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| The Three Towers by shirebound | 255 Review(s) |
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| harrowcat | Reviewed Chapter: 1 on 12/29/2005 |
| Ooh! I've heard that returning to the scene of the crime is supposed to be good for the victim but I'm with Sam on this! Frodo you mustn't!!!!! But he will anyway! You evil Author, you. And your readers are there egging you on at every turn. *g* | |
| Garnet Took | Reviewed Chapter: 1 on 12/29/2005 |
| Great beginning. I'm looking forward to where you're taking this. I thought it was really interesting that Frodo knew so much about the layout of the tower even though his memories of the time he was held at Cirith Ungel were so vague. I'm also fascinated that Pippin was subconsciously aware of the palanir and where it was. I'm worried about what's going to happen to him. Thanks. GT | |
| Lindelea | Reviewed Chapter: 1 on 12/29/2005 |
| Hoorah! This posting is much sooner than I'd anticipated. Perfect diversion on a "sick day". “I suspect that is so," Alcaren said, his eyes darkening. "As you may know, Minas Tirith and Minas Morgul were once sister cities, built in spirals climbing ever skyward; with a tower atop both. The guard post of which you speak was also built by the Men of Gondor, as a watchtower on the edge of the Black Lands. It would be logical to assume that it is, in appearance, of like fashion to the other towers – with its most secure rooms at the top; however, I do not know of anyone now living who has reported back as to its true nature." I never thought of this, but it makes sense! Pippin nodded to himself, but said nothing. He was the only hobbit who had seen Denethor’s palantír, and heard the rumors of where it had been kept. He wondered if the King now kept, in the same upper chamber, the Seeing Stone that Gandalf had given him near Isengard. Pippin wondered what it would be like to hold the Stone once again, now that someone like Strider controlled it, and not Saruman. To look into its depths again... With an effort, he shook off the unbidden thought. Ooo, Pip-angst and possibilities. Wonder if you'll be taking this idea any further? Or is it just a side trail, momentarily to divert the reader? “I do not believe this room has been used in many a year,” Faramir said, looking around and motioning for the hobbits to enter. “No one was held here long, it was rather for...” He quickly came to Frodo’s side. “My friend, are you unwell?” Now you have stirred my curiosity. What was the room rather for? And if it hasn't been all that long since Frodo was out of bed, we might perhaps see Bergil, or Beregond (still awaiting his hearing before the King)? (Sorry, still obssessed with that plot point. Want RabidSamFan to continue her "Errand Lad" right to the point of joy at Beregond's reprieve... or beyond, would be nice.) | |
| SlightlyTookish | Reviewed Chapter: 1 on 12/29/2005 |
| Ooh, what an exciting beginning!! You've started something so interesting here, exploring the link between Minas Tirith and Minas Morgul, and I can't wait to see where you take it. I *loved* seeing the hobbits spending some time with Faramir, and also their card game and Frodo "cheating" and Pippin being drawn once again to the palantir....eee! I hope you post the next part soon! :D | |
| Dreamflower | Reviewed Chapter: 1 on 12/29/2005 |
| Oh dear! I can't think the other three are going to approve *at all* of what it seems that Frodo has in mind. And it seems Pippin is still somewhat drawn to the palantir. This is a very intriguing beginning, Shirebound, and I have to say I am *really* looking forward to more! | |
| Cuthalion | Reviewed Chapter: 1 on 12/29/2005 |
| Oooohhh... and how I'm looking forward to the rest of this story! This is more than intrigueing, and it was certainly worth the time we spent waiting for your tale! | |
| Amy | Reviewed Chapter: 1 on 12/29/2005 |
| Oh, v. interesting! Some hobbits are a bit catlike in their curiosity, I guess! *claps hands* I hadn't thought about the towers being alike, but it makes sense. Rather disconcerting after the eastern one had fallen to the enemy to think that its strengths and weaknesses would be clear to the other side. | |
| Andrea | Reviewed Chapter: 1 on 12/29/2005 |
| Stubborn Baggins, does he really know what he's doing? No-one knows what really happened at Cirith Ungol, and sometimes it's better not to know everything! However, this time Frodo will be not alone. Particularly Sam will not leave his side and that's good! I'm curious to know what will happen next - and a little frightened, I must admit. | |
| Linda Hoyland | Reviewed Chapter: 1 on 12/29/2005 |
| What a lovely surprise to find a new story from you and this one promises to be really exciting and feature all my favourite characters ! | |
| Niphrandl | Reviewed Chapter: 1 on 12/29/2005 |
| Ok. You have me hooked! I cannot believe that Frodo would want to go back there. It can not lead to any good as I see it. Just from his reaction to seeing the guardroom is enough for me to cheer Sam on in convincing Frodo not to go. But, knowing the stubborness of the Baggins', I know that Frodo will go whether Sam wants it or not. I will be waiting for the next chapter! Email me please? Niphy | |