Reviews (131)

Tiinaj1 · 27 September 2015 · Chapter 15: Chapter Fifteen

That was wonderfully written! I'm going to favorite this story & author. One of the things I felt you did here was explain why Elrond was hesitant about letting Pippin go on the journey. You could feel his immaturity.

hannahm · 6 August 2010 · Chapter 10: Chapter Ten

aww poor frodo - am loving this side of the story tho its great to hear of what happened in rivendell before he wakes up! in 'recovery in rivendell' you say that frodo has prophetic dreams sometimes, is this happening here? his dream when he wakes up seems very similiar to when he's trapped in the tower of cirith ungol and he thinks the ring is gone! and just to add your writing is amazing :)

Laurelin · 25 February 2009 · Chapter 15: Chapter Fifteen

Ok this was definitely your best so far!!! I loved it sooooooo much I'm trying to read them in order haha and so far nothing can equal this. It really covered a gap that tolkien left and i'm glad that someone had the sense to fill it in correctly :) so good jod it was great!

Laurelin · 25 February 2009 · Chapter 10: Chapter Ten

"What is it? What have you done to my boy?" I love the way Bilbo talks about Frodo as if he really was his father its really sweet!

Laurelin · 25 February 2009 · Chapter 2: Chapter Two

7 Oh My God!!! I love this story so far. Haha I was in the school library while reading this chapter, and when Merry and Bilbo were reunited I started crying& every body was staring at me and the librarian came over to ask me if i was ok! But anyway... I love this, its really good!

Alassiel · 8 July 2004 · Chapter 15: Chapter Fifteen

Thank you for a wonderfully engaging tale. I have often thought about what those first days in Rivendell were like. I loved the detail--from the surgery to the food and found myself alternately shivering with apprehension and laughing out loud.

Periantari · 14 May 2004 · Chapter 9: Chapter Nine

oh jeez... that scene...wow... just wow~ i have no words to describe my amazement and then with everyone breaking down :*( :*( :*( i am so in tears with this story~! poor hobbitses :*( i like the concept of having the Ring at least preserve Frodo's life longer... very interesting to mention that...

Periantari · 14 May 2004 · Chapter 8: Chapter Eight

This story is so angsty!!! ahhhh~!!! Frodo not breathing??? ahhh~!!! ::runs to last chapter:: but one quick note: I LOVE your hobbit interactions and i really like your Merry... he really seems to know what's happening and is just so perceptive. Your characters ring really true to me and the angst :*( oh man...the angst :*( :*( crycry.... wow...amazing~

Periantari · 13 May 2004 · Chapter 6: Chapter Six

I feel like one needs lots of guts to read this... i read through to this chapter the first time around and the angst surrounding this story through the hobbits' point of view was so much to me that I stopped... i'm so glad i started again for I appreciate it a lot... your characterizations for all characters especially Merry and Sam are wonderfully written and portrayed. The angst surrounding this has me in tears. I really love your Sam and your Merry :*) Wonderful story~ ::continuing to read and can't wait till Elrond removes the shard:: :*) great job~

cuthalion · 30 April 2004 · Chapter 15: Chapter Fifteen

Ah - finally! Thank you for the last chapter - even for the hint of sadness at the end, when Merry dreams about going home, and everone knows that he will not go home for a very long time, and that there are frightening adventures to come in the future...You kept me on the hook all the time; you're very good writer, really. Thank you again!

LKK · 27 April 2004 · Chapter 15: Chapter Fifteen

A most satisfying end to a nightmarish story, Budgielover. Peace finally reigns in Rivendell now that the shard is out and Frodo is going to recover. But I can't help but shudder at Merry's ending words. We’ll be home soon. As soon as Frodo is strong enough to travel, we can go home… Our part in this is finished, and I’m glad of it. We can all of us go home. I almost wish I had never read the rest of FOTR. I know what's going to happen. :( Great story! Thank you for posting it. :)

lwarren · 22 April 2004 · Chapter 15: Chapter Fifteen

I have just discovered your stories, and I just had to post a review and tell you how wonderful they ALL are! Being an elf lover myself, I have overlooked hobbit-centered stories, but you drew me in and boy, was I hooked! This one in particular....hey, I knew what was going to happen with Frodo, but the added details were absolutely riveting! Your portrayal of the strong loving relationship between the hobbits is especially affecting, and I love the portrait of Elrond you've painted. He often seems so.....elvish and distant..so above everyone, and you've let that show through, but so much more also has been revealed of his character and emotions. I thank you for that...I've always thought that to be a caring father, those facets of his character had to be there somewhere. You don't often see them written about effectively. Thanks for a wonderful story! May you write many, many more!

Hai · 21 April 2004 · Chapter 15: Chapter Fifteen

Oh, *laughs*, I guess Aragorn's "ah, no" was not anything very serious. It did make me sad there that last thoughts of Merry's about going home as soon as Frodo was well enough and that their part is ended. If only that was true! Such a fun story! Thank you!

Pearl Took · 20 April 2004 · Chapter 15: Chapter Fifteen

*sigh* This is nearly as bittersweet an ending as LOTR's. We know they don't get to go home . . . yet. This was beautifully written, and heartache and joy to read.

Elendiari22 · 20 April 2004 · Chapter 15: Chapter Fifteen

I feel sorry for Merry, knowing that he's not going to see his parents again for a long time. I'm glad that nothing terrible happened to Frodo in this chapter. Thank you for writing this!

Elwen · 20 April 2004 · Chapter 15: Chapter Fifteen

Golly. You had me on the edge of my seat throught the whole tale, even though I knew how it would end. Those poor folk all seem exhausted and, as a reader, I am too. So much excitement and angst. I enjoyed every sylable.

Lossenchristal · 20 April 2004 · Chapter 15: Chapter Fifteen

Wow! I don't know whether to be happy or sad that this story is finally done! :) I have so enjoyed reading about the missing three days! You did such a great job, your story will always be in my mind when I read that part of the books again! Thank you so much for sharing it with us! Namarië, ~Lossenchristal

fliewatuet · 20 April 2004 · Chapter 15: Chapter Fifteen

*Standing ovations from fliewatuet for this wonderful tale* Wow, so it's over. Phew, that was a close call and so much more intense than the hints Tolkien left us about what happened during those days in Rivendell. Thanks for writing and sharing, fliewatuet

Bluegrass Elf · 20 April 2004 · Chapter 15: Chapter Fifteen

Yay! That was a great story from start to finish!

Pervinca · 20 April 2004 · Chapter 15: Chapter Fifteen

Wow, I never thought I'd see anyone able to fill that space in the story with so many wonderful chapters! Poor Frodo went through a bit of a trial, but Sam, Merry, Pippin and Bilbo probably went through worse, not knowing if Frodo was going to make it. It was wonderful to read such a touching story that detailed their pain. Thank you for writing this :)

Anso the Hobbit · 20 April 2004 · Chapter 15: Chapter Fifteen

What an ending! I love your picture of Bilbo sitting by Frodo, and the way you end it all with hobbit laughter. A really, really marvellous story, Budgie!

gershwhen · 20 April 2004 · Chapter 15: Chapter Fifteen

Happy, happy sigh. This: "Those were the images that would stay forever in Merry’s memory whenever he thought of that dreadful night. But foremost among them was the sight of their elderly cousin sitting by Frodo’s bedside, limned in light, singing quietly as he stroked his unconscious heir’s hand," was SO perfect -- I could see exactly what Merry would! It was a wonderful last image before he rested. This was an intense, yet delightful tale -- I was on the edge of my seat up until the end. (And it wasn't as if I didn't know what would happen to Frodo!!) I do especially like your use of the Elves here. I tend to think they are not used well by most Hobbit-focused writers. So it was good to see them used (and not just made the butt of jokes!) in such a caring way. Thank you.

Unhealthy Sarcasm · 12 April 2004 · Chapter 14: Chapter Fourteen

...Why am I not surprised? The Mighty Queen of Cliffhangers (TM) strikes yet again. But you know, one of these days she's just going to snap. After ending a chapter like that with her trademark anguished exclamation of "ah, NO!" (or something similar), the next chapter will begin something like this: The onlookers waited with bated breath as they realized that something was terribly, terribly amiss. Aragorn's exclamation of "ah, NO!" could only signify that something truly dreadful was happening, and it was becoming obvious that no one in the room had the power to halt the unrelenting tide of darkness that was swept mercilessly into their hearts. "What has happened? Is he alright?" the chorus of voices echoed uncertainly, fearing for the worst. Standing up, Aragorn glanced up with a grimace of pain, and gruffly said "ARGH. I seem to have stubbed my toe on the washstand. Could someone perhaps bring an ice pack over here? Greatly appreciated." ...Heh. Well, you get the gist. I apologise profusely for the lengthy review, I just felt compelled to get that out of my system.

Bluegrass Elf · 7 April 2004 · Chapter 14: Chapter Fourteen

A cliff hanger! Can't wait to find out what happens next!

Anso the Hobbit · 7 April 2004 · Chapter 14: Chapter Fourteen

Oh my! Yet another cliffhanger.... Great chapter! Brave Merry and Pip, and good old Bilbo. Just marevellous! Update soon. Please, please...