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| The Ranger and the Eagles by Cairistiona | 15 Review(s) |
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| Estelcontar | Reviewed Chapter: 10 on 1/31/2011 |
| I absolutely loved this chapter to bits when I first read it, and it is even better now. It's a great ending for a very lovely tale. It's got so many wonderful touches it's hard to decide what one's favourite is: having Beorn make healing Aragorn taking care of the puppy was a great find. Gandalf's conversation with Aragorn is very enlightening, and very much to the purpose. And so is the fact that by the end of the chapter one feels Aragorn's confidence is restored. Aragorn's farewell to Durvain and Menelris is very moving, and I hope we get to see Aragorn and Durvain flying together again. Still, I think the pride of place goes to Beorn's transformation into a bear. It was a very vivid piece of writing. It's great to have Aragorn confess he wanted to see the transformation, and have his wish come true in such a dramatic fashion. LOL The snapping jaws just clinched it. Perfect! I wish I could have seen Aragorn's face. The ending was also delightful and most seasonable. It's good to know that Aragorn and Gandalf are going to be snug, warm, comfortable and happy in the company of friends for a while. They so deserve it. Author Reply: Thank you, Estelcontar! I'm so glad you liked this last chapter. I like that you touched on Aragorn's regaining his confidence--I think he likely depended on those few close confidantes like Gandalf, Halbarad, Elrond, and Arwen when he got to see her, to keep his spirits up when they'd invariably flag because of the hard road he walked. Part of Gandalf's "comfort" I think was encouragement in the aftermath. And Beorn's transformation was so fun to imagine! Of course, I had to have a little fun at Aragorn's expense--like you, I would love to have seen his expression. :) Thanks for all the help with this and for your review! | |
| Larner | Reviewed Chapter: 10 on 1/31/2011 |
| Most satisfying. Having grown up with my mother's kennel, I've fed and cared for little ones, and have had to rub their little tummies to get them to relieve themselves. It was fun watching Aragorn terrified by having his wish granted, and I, too, will miss Durvain and Menelris while they summer in warmer climes. Lovely images to hold in my imagination. Author Reply: Thank you, Larner! I'm so gratified that these images will stick with you... that's what any author wants to hear from a reader. And I imagine, without the help of Beorn's skinchanging roars, Aragorn will probably be doing his share of rubbing that puppy's tummy! | |
| Ellynn | Reviewed Chapter: 10 on 1/31/2011 |
| Awww, Aragorn is a puppy-sitter. :) So sweet. *melts* The final parting with the eagles was so sad. :( *sniff* I do hope they will meet again. Author Reply: Thank you, Ellynn... I'm glad you liked that picture of Aragorn and the little puppy. :) Like Beorn said, Aragorn might as well make himself useful! And somehow I bet they'll all meet again... although the question is, when? Thanks for the review! | |
| shirebound | Reviewed Chapter: 10 on 1/31/2011 |
| What wonderful friends Aragorn -- and the King -- have made. And of course I'm completely charmed by the puppy! He would merely be relieved you were in one piece, although the rarity of such an unscathed arrival might alone be enough to put him in a swoon. I love your humorous touches. Author Reply: Thank you, shirebound! I had a feeling you might like the puppy. *g* As I figured that Aragorn would have had to have done something to keep himself busy while he recovered. Glad you like the lighter side, as well. :) | |
| Fantasia | Reviewed Chapter: 10 on 1/31/2011 |
| Ah! I will miss those Eagles. I hope that Aragorn can fly again soon and enjoy the ride. Love Beorn changing and Aragorn and the puppy reaction. Beorn is the last one? his son is not a skinchanger? I want to see Glorfindel's and Elrond's faces too, that wil be priceless. And i fyou can include Halbarad and the Rangers, they will be terrified! Author Reply: Thank you, Fantasia! So glad you enjoyed the tale--there's an epilogue to come. And yes, Beorn is the last skinchanger (except for Radagast). Apparently he didn't pass that along to Grimbeorn. I hadn't thought about how Halbarad might react to seeing Aragorn ride an Eagle--he probably would have a complete meltdown for worrying Aragorn would fall off. LOL Thanks again for the review. :) | |