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All Work and No Play  by Lindelea 2 Review(s)
LarnerReviewed Chapter: 25 on 4/11/2026
Some deep thoughts here from Ferdi, who's far older than he was when he brought Estella from hiding in the Woody End to the Tooklands. A good reason to find him thoughtful. Holdoron is definitely learning from Farry's uncle.

Author Reply: Ferdi is older, as well as wiser. (The two don't always coincide, I find... but in Ferdi's case, they do.)

Both Man and Hobbit are learning about each other's peoples and customs and preferences, and both are wise enough to set aside long-held prejudices and presumptions as a result. If only more people IRL were inclined to do the same...

(Thanks!)

FimbrethelReviewed Chapter: 25 on 11/27/2025
"'Half-memorised?' Haldoron retorted. 'Are Tooks habitually given to understatement?'"
"Ferdi let out a half-choked chuckle, followed by '...lots, and none at all...'"
"Watch where you're walking, or walk where you're watching!"

Lol! I liked all the last half of the chapter! (from Half-memorized on).

Author Reply: I'm glad!

Thanks so much for stopping to leave an encouraging word.

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