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| The Acceptable Sacrifice by Larner | 15 Review(s) |
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| Andrea | Reviewed Chapter: 36 on 11/27/2005 |
| Oh, Larner, the singing brought tears to my eyes! That was really beautiful and it helped Frodo to forget about his illness and sorrows for a short time. I believe in the healing power of music. That moment on the balcony, Frodo *felt* alive. Although his guilt seems to be overwhelming, his ability to delight in music, dancing and beauty is still there. He should not give up! Author Reply: Between the few joys left to him that he continues to cultivate and his stubbornness he is able at the end to make it to Tol Eressea, where this love of beauty will lift him above where he was before; and his presence will teach the denizens of the Undying Lands to appreciate even more the glory with which they are surrounded. | |
| Raksha The Demon | Reviewed Chapter: 36 on 11/27/2005 |
| The singing of the Elves, Men, Dwarves, and Hobbits, all their voices flowing together, was just beautiful; and the feeling of thanksgiving it inspired in the people of Minas Tirith very appropriate for them, and for some of us, at this time of year. I will note that I personally believe Faramir is a baritone rather than a tenor; but JRRT doesn't say anything on the subject, so one is free to follow one's imagination in that regard, as you have done so elegantly in this chapter. It's good also that the power of the song seemed to help Frodo, so he could join in the blessing. Wouldn't they make a splendid opera company? Or even a rock group? Author Reply: I'd just like to hear them as a choir, myself! Song is how the universe in which Arda came into existence; and so I figured that such a group singing would be an important part of how the city of Minas Tirith would begin letting go of the griefs brought by so long a time under the deadening shadow of Mordor. So, you hear Faramir as a baritone; maybe. I am certain only he would have a marvelous voice that would be uplifting to hear. | |
| harrowcat | Reviewed Chapter: 36 on 11/27/2005 |
| I do feel for Master Galador. He wants to be helpful but just a little too full of his own sef-importance and place to deal comfortabley with the changes happening in spite of him. I fear this is going to be a bit of a bumpy relationship for a while. And the part between Frodo and Aragorn is beyond any words of mine at present! I could hear the beauty of the song - all the races of Arda sharing in a song of thanksgiving and creation. - Wonderful and I am so glad that it touched Frodo enough for him to join in too. Healing well begun. Author Reply: Galador is himself rather insecure, as rigid following of rules tends to be an attribute of those who suffer from insecurity. He's just beginning to realize there is more than one way to play at etiquette, and will need a bit of time to get used to that; but Aragorn will teach him what he is willing to learn. I'm glad the interaction between Frodo and Aragorn moved you, and hope it moved you in a positive manner. And it is time for the races to come together and join in the healing of the wounds Sauron has left. Healing is still continuing for Frodo, but it's not the easy process he wants. Am so glad that you loved the singing. | |
| Dreamflower | Reviewed Chapter: 36 on 11/27/2005 |
| Ah, Frodo! What It did to him, how it scraped away at him, little by little, how It tormented him in small ways for not seeking to claim It, nor taking It to Sauron--you describe all that very well. You also describe very well all the things Aragorn is trying to alleviate Frodo's pain and discomfort. *sigh* I liked the bit with Faralion and Galador discussing their King, and the changes he is making. I really liked it when Aragorn came in, showed his interest in the process and made his own role clear. The fact that much of what Galador finds distressing in the new King's behaviour can be put down to his using Elven customs must be reassuring. Very comforting to one used to protocl to realize that the differences are not just a whim on the King's part, nor a deliberate flouting of years of tradition, but simply an adherence to a different system of ettiquette. Now that he knows the King will take a hand, and that there will be occasions when a different protocol will apply, Galador can relax a bit, and not worry so much. And the description of the singing was beautiful. I'm so glad Frodo could enjoy it, and join his voice in at the end. Author Reply: Yes, to realize that this is a different set of etiquette rules must be reassuring to Galador; but at the same time he is most likely not quite certain that there could be a different way of doing things. But he'll learn--it may take a few years, but he'll learn; and he'll give Aragorn comic relief now and then as things go on. Aragorn wants to help Frodo, but is realizing that the damage went too deep for his skills and gifts; so he does now as he can. The Ring was a most caustic agent in Frodo's life. And I'm so very glad that so many appreciate the joined song at the end, one which inspires Faralion to write the song Gimli and Aragorn sing part of in "Lesser Ring." The cloud of Mordor has finally been lifted, and the city which has lain in its shadow for so long is finally realizing this is true. | |
| Queen Galadriel | Reviewed Chapter: 36 on 11/27/2005 |
| Oh, our dear Frodo! *hugs him* This goes beyond pity. The poor hobbit, he just wants things to return to normal, but he can't even eat anything! I can sympathise with that part of the experience, as it's similar to something I went through a few years ago; only mine lasted about four or five months, and it wasn't as severe. I wish Aragorn could give him the Elessar stone. And your description of the song had me blinking back tears! I could almost hear it. You make all this seem so very real, Larner. Keep it up! God bless, Galadriel Author Reply: I have several digestive ailments myself, and so also have an idea of what Frodo experiences. Sometimes I go weeks with no problems, and then a week or two with constant nausea and IBS symptoms. (I giggle when I watch the Tom Hanks "Ladykillers" movie.) Yes, Frodo wants to have everything as it was before, but he is changed, emotionally and physically; it can't be the same. So glad you could appreciate the song and the use of the Elessar stone. Thanks so much for the review. | |