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| To See by Eredadain | 7 Review(s) |
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| Lamiel | Reviewed Chapter: 1 on 12/14/2003 |
| Very intriguing, and very well written. This is the first futuristic LOTR fic I've read that seems plausible and believable. There are some beautiful descriptions here - particularly the detail of the landscape and sunset. I'm looking forward to more. Lamiel Author Reply: Lamiel, Thank you. I wanted to move Middle Earth forward, but I didn't want it to be "our" world, either. One of the saddest things in life is the realization that what is is not long to be. The Elves know this. | |
| daw the minstrel | Reviewed Chapter: 1 on 12/13/2003 |
| I'm glad to see this posted! I had a lot of fun while I was reading this, trying to figure out who the characters were and what the geography pointed to. Also, I was impressed by the imagery, particularly that of the snake - the truck, for instance, or the words that "coil" at Chris's feet. You're very patient in laying this out in realistic detail. I'm looking forward to seeing where you take it. | |
| sarah | Reviewed Chapter: 1 on 12/13/2003 |
| Very interesting start. I like the plot and would like to see more. It was fun reading. Sarah. Author Reply: Sarah, Thak you. Chapter 2 is done, and 3 is coming together. Chris learns more about the Palantir, and G and S have a little scrap. | |
| Antigone_Q | Reviewed Chapter: 1 on 12/12/2003 |
| An interesting premise. You write well, and I'll be watching to see where your story is headed. Author Reply: Antigone_Q, Thanks, I'm learning. | |
| Nilmandra | Reviewed Chapter: 1 on 12/12/2003 |
| This is a wonderful and intriguing start. I am enjoying both the language and writing, as well as the plot. The story flows well, and the use of imagery is very well done. You have created a picture in my mind, and I feel like I see what Chris does. And Samuel is terrifying! Knowing my Tolkien, the city is Minas Tirith, the river bed the Anduin and the round object the Palantir. The tusk is of an oliphaunt, perhaps one that fell in Ithilien and washed downstream, or that died on the Pelennor. I am looking forward to more. | |
| Niere of Gondolin | Reviewed Chapter: 1 on 12/12/2003 |
| Outstanding start. I am definitely hooked. Can't wait to see where this one goes. Your writing style is outstanding, you clearly express your thoughts and you are able to use the language well. Please post additional chapters soon, this one is going into my Favorites list. Regards, Niere Author Reply: Niere, Thank you. I'm new at this and your comments are appreciated. The action will heat up in Chapter 3. | |
| Fadesintothewest | Reviewed Chapter: 1 on 12/12/2003 |
| Daw recommened this story to me, and boy am I glad she did! This is amazing writing. Your use of language is superb and the imagery you conjure is at once dark and enthralling. I wish I had such skill. So our Chris has found a Palantir, am I right? And Samuel is our dearest Sauron reembodied. I look forward to following this story! great start! Author Reply: Fadesintothewest, Thanks for your comments. Yes, daw is great. She writes so well, and she's been helping me by beta reading and mentoring. I never would have started this without her encouragement. Watch for G and S to tangle later on. | |