hopes that, in the end, they were able to stay together, either in
MiddleEarth or over the sea (though that is one of the many things
that Tolkien doesn't tell us).
Title: Least Expected · Author: Imhiriel · Genres: Alternate Universe:
Drabbles · ID: 512
Reviewer: Raksha the Demon · 2008-07-27 05:28:07
Spoilers!
Ouch! There goes the Grey Company, Halbarad and apparently Aragorn
too, not to mention the saving of Minas Tirith and other parts of
Gondor from Corsairs and others.
Excellent snapshot of a quietly cataclysmic AU episode. Darn that Grima!
Title: There and Back · Author: Dana · Races: Cross-Cultural:
Fixed-Length Ficlets · ID: 89
Reviewer: Linda Hoyland · 2008-07-27 06:26:34
Spoilers!
A well written pair of drabbles which convey Pippin's character well.
I especially liked the injured Beregond's observations that Pippin
helped him bear his pain and his admiration for the Hobbit.
Title: Twentynine White Horses · Author: Jael · Races: Elves: Mirkwood
Elves · ID: 557
Reviewer: Linda Hoyland · 2008-07-27 06:32:52
Spoilers!
This was a very cute story about Legolas losing a tooth when
sparring.I'm not a Legolas fan but the image of his father leaving a
coin under his pillow even though he was an adult made me smile. I am
sure many of us would envy the Elves the powers of tooth regeneration
desribed here!
Title: A Moment Away · Author: Elen Kortirion · Races: Men: General
Drabbles · ID: 474
Reviewer: Linda Hoyland · 2008-07-27 06:36:02
Spoilers!
This was a beautiful drabble answering the question where Eowyn went
when suffering from the Black Breath. I loved the idea that she might
have gone to see her grandmother in the afterlife.This was touching
and well written.
Title: By Ship or Grave · Author: Larner · Genres: Poetry: Hobbits ·
ID: 618
Reviewer: Linda Hoyland · 2008-07-27 06:55:02
Spoilers!
A poignant and vivid look at Frodo's thoughts as he contemplates that
he has two choices before him,either to die of his wounds systained
when destroying the One Rng, or take Ship to the West in the hope of
finding healing and peace. Whatever he choses it will cause pain to
those he loves and he is all too aware of this. A beautifully written
poem about poor Frodo's dilemma which reminds me of a hymn.
Title: The Road Trip · Author: Garnet Took · Times: Modern Times · ID: 410
Reviewer: pippinfan88 · 2008-07-27 15:45:09
Based on a true experience by the author, this story depicts just
about every nightmare that most families put up with while travelling
long distances. This particular tale, though, had me laughing my butt
off -- and my favourite scene is at the end, with all four bedraggled
hobbits standing at Slightly Tookish's door. Hilarious!
Title: Seven Sisters · Author: Pearl Took · Races: Other Beings · ID: 388
Reviewer: pippinfan88 · 2008-07-27 16:02:35
A mysterious, lovely story that takes place in Pippin's tweenaged
years, and features his sister Pervinca. Obviously, and for good
reason, poor Pippin is having a bad day and decides that he's had
enough. As a result, he does something impulsive and ends up not
feeling very well. During this incident, he observes what had crossed
his mind not long before. Rather than let the charade go on, Pippin no
longer observes but suddenly takes action. To read what he does, one
must read the story.
The author does a splendid job of weaving ancient mythology with her
hobbits!
Title: Temptation · Author: Princess Artemis · Genres: Poetry · ID: 416
Reviewer: Virtuella · 2008-07-27 16:09:35
This is a very powerful fic, with an eerie feel to it, and very true
to canon. All the different perspectives were very insightful - I was
surprised that it never spoke to Aragorn, though?
Title: Blue · Author: red lasbelin · Races: Elves · ID: 563
Reviewer: Oshun · 2008-07-27 16:50:48
This is an interesting examination of Glorfindel's possible history. I
like the fact that you not only give him a developed personality and
backstory, but enable the reader to imagine his father and brother as
well. Made we wish it was the beginning of a story instead of a
one-shot vignette/character study.
I would love to know more about his mother's bio also. Wonder if she
was Vanyarin? If so, which I think is likely, poor thing to be stuck
there in Gondolin with all those crazy Noldor. (Well, I guess at least
some of the crazier ones were someplace else.) I've always been
interested in the fact that more than 90 percent of the Noldor (women
and children included) went to M-e. They had to have been a pretty
fed-up bunch. Sorry, I'm getting carried away with my own canon
speculations here.
This interesting story makes me want to expand and think about the
environment surrounding it.
Title: Moon of the Sea · Author: pandemonium_213 · Times: Second and
Early Third Age · ID: 213
Reviewer: Raksha the Demon · 2008-07-27 17:27:52
Spoilers!
It is high time that some attention was paid to the woman who was
Elendil's wife and the mother of the famous Isildur and Anarion.
Pandemonium gives this mysterious lady her due in this imaginative
series of ficlets.
Pandemonium blends moon-lore and canon information about Numenor in
this series, chronicling the life of Isilme from birth to the birth of
her own firstborn, Isildlur. Through it all, the moon is present, in
Isilme's name, in the moon itself shining on the seas, and
illuminating the union of Isilme and Elendil. There is an intriguing
mix of myth and eroticism, the latter tastefully but powerfully written.
Title: Duty, Honour, Country · Author: Rhapsody · Races: Elves: Other
Fixed-Length Ficlets · ID: 81
Reviewer: whitewave · 2008-07-27 19:30:47
Maglor has always been one of my favorites among the Feanorions partly
because he had the most intriguing fate. The title I think describes
him very well--the gentlest of Feanor's sons and yet someone who will
not shrink from his doing his duty, upholding his honor and fighting
for what he believes is right.
Title: An Ordinary Woman · Author: Dawn Felagund · Times: First Age
and Prior: House of Finwe · ID: 32
Reviewer: whitewave · 2008-07-27 19:45:37
I was never fond of Luthien from the very first, she sounded too
unrealistic and perfect so I dutifully avoided fanfics that featured
her. It was Finrod who drew me in, him being my second favorite blond
elf, I decided to give this one a shot. I liked your version of the
secret behind the Girdle of Melian and the last part just made me
smile--how a very simple gesture of Finrod would have far-reaching
effects in the future.
Title: Maglor's Harp · Author: Ford of Bruinen · Genres: Horror · ID: 660
Reviewer: whitewave · 2008-07-27 19:51:49
This is a very radical "other" view of Macalaure but still it was
worth a few minutes of time to read it. It made me wonder how out of
it all how the most gentle of the Feanorions was able to even think
and then do those things. Thanks for sharing this.
Title: Thicker Than Water · Author: Noliel · Genres: Drama: Featuring
the Noldor · ID: 541
Reviewer: whitewave · 2008-07-27 20:13:13
This was so heartbreaking. Thanks for giving us a good glimpse of the
aftermath of Doriath. The Feanorions have always been my favorite and
I wish I had read this sooner. The last scene was the most
touching--felt very sorry for Celebrimbor and how he must wish he
could turn back time. A very touching story.
Ficlets · ID: 219
Reviewer: Dwimordene · 2008-07-26 21:20:23
Meril gives an elegant set of drabbles that show us the way in which
objects become more than mere things and become instead the bearers of
unspoken memories, feelings, and identities. These are the true
burdens, not the weight of things themselves. The weight of the past
and of the loss of the relationships that have defined who we thought
we were is beautifully portrayed in each story.
What is most interesting to me is the inclusion of ["The Book"]. This
is undoubtedly the most hopeful drabble, the ones where objects bear a
hoped-for identity that does not take the past as a burden. Rather, it
signifies the possibility of birth into a new and meaningful life
without passing through the stain of guilt that the others include.
Yet this is still 'a burden.' It's an interesting choice and brings up
the etymological question of what kind of hope it is: amdir or estel?
Would that make a difference to understanding the burdensomeness of
this [thin book]?
Fun questions, Meril!
Title: The Prisoner of Time · Author: Raksha the Demon · Genres:
Alternate Universe: Steward's Family · ID: 313
Reviewer: Virtuella · 2008-07-26 22:12:26
Spoilers!
This is a chilling tale of how things could have been very different.
If Denethor had been saved, much else would have been lost - not a
necessary, but a feasible assumption, and one that will stay in my mind.
Title: Took Broth · Author: Pearl Took · Genres: Humor: Shire · ID: 543
Reviewer: Virtuella · 2008-07-26 22:20:58
I think this is a very sweet story. It's lovely to see the hobbits
enjoying a life of normality after their ordeals, and it's funny to
imagine Sam not looking forward to a meal! I always enjoy your smooth
and warm style of writing.
Title: Labour Pains · Author: Aratlithiel · Genres: Humor: Shire · ID: 483
Reviewer: Raksha the Demon · 2008-07-27 02:17:16
Spoilers!
This is a gem among hobbit-fics; also a gem for anyone who relishes
funny Tolkien fanfiction.
In this wonderful story, Sam goes to minister to various trees and
bushes in need in the post-Ring War Shire for a few weeks, leaving a
very pregnant Rosie alone with a nervous Frodo.
A more conventional writer would have Rosie go into labour and Frodo
end up heroically delivering baby Elanor; but Aratlithiel does not go
for cliches. Frodo does suffer, and heroically copes with the cravings
and mood swings of poor Rosie, and tries his bachelor best to ease her
situation. But navigating through Mordor seems to have been easier
than satisfying Rosie; Frodo is just plain out of his depth.
The ending is very funny and plausible.
I love Aratlithiel's interpretation of Frodo's thought processes; and
his dialogue with Sam and later Rosie is terrific. I particularly like
that Frodo and Sam are very much at ease with each other in the manner
of old friends who know each other quite well.
Unusual and well worth reading.
Title: The Right to Bear Arms · Author: Pearl Took · Genres: Humor:
Elven Lands · ID: 653
Reviewer: Linda Hoyland · 2008-07-27 02:28:36
Spoilers!
This was a most enjoyable story in which Boromir learns Hobbits are
full of surprises. I always see Boromir as rather
arrogant,undertanderbly so, I suppose, so it was fun to see Pippin get
the better of him and learn you should not underestimate your opponent.
Pippin's chalenge heralds a beginning of new respect and friendship
for man and Hobbits. A well written and likeable story which was a
treat to discover here.
Title: The Kindly Airs · Author: Dwimordene · Times: Late Third Age:
General Fixed-Length Ficlets · ID: 480
Reviewer: Linda Hoyland · 2008-07-27 02:34:33
Spoilers!
This was a most refreshing drabble. I loved the idea of the East Wind
being liberated by Sauron's fall to be her pure,fresh self again.
Title: With Many "Fond" Acknowledgments · Author: Thundera Tiger ·
Genres: Humor · ID: 472
Reviewer: Linda Hoyland · 2008-07-27 02:44:59
Poor Sam ! as he struggles to deal with the views of everyone who is
included in the Red Book and still alive to offer their thoughts on
how they are depicted and how the events happened I wonder what the
characters would say to us about how we depict them?A delightful story
with a deeper theme that history is always told through a biased
viewpoint.A most enjoyable read from this talented writer,highly
recommended.
Title: No Regrets · Author: Linda Hoyland · Times: Fourth Age and
Beyond: Fixed-Length Ficlets · ID: 490
Reviewer: Raksha the Demon · 2008-07-27 03:35:24
Spoilers!
A beautiful drabble that asks and answers a question that many Faramir
fans might want to know - does the son of Denethor regret that he is
not a Ruling Steward?
Linda reveals Faramir's extreme satisfaction with the way things
turned out - he has his beloved wife and the most bountiful domain in
Gondor to share with her.
Tolkien seems to have associated Faramir, to some degree, with
springtime, in the green garb that he wore as Captain of the Rangers,
to the spring evoked in the athelas that Aragorn used to help free
Faramir from the Shadow's grasp, to Faramir's enthusiasm for restoring
the garden of Gondor, voiced to Eowyn.
Linda uses some outstanding description to evoke the beauty of
postRingWar Ithilien in bloom - I really liked the line [fields once
battlegrounds were now covered by waving corn and scarlet poppies.]
She paints a picture with words of a land bursting with nature's
bounty and beauty.
A thoughtful and lyrical drabble that harmonizes on Tolkien's love of
and respect for nature.
Title: Midwinter Thoughts · Author: Rhapsody · Races: Elves: Noldor
Fixed-Length Ficlets · ID: 570
Reviewer: NeumeIndil · 2008-07-27 03:35:53
I'd take him up on that offer, this thoughtful and sad Maitimo of
yours. He somehow manages to be noble and proud while still uncertain
and melancholy. A lovely dance of emotions in a few words. Very nicely
done.
Title: Five Things that Never Happened to Serinde of Dol Amroth ·
Author: SurgicalSteel · Genres: Alternate Universe: Angst/Tragedy ·
ID: 222
Reviewer: Raksha the Demon · 2008-07-27 04:22:19
Spoilers!
The "Five Things That Never Happened To" AU fanfiction series is a
fascinating way for writers to explore different possibilities for
various characters. In this series of vignettes, Surgical Steel
postulates five possible situations involving her original character,
Serinde, surgeon of Minas Tirith and Bree.
My favorite of these vignettes, harrowing as it is, is the tale of
Serinde's suicide, spurred by her rape by her step-father. It's
horribly real and told in an understated way that her tragedy.
Of course, the happy AU where Halbarad lives is a great read as well...
Title: Undivided · Author: Raksha the Demon · Races: Elves: Other
Fixed-Length Ficlets · ID: 46
Reviewer: Branwyn (Lady Branwyn) · 2008-07-27 04:37:48
Spoilers!
Raksha rarely writes elves, but when she does, the results are well
worth reading. In this short piece, she explores the relationship
between Elladan and Elrohir.
The brothers mourn their mother's impending departure from
MiddleEarth, and they also feel guilt that they did not save her
sooner from torment at the hands of the orcs. This is not an uncommon
theme in fanfiction, but Raksha focuses on the nature of the
interaction between the brothers. She describes a bond that, while not
sexual, is animal-like in its intensity. Tolkien gives us few details
about these two, but he never mentions them apart. The brothers
verbalize their grief and rationalize their actions, but in the end
they seek the very basic reassurance of each other's presence and
touch. The one flinches when the other is hurt; together since
conception, they recoil at the very thought of separation.
The phrase [..they fall asleep, coupled chastely..] is so evocative of
their extraordinary closeness which is intimate without being sexual.
One hopes that, in the end, they were able to stay together, either in
MiddleEarth or over the sea (though that is one of the many things
that Tolkien doesn't tell us).
Title: Least Expected · Author: Imhiriel · Genres: Alternate Universe:
Drabbles · ID: 512
Reviewer: Raksha the Demon · 2008-07-27 05:28:07
Spoilers!
Ouch! There goes the Grey Company, Halbarad and apparently Aragorn
too, not to mention the saving of Minas Tirith and other parts of
Gondor from Corsairs and others.
Excellent snapshot of a quietly cataclysmic AU episode. Darn that Grima!
Title: There and Back · Author: Dana · Races: Cross-Cultural:
Fixed-Length Ficlets · ID: 89
Reviewer: Linda Hoyland · 2008-07-27 06:26:34
Spoilers!
A well written pair of drabbles which convey Pippin's character well.
I especially liked the injured Beregond's observations that Pippin
helped him bear his pain and his admiration for the Hobbit.
Title: Twentynine White Horses · Author: Jael · Races: Elves: Mirkwood
Elves · ID: 557
Reviewer: Linda Hoyland · 2008-07-27 06:32:52
Spoilers!
This was a very cute story about Legolas losing a tooth when
sparring.I'm not a Legolas fan but the image of his father leaving a
coin under his pillow even though he was an adult made me smile. I am
sure many of us would envy the Elves the powers of tooth regeneration
desribed here!
Title: A Moment Away · Author: Elen Kortirion · Races: Men: General
Drabbles · ID: 474
Reviewer: Linda Hoyland · 2008-07-27 06:36:02
Spoilers!
This was a beautiful drabble answering the question where Eowyn went
when suffering from the Black Breath. I loved the idea that she might
have gone to see her grandmother in the afterlife.This was touching
and well written.
Title: By Ship or Grave · Author: Larner · Genres: Poetry: Hobbits ·
ID: 618
Reviewer: Linda Hoyland · 2008-07-27 06:55:02
Spoilers!
A poignant and vivid look at Frodo's thoughts as he contemplates that
he has two choices before him,either to die of his wounds systained
when destroying the One Rng, or take Ship to the West in the hope of
finding healing and peace. Whatever he choses it will cause pain to
those he loves and he is all too aware of this. A beautifully written
poem about poor Frodo's dilemma which reminds me of a hymn.
Title: The Road Trip · Author: Garnet Took · Times: Modern Times · ID: 410
Reviewer: pippinfan88 · 2008-07-27 15:45:09
Based on a true experience by the author, this story depicts just
about every nightmare that most families put up with while travelling
long distances. This particular tale, though, had me laughing my butt
off -- and my favourite scene is at the end, with all four bedraggled
hobbits standing at Slightly Tookish's door. Hilarious!
Title: Seven Sisters · Author: Pearl Took · Races: Other Beings · ID: 388
Reviewer: pippinfan88 · 2008-07-27 16:02:35
A mysterious, lovely story that takes place in Pippin's tweenaged
years, and features his sister Pervinca. Obviously, and for good
reason, poor Pippin is having a bad day and decides that he's had
enough. As a result, he does something impulsive and ends up not
feeling very well. During this incident, he observes what had crossed
his mind not long before. Rather than let the charade go on, Pippin no
longer observes but suddenly takes action. To read what he does, one
must read the story.
The author does a splendid job of weaving ancient mythology with her
hobbits!
Title: Temptation · Author: Princess Artemis · Genres: Poetry · ID: 416
Reviewer: Virtuella · 2008-07-27 16:09:35
This is a very powerful fic, with an eerie feel to it, and very true
to canon. All the different perspectives were very insightful - I was
surprised that it never spoke to Aragorn, though?
Title: Blue · Author: red lasbelin · Races: Elves · ID: 563
Reviewer: Oshun · 2008-07-27 16:50:48
This is an interesting examination of Glorfindel's possible history. I
like the fact that you not only give him a developed personality and
backstory, but enable the reader to imagine his father and brother as
well. Made we wish it was the beginning of a story instead of a
one-shot vignette/character study.
I would love to know more about his mother's bio also. Wonder if she
was Vanyarin? If so, which I think is likely, poor thing to be stuck
there in Gondolin with all those crazy Noldor. (Well, I guess at least
some of the crazier ones were someplace else.) I've always been
interested in the fact that more than 90 percent of the Noldor (women
and children included) went to M-e. They had to have been a pretty
fed-up bunch. Sorry, I'm getting carried away with my own canon
speculations here.
This interesting story makes me want to expand and think about the
environment surrounding it.
Title: Moon of the Sea · Author: pandemonium_213 · Times: Second and
Early Third Age · ID: 213
Reviewer: Raksha the Demon · 2008-07-27 17:27:52
Spoilers!
It is high time that some attention was paid to the woman who was
Elendil's wife and the mother of the famous Isildur and Anarion.
Pandemonium gives this mysterious lady her due in this imaginative
series of ficlets.
Pandemonium blends moon-lore and canon information about Numenor in
this series, chronicling the life of Isilme from birth to the birth of
her own firstborn, Isildlur. Through it all, the moon is present, in
Isilme's name, in the moon itself shining on the seas, and
illuminating the union of Isilme and Elendil. There is an intriguing
mix of myth and eroticism, the latter tastefully but powerfully written.
Title: Duty, Honour, Country · Author: Rhapsody · Races: Elves: Other
Fixed-Length Ficlets · ID: 81
Reviewer: whitewave · 2008-07-27 19:30:47
Maglor has always been one of my favorites among the Feanorions partly
because he had the most intriguing fate. The title I think describes
him very well--the gentlest of Feanor's sons and yet someone who will
not shrink from his doing his duty, upholding his honor and fighting
for what he believes is right.
Title: An Ordinary Woman · Author: Dawn Felagund · Times: First Age
and Prior: House of Finwe · ID: 32
Reviewer: whitewave · 2008-07-27 19:45:37
I was never fond of Luthien from the very first, she sounded too
unrealistic and perfect so I dutifully avoided fanfics that featured
her. It was Finrod who drew me in, him being my second favorite blond
elf, I decided to give this one a shot. I liked your version of the
secret behind the Girdle of Melian and the last part just made me
smile--how a very simple gesture of Finrod would have far-reaching
effects in the future.
Title: Maglor's Harp · Author: Ford of Bruinen · Genres: Horror · ID: 660
Reviewer: whitewave · 2008-07-27 19:51:49
This is a very radical "other" view of Macalaure but still it was
worth a few minutes of time to read it. It made me wonder how out of
it all how the most gentle of the Feanorions was able to even think
and then do those things. Thanks for sharing this.
Title: Thicker Than Water · Author: Noliel · Genres: Drama: Featuring
the Noldor · ID: 541
Reviewer: whitewave · 2008-07-27 20:13:13
This was so heartbreaking. Thanks for giving us a good glimpse of the
aftermath of Doriath. The Feanorions have always been my favorite and
I wish I had read this sooner. The last scene was the most
touching--felt very sorry for Celebrimbor and how he must wish he
could turn back time. A very touching story.
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