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The Unquenchable Light  by Virtuella 63 Review(s)
Leithian Reviewed Chapter: 1 on 8/16/2024
Hi Virtuella.
This story about a far off land in the East of Middle Earth is so interesting. It is so difficult to find stories set during the War of the Ring from the point of view of the Eastern people.
I love your take on the story that the Blue Wizards encouraged the resistance against Sauron in the East. And it is so nice to see Entwives playing their part in this fight.
If you don't mind may I ask if you based the culture of Kutz on Indian culture? The presence of the peacocks as well as the vegetarian culture reminded me of India.
Thanks for reading this and I hope you update soon.

Author Reply: Hello, thanks for your comments. The way I imagine Kuz is a blend of the four major Eastern cultures - India, China, Japan and Persia.

I have more chapters ready, just waiting for them to come back from proofreading.

EllynnReviewed Chapter: Prologue on 7/21/2024
It's fantastic to read the new story of yours! You have been absent much too long!

As always, your writing is great <3 I love this world you created, and I love it that you included Alatar and the entwives. What a great surprise!

P.s. Any chance for a map of those distant lands? And of the city? It would be easier to follow the story, at least for me ;)

Author Reply: Glad you like it!
I do have maps, but am not sure how I can share them on this site (or any of the other archives, really.) Happy to email them to you.

demeter dReviewed Chapter: Prologue on 7/16/2024
Oh Virtuella! It is so lovely to see that you are still with us! I have enjoyed reading what you have written about Lord of the Rings since those first stories in 2008. I have read other stories which intimated that the two Blue Wizards likely worked among the peoples of the Eastern lands to inspire them to resist evil, just as Mithrander did in the West. And it is lovely to see that the Entwives are listened to and respected in their chosen new land. I remember reading that Sauron's ambassadors tried to propose an alliance with the Dwarves of Erebor, and were also met with refusal. Now, I hope the ambassador's retribution is not too harsh! I will be watching!

Author Reply: Thank you, it is nice that people still remember me! I have been busy with other things and other hobbies (textiles, painting), but am ready to have another outing in Middle-earth. I hope you'll enjoy the story as it unfolds. :)

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