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When Winter Fell  by Lindelea 4 Review(s)
LarnerReviewed Chapter: 34 on 4/9/2026
To be on the cusp of maturity is proving an irritant and a glory for this tween. May he find steadiness. But we know in time his Took side will shine out for him, and so many will consider him Mad Baggins when he is truly at the height of his abilities.

Author Reply: Bilbo is growing up. Not only that, but Isen's sojourn with the Bagginses of Bag End, along with other events to come, will help the process along.

Isn't it ironic that his heroism and self-sacrifice, along with flexibility and willingness to learn new ways, were associated with madness in the eyes of his fellow Shire-folk? To my mind, they would have benefited from allowing even a little such madness into their lives and attitudes.

Thanks!

LarnerReviewed Chapter: 34 on 3/7/2015
I am glad they are involving Isen in the discussion. And they will undoubtedly make it to the Great Smials safely, although the way home might prove blocked.

Author Reply: Isen is growing stronger... All he has to do is to hold his tongue sufficiently at the Yuletide celebration. Easier said than done.

Thanks!

shireboundReviewed Chapter: 34 on 3/5/2015
I get a few of those 'weather aches' myself! I know Bilbo will enjoy traveling in the snow.

Author Reply: Ah, weather aches! Do you suppose they might be more accurate than meteorologists? (I had a good friend who was a meteorologist. Fascinating field of study. My favorite part of a newscast is always the weather, fancy that!)

Bilbo's young enough to enjoy travel in snow... I wonder what he thought about it in later years?

Thanks!

DreamflowerReviewed Chapter: 34 on 3/5/2015
Such a light dusting of snow--just a harbinger, I suppose.

I love the bit at the end! "Cheep cheep"! :)

Author Reply: Ah, yes, there may well be heavier snows in their future. I'd say the chances are good. :)

Thanks!

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