Reviews of In The Care of Brothers

Daynawayna · 9 May 2005 · Chapter 4: Searching and Finding, Part 1

OH WOW SONGSPINNER! I had to read the first 3 again to remember this and I'm so glad I did! I LOVE this story and I'm so glad you've added more! The brothership is still strong and I love how you've shown so well how men care for each other. awesome, awesome job, my dear. now bring on the rest! :D

Author's reply

Thank you so very much! I'll get the rest as soon as I can (the last few weeks of teaching 5th grade for the year are a bit hectic...). There should be two more parts, I believe. Glad it's working so well. -Laura

Faith · 9 May 2005 · Chapter 4: Searching and Finding, Part 1

MORE MORE MORE MORE! MOREEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEE! MOREEEEEEEEEEEEEEEE! MOREEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEE! MOREEEEEEEEEEEEE!:D Faith, the completly obssessed fangirl Proud member and founder of the I love Elladan and Elrohir fanclub:D

Author's reply

*giggle* I should really stop reading these during breaks in my classroom...my students are wondering why I get hysterical over at my computer occasionally. Thank you...I'm glad you liked it. And yes, I just had to put the twins in. There is mention in the book of how fierce they were in battle and all, but one assumes that they were trained as healers by their father. -Laura

Maid of Ithilien · 8 May 2005 · Chapter 4: Searching and Finding, Part 1

Like all your stories, this one seems pitch perfect in characterizing Legolas, Aragorn, Gimli, et al. I agree with Lamiel about the reunion scence - it was sadly missing from the movie. Thanks and I look forward to another update -- soon I hope.

Author's reply

"Pitch perfect"? Why, thank you, says the musician. :) It is a wonderful thing to hear, that the characterization was good. -Laura

elliska · 8 May 2005 · Chapter 4: Searching and Finding, Part 1

I just saw these and read them all. I really like your portrayal of Eomer, Legolas and Aragorn and their experiences after the battles, helping each other. I especially liked the last one with the Fellowship searching each other out after the battle. I really wished the films had shown a few of these moments (I liked the reunion around Frodo's bed but I would have liked to see Aragorn and Legolas and Eomer--and the twins, who were completely ignored--regroup). Nice job with these. I hope there are more. I'll be looking for them.

Author's reply

Thanks! Glad that I could fill in those little bits that were missing. There will be two more, I believe. Soon, really... -Laura

Lamiel · 8 May 2005 · Chapter 4: Searching and Finding, Part 1

Thank you for the reunion scene between Legolas and Aragorn! That was one of the things that bothered me most about the film: Legolas' desperate struggle to reach Aragorn was never really acknowledged or given resolution. This scene is exactly what I wanted and didn't get from the movie. I'm glad that you're continuing this story.

Author's reply

Wow! Many thanks...that bugged me as well, actually. It was such a wonderful bit of characterization (that made me cringe when people said Legolas didn't show much emotion in the films - had they _noticed_ that set of shots?) that I was waiting for a resolution as well. Just a look of relief would have done it for me, even. Anyhow, it's continuing. Probably somewhat faster as I finish teaching for the school year. :) -Laura

Bodkin · 8 May 2005 · Chapter 4: Searching and Finding, Part 1

I do like this. There is nothing like shared experience of battle for building bonds that can never be broken.

Author's reply

Thank you...and yes, definitely. It's mentioned in the books that Eomer and Aragorn were extremely close after the war, and supported each other in battle and as friends. Certainly nice to hear, but a bit annoying that you don't see much of the buildup to that. -Laura

DAYNA · 14 March 2005 · Chapter 3: Calm Before the Storm

I love this, Songspinner! I like the 'brothership' you've brought out in this foursome. I especially like the interaction between Legolas and Eomer; it's not something you usually see. I can't wait for the last chapter! :)

The Karenator · 4 March 2005 · Chapter 3: Calm Before the Storm

Meckinock mentioned this story to me and suggested I read it. I'm glad she did. I've truly enjoyed it. You've done a wonderful job of capturing the emotions, exhaustion, sorrow, and the cautious hope of this tale. Your characterizations are full and rich--mature people doing an incredibly hard job while lending strength to one another when so little seemed to be left. I'm looking forward to your next and final(?) chapter. Beautifully done, Songspinner. Karen

Author's reply

Many thanks! What wonderful compliments...I'm so glad that the characterizations were full enough, and that the emotions came through so clearly. Next bit coming soon, at least as soon as I finish grading these papers... :) -Laura

Manderly · 4 March 2005 · Chapter 3: Calm Before the Storm

I am really enjoying this story so far. Your characters are very real and likable and are seen from an angle that is very refreshing. Looking forward to more of this story.

Author's reply

Thank you! I'm relieved to hear that the characters seem real - that's always one of my biggest worries. The books contain so many hints about the friendships that grew between these characters, and I just thought it would be a challenge to write some of those moments that led to that. -Laura

Faith · 4 March 2005 · Chapter 3: Calm Before the Storm

love love it...soo rocks!:D love the interaction wish they showed more of that in the movies...as always a awesome chappy..update soon:D Faith,the slightly obssessed fangirl

Author's reply

Giggle...I have to stop reading your reviews during my lunch break. One of my 11 year old students came in to see why I was cracking up...Thank you! Yeah, I wish there was more of that in the films; Tolkien said so many little things about the friendships between Aragorn and Eomer and Legolas that developed after the War. It's fun to picture how those developed. -Laura

Farawyn · 2 March 2005 · Chapter 2: Healing Hands and Hearts

This was great! Is there going to be more? I sure hope so!

grumpy · 28 February 2005 · Chapter 2: Healing Hands and Hearts

Very good story and very well written, I like the combination of Aragorn, Legolas, Eomer and Gimli, gald they are there for each other. Very sad that Faramir did not have any loved ones left to call him back.

meckinock · 26 February 2005 · Chapter 2: Healing Hands and Hearts

I'm enjoying this look at our characters' friendships, and this was a lovely chapter. I always felt bad for Aragorn; fighting all day, healing all night, then skulking back to his tent to sleep "for a few hours." It was very gratifying to see his friends looking out for him.

Bodkin · 26 February 2005 · Chapter 2: Healing Hands and Hearts

Lovely change of perspective to see the dirty, blood-stained and exhausted Aragorn after the battle. He's usually so busy saving people that his feelings get overlooked. Good thing he has friends to look after him, too.

Simblmyrne · 25 February 2005 · Chapter 2: Healing Hands and Hearts

This is a wonderful story - sweet and giving a great glimpse of friendships. Can't wait for chapter 3!

Lamiel · 25 February 2005 · Chapter 2: Healing Hands and Hearts

This is a wonderful story! The friendship between Aragorn and Legolas is beautifully done, and their mutual trust and care for each other is just perfect. They respect each other's abilities as warriors, healers, and leaders, but they also know each other's limits. Gimli and Eomer add another interesting dynamic to the mix. I love friendship stories like this, and finding one so well written is a treat.

Faith · 25 February 2005 · Chapter 2: Healing Hands and Hearts

aww so sweet...love it love it!:D wish they had shown more of that in the movies..but i love it...update soon precioussssssssssss...yes precioussssssssssssss..updates soon.......mustnt keep the precioussssssssss waiting...........yes preciousssssssssssssssssssssss....:D Faith, the slightly obssessed fangirl

harrowcat · 25 February 2005 · Chapter 2: Healing Hands and Hearts

I have loved both these chapters Songspinner. You have a wonderful way with words. They cut right to the heart. What a great gap-filler. Thank you.

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