Reviews (22)

PSW · 9 November 2015 · Chapter 19: All the Magic We Need

'There is no way of telling people that they are all walking around shining like the sun.' ~~Thomas Merton This was was a good story, I really enjoyed it. Was interesting to see how each might have reacted to situations that we didn't see in the book. I especially liked Boromir's role in all of this -- I like it when people see him for more than just the man who tried to take the Ring. And Pippin -- the Flame Incorrigible. :-P That made me smile. Thanks so much for writing!

Aromene · 23 September 2015 · Chapter 19: All the Magic We Need

You know, I haven't read this one in a while either. ;) Glad I added this to my 'feeling awful and want h/c' reading list today. I *do* feel better.

thedeathchamber · 17 April 2010 · Chapter 19: All the Magic We Need

Oh. This was lovely. I love the interaction between all the members of the fellowship and the dialogue is fantastic- very in character and brilliant. Most enchanting. This goes for all your stories; I love Lotr and was wary about reading fanfiction, but I'm glad I stumbled across your fics. They're very sweet and a delight to read. Also, it's great to find some Frodo appreciation and I adore his friendship with Aragorn, the kinship between the hobbits and growing bond between the members of the Fellowship. Nice writing!!

Vanadesse · 7 January 2007 · Chapter 15: Rekindled

Hi! I've been reading your stories for a while now and I love them. It's like comfort food! And cocooning! It was beautiful to see Legolas use the Light of the Elves to save Frodo. I like as well to think that all Elves have this gift. Traumatised Pippin was really against his nature! It was weird to not hear him speak, even more so when he finally became well again! The contrast made me realise that I missed him!

Queen Galadriel · 10 November 2005 · Chapter 19: All the Magic We Need

"...'My wrist isn't strong enough yet.' "'You broke your left wrist, Mr. Frodo,' said Sam helpfully. "'Thank you, Sam.' "... 'Sword practice it is, then,' said Frodo. 'Of course, I'm not entirely sure where I left sting...' "'It's under your bedroll, Mr. Frodo.' Frodo sighed. 'Thank you, Sam.'" I think I got it all right. LOL! Love it!! And lots of Frodo healing...my favourite. :-) I liked Pip too, of course...who can resist that one, I ask you? Now I've got to go find the other story. I can't recall the title just now, but you'll know which I mean when you get the review. Good work...as always! God bless, Galadriel P.S. I love how you balance the hurt with lots and lots of comfort. You know, I wonder if either one of us could just do the angst without something to counteract it. Don't think I want to try.

fadagaski · 25 March 2005 · Chapter 19: All the Magic We Need

Just the right balance between angst, action, and comedy - I especially love how the hobbits are all so ... jovial, and it seems to infect the other characters. You really have Pippin down wonderfully, and I love the bit about him following Gandalf in Moria at the end. Splendid job!

Armariel · 15 November 2004 · Chapter 19: All the Magic We Need

Ayyyyyyyy well it's been a while but how did I miss this one? Wonderful...y'know I strongly suspect Pippin is your favorite...and there are times when he's mine too...........then again...... It's good to be back reading stories again, I've been busy with a couple of projects of my own (nothing to do with LotR unfortunately, but hey, maybe someday, once the other stuff is finished....) But I took a time-out and came back to Middle-Earth for a while...and once I get stuck here it's hard to get out again, y'know? Guess you could say it's my happy place, LOL Just keep up the good work, OK? You have that magical knack of making the characters jump right off the page, so to speak.........now if Aragorn would just jump off it and stay put right here with me *wink wink* xoxox Armariel ~~~{~@~~~{~@~~~{~@~~~{~@~~~{~@~~~{~@~~~{~@~~~{~@

Anonymous · 23 August 2004 · Chapter 6: Elvish Medicine

Shirebound, I don't know if I've ever left you a proper review of this story before. I recc'ed it on LOTR_Fic_Recs and decided I would go back and read it again as well (hehe...just to make sure I got the rating right...yes, that's why, not because I'm obsessed and love your stories or anything! ;-). Anyway, I just LOVE this passage: ""I'll try." Legolas moved closer to Frodo and bent over him, putting one hand on Frodo's forehead and sliding the other under the blankets to rest on Frodo's chest. He closed his eyes and for the first time in his long life let himself open fully to the life force of one of the Secondborn. He felt the fragile, mortal life rushing beneath his hands, unlike anything he had experienced before. Unlike Elves, or even trees, with their slow, patient energy, this was frighteningly swift, moving at a speed he could barely comprehend. This was what it was like to be mortal, he realized. But there was weakness here, a faltering pattern. He let his own energy flow outward, cradling gently, as he would if he were letting a tree feel him, get used to his presence and rhythm. There was a blending. He felt Frodo's rhythm respond to his, rest in its calm current, absorb some of his strength.... that's it, little one... that's it... " Something about it just squeezes my heart everytime I read it! Thank you for this lovely moment! Blessings! cp

pipinheart · 5 August 2004 · Chapter 19: All the Magic We Need

Love this story.... I love all the characters,true to the very end...Maybe we do all have majic inside....Keep up the great work....

Eruvyweth God-follower · 14 June 2004 · Chapter 19: All the Magic We Need

Awwwwwww! This story was sooo sweet! I love the very end, when Pippin sees Merry lit up . . . wonderful, just wonderful. That part alone was one of the sweetest fanfic things I've ever read, and THAT'S saying a lot. Visit my fanfic site at www.freewebs.com/pawns.

RooTooTwo · 5 June 2004 · Chapter 18: The Flame Imperishable

I enjoyed reading the words: Light, hope, courage, and many more happy words in this section and the others. These, especially hope, is found anywhere in a person gifted to show others happier times in life. I really enjoyed reading this, and will finish it soon. ElvenFairMaiden

RooTooTwo · 5 June 2004 · Chapter 5: Preparation

Amazing; the imagery and hope involved in this story. This is a masterpiece so far...I can imagine everything that is happening. Awesome! Great job, keep it up! ElvenFairMaiden

PIppinfan1988 · 17 February 2004 · Chapter 19: All the Magic We Need

Aww. I loved this ending. I knew that darned Brandybuck was at the bottom of a lot of Pippin's mischief--I just couldn't prove it! And the "Light Incorrigible"! So sweet...if Pippin looks at a person at just the right angle, it looks as if they're lit up. Nicely done! Pippinfan

PIppinfan1988 · 17 February 2004 · Chapter 18: The Flame Imperishable

LOL! I didn't remember this part--but it seems both our Pippins have a deep curiosity over Gandalf's staff! :-) Pippinfan

PIppinfan1988 · 17 February 2004 · Chapter 17: Out of the Blue

Here I am again... Nice touch--the part of the ring abandoning Frodo when Bill threw him. I have a question for you, but I'll ask it later. Pippinfan

PIppinfan1988 · 17 February 2004 · Chapter 4: Sheltering Arms

My poor little Pippin. Poor, frightened hobbits! I do like it when authors write Boromir as very caring towards the little guys. I'm not the biggest Boromir fan, but I do think there was a bit of hero-type worship (for lack of another word) going on between Pippin and Boromir. I think Merry was influenced as well, but not in the way young Pippin was. Pippinfan

PIppinfan1988 · 17 February 2004 · Chapter 2: Holding On

Yes, I believe this is the same great story, but since I enjoyed it so much last time--and probably didn't review, I will enjoy it again. And this time I will leave a nice little trail... :-) Pippinfan

PIppinfan1988 · 17 February 2004 · Chapter 1: To the Edge

I think I read this on ff.net a long time ago, though I can't remember if I reviewed or not... Back then I thought it was a great story; I'll let you know if I'm enjoying the story all over again! :-) Pippinfan

EllyBaggins · 25 January 2004 · Chapter 19: All the Magic We Need

This is such a great story! in this chapter, i loved the way aragorn goes silent after merry says there are more of pippin's songs he hasn't yet heard! i couldn't help laughing when pip says he can sometimes see people lit up at the end. welldone, shirebound!

Bluegrass Elf · 17 January 2004 · Chapter 19: All the Magic We Need

This is such a wonderful story! Absolutely grand! Its so touching! Bluegrass Elf

Elentari · 4 December 2003 · Chapter 17: Out of the Blue

I love this passage especially this line from Gandalf: "Observe what is possible, Frodo Baggins. A Dwarf and an Elf become friends. The future stewards of the Shire and Gondor meet and form an alliance. The Heir of Isildur emerges from exile." He smiled. "A gentle gardener defends his master with body and sword; and hobbits from the Shire undertake a task which even the Wise dare not attempt." He turned to look at Frodo. "Who is to say what can or cannot be achieved?" "You forgot the wizard," said Frodo, his eyes sparkling with mischief. "Oh? What about him?" "A mighty wizard toils to cut a walking stick for an injured halfling because he won't permit anyone else to touch his own staff again, ever." Gandalf chuckled. "You are a most impertinent hobbit." Shirebound, you're such an amazing writer... i've been skimming your stories and decided to read this one because I haven't read a hurt/comfort story for a while, and I have indeed chosen a good one =) i've been reading this non-stop.. hehe it's like a drug... your characterizations and descriptions and your plot go so well. I love your dialogue and I love how each character is portrayed... you are so amazing... i have to leave a review for the completion of your story "By Chance and Purpose" too but i must tell you how much this story exceeded all my expectations and that you are one fine fanfic writer. I've not finished this story yet, but i cannot wait to reach ch. 19! :-) Great job! hanned le mellon nin, ~Elentari

Sunhawk · 11 August 2003 · Chapter 19: All the Magic We Need

Having read this again, it's still faboolius. The Flame Incorrigible lives on forevah!