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Msg# 9372
MEFA Reviews for Tuesday, August 12, 2008 (Part One) Posted by annmarwalk August 12, 2008 - 20:45:36 Topic ID# 9372Title: Diamonds For Forever I, II & III · Author: Elen Kortirion ·
Genres: Romance: Other Fixed-Length Ficlets · ID: 515
Reviewer: Raksha the Demon · 2008-08-08 01:28:42
A prettily written ficlet trio, where the descriptions of the jewelry
are as exquisite as the jewels themselves. Intriguing insights into
Ecthelion and particularly Denethor.
Title: Leather · Author: Marta · Genres: Romance: Other Fixed-Length
Ficlets · ID: 297
Reviewer: Raksha the Demon · 2008-08-08 01:39:48
An innovative concept, skillfully translated into four very
descriptive drabbles. My favorite is the first one, a lovely glimpse
into a pivotal time in Theodred's boyhood, that just seems extremely
real as well as poignant.
Title: A Little Misunderstanding · Author: Radbooks · Races:
Cross-Cultural: Elves and Men · ID: 275
Reviewer: Larner · 2008-08-08 03:47:59
Spoilers!
Oh, how I feel here for poor young Halbarad, who fears the thought of
being lost to the unknown fate that claimed his kinsman and friend.
The thinking of Halbarad is so well expressed and is so in keeping
with what I would have thought at his age and what I've seen in
countless children since.
A marvelous look at one of the children who grew to be a hero of the
War of the Rings. Thoughtful and poignant. And love also the
sensitivity shown by two certain Peredhil.
Title: The Vase that was Broken · Author: Linda Hoyland · Genres:
Humor: Gondor · ID: 417
Reviewer: Larner · 2008-08-08 03:50:00
Spoilers!
Ah--but our Aragorn was THAT unobservant? But a delightful tale
nonetheless of trying to make up for the loss of a vase deemed
irreplaceable, or so it is thought.
A gently humorous familial piece.
Title: No Regrets · Author: Linda Hoyland · Times: Fourth Age and
Beyond: Fixed-Length Ficlets · ID: 490
Reviewer: Larner · 2008-08-08 03:55:39
Spoilers!
When asked if he regrets not being ruling Steward as had been his
father, Faramir points about him in answer.
Lyrical in quality; descriptions clear and concise yet evocative;
clearly communicating the mood of the two conversants--Linda has
managed to capture the true feelings of Faramir as to the answer to
this question.
What would he have to regret? Shall we see?
Well recommended. One of her best drabbles.
Title: Grandmum's Button Box · Author: pippinfan88 · Races: Hobbits:
Family · ID: 135
Reviewer: Larner · 2008-08-08 03:58:38
Spoilers!
I've always loved button boxes, for often each button, as is true of
each block in a family quilt, has its own story to tell. So the
children of Pippin learn as they go through their grandmother's button
box. Sweet and poignant to learn family history in such a manner.
Title: Leather · Author: Marta · Genres: Romance: Other Fixed-Length
Ficlets · ID: 297
Reviewer: Larner · 2008-08-08 04:00:04
Now, this is a very--sensual--series. Well done, although I'll admit
it's a genre I seldom read.
Title: NIGHT and FOREST: A Glimpse of Beauty · Author: Fiondil ·
Times: First Age and Prior · ID: 554
Reviewer: Larner · 2008-08-08 06:14:50
Spoilers!
Ah--the first glimpse of Luthien by Beren Barahirion, as his fate has
finally freed him from the horrors of lands corrupted by Sauron and
the creatures twisted by that one and his even worse master and
brought him into the realm protected by Melian. Perhaps if he hadn't
cried out in the glade of the standing stone he might have continued
wandering aimlessly for a half age longer; but at last he finds he is
no longer denied, and he knows safety and true growth about him. But
it is the glimmer of light under trees that restores him the most, as
his heart and soul are stirred by that which is so much higher than
himself....
The contrast between the two realms is superbly described, as well as
the physical stress Beren has known since his father's death. A
wonderful precursor to Frodo's own houseless wanderings and Aragorn's
bliss.
Title: The Myth of the One Ring's Power · Author: Dreamflower ·
Genres: Non-Fiction · ID: 532
Reviewer: Larner · 2008-08-08 06:35:49
Spoilers!
I love this examination of the One Ring, and the determination
Dreamflower has made that both the Ring and Sauron appear to have
overrated Its power. That Sauron had long ago lost the ability to
truly empathise with others is a theme I myself explored somewhat in
my own story "Lesser Ring," and I postulated that this was why he must
have most of the rings of power created by Celebrimbor--he'd found his
own attempts to create rings intended to rule others had proven
failures, as he could not imbue them with the ability to understand
others necessary to command willing obedience.
That the Ring's own miscalculations lost It the help It desired to get
Itself back to Its Master's hand is obvious to us, but seems to have
not been appreciated by either Ring nor Sauron. Once he realized that
Sauron had created the Ruling Ring within his own great forge in
Orodruin, Celebrimbor immediately warned the recipients of the Three
to remove their rings; Isildur realized he'd become bound to the Ring
but regretted it and did not willingly don It when ordered by his son
Elendur to use Its power to help him flee; once comfortably hidden
from the world beneath the Misty Mountains Smeagol/Gollum refused to
go further; it was a similar scenario once Bilbo returned to the
Shire, and certainly, in spite of his desire to follow Bilbo Frodo
made no true move to leave until he must.
So many were strong enough to turn aside from the Ring, once they
realized they either accepted from the outset the danger possessing It
would pose or realized they were being moved beyond their natures. It
tended to push Its intended victims over the top, at which time they
realized they were being manipulated and resisted. Not until Frodo was
within the Sammath Naur could It fully take him, although we have seen
all along the way how It tried to compel him, sometimes managing to
get him to wear It, at least briefly.
An excellent, thought-provoking essay.
Title: A Perfect World · Author: mistycracraft · Genres: Romance:
Elven Lands · ID: 248
Reviewer: Larner · 2008-08-08 06:43:11
Spoilers!
How we wish for a perfect world--and on this night Aragorn, with the
faith of the one with whom he shares the beauties of their
surroundings, comes to believe it might indeed by possible to achieve
such a goal. One can almost smell the flowers about them and the clean
breeze that blows through their hair.
Title: The Dance · Author: Dawn Felagund · Genres: Romance: Elven
Lands · ID: 128
Reviewer: Larner · 2008-08-08 06:58:56
Ah--if only their love could have continued as it did that night. Alas
he must in time find a love of crafted things overwhelm the love he
had for the woman he took as his wife--truly the wise one she was called.
Title: Balm · Author: Armariel · Genres: Adventure · ID: 459
Reviewer: Larner · 2008-08-08 07:03:07
Spoilers!
It is difficult to tell how much of what Frodo remembers is real, and
how much the effects of his dreams and his desires as he and Sam made
their way through the desolation of Mordor. Surely the balm he
remembers Sam applying to his wounded and dehydrated body must have
been real--at least on some level!
A story that is achingly beautiful and poignant, with that lyrical
quality for which Armariel's poetry is famous. Definitely a keeper,
one to be reread frequently.
Title: Five Fires · Author: Elleth · Races: Elves: House of Finwe ·
ID: 736
Reviewer: Larner · 2008-08-08 14:33:01
Yes, it appears Ambarussa has valid reason to fear fire. Alas it took
so many of them, from the fire of rage within his father to the fire
that slew Maedhros.
Title: Burden · Author: Ancalime8301 · Genres: Drama: Featuring Frodo
or Sam · ID: 734
Reviewer: Larner · 2008-08-08 19:04:46
Spoilers!
Hmm--mpreg with a decided, even possibly realistic, twist. I'm not
certain I like how the Brandybucks are pictured here, but Bilbo I'm
rightly proud of. As for Aragorn and Halbarad--very satisfactory.
Illness prolonged enough to be interesting, but not to the point of
absurdity, for which I'm grateful.
Yes, worth the read.
Title: Loving a Book Lover · Author: Avon · Genres: Romance: Drabbles
· ID: 721
Reviewer: Larner · 2008-08-08 19:07:44
Spoilers!
Ah--most amusing as Eowyn seeks to steal the interest of her husband
from the book he's reading. He knows from experience with his brother
he can last her out--or can he?
Pleasant laugh.
Title: Second Best · Author: Tanaqui · Races: Men: Gondor Drabbles ·
ID: 384
Reviewer: dkpalaska · 2008-08-08 21:09:08
Spoilers!
Tanaqui has a definite talent for capturing the essence of a character
in few words, as well as building in layers of meaning and allusion -
all wrapped up neatly in the often-challenging drabble format.
In ["Second Best"], there is an immediate connection with the PoV
character which invokes a powerful sympathetic response, and many
scenes from LotR started parading through my mind with only the barest
reference to them in the drabble. Her litany of fine and admirable
characteristics and accomplishments of this person had me nodding
along and thinking, "Yes, yes - that's *him* in a nutshell. Perfectly
portrayed!"
All of the above is extremely well done, but it is completely
surpassed by the final impact of the last part of the last sentence.
In just that blink of an eye, everything that came before suddenly
takes on even greater meaning, increasing the feeling of tragedy that
surrounds forthcoming events as it picks up deep resonances with
history. Most importantly, it shines a very revealing light on the
individual portrayed, forcing the reader to take a second look at his
or her assumptions. The unexpectedness of that final, revealing
reversal really drives home the point that the author is trying to make.
Title: Nothing Less · Author: Archet · Races: Men: General Drabbles ·
ID: 606
Reviewer: Marta · 2008-08-08 23:13:45
Ai, beautiful! Aragorn's patience seems fitting for his character, and
I love the way he is so respectful here. Nice work.
Title: In absentia · Author: Robinka · Races: Elves: House of Finwe ·
ID: 84
Reviewer: Raksha the Demon · 2008-08-09 03:33:35
Painful vignette about post-Thangodrim Maedhros and Fingon. The angst
is most skillfully drawn out here, and the ambivalent but credible
conclusion heightens the agony, mental and physical, felt by both Noldor.
Title: Denial · Author: Oshun · Races: Elves: House of Finwe · ID: 80
Reviewer: Raksha the Demon · 2008-08-09 03:41:37
Spoilers!
A fine vignette set during the carefree youth of the sons of Feanor in
the Time of the Trees. Oshun writes an interesting Maglor, ironic and
gifted, with a sense of humor; providing excellent contrast to the
more straightforward but perhaps less reflective Maedhros. And as
someone who has not memorized the many names of the Feanorians (and
still gets confused between Nelyafinwe and Nolofinwe), I really
appreciated the notes at the end!
Title: A Smile · Author: Aria · Races: Elves: House of Finwe · ID: 321
Reviewer: Raksha the Demon · 2008-08-09 04:03:39
Spoilers!
Tolkien should have spent more time writing about Celebrimbor.
Thankfully, fanfiction can fill in such tantalizing gaps. Aria does
not disappoint in this fine vignette about the end of Celebrimbor's
relationship with his father. Curufin is written sympathetically here,
and the explanation for that canon smile is quite believable.
Title: As the Tide by the Moon · Author: EdorasLass · Genres:
Alternate Universe · ID: 9
Reviewer: NeumeIndil · 2008-08-09 06:10:36
Spoilers!
Okay, I want more! I like the het, but then again that's my primary
vice in fan fic in the first place, so I'm not surprised. I like your
characters, esp. Eledher. If there was ever a woman of the Rohirrim
who could give Eowyn a run for her money, it's your red-head! The baby
is darling. I also, and this *did* surprise me, like your change of
POV. Most fiction is written in past tense, and personally I find the
present tense hard to maintain, especially over longer works. This was
just wonderful and kept me riveted for 2 nights. I caught myself
daydreaming at work, wondering where you would go with it next.
Please, write more?
Title: This crown of stars · Author: Fawsley · Races: Men: General
Drabbles · ID: 586
Reviewer: Larner · 2008-08-09 07:15:18
Spoilers!
Indeed a lonely Strider, one who apparently suspects the final battle
will not come, considers the stars he knows and the diadems he may
never wear. Lovely use of language.
Title: House of Ransom · Author: Robinka · Races: Elves: Drabbles ·
ID: 657
Reviewer: Larner · 2008-08-09 07:19:00
Turin may be hard, but then he has been cursed, poor fellow. May he
find his peace!
Title: Care to Ride My Hot-Rod Fell Beast? · Author: viv · Genres:
Humor: Other Fixed-Length Ficlets · ID: 180
Reviewer: Inkling · 2008-08-09 07:41:57
Now *that's* rejection! Very funny and original! And the title and
summary are almost as funny as the ficlet. I sometimes think we should
have MEFAs for story titles!
Title: A Woman in Few Words: The Character of Nerdanel and Her
Treatment in Canon and Fandom · Author: Dawn Felagund · Genres:
Non-Fiction: Character Studies · ID: 107
Reviewer: Robinka · 2008-08-09 07:44:38
A very well written character study of Nerdanel, who is mentioned
briefly in The Silmarillion, yet she is an extremely popular character
among the fans of the First Age in general. Well researched, well
thought out and excellently executed essay.
Genres: Romance: Other Fixed-Length Ficlets · ID: 515
Reviewer: Raksha the Demon · 2008-08-08 01:28:42
A prettily written ficlet trio, where the descriptions of the jewelry
are as exquisite as the jewels themselves. Intriguing insights into
Ecthelion and particularly Denethor.
Title: Leather · Author: Marta · Genres: Romance: Other Fixed-Length
Ficlets · ID: 297
Reviewer: Raksha the Demon · 2008-08-08 01:39:48
An innovative concept, skillfully translated into four very
descriptive drabbles. My favorite is the first one, a lovely glimpse
into a pivotal time in Theodred's boyhood, that just seems extremely
real as well as poignant.
Title: A Little Misunderstanding · Author: Radbooks · Races:
Cross-Cultural: Elves and Men · ID: 275
Reviewer: Larner · 2008-08-08 03:47:59
Spoilers!
Oh, how I feel here for poor young Halbarad, who fears the thought of
being lost to the unknown fate that claimed his kinsman and friend.
The thinking of Halbarad is so well expressed and is so in keeping
with what I would have thought at his age and what I've seen in
countless children since.
A marvelous look at one of the children who grew to be a hero of the
War of the Rings. Thoughtful and poignant. And love also the
sensitivity shown by two certain Peredhil.
Title: The Vase that was Broken · Author: Linda Hoyland · Genres:
Humor: Gondor · ID: 417
Reviewer: Larner · 2008-08-08 03:50:00
Spoilers!
Ah--but our Aragorn was THAT unobservant? But a delightful tale
nonetheless of trying to make up for the loss of a vase deemed
irreplaceable, or so it is thought.
A gently humorous familial piece.
Title: No Regrets · Author: Linda Hoyland · Times: Fourth Age and
Beyond: Fixed-Length Ficlets · ID: 490
Reviewer: Larner · 2008-08-08 03:55:39
Spoilers!
When asked if he regrets not being ruling Steward as had been his
father, Faramir points about him in answer.
Lyrical in quality; descriptions clear and concise yet evocative;
clearly communicating the mood of the two conversants--Linda has
managed to capture the true feelings of Faramir as to the answer to
this question.
What would he have to regret? Shall we see?
Well recommended. One of her best drabbles.
Title: Grandmum's Button Box · Author: pippinfan88 · Races: Hobbits:
Family · ID: 135
Reviewer: Larner · 2008-08-08 03:58:38
Spoilers!
I've always loved button boxes, for often each button, as is true of
each block in a family quilt, has its own story to tell. So the
children of Pippin learn as they go through their grandmother's button
box. Sweet and poignant to learn family history in such a manner.
Title: Leather · Author: Marta · Genres: Romance: Other Fixed-Length
Ficlets · ID: 297
Reviewer: Larner · 2008-08-08 04:00:04
Now, this is a very--sensual--series. Well done, although I'll admit
it's a genre I seldom read.
Title: NIGHT and FOREST: A Glimpse of Beauty · Author: Fiondil ·
Times: First Age and Prior · ID: 554
Reviewer: Larner · 2008-08-08 06:14:50
Spoilers!
Ah--the first glimpse of Luthien by Beren Barahirion, as his fate has
finally freed him from the horrors of lands corrupted by Sauron and
the creatures twisted by that one and his even worse master and
brought him into the realm protected by Melian. Perhaps if he hadn't
cried out in the glade of the standing stone he might have continued
wandering aimlessly for a half age longer; but at last he finds he is
no longer denied, and he knows safety and true growth about him. But
it is the glimmer of light under trees that restores him the most, as
his heart and soul are stirred by that which is so much higher than
himself....
The contrast between the two realms is superbly described, as well as
the physical stress Beren has known since his father's death. A
wonderful precursor to Frodo's own houseless wanderings and Aragorn's
bliss.
Title: The Myth of the One Ring's Power · Author: Dreamflower ·
Genres: Non-Fiction · ID: 532
Reviewer: Larner · 2008-08-08 06:35:49
Spoilers!
I love this examination of the One Ring, and the determination
Dreamflower has made that both the Ring and Sauron appear to have
overrated Its power. That Sauron had long ago lost the ability to
truly empathise with others is a theme I myself explored somewhat in
my own story "Lesser Ring," and I postulated that this was why he must
have most of the rings of power created by Celebrimbor--he'd found his
own attempts to create rings intended to rule others had proven
failures, as he could not imbue them with the ability to understand
others necessary to command willing obedience.
That the Ring's own miscalculations lost It the help It desired to get
Itself back to Its Master's hand is obvious to us, but seems to have
not been appreciated by either Ring nor Sauron. Once he realized that
Sauron had created the Ruling Ring within his own great forge in
Orodruin, Celebrimbor immediately warned the recipients of the Three
to remove their rings; Isildur realized he'd become bound to the Ring
but regretted it and did not willingly don It when ordered by his son
Elendur to use Its power to help him flee; once comfortably hidden
from the world beneath the Misty Mountains Smeagol/Gollum refused to
go further; it was a similar scenario once Bilbo returned to the
Shire, and certainly, in spite of his desire to follow Bilbo Frodo
made no true move to leave until he must.
So many were strong enough to turn aside from the Ring, once they
realized they either accepted from the outset the danger possessing It
would pose or realized they were being moved beyond their natures. It
tended to push Its intended victims over the top, at which time they
realized they were being manipulated and resisted. Not until Frodo was
within the Sammath Naur could It fully take him, although we have seen
all along the way how It tried to compel him, sometimes managing to
get him to wear It, at least briefly.
An excellent, thought-provoking essay.
Title: A Perfect World · Author: mistycracraft · Genres: Romance:
Elven Lands · ID: 248
Reviewer: Larner · 2008-08-08 06:43:11
Spoilers!
How we wish for a perfect world--and on this night Aragorn, with the
faith of the one with whom he shares the beauties of their
surroundings, comes to believe it might indeed by possible to achieve
such a goal. One can almost smell the flowers about them and the clean
breeze that blows through their hair.
Title: The Dance · Author: Dawn Felagund · Genres: Romance: Elven
Lands · ID: 128
Reviewer: Larner · 2008-08-08 06:58:56
Ah--if only their love could have continued as it did that night. Alas
he must in time find a love of crafted things overwhelm the love he
had for the woman he took as his wife--truly the wise one she was called.
Title: Balm · Author: Armariel · Genres: Adventure · ID: 459
Reviewer: Larner · 2008-08-08 07:03:07
Spoilers!
It is difficult to tell how much of what Frodo remembers is real, and
how much the effects of his dreams and his desires as he and Sam made
their way through the desolation of Mordor. Surely the balm he
remembers Sam applying to his wounded and dehydrated body must have
been real--at least on some level!
A story that is achingly beautiful and poignant, with that lyrical
quality for which Armariel's poetry is famous. Definitely a keeper,
one to be reread frequently.
Title: Five Fires · Author: Elleth · Races: Elves: House of Finwe ·
ID: 736
Reviewer: Larner · 2008-08-08 14:33:01
Yes, it appears Ambarussa has valid reason to fear fire. Alas it took
so many of them, from the fire of rage within his father to the fire
that slew Maedhros.
Title: Burden · Author: Ancalime8301 · Genres: Drama: Featuring Frodo
or Sam · ID: 734
Reviewer: Larner · 2008-08-08 19:04:46
Spoilers!
Hmm--mpreg with a decided, even possibly realistic, twist. I'm not
certain I like how the Brandybucks are pictured here, but Bilbo I'm
rightly proud of. As for Aragorn and Halbarad--very satisfactory.
Illness prolonged enough to be interesting, but not to the point of
absurdity, for which I'm grateful.
Yes, worth the read.
Title: Loving a Book Lover · Author: Avon · Genres: Romance: Drabbles
· ID: 721
Reviewer: Larner · 2008-08-08 19:07:44
Spoilers!
Ah--most amusing as Eowyn seeks to steal the interest of her husband
from the book he's reading. He knows from experience with his brother
he can last her out--or can he?
Pleasant laugh.
Title: Second Best · Author: Tanaqui · Races: Men: Gondor Drabbles ·
ID: 384
Reviewer: dkpalaska · 2008-08-08 21:09:08
Spoilers!
Tanaqui has a definite talent for capturing the essence of a character
in few words, as well as building in layers of meaning and allusion -
all wrapped up neatly in the often-challenging drabble format.
In ["Second Best"], there is an immediate connection with the PoV
character which invokes a powerful sympathetic response, and many
scenes from LotR started parading through my mind with only the barest
reference to them in the drabble. Her litany of fine and admirable
characteristics and accomplishments of this person had me nodding
along and thinking, "Yes, yes - that's *him* in a nutshell. Perfectly
portrayed!"
All of the above is extremely well done, but it is completely
surpassed by the final impact of the last part of the last sentence.
In just that blink of an eye, everything that came before suddenly
takes on even greater meaning, increasing the feeling of tragedy that
surrounds forthcoming events as it picks up deep resonances with
history. Most importantly, it shines a very revealing light on the
individual portrayed, forcing the reader to take a second look at his
or her assumptions. The unexpectedness of that final, revealing
reversal really drives home the point that the author is trying to make.
Title: Nothing Less · Author: Archet · Races: Men: General Drabbles ·
ID: 606
Reviewer: Marta · 2008-08-08 23:13:45
Ai, beautiful! Aragorn's patience seems fitting for his character, and
I love the way he is so respectful here. Nice work.
Title: In absentia · Author: Robinka · Races: Elves: House of Finwe ·
ID: 84
Reviewer: Raksha the Demon · 2008-08-09 03:33:35
Painful vignette about post-Thangodrim Maedhros and Fingon. The angst
is most skillfully drawn out here, and the ambivalent but credible
conclusion heightens the agony, mental and physical, felt by both Noldor.
Title: Denial · Author: Oshun · Races: Elves: House of Finwe · ID: 80
Reviewer: Raksha the Demon · 2008-08-09 03:41:37
Spoilers!
A fine vignette set during the carefree youth of the sons of Feanor in
the Time of the Trees. Oshun writes an interesting Maglor, ironic and
gifted, with a sense of humor; providing excellent contrast to the
more straightforward but perhaps less reflective Maedhros. And as
someone who has not memorized the many names of the Feanorians (and
still gets confused between Nelyafinwe and Nolofinwe), I really
appreciated the notes at the end!
Title: A Smile · Author: Aria · Races: Elves: House of Finwe · ID: 321
Reviewer: Raksha the Demon · 2008-08-09 04:03:39
Spoilers!
Tolkien should have spent more time writing about Celebrimbor.
Thankfully, fanfiction can fill in such tantalizing gaps. Aria does
not disappoint in this fine vignette about the end of Celebrimbor's
relationship with his father. Curufin is written sympathetically here,
and the explanation for that canon smile is quite believable.
Title: As the Tide by the Moon · Author: EdorasLass · Genres:
Alternate Universe · ID: 9
Reviewer: NeumeIndil · 2008-08-09 06:10:36
Spoilers!
Okay, I want more! I like the het, but then again that's my primary
vice in fan fic in the first place, so I'm not surprised. I like your
characters, esp. Eledher. If there was ever a woman of the Rohirrim
who could give Eowyn a run for her money, it's your red-head! The baby
is darling. I also, and this *did* surprise me, like your change of
POV. Most fiction is written in past tense, and personally I find the
present tense hard to maintain, especially over longer works. This was
just wonderful and kept me riveted for 2 nights. I caught myself
daydreaming at work, wondering where you would go with it next.
Please, write more?
Title: This crown of stars · Author: Fawsley · Races: Men: General
Drabbles · ID: 586
Reviewer: Larner · 2008-08-09 07:15:18
Spoilers!
Indeed a lonely Strider, one who apparently suspects the final battle
will not come, considers the stars he knows and the diadems he may
never wear. Lovely use of language.
Title: House of Ransom · Author: Robinka · Races: Elves: Drabbles ·
ID: 657
Reviewer: Larner · 2008-08-09 07:19:00
Turin may be hard, but then he has been cursed, poor fellow. May he
find his peace!
Title: Care to Ride My Hot-Rod Fell Beast? · Author: viv · Genres:
Humor: Other Fixed-Length Ficlets · ID: 180
Reviewer: Inkling · 2008-08-09 07:41:57
Now *that's* rejection! Very funny and original! And the title and
summary are almost as funny as the ficlet. I sometimes think we should
have MEFAs for story titles!
Title: A Woman in Few Words: The Character of Nerdanel and Her
Treatment in Canon and Fandom · Author: Dawn Felagund · Genres:
Non-Fiction: Character Studies · ID: 107
Reviewer: Robinka · 2008-08-09 07:44:38
A very well written character study of Nerdanel, who is mentioned
briefly in The Silmarillion, yet she is an extremely popular character
among the fans of the First Age in general. Well researched, well
thought out and excellently executed essay.
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