Reviews (19)

Aurore · 8 September 2006 · Chapter 4: IV

I do hope you will continue this one day :) It was a great read and I would like to read the rest of it. Aurore

Aurore · 3 March 2006 · Chapter 4: IV

You are an excellent writer. I registered just to be able to leave you a review. I have read all 4 chapters, and both your style and storytelling are excellent. The style is similar but still distinct from Tolkiens and you do him no shame, in my opinion :) I look forwards to part 5 and suggest that you write your own books. You are more than good enough (although the writing is easier than the publishing as I understand things). Aurore

Aislynn Crowdaughter · 18 February 2006 · Chapter 4: IV

Thrilling story so far. I love it that you do not set Galadriel simply as evil from the moment she takes the ring; this way this AU is much more believable, and very likely. She would start with very good intentions after all. But of course that cannot last; the ring will consume her good side as jealousy and pride once consumed Feanor. I am very curious how you will show us the development! I love tis story and look forward to read more of it! Aislynn

Susan W · 14 February 2006 · Chapter 4: IV

Yay! Finally an update to this excellent tale. Hmm! I think I'm with Aragorn on their Elvish guards. They do seem a little fishy. Brr! Great OC in that cold-fish elf, Faelvallas. sigh! No mentions of Boromir or on how he is faring on his trek back to Gondor. What will he find upon his return home? Will Minas Tirith be over-run by then? I was a little saddened that no one seems concerned about their fellow Walker, Boromir, or that he might not make it through the War. None of the other Walkers have mentioned his being gone. Other than that, I love the characterizations here, they are very well drawn out. Nice to see Gandalf will be entering the picture. Can't wait to see his reaction to Galadriel and the Ring. I don't think he will like this new situation at all, as he was a staunch supporter of destroying the Ring. Loved the moments with Legolas and Gimli. Great of Thranduil to accept the dwarf into his palace. Most anxiously awaiting the next update!

Nienor Niniel · 13 February 2006 · Chapter 4: IV

Oh, great that you updated! I love the symolism of the Elves trampling leaves into the ground! I guess they are already losing a part of themselves through Galadriel's decisions. Also the description of what Gandalf experienced after the Balrog fight was great. So now you have me wondering what will become of the rest-Fellowship and their escort. I smell evil ahead! All the best, Nienor

lady saruman · 20 January 2006 · Chapter 3: III

good story. what happened to ur other one, "Alliance?"

Susan W · 12 January 2006 · Chapter 3: III

The Ring needs to be destroyed! Aarrgghh! If only Gandalf would appear, he could maybe set things right again. Although now things of course, are more difficult. It would be too late for Gondor and Rohan. And then there is trying to get the Ring to Mordor now without running across the enemy, which would be nigh on impossible now that Galadriel has given Sauron the impetus to move forward in his attack. Again, poor Boromir! He goes on alone to try to aid his homeland. sniff! What will he find once there. Please have someone for him to go home to. Still the Hobbits are not sure that all is right with the Ring not being destroyed. I cannot wait to read about Elrond's reaction to Galadriel holding the One Ring. I don't think he is going to like it at all. And poor Aragorn must be the one to break the news to him. aaeeii! The breaking of the Fellowship was sad to see at the end, but at least it wasn't the end of Boromir. Surely we will see all of the Walkers back together again at some point. Gah! Such a horrible sense of impending doom that Boromir and Frodo both share is felt by the readers also. Will Boromir return home to find that home is over-run with the enemy and decide to gather father and seriously injured brother and try to get them out of Gondor? And what about Aragorn? I don't see him giving up on Gondor either! Aaeeii! You absolutely MUST update soon! please!

Susan W · 12 January 2006 · Chapter 2: II

Aaeeii! Please do not kill Boromir and Faramir! And you may even spare the noble Denethor if you please. Ohh! Poor Boromir, still far from home and already the invasion of his homeland has commenced full force. His thoughts will be totally with his father and brother. He will get no help from the elves that is sure. Celeborn told him in a rather cold-hearted and matter of fact way, that Gondor and Rohan would fall. Now that is arrogance when the elves think they know the future so well and how those two countries would fall. There is absolutely no way that Boromir would stay in the relative safety of Lorien whilst his land was attacked. Pphhtt! No thank you, Celeborn! Sniffle! Poor Faramir! I love how you have portrayed him here. He, like his beloved brother, would fight to the last breath to protect his country and his people. One can see him struggle to get back to Minas Tirith to warn the city. Sniff! Yay, for Damrod coming along at the right moment and aiding his Captain. And Denethor's part was wonderful! I loved the battle of wills between Denethor and Sauron, and hated seeing his despair at the end when shown a bloody Boromir tied to the frame and on display. sniff! I most loved Denethor's concern for his youngest son on finding him in the HOH. "If only Denethor could have been sure that he could now protect his son. ‘Do whatever you must,’ said the Steward. ‘But do not let him die.’ He withdrew to the door and stood there in the shadows, watching the healers with a dark expression. He wished he could drag a stool to the bedside and remain there until Faramir awoke, like any other father." So very sad that duty as Steward always pulled him away from his sons. sniff! Onward to the next chapter!

Susan W · 12 January 2006 · Chapter 1: I

Most excellent! I have only seen a "Galadriel takes the Ring" fic one other time and it came nowhere close to the chilling prospect that this one is. The characters are very well drawn out and good use of descriptive imagery. These are great: Boromir's dream was horrific. One got the sense that Aragorn felt something terrible was afoot, he just couldn't place the danger as yet. An excellent discussion between Celeborn and Galadriel about power and the Ring and the doom it could bring them. An arrogant and cold Galadriel just gave me chills. And the Hobbits' feeling that it didn't seem possible that their part was over with. I like how Sam had doubts about the Ring going to Galadriel and wondering what Gandalf would have done. "Yet he wasn’t glad, and a sick feeling lay in his stomach like a coiled serpent." Exactly how I felt! Onward to chapter 2.

Anonymous · 10 January 2006 · Chapter 3: III

I just wanted to say that I am enjoying this story and eagerly awaiting the next chapter! I especially liked Aragorn's subtle reactions in this chapter--I imagine there must be some really conflicting emotions going on there: Here's Galadriel as this ancient, wise, already incredibly powerful figure that he's accustomed to respecting and trusting, and then she accepts the Ring, which might have an even stronger resonance as an evil, duplicitous thing with Aragorn than with others of the company, considering his...family history. Similar feelings would probably be shared, to some extent, by many of those at this council, though, and you portrayed that hidden tension well. Heehee, sorry for my run-on sentences. It all boils down to, "good job!"

Elentari · 10 January 2006 · Chapter 3: III

Look who's here, indeedy. This is one of my favorite pieces of yours, along with Alliance and Bodysnatcher (I was kind of surprised to see you didnt like the last one as much as the others...) The What-If is very well depicted, and I enjoyed seeing the 'little people's view on this. Now Frodo and Sam are back to being simple hobbits, though they have had a great honor (that few will be appreciative of I suppose), and the members of the Fellowship will scatter. Or not. Am looking forward to seeing the next chapters, whenever your uni and original projects allow you to.

BM · 13 December 2005 · Chapter 2: II

You have really captured my interest with this story! It is well written and I'm moving to the edge of my seat waiting to see what happens next, especially since you already have Faramir involved ;)! And I can't wait to see what happens in Rohan! Will Aragorn, Legolas, Gimli, and Boromir go to Edoras? Will Gandalf meet up with them in Lothlorien? Will they all still be victorious at Helm's Deep? And will Minis Tirith manage to survive? Looking forward very much to more! Please update soon! PS--I absolutely adored your "Fell Beast" stories, too. They were a hoot! You've got a great bit of talent going here, and thanks for sharing!

Carnen · 12 December 2005 · Chapter 2: II

*is speechless again* Wow! What a chapter! I loved it, especially 'cause it focuses on the Hurin clan. You had me tense the whole time, almost shivering in expectation of the horrors sure to come. I can only hope that you'll have some mercy towards Gondor, at least towards Boromir, Faramir and Denethor if nobody else. The first part was brilliant wonderfully showcasing the hopelessness of the situation. The calm acceptance of Celeborn was highly chilling and Boromir's insistence to help his people no matter what was touching. I just hope he won't be sent into his death, an even more hopeless death than before. I loved the comparison Boromir made; a small touch yet all the more poignant. Poor Faramir. I dearly hope he won't loose the leg. You had me all a quiver wondering what will happen to him and whether he would make it back to Minas Tirith. Glad he did, if only to look at it one more time and be with his father. The scene with Denethor in the Houses of Healing was simply heartbraking. It showed that he wasn't a brute as so many people think, merely overburdened with running the country, having little or no time to spend with his sons. It shows that he did love Faramir, even if he couldn't show it sometimes. The Palantir scene was so chilling, I could almost hear Sauron's voice, leeching hope and giving spark to despair. I was glad to see that Denethor had sense in him yet in not believing the images. I really hope that the 'Boromir's body on display' thing won't happen. Really. Now the only thing which has me wondering is what's happening with the others. Keep up the excellent work. *is amazed still*, Marta

Carnen · 11 December 2005 · Chapter 1: I

...*is speechless*... I don't believe this has been done before. Do continue it, it looks like it will be mighty interesting. Sent shivers up me spine, it did. I can't wait to see what will happen. Poor Celeborn. Always second best. Let's hope Galadriel doesn't get so twisted by the Ring that she'll forget about him. Will Boromir die? I hope not, as there is now no point in his death. Loved the little scene between him and Aragorn. Prophetic dreams? I just hope the two of them will stop posturing. Dear Sam, always getting to the heart of the problem. I think this'll be just the beginning of his worries, if they don't go to the Shire that is. Methinks that they will have a part to play yet, though. The only thing that was missing was a glimpse of Gimli and Legolas. It wasn't that neccesary though, as the mood was perfecct without them. So...so...foreboding, yes that's the word. Hoping to see more soon, Marta

meckinock · 10 December 2005 · Chapter 1: I

What a great (and scary) AU premise. I love all the foreboding and creepiness. I can't wait to see where this goes.

Levade · 10 December 2005 · Chapter 1: I

This looks really intriguing. Galadriel and Celeborn are a team, and one would hope they would stay that way but with the Ring... I look forward to seeing where you take this story!

Nienor Niniel · 10 December 2005 · Chapter 1: I

Very interesting set-up. I'm looking forward to seeing it develop.

AfterEver · 10 December 2005 · Chapter 1: I

AUs have been on my mind lately, so I couldn't resist checking this one out. Interesting start! This will continue soon, I hope.

Bejai · 10 December 2005 · Chapter 1: I

Oh, now this looks interesting! I've read some "Galadriel takes the ring" stories before, many of which forget Celeborn entirely, and in which she is instantly corrupted and evil. Something terrible has happened, I think, but it hasn't entirely overcome her. Yet? Looking forward to seeing what you do with this.