Web of Treason by Linda Hoyland
Periantari · 21 September 2015 · Chapter 41: At last, at last !
So glad to see Aragorn finally reunited with Arwen. Now more h/c can happen!
Author's reply
Many thanks for your much appreciated review.Aragorn badly needs Arwen and she will comfort him.
Periantari · 20 September 2015 · Chapter 29: What is our innocence ?
I'm surprised that I am quite captivated by this fic- the fic so far is very vivid very well described and very intriguing . Poor faramir and Aragorn on having to endure this. I like your h/c a lot and hope for a lot more. I hope that those cruel cruel men in charge of this shall all perish ! And hope that Aragorn will be reunited with Arwen soon and healed even more ! Also aragorns trust to faramir is damaged so have to see how that is restored. I've read this fic straight for two hours that's how captivated I was. Great job and hope to see better times in store for our dear heroes soon!!
Author's reply
Many thanks for your much appreciated review. I'm thrilled you are so gripped by this story. I like justice to prevail in my writing.
Bodkin · 6 May 2007 · Chapter 9999: Broken is our Bond
If only Faramir did a bit more flaunting of his own achievements - admitting how terribly he has been affected by the actions he had to commit in order to rescue Aragorn from torment and certain death. Weeping over the necessity. Pleading for understanding. Aragorn seems much more confident when being the one dishing out care rather than when receiving it. If Faramir would only let his emotions free, the king would stand a chance of having some sense inserted into his thick head. But no. Faramir has learned to be stoic, blame himself for other people's failings and expects to endure cruel punishment for things that are not his fault. Really! Sometimes he's as thick as Aragorn. They deserve each other!!
Author's reply
Thank you for your much appreciated review and for all your support throughout this story.I have loved reading and looked forward to your comments very much.You are so right about Faramir, only in the sequel(on the other site) will he let his emotions be revealed.These two certainly deserve each other ! My first draft of this story was quite different and Faramir was quickly forgiven ut it didn't work. If you are interested in some of the earlier ideas, I posted them at http://lindahoyland.livejournal.com/2341.html
Bodkin · 6 May 2007 · Chapter 62: Some are born great
Of course, chopping Devorin up after he was dead wouldn't bother him at all. But it's still better for Aragorn not to have that done. And five years exile doesn't seem too bad a penalty. Fontos will, hopefully, learn more positive lessons from it than resentment and bitterness. Especially since he's not going to lose his lands. The rewarding of the good is better for the king. Shame he can't see that, however much Damrod etc did in his support, FARAMIR DID FAR MORE.
Author's reply
Thank you for your much appreciated review.Aragorn seems to have a lind spot where Faramir is concerned,alas.
Bodkin · 6 May 2007 · Chapter 61: Every Guilty deed
Nasty people. Not going to be any nicer when given their moment in court. And doing their best to drag Faramir down with them. Keep in mind, Aragorn, that, if Faramir were really a traitor, he would have killed you rather than rescued you. It would have been much, much easier.
Author's reply
Thank you for your much appreciated review. I fear these traitors are past redemption.
Bodkin · 6 May 2007 · Chapter 60: The wound which will never heal
Heal mentally and perhaps come to realise that it was done out of love. And was one of the harder things that Faramir ever had to do. Although it will take a while. I hope he manages to keep his marbles throughout the trial - and refrains from behaving like his captors. Otherwise he will be driving Arwen away from him. She likes his noble side - but would probably be repelled by a vindictive petty-minded tyrant. We can hope.
Author's reply
Thank you for your much appreciated review. I think it was the hardest thing Faramir ever had to do as it almost cost his soul. Arwen is very loyal but would shun a tyrant.
Bodkin · 6 May 2007 · Chapter 59: Good name in man or woman
Imrahil is acting thick, too. Very noble, my dear Prince - but who got Aragorn away from the rebels? Not you, I fancy. No. Elven baths cannot cure everything - not when the mind is still sick. I suspect Aragorn needs to heal mentally before he'll lose that particular scar.
Author's reply
Thank you for your much appreciated review. I never thought Imrahil the brightest spark,as he grumbles about Pippin's lack of protocol when Faramir is dying !You are right about Aragorn needing to heal in mind before he can heal in body.
Bodkin · 6 May 2007 · Chapter 58: What turmoil have I made ?
Engage brain, Aragorn. What good would it have done either of you if Faramir had refused in revulsion and you were both tortured and killed? Or is that too obvious to grasp? And learn that when Faramir says something hurts 'a little', it means he's a whisker away from falling apart. Stoicism is his middle name. Right alongside 'everything in the world that goes wrong is my fault'.
Author's reply
Thank you for your much appreciated review. You are spot on about Faramir.He is too stoic for his own good at times.
Bodkin · 6 May 2007 · Chapter 57: The friendship of men who are good
Some of the complications are of your own making, Aragorn. (And Denethor's, but it's too late for him to do anything about it.) Enjoy the simple friendship with Eomer - but don't throw away a more complex relationship! And I'm really not surprised that Aragorn is left fearing a) the dark, b) solitude and c) confinement. It would be more surprising if he could just throw them off.
Author's reply
Thank you for your much appreciated review. Yes, I agree Denethor has played his part in this complex tangle !I try to be as realistic as I can andavoid overnight cures in my stories.
Bodkin · 6 May 2007 · Chapter 56: I approach these questions unwillingly
Fontos is a fool. But he could have been worse. He's very lucky that - except when looking at his Steward - Aragorn is able to see further into a brick wall than most. Or he would be greeting the dawn without a head. And various other key body parts.
harrowcat · 1 May 2007 · Chapter 9999: Broken is our Bond
Rereading the end of this over the last few days got to me so much I just had to sneak over to the other site and read the next story as far as it goes, (again!)for a comfort fix. If I get the sack I'm blaming you! :) *g*
Author's reply
Many thanks for your much appreciated review. I'm sorry you found the story upsetting but am touched and surprised it could have such an effect.I found writing the sequel comforted me too. I hope the boss doesn't find out !
Raksha The Demon · 1 May 2007 · Chapter 62: Some are born great
Aragorn is unleashing the full might of the Kingship on the evil men who betrayed and hurt him; and it's certainly high time! Good for him, sparing Fontos; and rewarding Damrod and Bereth, not to mention acceding to Arwen's sensible request for a quicker death for Dervorin. Now he needs some nice sleeping pills, or to read some crop reports or something.
Author's reply
Many thanks for your much appreciated review. Aragorn seems to maintain his good sentese and wisdom with everyone save poor Faramir so it seems !
harrowcat · 1 May 2007 · Chapter 62: Some are born great
I am glad that Damrod got his rewarded even though he tries to defend Faramir. One query or small niggle from me is the word 'henchmen'. I don't know why but it just feels wrong to me - too melodramatic or corny may be? Perhaps 'cohort' perhaps. But I don't know why I am quibbling over one word when I am enjoying the whole so much.
Author's reply
Many thanks for your much appreciated review and suggestion. I have changed 'hencemen' to cohorts' and agree it sounds much better. I'm so pleased you are enjoying the story.I'm so pleased you are enjoying the story,just one chapter left.
Raksha The Demon · 28 April 2007 · Chapter 60: The wound which will never heal
Uh-oh, Aragorn is getting very obsessive, his thoughts turning darker and into the edge of unreason. If Arwen can't help, and the Peredhil, eventually, can't help, then very bad days lie ahead for Aragorn. Good chapter.
Author's reply
Many thanks for your much appreciated review.I found it very hard to write my beloved Aragorn like this,teetering on the edge of madness.
Raksha The Demon · 28 April 2007 · Chapter 59: Good name in man or woman
You know it's a bad sign when Aragorn decides to stop being a healer. Dark days ahead, no doubt! And of course, the nasty cliffhanger at the end of the chapter!
Author's reply
Many thanks for your much appreciated review. Aragorn is renouncing a vital part of himself, I fear.I love my cliffhangers !
Raksha The Demon · 28 April 2007 · Chapter 58: What turmoil have I made ?
Very sad that Aragorn cannot bring himself to forgive Faramir, to reach out to him with the friendship that has sustained them both in the past. The guys both need some therapy; but Middle-earth doesn't have psychiatrists, and Gandalf, the nearest thing to it, is unavailable.
Author's reply
Many thanks for your much appreciated review. Yes I agree our poor heroes need some therapy,but only time will tell if anyone or anything in M-e will help.They need to learn they can help wach other !
Raksha The Demon · 22 April 2007 · Chapter 57: The friendship of men who are good
Good work on the relationship between Eomer and Aragorn; you show the horse-lord's compassion and love for his friend, a love that Tolkien made a point to have Eomer articulate in ROTK. Aragorn really needs a peanut butter and jelly sandwich and a teddy bear about now.
Author's reply
Many thanks for your much appreciated review.I think Aragorn and Eomer's friendship is often neglected and wanted to show it. The poor King badly needs something to cheer him.
nautika · 16 April 2007 · Chapter 1: To sleep, perchance to dream
I've *finally* started reading the first part of this story! I have it all printed out as one long fic and I'm never sure what chapter I'm on. Just wanted to let you know I've started it and give you at least one quick review for now. My favorite part in this chapter (aside from the surprise that Boromir has a daughter I'd forgotten) was Aragorn whispering the apology to Faramir. He knew he' hurt him but he was just so tired. Nice! More reviews later! nautika
Author's reply
Many thanks for your much appreciated review.I'm honoured you've printed it, I need to do that too ! I'm pleased you found some moments to enjoy here and was interested what you liked. I shall look forward to more of your comments.
Bodkin · 15 April 2007 · Chapter 55: And the king was much moved
Use your common sense, Imrahil! If Aragorn is here - and Faramir is by his side, then chances are you read the whole situation incorrectly! (Although Aragorn's doubts - and Faramir's, when he eventually recovers - are likely to reinforce Imrahil's beliefs.) Quiz question for those present at the king's return. Who is the person who recovered the king, treated his injuries, reunited him with his wife and son and got him here? Answers on a postcard ... Or maybe it should be one of those multiple choice ones ... A: Prince Imrahil of Dol Amroth B: Prince Faramir of Ithilien C: King Eomer of Rohan I think we know the correct response... Whereas Aragorn ... !!! I'm giving up hope of his usual intellect shining through. His captors must have spent a lot of time rapping on his skull and succeeded in rattling his brains loose.
Author's reply
Many thanks for your much appreciated review. I love you quiz !I think you should send it to Aragorn !Aragorn has a lot of home truths to learn but is still too depressed/traumatised to see them.
Raksha The Demon · 11 April 2007 · Chapter 54: Frustrate their knavish tricks
Somebody should really tell Faramir that hanging around with Aragorn is hazardous to his health. Of course, by this time, the poor Steward has a death-wish the size of Mt. Mindolluin, but still. They all need mithril vests. Maybe the dwarves will invent some kevlar. Update soon; we have to see how long poor Faramir will be laid up this time; and if Aragorn will ever forgive him.
Author's reply
Many thanks for your much appreciated review. Maybe Faramir is currently hanging around with Aragorn because it is so bad for him.He does indeed have a death wish. I think Arwen was hoping the silk might help a little.That's a great idea,though,mithril vests,ARagorn will have to ask Gimli for some.
Bodkin · 6 April 2007 · Chapter 53: Behold, thy King cometh unto thee.
Well - so far it's going better than they might have expected. They have the people behind them. Although, of course, the people tend not to be best equipped to counter trained aggression. But those in charge can hardly pretend that Elessar is dead, since he quite clearly isn't. What does Eomer think has happened to Eowyn and Faramir? And how can Aragorn possibly think that uninvolved lords in attendance, however sad and worn they look, have DONE MORE TO RESCUE HIM THAN THE MAN WHO ACTUALLY GOT HIM OUT OF PERIL????????????????? AT THE RISK OF HIS OWN LIFE AND AT THE COST OF HIS OWN SELF-ESTEEM????????????????? Perhaps he suffered a head injury. It's the only possible excuse.
Author's reply
Many thanks for your much appreciated review. I am planning to deal with Eomer in forthcoming chapters. I think Aragorn is having some sort of breakdown, he is certainly not himself.
Raksha The Demon · 5 April 2007 · Chapter 52: That I may greet you as King
The evocation of what in later times became the Triple Goddess is fascinating; though Arwen names herself Eldest/wise woman rather than crone. Faramir's usage of words from the sovereign of Great Britain is an inspired touch. And nice moments between Eowyn, who is tired and stressed, and pushy-pesky Elbeth.
Author's reply
Many thanks for your much appreciated review.The idea of the TripleGoddess fascinates me too, I wrote a poen a few years back. Arwen's desciption of herself was your idea, I think,as the lovely Evenstar is hardly a crone in appearance,despite her years. i'm pleased you enjoyed the chapter.
Bodkin · 5 April 2007 · Chapter 52: That I may greet you as King
Doubtless the ceremony was beneficial. Calming and setting the mind on the proper course of action. I expect it went very much against the grain for Eowyn to stay behind at this point! Although the shieldmaiden is probably the best defence Arwen and the children have. Even if she has given up the sword!
Author's reply
Many thanks for your much appreciated review. Aragorn needs something that might help him.I'm sure Eowyn wanted to prove herself again in battle, but she is now a mother,though I'm sure she could still protect Arwen and the children if need be.
harrowcat · 4 April 2007 · Chapter 52: That I may greet you as King
This is a great ritual moment Linda! Well done
Author's reply
Thank you so much, I'm pleased you enjoyed it.I've always been fascinated by ancient rituals.AS a child,one of my favourite treats was to be allowed to look at my Mother's book about the Queen's coronation.
Crimson · 4 April 2007 · Chapter 52: That I may greet you as King
What, no "Zadok the Priest"? Just kidding. Nice chapter.
Author's reply
I did mention Zadok LOL,I'm just not able to bring him to M-e under site rules ! Thank you, I'm pleased you enjoyed the chapter.