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Runaway  by Lindelea 4 Review(s)
FantasyFanReviewed Chapter: 32 on 2/20/2004
That's a bit of an uncomfortable dinner, isn't it? Meadowsweet isn't as forgiving as Tolly is, and I'm not so sure Ferdi is in too forgiving a mood either. The subvocal chatter has quite an edge to it, by all parties. Of course the Tooks are falling out of their chairs to hear what's going on, and for those too far away to listen in, Pip has provided an appropriate visual show. Pippin's making an obvious effort to show everyone that all is well, there is no lingering blame, everything is smoothed over, Ferdi and Tolly are in good graces. The Tooks will take that with a grain of salt, I suppose. Pip ought to be worrying about how they'll view him once the whole story comes out. He's a large serving of humble pie in front of him now, and trust is not so easily rebuilt.

I know you've written the final chapter already - will it go far enough to hear the naming of Nell's babe?

Author Reply: Everyone is slowly settling back into their places but there are a few rough edges left to be gently sanded away before we can put the finishing coat of polish on.

Didn't get around to writing the chapter where Pip had to deal with the truth coming out. It still might be inserted later, or I might leave it up to the imagination. For all practical purposes the story is finished.

Nell's babe has not received a name in this story; am still thinking on it for a future story.

Thanks for reviewing!

HaiReviewed Chapter: 32 on 2/20/2004
That was a interesting diversion. I hope that things can regain some of the trust and order between the families of the falsely accused. I keep thinking you are finished with this story and then another chapter is posted! Thank you!

Author Reply: Well, the story is finished now! Just posted chapter 34.

Trust takes time, and there wasn't enough of that to re-establish the relationships in *this* story, but you can see it in "future" stories; so yes, the trust and family order were regained, over time.

Thanks for your comments!

Lyta PadfootReviewed Chapter: 32 on 2/19/2004
The escort seems to be having fun with the Talk.

Author Reply: Very mischievous of them, I think. Wonder how often they play this game?

SoundofHornsReviewed Chapter: 32 on 2/19/2004
this is great. i just wish there was more of faramir again! he was such a great little character.

Author Reply: You got a bit more of Faramir in chapter 33, and the last chapter (34), the wrap-up had no Faramir at all, I'm sorry to say. However, he may appear in other stories, you never know. Thanks for commenting!

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