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A Great Cause for Concern  by Alassante 3 Review(s)
LarnerReviewed Chapter: 1 on 6/17/2008
It is a bit of a turnabout to have Legolas perhaps in some level of disgrace for having Gimli accompany him to the Undying Lands. Rather a clever turn of affairs.

Author Reply: Thank you! I liked the idea of Aule having a chance to meet one of his 'children'.

DreamflowerReviewed Chapter: 1 on 6/15/2008
This was truly delightful to see! I loved to see Legolas' loyalty to his friend, and Galadriel's as well.

While I'm of the firm belief that both Gandalf and Legolas had "prior approval" to bringing their non-Elven companions to the West, it is nowhere explicitly stated, so the scenario you propose is certainly a valid interpretation--I liked the way you made use of it, and the outcome.

And I could very easily imagine that Legolas would have returned with Gimli if his friend had been refused admission.

Author Reply: Thank you =0) I wonder if they have 'call ahead reservations' to Valinor lol Maybe Osse checks it out for them.

shireboundReviewed Chapter: 1 on 6/14/2008
“I know this dwarf’s spirit, and he is everything you wished for when you created them.”

How beautiful. This is a delightful story from beginning to end, and I especially love the little 'aside' about Gandalf and the hobbits.

Author Reply: hehe thank you. I always wondered if Legolas thought about the fact that he was breaking a rule.

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