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Cuthalion · 10 October 2006 · Chapter 13: Out on the Cobbled Streets

This is where I started reading this tale, and now I've returned to it. It kept me from doing anything else - like homework, ironing, cooking, controlling school work - but reading, reading, reading. Thank you so much. (I've already reviewed the newest chapter in your LJ). I can hardly wait for more!

Cuthalion · 10 October 2006 · Chapter 12: Between White Stone and Shadows

Pippin's situation is getting increasingly worse, as it seems. And he won't be able to pretend being nine-fingered for long, I fear! Now I really start to worry...

Cuthalion · 10 October 2006 · Chapter 11: Out of a House of Flame

Oh dear - poor lad. Pippin grit his teeth, determined not to hinder the orc carrying him like a sack of grain over its shoulder. Each stride forward was a stride away from Frodo. Tears of grief and terror merged in his eyes and ran down his upside-face, lodging in his hair like little pricks of ice. For Frodo, he thought as his face bumped against the creature’s stinking back. For Frodo. Which - of course - reminds me of that heartbreaking moment in ROTK when Aragorn said the same thing. What a great tale this is.

Cuthalion · 10 October 2006 · Chapter 10: Through a Doorway of Heat and Flame

No time to tell you why this is simply great - everwhelming - awesome - thrilling--- Chose whatever you want, it is all true. WHERE THE HELL IS GANDALF!?! *off to read the next chapter*

Cuthalion · 10 October 2006 · Chapter 9: Down Devious Paths

Good gracious. Sam, carried around while he's not allowed to walk (and I don't dare to think about what Aragorn will have to say to this clever misinterpretation of his order!), Pippin, hauled away by orcs in search of bloody revenge, and a wounded Frodo, lying in a burning house. *wipes the sweat from her brow* And if you spy any misspellings in one of my reviews, blame it on your tale. That enormous thrill makes me clumsy. *grins*)

Cuthalion · 10 October 2006 · Chapter 8: At the End of All Roads

He swallowed hard. “Here I am.” And her I sit, swallowing hard, too, and trying not to cry. What a brave Knight of Gondor - the smallest perhaps, but his courage makes him a true giant. And what has happened with Frodo's broken ribs? One of them has pirced the lung, hasn't it? *is deeply worried* What an awesome storyteller you are.

Cuthalion · 10 October 2006 · Chapter 7: In a Pit of Darkness

*applauds* *cheers wildly* Oh yesss - Pippin, the Troll Slayer! And Frodo still trying his best to escape.. but how deep is that hole he has fallen into "in silence"? *shudders* (And there I have a huge heap of laundry to iron which my tennis elbow wouldn't like to be involved in anway, but I simply have to continue reading!

Cuthalion · 10 October 2006 · Chapter 6: Amongst the Scattered Stones

Oh oh. But what I like most of this thrilling chapter - aside from Aragorn's royal rage - is the fact that you don't keep Frodo completely helpless, even in his anguish, pain, fear and weakness. There are too many stories out there where Frodo is nothing like a limp bundle, constantly unconscious, having been unconscious for days or faiting soon. Here we have a fighter. Thank you so much for this!

Elflingimp · 10 October 2006 · Chapter 14: In the Light of the Dying Moon

Aw, I feel so sorry for Pippin cant you save him soon?(snicker)but then the story wouldnt be so good and it would be over so please keep up the torture and angst!!!!! at least for a little while anyway, we know he'll be in one piece in the end(wont he?) LOL :)

Cuthalion · 10 October 2006 · Chapter 5: Outside of the Inn

Oh dear, what a terrible mess - and what a wonderful tale (even if it is not the irst time that I tell you this). And my fingers are itching to giving it a try in translation... but right now I still have to take care of that d... arm and can make no promises. *sigh* But I enjoy this very, very much!

Cuthalion · 10 October 2006 · Chapter 4: On the Streets of the City

Oy vey - built up perfectly. I saw this come when Faramir left to bring the sedan chair. I can hardly wait to read what happens next!

Cuthalion · 10 October 2006 · Chapter 3: Under a Vault of Stars

“I do mean it … and I don’t. I know you didn’t force him to do it, and only someone as strong and pure and loving as Frodo could have succeeded.” His shoulders sagged a little more. “I know you didn’t want him to go through that, but someone had to do it, and Frodo was the best choice. But a part of me won’t ever forgive you for making this happen to him.” Yes. Oh yes. And how good I understand this quiet rage, and how very well it fits with the image I have of Merry. Strong, stubborn, loving, with a fiery heart. Absolutely marvelous - not only this, but the whole chapter. *bows before thee*

harrowcatliz · 10 October 2006 · Chapter 14: In the Light of the Dying Moon

Oooh! Relief for Merry and even more fear for Pippin!

Dreamflower · 10 October 2006 · Chapter 14: In the Light of the Dying Moon

Oops. Poor Pippin. After all he had done, to have his ruse detected! But--but maybe it's a good thing in a way--if it's really Frodo they need, then they won't be wanting to leave so quickly. But--then they also will be wanting to torture Pippin all the sooner. Merry's rescuers were a surprise to me! I truly thought it would be Legolas and Gimli, but then when he thought the "two voices were as one" it dawned on me who it might be. I love Elladan and Elrohir's saving Merry. And Merry's reactions were perfect--he's so fierce! I adore fierce Merry! Best of all, they have a live bad guy for Aragorn to question. Like to see him *try* lying to the King! And poor Frodo. I haven't forgotten him either...

Cuthalion · 10 October 2006 · Chapter 2: In the Rooms of a Ring-bearer

“We must find him,” Gandalf said tensely. “He will not last long in his condition. And there are other dangers out there than exposure. He could fall down a flight of stairs, or off a balustrade, or what if the rumours we heard are true—“ - then what? What??? Ohhh, the suspense! And now I have to leave for a massage - dang it! Can't wait to come back!

Cuthalion · 10 October 2006 · Chapter 1: In the Halls of the King

“You tried to get us to eat them bugs and bark enough times,” Sam commented. “Let’s see you put your money where your mouth is. Sir. Your Majesty.” *giggles madly* That whole scene is absolutely priceless. And no wonder that Pippin didn't want to go to the Silent Street! *shudders*

GamgeeFest · 10 October 2006 · Chapter 14: In the Light of the Dying Moon

Dude! Too cruel! You can't leave it there!!! Well, ok, you *can* because you obviously have. :P Anyway, thank goodness the twins showed up when they did and I love that the man is afraid of Merry just as much as the elves. And now Pippin is found out as not being Frodo. I fear what they'll do to him now, knowing that he tricked them. It would be too good to hope that they'll let him go.

Larner · 10 October 2006 · Chapter 14: In the Light of the Dying Moon

Nyah, nyah nyah nyah Nyaaah, nyah!

Lindelea · 10 October 2006 · Chapter 14: In the Light of the Dying Moon

Love the warrior-horse! Aragorn told us where there is shouting and swearing, there is usually a hobbit. *snork* Chilling orcs... poor Pippin. (Did you ever read "A Took By Any Other Name", per chance, or are we merely on the same frequency? Tenderising their meat, indeed...) and now his ruse is discovered. They have no use for him now! (or do they?)

Frodo Baggins · 9 October 2006 · Chapter 13: Out on the Cobbled Streets

OH Budgielover! You really are killing me here! I'm so glad to see Frodo again. His parts are my favorites. And poor Sam! Oh I wish I could just hug him and tell him everything will be alright because I'm assuming *pointed stare at you* that everything will be alright. Ahem. And don't worry about Real Life getting in the way. I've left my dear readers on a mean cliff as well. My confounded computer went dead on me. I could have chucked it out of a very, very, very high widnow. I've lost all fanfictoin and my novel. But I suppose the Lord has a plan for everything, so...maybe...I don't know. It's alright now. I guess. I just read your bio...I love roses too! I want to plant some climbing roses on this brick gateway that is in my yard. :) In the spring, of course. It will be experimental, and I desperately wish Sam were here to help me! He's such a good gardener, adn everything I plant...well...dies. ANyway, I'll go now, and stop leaving you these long reviews. Oh and the story is so wonderful, that only Elven words could describe it. So, hannon le, mell nin! Namarie! God Bless! Yours, Frodo Baggins

Elemmírë · 2 October 2006 · Chapter 13: Out on the Cobbled Streets

Ok, I hope you don't think this is too weird or anything, but THANK YOU, THANK YOU, THANK YOU!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Elrond shook his head. “Compression wraps are unwise for broken ribs unless absolutely necessary for pain. Such wraps can impede proper circulation and keep one from taking deep breaths, which might increase of risk of lung infections. There is a type of wrap I will apply when we arrive at the inn, but not on a cold, dirty street. Master Frodo is having enough difficulty breathing; we must not add to it.” Finally, someone who writes it properly!!!!! I have read lots of fanfic in which characters are subjected to broken ribs and are then bandaged up. In the modern day era, this is a huge No-No for the reasons you wrote above. Bandaging the ribs compresses the muscles and doesn't allow for the lungs to expand properly, thus leading to collapse of the alveolar (air sacs) and eventually pneumonia. I know this sounds totally silly and pathetic, but you have made my day, Budgie by writing this one detail true to life when so many others don't. And you had Elrond explain it so very well to Sam too! I am highly interested to see how you go about relieving Frodo's hemo-pneumothorax, most especially using Middle-earth "technology" and the skills of one Elven healer. If you need any help/tips on the treatment or healing of Frodo's lung, feel free to drop me an email. I see this stuff all the time at the hospital where I work. One little nitpick though: although the reasoning for having Frodo cough is quite sound, it is better advice given to him after his damaged lung is treated, coupled along with deep breathing exercises to help re-expand the lung. With an internal injury such as you've given poor Frodo, it's extremely difficult to breathe and almost impossible to cough due to all of the air pressure being exerted onto the one good lung. Every time Frodo breathes in, some of that air is being driven through the puncture in his bad lung and out into his chest cavity, where it (and the blood) eventually compresses the good lung until it too is no longer usable. Every time he beathes in, he is in fact squashing his good lung too with this particular type of injury until that pressure is released. I hope they get that inn soon, before it's too late! Boy, you're putting all the hobbits through their paces (grins evilly) I'm loving every bit of this tale, Budgie, and I can't wait for the next chapter. :D ~Elemmírë~

lotrgirl1415 · 1 October 2006 · Chapter 13: Out on the Cobbled Streets

*Gasp* What a chapter you have been a busy lil Budgie-kins haven’t you? And unfortunately it took me all they way till today to write you a review for this chapter. I apologize. I DID in fact read the update on the 19th...actually my dad printed it up for me b4 I went to school...*thank you Daddy* Anyhoodles.... Poor Frodo...and Merry...and EVERYONE! So much angst!!! I do hope Merry escapes from the evil clutches of that evil man.... --- Katie: How dare you threaten my poor lil Merry-kins you big meanie! Evil Guy: And what are YOU going to do about it...*muah ha ha!* Katie: This. *totallykickssomeevilguybutt* Evil guy: Bamboozled. Merry: Wow Katie you’re on a roll.... First you defeat evil orcs...then an evil man? I love you! <3<3 Katie: I love u too! *kissysnuggle* Pippin/Frodo: um...hello? Didn’t you just establish last review that u loved us? Katie: well of course.... But I love merry too. Pip/Frodo: well all right then... And....yet again.... They all lived happily ever after.... Except for the evil man of course. ^-^<3^-^<3^-^<3^-^ --- lol I’m so lame. I loved the update and I do apologize for this late...And rather crummy review. Please keep up the great work! xoxoxo ---Katie

Aranel of the Golden Flower · 25 September 2006 · Chapter 13: Out on the Cobbled Streets

please hurry up and write more, I can;t wait to find out what's going to happen, oh I do so hate cliffhangers....

pebbles66 · 24 September 2006 · Chapter 13: Out on the Cobbled Streets

Another great chapter! Can't wait for more.

Larner · 22 September 2006 · Chapter 13: Out on the Cobbled Streets

Oh, dear, now we have another cliffhanger, and this time I must wait till you post again! NO FAIR! Hurry, fellows--find this man and Merry, and Pippin and the orcs outside the city! Hurry, all of you, including those who prepare for the treatment of Frodo at the inn!