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Msg# 9649
MEFA Reviews for Wednesday, December 3, 2008 (Morning Set, Part One) Posted by annmarwalk December 03, 2008 - 4:26:14 Topic ID# 9649Title: FAULT: The Doctor Is In · Author: Fiondil · Genres: Humor:
Valar & Maiar · ID: 545
Reviewer: Beruthiel's Cat · 2008-12-01 00:00:00 Score: 5
Spoilers!
545-Fault-The Doctor is In
As an avid follower of this author's tales, it has been a joy to watch
his witty forays into
Tolkien's characters. A left-handed turn into "what if" in which the
Feanoreans truly get what
is coming to them, and in spades.If there was ever a crowd to put the
'fun' in dysfunctional,
therefore inspiring the Lord of Mandos to make the punishment fit the
crime, this is it. Oh, to
be a fly on the wall during one of these sessions, but again, the best
is saved for last as the
tables are turned on the instigator of this little free-for-all.
Sometimes, good ideas can come
back to bite you. Totally hilarious, and my personal favorite of the
humor pieces included in
Fiondil's Tapestry series.
Title: One Equal Temper of Heroic Hearts · Author: Gwynnyd · Genres:
Romance: Gondor · ID: 334
Reviewer: viv · 2008-12-01 00:00:00 Score: 3
Oh, this I like. As someone who isn't getting any younger, I have
wondered similar things. And true, their, uh, energetic ending to this
story smacks of the Aragorn and Arwen of my imagination, they could
have answered their questions differently and it wouldn't have been
any less romantic. What a light touch you have on difficult subjects,
Gwynnyd.
Title: Aftermaths and Consequences · Author: Gwynnyd · Times: Fourth
Age and Beyond · ID: 268
Reviewer: viv · 2008-12-01 00:00:00 Score: 3
Are these characters from some of your other works? I like them.
They're no-nonsense and practical, but more than that, they're
believable. I like the descriptions of his stride and posture, and her
uncomplaining acceptance that she is not beautiful. I'd like to read
more about these two and find out whether his ambitions at court bear
fruit.
Title: The Craft of the Elven Smith · Author: Larner · Times:
Multi-Age · ID: 1
Reviewer: viv · 2008-12-01 00:00:00 Score: 3
I love this notion that Nerdanel's gifts to the world were more than
her hot-headed sons. She had so much skill and talent on her own that
she *ought* to have been so used to craft things of importance. Plus,
it's good to think of her busy over there in Valinor, not mourning
constantly from age to age. This seems to fit her character.
Title: The Ring That Sauron Forged · Author: Larner · Genres: Poetry:
Hobbits · ID: 645
Reviewer: viv · 2008-12-01 00:00:00 Score: 2
Well, that about sums up the whole story, doesn't it? And with a lilt
and meter, too! Very entertaining and well done!
Title: Free To Live · Author: Nieriel Raina · Races: Elves: Mirkwood
Elves · ID: 701
Reviewer: viv · 2008-12-01 00:00:00 Score: 4
What I really like about this is how hard it is for Thranduil to let
his resentments go. Oh, he does, eventually, of course, but he has to
keep reminding himself to do so. He has to keep repeating the word
"peace" just so he doesn't lose sight of what has been accomplished...
even though it wasn't accomplished by *him* exclusively. I can almost
hear his answer to that: "darn it."
Title: A Dream Come True · Author: Lady Bluejay · Genres: Romance:
Gondor · ID: 162
Reviewer: viv · 2008-12-01 00:00:00 Score: 3
Spoilers!
Well, that's a twist on the old "Eomer and Lothiriel meet for the
first time" story! Hee. The attraction between them was very
believable, and I liked that Lothiriel has spirit despite her staid
and prim appearance. She's right: she is a good queen. But Eomer is
right, too: she's a heap sexier than a painted whore.
Title: Somewhere I Have Never Traveled · Author: Fiondil · Times:
Fourth Age and Beyond · ID: 578
Reviewer: Beruthiel's Cat · 2008-12-01 00:00:00 Score: 6
Spoilers!
Like everyone else who has become such a fan of Tolkien fiction, I
enjoy revisiting favorite
tales; and this one is no exception. I believe we all have
preconceived notions of what this
moment for her (and ourselves) would be like. To find differently than
one expected would be
rather disappointing, but to find the reality better than the
supposition would be a relief as well
as a joyful experience. Námo as Fiondil writes him is always special;
he is so straightforward
and "real", wearing many faces as is befitting the Lord of Mandos.
Such a wide range of
emotions expressed within this story, all skillfully handled...solid
characterization to which we
as readers have become spoiled. The Lord of Mandos having his own
needs acknowledged
by hobbits is a special touch that sends this tale into the realm of
best told and long
remembered.
Title: Tales of the Eldandili · Author: Alassiel · Genres: Drama:
Incomplete · ID: 502
Reviewer: Beruthiel's Cat · 2008-12-01 00:00:00 Score: 5
An interesting and delightful premise, further exploring an idea not
often considered or by
fiction authors. Alassiel brings style and grace to this tale, an a
very welcome sense of
plausability. In imagining such a "what if" scenario, I think we'd all
like to find ourselves in her
characters' shoes. These people are well thought out, entirely
believeable in their reactions to
the situation in which they find themselves.With such an excellent
beginning to this story, I
foresee it being enjoyable and full of surprises all throughout; and
entirely worthy of its
nomination.
Title: Shadows · Author: Bodkin · Races: Elves: Family · ID: 698
Reviewer: Beruthiel's Cat · 2008-12-01 00:00:00 Score: 4
As is to be expected with Bodkin's tales, there is always incredible
depth and ventures into
areas of Tolkien's works not usually visited by other authors. Such is
true in this one,
delightfully refreshing and completely original in its treatment of
such familiar canon. Bodkin is
exceptional in her insights, skillfully weaving a story that is
guaranteed to make the reader sit
up and pay attention. Worthy of being included among any reader's list
of all-time favorites.
Title: A Sea Visit · Author: Elen Kortirion · Genres: Humor: Drabbles
· ID: 96
Reviewer: cairistiona · 2008-12-01 00:00:00 Score: 2
Very funny drabble ... mood and setting is shown very well with
limited words, and the surprise "neighbor" is a nice little funny
twist at the end.
Title: The Skills That Keep You Alive · Author: Gwynnyd · Times: Mid
Third Age · ID: 434
Reviewer: cairistiona · 2008-12-01 00:00:00 Score: 5
Spoilers!
Interesting story ... young Estel is well-drawn and his antsy
frustration at having to do beadwork is very much how I'd see a young
boy acting. I like how Glorfindel is portrayed as well: wise and with
an underlying deadliness that seems barely constrained ... he strikes
me as never being one to have ever lost control. I like the idea of
his juggling all those things to show Estel the importance of hand-eye
coordination. The ending was really unique, I have to say. I never
really pictured Aragorn ever doing a juggling act on a stage--but it
makes me wonder if it's a cover for some other mission down in Harad
or something. Interesting, at any rate!
Title: Dark Dreams · Author: Avon · Races: Men: Steward's Family · ID: 282
Reviewer: cairistiona · 2008-12-01 00:00:00 Score: 5
Spoilers!
This is a lovely tale ... Imrahil is so gentle with his young nephews,
and even at a young age, the two boys' dispositions are evident:
Boromir the warrior, Faramir the dreamer (who would become a
dreamer/warrior). I haven't read many fics about these three, so
finding this one was a joy. The horrors of the drowning of Numenor are
hard to imagine and uncomfortable (at best) to think about--Faramir's
vivid description was chilling, especially the bit about the mother
killing her baby. Such things surely would have happened. I also liked
Imrahil's outrage at Denethor--no love lost there. All in all, very
well done story.
Title: Whatever Harm Encroached · Author: Nieriel Raina · Times:
Second and Early Third Age · ID: 708
Reviewer: cairistiona · 2008-12-01 00:00:00 Score: 3
Such telling detail in this story ... it almost seemed like I should
look up and see snowflakes falling. Thranduil's skills are fascinating
to "see", and I like the warm touch at the end as Legolas comes in and
takes care of his ada. Nice story!
Title: The Fire of Hope · Author: Raksha the Demon · Races: Men:
Pre-Ring War Fixed-Length Ficlets · ID: 625
Reviewer: cairistiona · 2008-12-01 00:00:00 Score: 3
Nice glimpse of the lonely life of a Ranger ... and a good glimpse of
the fire within Aragorn as he contemplates his future and his present
and of course, Arwen. I can well picture him sitting in the darkness,
his eyes alight as he makes those vows. Very nice story.
Title: NIGHT and FOREST: A Glimpse of Beauty · Author: Fiondil ·
Times: First Age and Prior · ID: 554
Reviewer: cairistiona · 2008-12-01 00:00:00 Score: 3
Spoilers!
Wonderful glimpse of Beren's struggles through Ered Gorgoroth and the
horrors he dealt with there. The tale of Beren is a fascinating one
and it's nice to find a fic that expands on it and fills in the
details as well as this one does. It was wrenching to read, but that
last line made for a nice sigh of relief at the end.
Title: In absentia · Author: Robinka · Races: Elves: House of Finwe ·
ID: 84
Reviewer: cairistiona · 2008-12-01 00:00:00 Score: 3
Very compelling short ficlet ... Maedhros' recovery from his torment
could not have been an easy one, and this story reflects Fingon's
frustration but also his patience and care for his cousin. Nicely done.
Title: Seeking the Sun · Author: Linda Hoyland · Races: Men · ID: 488
Reviewer: cairistiona · 2008-12-01 00:00:00 Score: 2
Very poignant, and beautifully illustrates the way King Elesser must
have surely one over all of Gondor, if not all en masse, than
sometimes one by one.
Title: A Little Misunderstanding · Author: Radbooks · Races:
Cross-Cultural: Elves and Men · ID: 275
Reviewer: cairistiona · 2008-12-01 00:00:00 Score: 3
Spoilers!
Sweet story that nonetheless also includes some darker moments.
Elladan's grief and guilt over his seeming failure to protect Arathorn
rings true, as does Halbarad's fears that the peredhil are there to
take him away. Nice resolving of the issue with Halbarad at the end,
although you still have the idea that Elladan still will have his own
demons to battle.
Title: This crown of stars · Author: Fawsley · Races: Men: General
Drabbles · ID: 586
Reviewer: cairistiona · 2008-12-01 00:00:00 Score: 2
Spoilers!
Nice glimpse of Strider during one of his low moments, when his
destiny seems far out of reach. Very poignant, and the idea of the
stars above being his only crown is beautiful.
Title: In the Hands of the King · Author: fantasyfan · Times: Late
Third Age: Gondor · ID: 231
Reviewer: cairistiona · 2008-12-01 00:00:00 Score: 2
Spoilers!
Very sweet ficlet and nice imaginative touch, using the shroud that
kept Aragorn's standard clean for a covering for Frodo.
Title: Celebrity · Author: Bodkin · Races: Men: Minas Tirith · ID: 635
Reviewer: cairistiona · 2008-12-01 00:00:00 Score: 5
Spoilers!
Excellent ficlet ... it has a wistful quality as the Strider that
still lives within King Elesser longs to be free. There is a stubborn
quality about Elesser that strikes me as very appropriate--King he may
be, but he would dearly love to be king on his own terms and dispense
with so much of the trappings of court. And yet there is also the
pragmatic--as king, he would have to protect himself and his family.
And with that comes that wistful resignation. Overall, a very good and
detailed glimpse into King Elesser's mindset and circumstances as he
encounters an old acquaintance.
Title: No Man's Land · Author: Branwyn (Lady Branwyn) · Genres:
Alternate Universe: Drabbles · ID: 726
Reviewer: Beruthiel's Cat · 2008-12-01 00:00:00 Score: 4
I had lost track of this drabble awhile back due to not remembering
the title. I was very glad when it showed up here, as I have wanted to
recommend it repeatedly to those who haven't read it. I'm not usually
one who either reads or writes drabbles, but this one had me
completely captivated with the sheer chilling possibility it
presented. A resounding well done for this little jewel!
Title: The Heart of a Knight · Author: Imhiriel · Genres: Drama:
Incomplete · ID: 335
Reviewer: obsidianj · 2008-12-01 00:00:00 Score: 4
This is a thoughtful in-depth gapfiller about Beregond. What does he
feel going from expecting the death-penalty to being appointed Captain
of the White Company? Who is this man? In this story Imhiriel sheds
some light on these questions. I like her characterization of Beregond
and the turmoil he is going through feels very real.
I hope to see another chapter soon.
Title: BRIDGE: Pá Valaraucar ar Námier · Author: Fiondil · Races:
Other Beings · ID: 415
Reviewer: Beruthiel's Cat · 2008-12-01 00:00:00 Score: 6
Spoilers!
For someone who worked for Lord Námo on several occasions in times
past Olorin seems
to have conveniently forgotten the rules when his own turn comes to
face the music, as it
were. As so many of us have speculated what that particular trip
outside space and time
involved, Fiondil has given us an answer with his signature twist.
[What part of "you're dead"
do you not understand?] sums the situation up nicely, reminding the
newly departed Maia that
even he must play by the rules. A serious situation laced with just
the right touch of humor, the
Lord of Mandos reminds his charge that the definition of failure is
indeed in the eye of the
beholder. With such a well -deserved lecture firmly in mind, no wonder
our favorite wizard's
reappearance is punctuated by a deeper wisdom and ability than what
came before
Valar & Maiar · ID: 545
Reviewer: Beruthiel's Cat · 2008-12-01 00:00:00 Score: 5
Spoilers!
545-Fault-The Doctor is In
As an avid follower of this author's tales, it has been a joy to watch
his witty forays into
Tolkien's characters. A left-handed turn into "what if" in which the
Feanoreans truly get what
is coming to them, and in spades.If there was ever a crowd to put the
'fun' in dysfunctional,
therefore inspiring the Lord of Mandos to make the punishment fit the
crime, this is it. Oh, to
be a fly on the wall during one of these sessions, but again, the best
is saved for last as the
tables are turned on the instigator of this little free-for-all.
Sometimes, good ideas can come
back to bite you. Totally hilarious, and my personal favorite of the
humor pieces included in
Fiondil's Tapestry series.
Title: One Equal Temper of Heroic Hearts · Author: Gwynnyd · Genres:
Romance: Gondor · ID: 334
Reviewer: viv · 2008-12-01 00:00:00 Score: 3
Oh, this I like. As someone who isn't getting any younger, I have
wondered similar things. And true, their, uh, energetic ending to this
story smacks of the Aragorn and Arwen of my imagination, they could
have answered their questions differently and it wouldn't have been
any less romantic. What a light touch you have on difficult subjects,
Gwynnyd.
Title: Aftermaths and Consequences · Author: Gwynnyd · Times: Fourth
Age and Beyond · ID: 268
Reviewer: viv · 2008-12-01 00:00:00 Score: 3
Are these characters from some of your other works? I like them.
They're no-nonsense and practical, but more than that, they're
believable. I like the descriptions of his stride and posture, and her
uncomplaining acceptance that she is not beautiful. I'd like to read
more about these two and find out whether his ambitions at court bear
fruit.
Title: The Craft of the Elven Smith · Author: Larner · Times:
Multi-Age · ID: 1
Reviewer: viv · 2008-12-01 00:00:00 Score: 3
I love this notion that Nerdanel's gifts to the world were more than
her hot-headed sons. She had so much skill and talent on her own that
she *ought* to have been so used to craft things of importance. Plus,
it's good to think of her busy over there in Valinor, not mourning
constantly from age to age. This seems to fit her character.
Title: The Ring That Sauron Forged · Author: Larner · Genres: Poetry:
Hobbits · ID: 645
Reviewer: viv · 2008-12-01 00:00:00 Score: 2
Well, that about sums up the whole story, doesn't it? And with a lilt
and meter, too! Very entertaining and well done!
Title: Free To Live · Author: Nieriel Raina · Races: Elves: Mirkwood
Elves · ID: 701
Reviewer: viv · 2008-12-01 00:00:00 Score: 4
What I really like about this is how hard it is for Thranduil to let
his resentments go. Oh, he does, eventually, of course, but he has to
keep reminding himself to do so. He has to keep repeating the word
"peace" just so he doesn't lose sight of what has been accomplished...
even though it wasn't accomplished by *him* exclusively. I can almost
hear his answer to that: "darn it."
Title: A Dream Come True · Author: Lady Bluejay · Genres: Romance:
Gondor · ID: 162
Reviewer: viv · 2008-12-01 00:00:00 Score: 3
Spoilers!
Well, that's a twist on the old "Eomer and Lothiriel meet for the
first time" story! Hee. The attraction between them was very
believable, and I liked that Lothiriel has spirit despite her staid
and prim appearance. She's right: she is a good queen. But Eomer is
right, too: she's a heap sexier than a painted whore.
Title: Somewhere I Have Never Traveled · Author: Fiondil · Times:
Fourth Age and Beyond · ID: 578
Reviewer: Beruthiel's Cat · 2008-12-01 00:00:00 Score: 6
Spoilers!
Like everyone else who has become such a fan of Tolkien fiction, I
enjoy revisiting favorite
tales; and this one is no exception. I believe we all have
preconceived notions of what this
moment for her (and ourselves) would be like. To find differently than
one expected would be
rather disappointing, but to find the reality better than the
supposition would be a relief as well
as a joyful experience. Námo as Fiondil writes him is always special;
he is so straightforward
and "real", wearing many faces as is befitting the Lord of Mandos.
Such a wide range of
emotions expressed within this story, all skillfully handled...solid
characterization to which we
as readers have become spoiled. The Lord of Mandos having his own
needs acknowledged
by hobbits is a special touch that sends this tale into the realm of
best told and long
remembered.
Title: Tales of the Eldandili · Author: Alassiel · Genres: Drama:
Incomplete · ID: 502
Reviewer: Beruthiel's Cat · 2008-12-01 00:00:00 Score: 5
An interesting and delightful premise, further exploring an idea not
often considered or by
fiction authors. Alassiel brings style and grace to this tale, an a
very welcome sense of
plausability. In imagining such a "what if" scenario, I think we'd all
like to find ourselves in her
characters' shoes. These people are well thought out, entirely
believeable in their reactions to
the situation in which they find themselves.With such an excellent
beginning to this story, I
foresee it being enjoyable and full of surprises all throughout; and
entirely worthy of its
nomination.
Title: Shadows · Author: Bodkin · Races: Elves: Family · ID: 698
Reviewer: Beruthiel's Cat · 2008-12-01 00:00:00 Score: 4
As is to be expected with Bodkin's tales, there is always incredible
depth and ventures into
areas of Tolkien's works not usually visited by other authors. Such is
true in this one,
delightfully refreshing and completely original in its treatment of
such familiar canon. Bodkin is
exceptional in her insights, skillfully weaving a story that is
guaranteed to make the reader sit
up and pay attention. Worthy of being included among any reader's list
of all-time favorites.
Title: A Sea Visit · Author: Elen Kortirion · Genres: Humor: Drabbles
· ID: 96
Reviewer: cairistiona · 2008-12-01 00:00:00 Score: 2
Very funny drabble ... mood and setting is shown very well with
limited words, and the surprise "neighbor" is a nice little funny
twist at the end.
Title: The Skills That Keep You Alive · Author: Gwynnyd · Times: Mid
Third Age · ID: 434
Reviewer: cairistiona · 2008-12-01 00:00:00 Score: 5
Spoilers!
Interesting story ... young Estel is well-drawn and his antsy
frustration at having to do beadwork is very much how I'd see a young
boy acting. I like how Glorfindel is portrayed as well: wise and with
an underlying deadliness that seems barely constrained ... he strikes
me as never being one to have ever lost control. I like the idea of
his juggling all those things to show Estel the importance of hand-eye
coordination. The ending was really unique, I have to say. I never
really pictured Aragorn ever doing a juggling act on a stage--but it
makes me wonder if it's a cover for some other mission down in Harad
or something. Interesting, at any rate!
Title: Dark Dreams · Author: Avon · Races: Men: Steward's Family · ID: 282
Reviewer: cairistiona · 2008-12-01 00:00:00 Score: 5
Spoilers!
This is a lovely tale ... Imrahil is so gentle with his young nephews,
and even at a young age, the two boys' dispositions are evident:
Boromir the warrior, Faramir the dreamer (who would become a
dreamer/warrior). I haven't read many fics about these three, so
finding this one was a joy. The horrors of the drowning of Numenor are
hard to imagine and uncomfortable (at best) to think about--Faramir's
vivid description was chilling, especially the bit about the mother
killing her baby. Such things surely would have happened. I also liked
Imrahil's outrage at Denethor--no love lost there. All in all, very
well done story.
Title: Whatever Harm Encroached · Author: Nieriel Raina · Times:
Second and Early Third Age · ID: 708
Reviewer: cairistiona · 2008-12-01 00:00:00 Score: 3
Such telling detail in this story ... it almost seemed like I should
look up and see snowflakes falling. Thranduil's skills are fascinating
to "see", and I like the warm touch at the end as Legolas comes in and
takes care of his ada. Nice story!
Title: The Fire of Hope · Author: Raksha the Demon · Races: Men:
Pre-Ring War Fixed-Length Ficlets · ID: 625
Reviewer: cairistiona · 2008-12-01 00:00:00 Score: 3
Nice glimpse of the lonely life of a Ranger ... and a good glimpse of
the fire within Aragorn as he contemplates his future and his present
and of course, Arwen. I can well picture him sitting in the darkness,
his eyes alight as he makes those vows. Very nice story.
Title: NIGHT and FOREST: A Glimpse of Beauty · Author: Fiondil ·
Times: First Age and Prior · ID: 554
Reviewer: cairistiona · 2008-12-01 00:00:00 Score: 3
Spoilers!
Wonderful glimpse of Beren's struggles through Ered Gorgoroth and the
horrors he dealt with there. The tale of Beren is a fascinating one
and it's nice to find a fic that expands on it and fills in the
details as well as this one does. It was wrenching to read, but that
last line made for a nice sigh of relief at the end.
Title: In absentia · Author: Robinka · Races: Elves: House of Finwe ·
ID: 84
Reviewer: cairistiona · 2008-12-01 00:00:00 Score: 3
Very compelling short ficlet ... Maedhros' recovery from his torment
could not have been an easy one, and this story reflects Fingon's
frustration but also his patience and care for his cousin. Nicely done.
Title: Seeking the Sun · Author: Linda Hoyland · Races: Men · ID: 488
Reviewer: cairistiona · 2008-12-01 00:00:00 Score: 2
Very poignant, and beautifully illustrates the way King Elesser must
have surely one over all of Gondor, if not all en masse, than
sometimes one by one.
Title: A Little Misunderstanding · Author: Radbooks · Races:
Cross-Cultural: Elves and Men · ID: 275
Reviewer: cairistiona · 2008-12-01 00:00:00 Score: 3
Spoilers!
Sweet story that nonetheless also includes some darker moments.
Elladan's grief and guilt over his seeming failure to protect Arathorn
rings true, as does Halbarad's fears that the peredhil are there to
take him away. Nice resolving of the issue with Halbarad at the end,
although you still have the idea that Elladan still will have his own
demons to battle.
Title: This crown of stars · Author: Fawsley · Races: Men: General
Drabbles · ID: 586
Reviewer: cairistiona · 2008-12-01 00:00:00 Score: 2
Spoilers!
Nice glimpse of Strider during one of his low moments, when his
destiny seems far out of reach. Very poignant, and the idea of the
stars above being his only crown is beautiful.
Title: In the Hands of the King · Author: fantasyfan · Times: Late
Third Age: Gondor · ID: 231
Reviewer: cairistiona · 2008-12-01 00:00:00 Score: 2
Spoilers!
Very sweet ficlet and nice imaginative touch, using the shroud that
kept Aragorn's standard clean for a covering for Frodo.
Title: Celebrity · Author: Bodkin · Races: Men: Minas Tirith · ID: 635
Reviewer: cairistiona · 2008-12-01 00:00:00 Score: 5
Spoilers!
Excellent ficlet ... it has a wistful quality as the Strider that
still lives within King Elesser longs to be free. There is a stubborn
quality about Elesser that strikes me as very appropriate--King he may
be, but he would dearly love to be king on his own terms and dispense
with so much of the trappings of court. And yet there is also the
pragmatic--as king, he would have to protect himself and his family.
And with that comes that wistful resignation. Overall, a very good and
detailed glimpse into King Elesser's mindset and circumstances as he
encounters an old acquaintance.
Title: No Man's Land · Author: Branwyn (Lady Branwyn) · Genres:
Alternate Universe: Drabbles · ID: 726
Reviewer: Beruthiel's Cat · 2008-12-01 00:00:00 Score: 4
I had lost track of this drabble awhile back due to not remembering
the title. I was very glad when it showed up here, as I have wanted to
recommend it repeatedly to those who haven't read it. I'm not usually
one who either reads or writes drabbles, but this one had me
completely captivated with the sheer chilling possibility it
presented. A resounding well done for this little jewel!
Title: The Heart of a Knight · Author: Imhiriel · Genres: Drama:
Incomplete · ID: 335
Reviewer: obsidianj · 2008-12-01 00:00:00 Score: 4
This is a thoughtful in-depth gapfiller about Beregond. What does he
feel going from expecting the death-penalty to being appointed Captain
of the White Company? Who is this man? In this story Imhiriel sheds
some light on these questions. I like her characterization of Beregond
and the turmoil he is going through feels very real.
I hope to see another chapter soon.
Title: BRIDGE: Pá Valaraucar ar Námier · Author: Fiondil · Races:
Other Beings · ID: 415
Reviewer: Beruthiel's Cat · 2008-12-01 00:00:00 Score: 6
Spoilers!
For someone who worked for Lord Námo on several occasions in times
past Olorin seems
to have conveniently forgotten the rules when his own turn comes to
face the music, as it
were. As so many of us have speculated what that particular trip
outside space and time
involved, Fiondil has given us an answer with his signature twist.
[What part of "you're dead"
do you not understand?] sums the situation up nicely, reminding the
newly departed Maia that
even he must play by the rules. A serious situation laced with just
the right touch of humor, the
Lord of Mandos reminds his charge that the definition of failure is
indeed in the eye of the
beholder. With such a well -deserved lecture firmly in mind, no wonder
our favorite wizard's
reappearance is punctuated by a deeper wisdom and ability than what
came before
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