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| Beech Leaves by Redheredh | 30 Review(s) |
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| perelleth | Reviewed Chapter: 2 on 6/10/2005 |
| Weekend begun sooner than expected, and I'm taking advantage! ;-) Now, an interesting thought, that a fëa would reject Mandos and still the Vala would send him to the Halls… This poor one is truly upset, the Halls seem to have done no good to him… even Mandos has his failures, it would seem? Poor anguished elf, perched upon a tree and fighting fleeing memories. “They’re in Greenwood!” Heartbreaking call! His anguish is almost unbearable! I hope he finds his peace soon!!!! The Ataramillë is such a caring and compassionate character, she truly hit the niche market that was needed, special place for special people, indeed :-)! NOw, we know he's from greenwood... this is too intriguing! Author Reply: I am so glad you enjoyed it enough to continue. There are some answers later on, of course. But, not being omniscient creatures, we will never know everything. Even in our own stories. | |
| Nilmandra | Reviewed Chapter: 5 on 6/9/2005 |
| I have to say I spent as much time guessing at who Rostaro might be. His lack of parents to be reunited with made me think at first he was Elured or Elurin, but they were not nursing infants. Plus, there were two of them, and Elwing and other kin are in Aman. I am curious why the Valar would rebirth a child without his mother, though, so feel free to tell us Rostaro's story! Author Reply: You're curious about Rostaro? Hmmm... seems you're not the only one. But, to answer one of your questions at least, a child that dies at birth would not have any memory of their parents. Should children be deprived of a promised second chance at life - perhaps in a safer place then the first - simply because they had no sins to be forgiven nor life to be remembered? So, do you think They should wait until the mother dies and then sent them both back together? What if she survived Ennor and sailed to Aman? Do you think they would know eachother on sight after the child was grown up? Somehow, I don't think that would be the case. Yes, an interesting premise to write a story around. Though not right away. But, I am very glad this tale caught your interest beyond the simple story. | |
| Nilmandra | Reviewed Chapter: 5 on 6/9/2005 |
| Ah, I am so pleased I was correct. How wonderful to see the strong leader, the playful Sindar/Silvan fall out of the worn and weary elf we saw earlier. I am thrilled he is rejoining his people. Very good storyelling. I felt I was there like a fly on the wall, observing all that was happening. And I like happy endings. Author Reply: Well, whether he rejoins his people remains to be seen. Hopefully, Bodkin will let us know if he actually makes it. Thank you, I appreciate the compliment. It is a happy enough ending, I guess. As Bejai has pointed out, his beloved is not with him and shall not be again. But, that's life in Arda. | |
| Nilmandra | Reviewed Chapter: 3 on 6/9/2005 |
| Your use of description in these first chapters is amazing - the reborn elf's senses reawakened, renewed - and how much he noticed speaks to his Teleri past...or more particularly, his Silvan past. His fall into despair, his guilt, the way he is hung in time and unable to move on is just heartrending. I suspected Oropher last chapter, and now I am more strongly sensing it is him. He is Sindar by birth, Silvan by choice. He died an unneeded death, perhaps, due to his pride. He likley died in his son's arms. And he probably feels like he deserted his people, even to the point of not staying as an unhoused spirit to be among them. Now I shall read further and see if I am correct. Author Reply: It is amazing to me how people pick out the same details and find different clues in them. ;) I am so glad you find this interesting! | |
| Larner | Reviewed Chapter: 5 on 6/8/2005 |
| Aha! The tale is now told, the identity known! Well told, and quite the mystery. You had me guessing all along the way! Had it in mind it might be Amroth. Author Reply: Thank you, I appreciate the compliments. Amroth? Close, but no lembas. ;) I glad you like it! | |
| Larner | Reviewed Chapter: 4 on 6/8/2005 |
| Aha--am glad the language is coming back, and hopefully more besides. Author Reply: Rostaro does not intend to let him down either way. Glad this is keeping your interest! | |
| Larner | Reviewed Chapter: 3 on 6/8/2005 |
| Sounds like a good choice of guide for this quest. Lovely use of the languages. Wish I knew them better myself. Author Reply: Yeah, Ulbanis knows her job and how to get it done. Thanks for reviewing! | |
| perelleth | Reviewed Chapter: 1 on 6/8/2005 |
| This comes in a particularly busy week, so I'm saving the rest for the week-end, but the beginning is very promising... and intriguing! I like the feeling of lightness and strangeness of the newborn. The entire chapter is like a new kindled light. It’s wonderfully done, so full of hope, but also of uncertainty, weirdness and anguish for the poor elf, before he grasps his own nature! The pace, too, is a bit languid, fitting for one who’s just returning to the world of living and is finding his way! Wonderful! Author Reply: Thank you so much! I'm pleased you think the pacing appropriate for the events. I hope you enjoy the rest of the story too. Even though it does change focus a bit and turns into an exhibition fest. I'm glad you liked it! And I am looking forward to more 'New Beginnings' and 'Many Fruitless Victories'. ;D | |
| Larner | Reviewed Chapter: 2 on 6/8/2005 |
| Poor quendi, feeling he must have betrayed others. I am enjoying this so far, and hope to finish it tomorrow. Author Reply: It sort of survivors syndrome. He's not really at fault here. Hope you enjoy the rest! | |
| Larner | Reviewed Chapter: 1 on 6/8/2005 |
| Very interesting start. Not to remember and yet to be aware of the negative possibilities would be unnerving, I'm certain. Author Reply: I'm happy you found the premise interesting. Interesting enough to read on to the next chapter anyway. ;) Thanks! | |