Cairistiona
· 7 May 2008
· Chapter 2: Taking Winnings
Just found this story and am thoroughly enjoying it. I usually shy away from AU stories about the Three Hunters being captured, or Aragorn instead of the Hobbits, or any of the other variations on a theme, but this one intrigued me because from the summary it sounds as though you're going to be taking it back around to canon eventually, and that intrigues me. And I'm finding that even if you don't, I'm really enjoying your writing style and characterization. Hopefully another update is coming soon!
Author's reply
Thank you for the review, Cairistiona! I'm glad you found this story to your liking. Yes, things will eventually return to canon, but it will be a bumpy ride until then! I appreciate your comments. Another update is just around the corner!
Larner
· 4 May 2008
· Chapter 2: Taking Winnings
And the situation grows more grave. At least they are able to communicate with one another. But where are the Hobbits?
Author's reply
Yes, fortune has not been on their side, I'm afraid. But you'll have to wait for the answer to your question! Chapter 3 won't be long in coming.
Larner
· 4 May 2008
· Chapter 1: Decision
An interesting alternative! Now, what can they do with the force they now face?
Author's reply
Glad you think so, Larner! You will just have to see, won't you? ;-)
meckinock
· 4 May 2008
· Chapter 2: Taking Winnings
Your premise made me think about how in Tolkien, so many chance things end up having a purpose. I never took the time to think about how badly things could have gone, if the Three Hunters had actually caught up to the orcs! An interesting take on things. And your orcs are well drawn, at odds with each other and with distinct personalities and agenda.
Author's reply
Thank you, meckinock! The Orc characters were fun to write actually. Once I thought of the idea, it wasn't hard to see how easily things could go very wrong for them! Thanks for taking the time to review!
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