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| In the Woods of Ossiriand by perelleth | 5 Review(s) |
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| elliska | Reviewed Chapter: 11 on 3/17/2009 |
| This was a really great story. You did an incredible job showing every different group's POV and prejudices. Again, in this last chapter, Gil-galad is very kingly, even up to his nearly breaking patience. Oropher is a tough nut. I enjoyed the conversation about Thranduil and Cûiell too. Especially: Thranduil growled threateningly, the effect somewhat weakened by the furious blush that covered his face. That really cracked me up. Loved this--glad I finally got a chance to read it! Author Reply: Seeing war and death form the pov of youths was a hard thing. IT was too much for this two, but only the beginning of the unnumbered battles and deaths they are going to fight in their long lives, It is somehow sobering, to know that htey will be there again and again and again... Thank you very much for your kind reviews, elliska! It was such an effort! I'm really thrilled. | |
| Redheredh | Reviewed Chapter: 11 on 10/12/2008 |
| Nice, hope-filled ending. I wish there could have been a happier resolution. But hey, these are the times and the characters. The moment I liked the best though was Oropher warning Gil-galad that Maentew's loyalty was gift he should not abuse. Poor Oropher, the one not chosen, feeling saddened, but still a loving friend. Yes, I particularly liked that scene. And both kings, looking beyond the mountains as a land of healing and peace. Little do they know now that the distance between them will only grow. "She heard it too... she like it!...She loves it [her bow] too much." lol, he has his dad's brand of modesty. Cute exchange that scene. Ha! The Stinging One. I always enjoy your stories. This one is no exception. However, it's much more than fun when you put Gil-galad and Oropher together. Author Reply: THank-you very much, as always, for your thoughtful suggestions, which always make me think and reconsider! As you say, there was not much chance for a happier ending here, but rather a kind of "see you!" while the characters follow their paths and ponder what they have learnt here. At least we know that Maentew and Oropher will end up resuming their friendship, though it will take them time! However, it's much more than fun when you put Gil-galad and Oropher together. LOLOL. THe more I write Oropher, the more I like him. I think he and Gil-galad give sense to each other. But I don't know if I will be able to reach the end of their tale... | |
| Aiwen | Reviewed Chapter: 11 on 10/11/2008 |
| I just wanted to let you know that I enjoyed your story. I like the way you write Gil-galad. I wish there was more written about Gil-galad in general, also at least his obscurity tends to protect him from the worst sort of Mary Sues. There is so much more that could be said that the brief outlines which Tolkien wrote. Author Reply: Thank-you very much for letting me know, Aiwen. I think it is exactly the brief outlines that Tolkien wrote about an elven king who ruled for an age and a bit more what kindled my interst for Gil-galad... but I agree that obnscurity also means protection. :-) | |
| Agape4Gondor | Reviewed Chapter: 11 on 10/11/2008 |
| This has beena truly wonderful tale. I'm very glad that I 'found' it. I don't know details about the Elves of this age, but I was nonetheless captivated by the tension and the 'characters' you write of. I loved Gil-galad. And Thranduil. And, of course, Oropher. Thanks for taking the time to share it with us! Very well written! Author Reply: Thank-you, Agape. I am glad that you liked this story, even if it is far from your usual haunts! :-) | |
| daw the minstrel | Reviewed Chapter: 11 on 10/11/2008 |
| I really like the way the young people know quite well that Oropher is a wild one at the same time, they respect and love him. And he curbs his worst behavior for their sakes. The theme of forgiveness or grudges held is relevant and realistically rendered. What Maentew has managed to do is so rare, I think. Author Reply: Thank-you, daw. I find I understand Oropher's wild temper better the more I write about him. I think different ways of healing take different amounts of time, and while mAentew was subjected to the presence of others, and had to learn to live with them -and their own grudges as well, Oropher chose isolation and that prevented him from moving on for a time.... | |