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The Way Home  by Lindelea 2 Review(s)
shireboundReviewed Chapter: 41 on 12/9/2025
My new friend bows to the lord of horses, and my companion inclines his head in response as if granting the Ranger permission to approach. Which the Man does.

I love that small but important moment. Hooray for insightful Rangers!

Author Reply: One of my favourite (but tragic) characters when I first read the book was Halbarad. I was so sad when he fell in battle. I'm glad to be able to honour him in this small way. Perhaps Gandalf shared the Ranger's campfire for a brief rest (and with the aim of gathering information from the Watchers) on his way to Weathertop, and Halbarad learned something from the wizard about the best way to approach one of the Mearas to make a good impression. I like imagining such a thing, anyhow.

Thanks!

KathyGReviewed Chapter: 41 on 12/8/2025
I trust that the Rangers aren't plotting to capture Bill! Thank goodness they saved Shadowfax and Bill from the wolves.


Author Reply: I'm sure that Rangers are smarter than that. Or maybe the word I want is "wiser"? Still, they will play a major role in the next few chapters.

Thanks!

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