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| Out of Memory and Time by Shireling | 65 Review(s) |
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| Stefania | Reviewed Chapter: 3 on 1/30/2008 |
| Keep it up, Shireling (Helen). Throughout this chapter, I kept thinking, why doesn't SOMEONE see if Min can read. I enjoyed how you introduced Min's reading and writing abilities. As far as Min's identity is concerned, his fair beard might indicate either Movieverse Boromir or Movieverse Faramir. If it's Boromir, then this would be my first Boromir lives!! AU tale. If it's Faramir, then we are in for a major explanation of matters in Minas Tirith. Or could that "fair beard" be a red-herring, and Min is someone else. That would really be something. The suspense continues as I wait for you to update the story. - Steff | |
| Stefania | Reviewed Chapter: 2 on 1/29/2008 |
| Hmmm, Shireling. Aragorn wounded? Faramir one beer short of a six pack? And poor Minnow, rescued from the depths of the Anduin? My mind boggles. What will happen to Gondor with their leaders in such sorry state? I hope Imrahil and Arwen are going to step up to the leadership plate. I never read "The Steward's Coup," though I always thought I might want to. So I don't have any preconceived notions of your "verse." Therefore, my point of view might be different than that of others who have read your previous stories. Meantime, we've got the making of a huge angst fest in the early stages of "Out of Memory and Time." I'm intrigued. - Steff Author Reply: Steff, I have a habit of writing Gondor Angst! 'Cloaks and Memories' and 'Stewards Coup' were set in the same verse but this story is not related to those two, although the setting is the same. At this point in the story Gondor is heading for difficult times. With Aragorn injured and Faramir compromised, Imrahil will have to step into the breach. . .more of the situation in Gondor in chapter 4. Thank you for your feedback, it is really appreciated. Hugs Helen | |
| Stefania | Reviewed Chapter: Prologue on 1/29/2008 |
| Props to you, Shireling, for this immediately involving prologue. The mystery of Minnow's identity is compelling from the get go. Mysterious half-drowned men aside, my compliments for your description of ordinary sailors on an ordinary trading vessel. You give the reader a terrific sense of place and make us feel like we are there. Being as Gondor fics (including Dol Amroth and Belfalas settings) are my favorites, I especially enjoyed "Minnow." Now on to the next chapter. - Steff Author Reply: Thank you Steff, I really appreciate your comments. I hope Min's story will continue to engage you as the background to his ordeal are revealed! Hugs Helen | |
| Raksha The Demon | Reviewed Chapter: 3 on 1/28/2008 |
| Minnow's recovery is well-delineated here, though he obviously has a long way to go. I still think he's Faramir; but there is a possibility he could be someone else. The 'fair' whiskers are confusing... Do post the next chapter soon! Author Reply: Thank you, Raksha The next chapter should go some way to explaining the mystery! Helen | |
| Linda Hoyland | Reviewed Chapter: 3 on 1/26/2008 |
| Another gripping chapter. I've grown to like Min and his friends very much.My friend thinks Min is a character I know well,but I'm far from certain. Eagerly awaiting more. Author Reply: Hi Linda Thank you so much. Min has endeared himself to his new friends and hopefully the next chapter will provide some more clues as to his origins. Hugs Helen | |
| Neilia | Reviewed Chapter: 3 on 1/26/2008 |
| Such a good story. So well contructed...and leaves us wanting more. Definitely a keeper. Love, Neilia Author Reply: Dear Neilia Thank you so much for your kind comments. More soon Hugs Helen | |
| Fantasia | Reviewed Chapter: 3 on 1/26/2008 |
| Greata new chapter!You know, I can not wait to read the next chapter, I really like this story. Good to see Min recovered, even if he is deaf. Still thinking that he is Faramir, Thanks and update soon. Fantasia Author Reply: Thank you Fantasia I hope the next chapter will throw some light on the situation. Thank you for reading Hugs Helen | |
| irene | Reviewed Chapter: 3 on 1/26/2008 |
| Such a well-written story, such a pleasure to read! Well, I still think Min cannot be Faramir, but what if he's neither Boromir or Faramir? The term "youngster" makes one think... Please update soon! Author Reply: Hi Irene Thank you so much for your kind words and support. I think the mystery of Min's identity will become clear in the next chapter. Hugs Helen | |
| Fantasia | Reviewed Chapter: 2 on 1/18/2008 |
| Great story, I can wait for more... I went back and re read your old stories...Is this one following after the Steward Coup or before? I'm a little confuse, he didn't have that good relationship with Aragorn before and he was already married when the story finish...and he doesn't seem to have any problem with his right hand. Anyway, I'm checking every day for updates, please, update soon. I too believe that Min is Faramir, he doesn't have too much luck in your stories. I'm at work, so I should be doing this... Keep writing Thanks, Fantasia Author Reply: Thank you, Fantasia In answer to your question, this is a stand alone story as it would be taking place at about the same time as 'Steward's Coup'. I'm afraid that as much as I love my Faramir I can't seem to help putting him through the physical and emotional wringer! At the beginning of this story Faramir and Aragorn have a much closer relationship, Aragorn has become a surrogate brother/father figure to the Steward. Thank you for your enthusiastic support, I will try to update next week. Many thank hugs Helen | |
| cathleen | Reviewed Chapter: 2 on 1/15/2008 |
| Wow! This is really intense! And so well written and engaging. I really like the dreams (visions?) Faramir is having about poor Boromir. You have initiated a magnificent buildup of emotion and I can't *wait* to see where you are going with this! | |