Reviews (506)

circini · 9 March 2005 · Chapter 68: Reunion

awwww, love this restrained faramir with eowyn. i thought he was a little fratboyish earlier in the story. keep up the good work. what is the song eowyn is singing? “Falewende…Is ná eower locfeax…” Giggling at her own absurdity, she murmured into the dip of his throat, “Ond blæwen is ná eower êage. Ge eart ná of min, Ac ge eart min ánum ond á ðý deórwyrþran…” i'm getting old, is the translation here? dying to know what she's saying.....

double light star · 2 March 2005 · Chapter 68: Reunion

Hi, just want to say I just love your story, I found it yesterday and ended up reading it until about 1 oclock in the morning! Your ideas and level of detail are amazing! I think I will have to print out your next submissions as I kept losing my place trying to read the translations on screen. Youve left this last story at a tantalising place, you tease!! (can't say I would have had the forbearance to do that!). When is the next chapter due out?, I'm waiting on tenterhooks to find out how Eowyn will cope in Gondor and if Faramir will finally get his Rohirric name. I'm glad that Faramir and Eomer have finally made it up, I was going to have to slap them if they carried on being so angsty!

Chibi-kaz · 25 February 2005 · Chapter 68: Reunion

Review because SoH threatened me.... just kidding. MMMM, lots and lots of shirtlessFaramir in this one! LOVE IT! Actually, I liked this chapter a great deal - there's a nice slow development of character and relationships going on here. Cheers, CHibi-kaz

Costaesi · 25 February 2005 · Chapter 68: Reunion

Aaaaahhhh! They're back! I'm so glad whenever I open my e-mail and see a story update alert for your story. The reunion scene was wonderful, and I'm glad they got past the haircolor thing. And how very clever of Faramir to think of a manner in which to hurry the dye on it's way. I'm happy to see Faramir and Eomer getting on better, and developing a nice relationship. But I'm worried about how Faramir is going to smooth over the rift with his students. Is there still a problem there? And what is his final Rohiric name going to be?!?!? So many questions that I hope you will soon provide answers for. Thank you again for this beautiful, wonderful story!!

halewyn aredhel · 24 February 2005 · Chapter 68: Reunion

No fair!! You can't just lead us on like that and leave us hanging! I've been waiting forever for this chapter and the wait was worth it. I like the "new" Eomer, even more than I like Faramir, I think. Speaking of Faramir, I was a little shocked at his reaction to Eowyn's new look. I'm such a sap, but I always figured he wouldn't care about stuff like that. Men are just so shallow! ;) Can't wait for the next chapter.

Adamas · 24 February 2005 · Chapter 68: Reunion

Well you're forgiven for making us wait. I loved their reunion it was beautifully written; the whole intimacy was beautiful. I loved Faramir's reaction to Eowyn's new hair color. That was great. I am just a sentimental sap, but you had me tearing up. Don't make us wait so long, you are really cruel. I had given up hope of ever see a new chapter or the reunion of Faramir and Eowyn. But, without your story as a pleasant distraction I have gotten a lot of things done. Anyway, thank you for the new chapter.

Lady of The Wood · 24 February 2005 · Chapter 68: Reunion

Oh you tease! You tease! I do hope we get a follow through in the next chapter if you know what I mean. I love the tub scene and can't wait to read what Eowyn's song about Faramir means. I also loved the bits with Thorn. Yes I'm a sucker for animals. Thanks for updating. I hope we don't have to wait too long for the next chapter.

Elendiari22 · 24 February 2005 · Chapter 68: Reunion

Girl! You do NOT lead people on like that with candles and romance and warm baths and then leave them hanging!! Go sit down and write up the next chapter right now. Okay, now that that's out of my system, I must say that I really loved this chapter. Gaer's line of "Go with her or this time i will kill you and take your place" was my favorite line. I also loved the men's reaction to Eowyn's hair, how all of the activity just stopped when they saw. Reminds me of the time I chopped all of my hair off-everyone just freaked out. :) I liked how tactful Eowyn was about asking for a bigger tub, but I can just imagine the women getting back to the kitchen or wherever and giggling like mad about Eowyn and her paramour getting it on in the bath. Lol. Eomer is turning into a real sweetheart, which is a good thing. We need more sweet and charming Eomer. Heaven help him when he meets Lothiriel. Well, that's all I can think of to say right now. If I think of anything else, I'll leave another comment. Oh-you ought to get a LiveJournal and join the Faramir communities online. Those are really cool. :) Great chapter, and hurry up on the next one!!

Rohirric Warrior · 22 February 2005 · Chapter 67

Ack! I hope all reviewers see this, because I just realized we missed this fic's birthday! Sound of Horns started posting this wonderful story exactly one year and six days ago, and it is still going strong. Happy Birthday, All for Her, and may you have many more! *Laughs*

gabrielsa · 16 February 2005 · Chapter 67

I came upon this site by accident but already shared a love for LOTR. Thank you for a wonderful story! I am hooked and can't wait to see the next installment. Will it come soon?

Rohirric Warrior · 4 February 2005 · Chapter 67

Don't have time to write a full review right now, but wanted to comment on something. *Heh, why all this interest in setting up Gaer? That's my pet peeve BTW--all, and I do mean *all* storylines nowadays seem to be about people falling in love. It drives me crazy.* C'mon, why get so upset about it? The only reason we want to see Gaer hooked up is because he's so damn awesome, and we want to see how he acts around and with a woman. It's not a suggestion *I* commonly make, at least. I've read many an OC, and only one other time I suggested setting someone up. Basically because I thought he was great, just like Gaer. Really, is it our fault you wrote such a f****** cool OC? :-D

Raksha The Demon · 3 February 2005 · Chapter 67

Glad to see another chapter! I love the way you write the training of and interaction with horses; it's very convincing. I'm so glad that you're writing Imrahil more sympathetically; Tolkien wrote in HoME that he and Eomer become buddies. I do hope that Faramir is going to have some kind of physical victory or perform some valiant feat. He's already proved that he's extremely clever and adaptable, but I want to see his physical strength and courage recognized. I thought you had said or implied that Faramir would face some kind of danger while out with the Rohirrim... I wonder if Oswyn is going to tamely forget his grudge against Faramir - and will he spread the word that Faramir tattled on him; not that Faramir had much choice... The bit with Arwen and Eowyn stuffing their faces and chewing inelegantly didn't do anything for me. There are other ways of showing Eowyn's strength and independance... I love the idea of Gaer returning to Gondor with Faramir. I wonder if Beregond has a younger sister or female cousin... Thorn is great! Can Faramir take him back to Minas Tirith and eventually Ithilien?

halewyn aredhel · 2 February 2005 · Chapter 67

I love this story so far! You write the characters so well. I can't wait to see what you have in store for us next. I was a little surprised that Eomer got the upper hand this time, but maybe that will help him get along better with Faramir. Who knows? I'm dying to know what you have planned for Gaer when he gets to the City. Keep those chapters coming!

Lady of The Wood · 1 February 2005 · Chapter 67

A nice long chapter! I felt sorry for Eomer in this chapter ( and you know that's odd for me! ;) )poor man. I'm glad he pinned Faramir. I hope their wrestle restored the balance between them once and for all and now they can really become friends. (Fingers crossed. 'I hope, I hope.') I'd love to see the two of them having fun together. Imagine Eowyn's shock?! Interesting addition of Imrahil. I always loved his character in the books. He always sounds so noble and princely. I think it's nice that Eowyn is getting to find out a bit about Finduilas and Faramir's family. Hopefully he can help Eowyn adjust to life in ways that Finduilas never learned to do and not let Eowyn get scared off. I'm wondering why you chose to have Eowyn go off on another hunt at this time? Hmmm. I was intrigued by Eowyn's beliefs about dreams, not disturbing ghosts and the fact that Faramir was dreaming about Boromir before Eowyn entered the dream. I'm assuming that we'll get more about this in another chapter. Thank you for getting rid of Oswyn! Good lad Eomer. My favorite bits were: Eowyn's attempts at song writing. It made me smile. I like reading about her beening as she calls herself, "girly". I loved the bit with Faramir bonding with Thorn. It made me wish for a Thorn of my very own. I hope you find time to write in your busy semester! Looking forward to more! LOTW

mirthor · 1 February 2005 · Chapter 67

I love this story, your writing is unique and refreshing. So glad to finally see an update. Faramir's fight with Eomer was my favorite this chapter. Last chapter we saw a hint of Boromir in the dream, did we not? He'll be returning sometime? Thanks for sharing your talent.

Elendiari22 · 1 February 2005 · Chapter 67

My first reaction to Faramir snapping at Eomer was "Oh for the love of Pete, dude, you're on good terms with him now! Don't destroy it!" That being said, I had to laugh at the way Eomer got him down and gave him a serious talking to. I can understand that Faramir would snap when he got to the breaking point, and it's both sad and funny that it happened when Eomer called him "Lytle Bregu". Faramir needs to get back to Gondor before he loses it completely.I'm also curious to know how you're going to improve Faramir's relationship with his students. Gaer is right, and he needs to treat them like the young men that they are. As for Eowyn, I love how Arwen is disgusted at her good behavior. Eowyn's probably a breath of fresh air to the Queen, bad manners and everything. I'm glad that Eowyn came to a realization that she doesn't need to be perfect, just herself. That's a good thing to learn, especially before she gets to the City. Arwen stuffing a cake in her mouth like that makes it even sweeter: it's as if she's saying, "Look, if you don't act like a shieldmaiden then I will!" Here's hoping that Eowyn gets her boar, and that no one gets hurt in getting it. I just read a book where one character was gutted by a boar, and it wasn't pretty. :P All in all, a great chapter, and I look forward to more!

Costaesi · 20 January 2005 · Chapter 66: Sticks and Stones

I am breathlessly awaiting your next chapter!! I just wanted to leave a note to let you know that your story is fantastic, and stands on it's own even apart from the LOTR original. The character development is wonderful, and I appreciate your descriptions of everyday life, and work of both Rohan and Gondor. There is obviously much time spent in research, or even better, personal experience. I think that it brings another level of depth to the story without being pondorous or boring. And it gives us a much greater understanding of the characters personalities, and values. I flew through these first chapters and am eagerly awaiting more. I even tried to calculate how many you write a month based on your start date. I look forward to an e-mail alert to let me know there is more. Thank you so much for your continued good work.

Rohirric Warrior · 12 January 2005 · Chapter 66: Sticks and Stones

Time to review again! Btw, you know me. I was once Drake until Earthlink bugged and corrupted all the addresses on my account. :( Stupid Earthlink... I have to say it again; I just *love* this story! It may be 2006 before we see a conclusion, but that's okay! Even the little things you put in are spectacular! :) OMG, I saw that bit in the reviews about Eowyn screaming Mervin at the top of her lungs. Yeah, if I was in the hall, well, first I'd be stunned speechless, THEN I'd laugh and run off to tell everyone, "Hey, you know what Lord Faramir has Lady Eowyn calling him?" :) Good to see Eomer and Faramir much closer to being buddies. Thankfully, drunk as Faramir was, he probably doesn't remember how badly he was beaten when he was in the match. Love Gaer as always! And Nier and Tondhere as well. Man, I REALLY can't wait till you get Gaer in Ithilien. And I must add, I still want to see who gets to be Gaer's girlfriend. I can just see him charming some young Gondorric woman. And then, *duh duh duh DUH*, children of Gaer! ROFL! I just love this guy; a spinoff story would not be amiss. :) And give Nier Gaer's sister. :) ...Eomer needs Lothiriel, and soon! Though I know he's a year-and-a-half, two years away from marrying her. That onion riddle made me choke on my own breath at first, but then when I saw the answer I thought, "Ohhhhhh, that makes sense now." Am wondering what Oswyn's grudge is and hope I don't have to wait too long to find out.

BKB · 12 January 2005 · Chapter 66: Sticks and Stones

Another very good and entertaining chapter. Many thanks! After reading all the other reviews, all that I can add is that I like the contast in tone between the inn and the dream. However, I do disagree with Elendiar 22 and others about Faramir being the "cutest" drunk. My preferance is for the characters played by Katherine Hepburn and Joan Blondel in The Desk Set. Although "charming" is perhpas the better word to describe them. This film is also very good if you want to study snappy dialog. My sympathy to Crimson and her Ny-quil addiction. I also have been there. As always, I'm looking forward to your next chapter. And, indded, the one after that. I love thoughtful and artistic smut.

lmw · 10 January 2005 · Chapter 66: Sticks and Stones

Still enjoying this, as always. Very glad to see a new chapter. I originally read this with much love for Eomer, which I still have, but have come to enjoy your Faramir very much as well. The way you write them, I can see this between them lasting forever!

Antigone Q · 8 January 2005 · Chapter 66: Sticks and Stones

Since I've been following your story for a while now, I just thought I'd let you know I've been reading it and enjoying it. You write so quickly that I almost thought I'd always have a couple more chapters to go, and now I'm disappointed that I'm at the end because now I have to wait for updates. Anyway, I'm a sucker for a good Faramir story, and this has been a very nice one. I love the romancing and the wheedling that goes on between him and Eowyn. Your Eomer is just priceless, too. Poor, intellectual Faramir, wondering just how it is that punching someone could be a gateway to respect. Your emphasis on the cultural differences between people of Gondor and Rohan really enhances your plot no end. Well done! (And please update soon. I wasn't finished yet!)

Lady of The Wood · 8 January 2005 · Chapter 66: Sticks and Stones

A question: Who if Faramir swimming with in the dream before Eowyn shows up? Is is Boromir? Will we get to find out?

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Raksha The Demon · 7 January 2005 · Chapter 66: Sticks and Stones

In your reply to Crimson, you said: "Oh, I've been giggling at the Eowyn/Gondor scenes for a long time. God, I wish I was there already because Bergil's a sweetie and Beregond's awesome, too, in helping Eowyn. Frankly, I don't think Beregond's doing much right now as he's the Captain of Faramir's guard and Faramir's in Rohan. So, what's he going to do? Bodyguard for the Lady of Ithilien, that's what. :) Luckily for him she's not so much of a Lady." I hope you haven't forgotten that in the books, Eowyn was very conscious of her lineage and place as a daughter of the House of Eorl. So in her mind she would be a Lady. However, she would probably be more physically active than most ladies of Gondor, not to mention having more of an acumen for military organization. Beregond wouldn't necessarily be used to Ladies who ride, hunt with hounds, kill Ringwraiths (well, just one, and with Merry's help, but still it's not something that even Aragorn could have done)... I could see Eowyn and Beregond arguing about how best to fortify Ithilien, though. (in the end, Faramir could step in and referee, or cast the deciding vote) I bet Bergil will think that Eowyn is pretty hot stuff. Maybe Gaer and Beregond could bond when Gaer comes to Ithilien; and swap tips on keeping Faramir out of trouble...

Crimson · 7 January 2005 · Chapter 66: Sticks and Stones

More thoughts: *First off, "Call me Mervin" is hilarious! Can you imagine Eowyn screaming Mervin at the top of her lungs? Maybe you should name him that after all... (just kidding). *Okay, so Oswyn really does have a motive. That's cool. But can you still fit the Illinois Nazis into the story too somehow? (Sorry. I didn't take any NyQuil last night.) I figured out what Oswyn's beef is from the little hint you left. Good thinking -- can't wait to see how you pull it off. *There is something I've been meaning to write into a review for ages, but I always seem to forget to mention it. Remember your dream sequence back in Chapter 57 (I had to go find it to be sure)? Well, I think I discovered a little clue in there about the future. I might be totally off-base here, but something still tells me that I'm right about this. I don't want to spoil it for everyone else; so I'll ask you an abstract sounding question, and if you answer it, I'll know I'm right. If you have no idea what I'm talking about, I'll know I'm wrong and will then let you know what it was I thought I figured out. Okay, here's the question: Does Gandalf give Eowyn any gifts before he sails into the West? *Your physical descriptions of Faramir and Eowyn are so precise and visual that I've often wondered if you are describing them based on a real life figure. So, what is your visual inspiration for them? Specific actors or people or art work? Just curious. It's a game I learned from a friend who's a casting director. We try to connect written descriptions to real actors. *I know I'm still missing something. It'll probably come to me the minute I hit send.