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| The Forest Has Eyes by Budgielover | 101 Review(s) |
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| fliewatuet | Reviewed Chapter: 7 on 10/17/2004 |
| I am amazed at how much suspense you manage to give a seemingly harmless story (harmless, judged by the first paragraph, I should add). I had to put this story to a hold for a while (courtesy of RL issues), but read the last four chapters in one go (and vowed to never upset a tree in my life)! Now, I could hope that the dark shape approaching the recently rescued Hobbit and Elf are only their companions, but somehow I doubt it. Eagerly waiting for more, fliewatuet | |
| lovethosehobbits | Reviewed Chapter: 7 on 10/17/2004 |
| Hey Budge- Ive been following this fic all along, but thought it was about time to leave a review. I love all of your fics, and this one is no exception. Looking forward to the next chappie, tree | |
| elliska | Reviewed Chapter: 7 on 10/17/2004 |
| You and your bloody cliff-hangers. Every chapter ends in one! :) Another great chapter! So tense. Great fight scenes and great angst for Legolas. I love the way the trees are such a real character in this. And the Ring, really. I am very glad to see that Legolas finally has help keeping Frodo safe again and I hope that dark shape approaching is only the rest of the Fellowship. But knowing you, it probably isn't. This is a great story. | |
| Ariel | Reviewed Chapter: 7 on 10/17/2004 |
| Again she strikes! The queen of cliffhangers! Engaging tale, as always! But I keep waiting for the Frodo angst! You can't possibly manage a Budgie story without it, can you? Ariel (who sincerely hopes not!) | |
| Jay of Lasgalen | Reviewed Chapter: 7 on 10/17/2004 |
| That was a wonderfully tense chapter. One thing I like about your story is that Frodo isn't helpless, and neither is Legolas despite his injuries. Harlan was a very dangerous enemy - cunning and ruthless, but clever too, knowing how to use Frodo against Legolas so the trees would not attack. I'm very glad he's dead! Poor Legolas does not sound in a good way - a knee in an open wound can't be good - but he's upright (just) and talking to the trees. I hope they listen to him. Jay | |
| Timmy2222 | Reviewed Chapter: 7 on 10/17/2004 |
| I really enjoyed the fight description. Poor Elf, can't win against that man in the state he is in! And if I thought this story would be over -- far from it! Gladly I wait for the next chapter to follow. Meanwhile I think I'll have time to work on my own story... Take care, - T. | |
| Pearl Took | Reviewed Chapter: 6 on 9/29/2004 |
| Forgive my lateness. This is still riveting!! A most apporpriate way for Billeh to die. I like Pippin redirecting his disappointment at being left into teaching Gimli about handling horses. And the marvelous change in Frodo's demeanor when the man is becoming entranced by the Ring. Wonderful indeed!!! | |
| bobo baggins | Reviewed Chapter: 6 on 9/25/2004 |
| I can't believe I hadn't reviewed this story yet! Sorry! I know you have the reputation of being the Queen of Cliffhangers, but do you have to be so cruel about it? :'( If you don't update soon, yours readers may have to do something drastic!:) Poor Frodo! What desperate act will he try now? And Legolas is only going to hurt himself more by his actions. Aragorn and Gandalf need to hurry up before it's too late. Author Reply: Hi Bobo Baggins! I do have that reputation, don't I? *preens and tries to look humble* I'm glad you are enjoying the story and appreciate your review. And the implied threat. Be assured that the next chapter has gone to my wonderful beta Marigold and should be back in a couple of days. My, your last three sentences are certainly prophetic... (Couldn't resist teasing you, there.) | |
| docmon | Reviewed Chapter: 6 on 9/23/2004 |
| snapping bones???? I don't know whose bones I want it to be least! oww! and master author is nassssty cruel to leave us with such a cliffhanger!!! Both the fondness and cruelty Harlan is showing for Frodo are creepy in a way not often seen, certainly not in the books, and it adds to the mood of the story, the desperation Legolas and Frodo must feel. I'm wondering a bit that Harlan's plan seems too simple and obviously flawed - but I think i'm just thinking through it too slowly. I htought Legolas can simply come back for him, but he can't, since Harlan's set a date of a month from now... Not that Legolas is in any condition to think this out. Instead he reacts instinctively, as usual. But his attempt to free them is as doomed as Frodo's - he's still bound to his horse! please, please, please! give us more soon! [and a longer chapter monica never too shameless to beg Author Reply: Hullo Monica! I loved your 'never too shameless to beg' - I feel that way a lot, too. What a shame Real Life gets in the way of our fanfiction... :) Thanks for your comments. I'm relieved that the Frodo/Harlan sub-storyline isn't too strong - I worked a lot on that, not wanting it to be too frightening (to the reader) but wanted it to be unsettling. This is a PG-13 story, after all, and you are right - it is a plausible aspect not seen in canon. You make me think I am succeeding. Harlan's outlining of his ransom demand is based on some of the kidnapping documentaries I've seen (the Discovery Channel and Court TV have wonderful series on crime), where the kidnapper is trying to set up payment in a manner that most safeguards himself. You will see the results of his demands in the upcoming chapter. More soon - and it is a long chapter! | |
| Sheikan | Reviewed Chapter: 6 on 9/20/2004 |
| OH man! I hate to think whos bones that is snaping =[ please do update soon! I want to know who got hurt there ^-^ Author Reply: Hello, Sheikan. Thank you for your comment, and be looking for the next chapter in a few days. Your question will be answered. I'm so pleased your are enjoying the story. Thanks! | |