Raksha The Demon
· 18 January 2008
· Chapter 6: An Empty Bed
Faramir does need to grieve; he hasn't had enough time yet and he's certainly suffered too many losses. He also needs one or two companions of his own age or a bit older, who aren't awed by his near-sacrosanct status, if he's to avoid being raised like a hothouse plant - it's a shame that Edoras is too dangerous for him to spend a few months there. And eventually, Indis is going to have to find him a trustworthy caregiver; someone who is patient, firm and kind; she's going to be too busy running Gondor to attend to Faramir all the time. But for now, Faramir can use some TLC.
I loved the scene with the boys fooling around with the cookie dough while eating it.
Author's reply
It would be perfect if Theodred could stay - the two of them are bound closely. And yet, it cannot be. Also, Targon would be great... but, though he is loyal to Gondor and would do it if Indis asked, his heart is on being a cook and he just couldn't do his apprenticeship with Faramir hanging on his tales... I have an idea... but not sure if I dare run with it... or if I have the expertise to... we'll see.
Thanks for reviewing!
Larner
· 18 January 2008
· Chapter 6: An Empty Bed
The grief and horror will come back to haunt him again and again. Now, to find the right setting for the healing....
Author's reply
The muse has an idea of where Faramir could go that would be safe and free from horror... but I don't know. We'll see who wins.. me or the muse!
Raksha The Demon
· 5 January 2008
· Chapter 5: Acquiescence
Good to see Faramir release some of his grief, and start to act like a child again. He and Indis have a long and lonely road ahead of them, I think.
Author's reply
Hi, Raksha. Thanks for the comment. I know some readers might become distressed over the oft-mentioned Boromir in these first chapters, but there is no way that Faramir will not be thinking of him. As one of the characters states, Boromir is in the very fabric of the Citadel. Eventually, more and more of the 'child' Faramir will return.
Larner
· 5 January 2008
· Chapter 5: Acquiescence
Yes, the healing comes at last, and for the moment, at least, all begin to calm down again.
Author's reply
Ah, Larner - yes, healing comes... but with any wound that is very deep, it must be watched and tended too. Aragorn has started the process; Faramir's family and friends must finish it. If they pay attention!
Neilia
· 4 January 2008
· Chapter 5: Acquiescence
Good! Faramir is allowed to be a little boy! His Regent is wise and wonderful. The roosters never crowed. That is also good. Things are set in order for the next set of...whatever...more? I like what Indis seid about Thorongil, too. This is going to be very different, intrigingly different.
Author's reply
Well, Neilia, the roosters who were there didn't crow - there's a truckload in the rest of the army......
And Faramir - in the midst of everything - will still be a boy... at least, for the moment.
Glad you're ready for the ride! Adn thanks for reading, but especially for commenting!
Neilia
· 6 December 2007
· Chapter 4: Allies
Good for Indis. As Regent, she needs to be able to trust her Captain-General completely. HeeHee! I wonder how many roosters will be objecting? Waiting...not very well, but waiting. *big grin*
Author's reply
Ha ha! I love the image of roosters! That's what they probably sounded like after she made this announcement!!!!
And yes - she must trust her Captain-General.
Sorry the wait was so very long! And thanks for commenting and reading! Blessings...
Larner
· 5 December 2007
· Chapter 4: Allies
At least they're thinking to involve Gandalf and not Saruman. An ally to Rohan? In name only, they'll find out all too soon, I fear.
Her plans and appointments so far are good ones, I think. Now, to find out what happens next and their reactions to this last appointment.
Author's reply
Grima does not come into the picture in Rohan until sometime around 3014. So he is not yet totally in the sway of Saruman... but the wizard, I'm sure, visits Edoras now and again, as the neighborly thing to do. *shivers*
She seems pretty smart - but her time as Ecthelion's advisor is definitely helping her now. Much as she says she's not ready, she is!
Thanks ever so much for your review and for continuing to read this.
Edlyn
· 4 December 2007
· Chapter 3: Just in Case
Why do I get the feeling that I'll need to keep the tissues handy as I read this story, meldenya? I wanted to hug both Faramir and Théodred so much. I hope that the two boys each have someone who will take the time to comfort them as they work through their grief. I know they have to put on public faces and carry on but still, there's so much sorrow and terror to deal with. I just hope that Faramir doesn't bottle everything up. That's what caused problems for Denethor in canon, I think and I'd hate to see Faramir end up breaking down as Denehtor did in the books.
I'm looking forward to the next chapter.
Hugs,
Edlyn
Author's reply
I think that tissues will only be needed for a couple more chapters... with what Faramir has been through, I cannot see him 'rebounding' quickly... Faramir will forget, now and again, and smile once in awhile... but healing of such horror, along with the tortures that he lived through, will still be difficult...
However, with Gondor's sad history, I cannot say to hide the tissues all together.
Again - bless you for your continued reviews and support!
Edlyn
· 4 December 2007
· Chapter 2: Acceptance
You have me in tears, you know. This was such an emotional chapter. I was holding it together even after Hurin of the Keys' reference to Boromir the Beloved but lost it completely during Faramir's speech.
Ah, Theoden is kneeling to Indis, isn't he? Really, if it weren't for her so much would have been for the worse in Gondor and it wouldn't take long for the Mark to suffer the same.
She is a woman of morals, fortitude and strength and she obviously loves Faramir dearly. I can't think of any other person who would be more appropriate as Faramir's regent.
I suppose I wouldn't be allowed to give Faramir a hug, now that he is Steward, would I? It just seems that he is in need of one really badly when this chapter ends.
Wonderful job, meldenya!
Hugs,
Edlyn
Author's reply
So very sorry for the late reply! Denethor has been absolutely vicious over at 10,000 Years! You know how he can get!
I'm so glad you are enjoying this. I give Theoden big marks for his humility. Isn't that the mark of a great man!?!
And yes - please hug Faramir - he needs a few after what my Muse has put him through!
Blessings for your kind review and continued support!
Edlyn
· 4 December 2007
· Chapter 1: A Decision
I have been looking forward to readingthe next part of your "My Sword..." series and here it is. Oh, my what a decision to put on a child of so tender years! I realise that in this society children are forced to mature much more quickly than in ours but still... I know Faramir will make the right decision, I just know it!
I hope you are doing well and am going right ahead and reading chapter 2!
Hugs,
Edlyn
Larner
· 3 December 2007
· Chapter 3: Just in Case
With Minas Tirith violated as it has been, even the Citadel itself--ESPECIALLY the Citadel itself--they will all tend to feel wary from this day forward.
Yes, a proper gift for a horselord (although not many horses bear "tales," most being content with swishing their tails instead, heh!)
Lovely moments here.
Author's reply
Oh bless you, Larner, for catching that blasted tale! LOL - I have 2 words that 'do me in' - tale/tail and instant/instance.
As for the Citadel... I found it bizarre to think of it when I first started writing this chapter... for it seemed to have a peaceful quality about it - until I remembered, as did Indis, that a heinous act was perpetrated upon its hallowed ground...
Thanks ever so much for reviewing!
Raksha The Demon
· 28 November 2007
· Chapter 2: Acceptance
I'm delighted to see Faramir acclaimed as Steward; and wisely give Indis the regency. One small quibble - I didn't understand why Theoden, king of the Mark, would kneel to Indis and Faramir; he is the Steward's sworn ally and not vassal.
I'm looking forward to seeing where you take the story from here - so many things could be different. I still want to see Faramir meet Frodo and Sam in Ithilien and lead them to Henneth-Annun and refuse the Ring; and it still could happen - or not.
Author's reply
Raksha! Thanks for the comments. We'll see, perhaps, why Theoden King knelt. And I cannot promise you where the Muse will take Faramir - though my thoughts, as I stated during My Sword Weeps, are definitely leaning towards HA and Frodo.... it is still most plausible... However, I am very sorry to say that it will not occur in THIS book. That chapter will be written in My Sword Reigns.
Faramir and the Muse did not want me to skip over the next almost thirty years of his life, which is what I had planned, and just go right into the War of the Ring... so that is why you are now seeing a book entitled, My Sword Trembles, instead of My Sword Reigns.
*%^)^@#* Muse!
Larner
· 27 November 2007
· Chapter 2: Acceptance
Ah, well done, blessed child.
Author's reply
*heavy sigh* He is his father's child... Hopefully, he won't go mad. *shivers*
Larner
· 27 November 2007
· Chapter 1: A Decision
Oh, I hope he will not take the throne, but will keep it for the one who will come after. After all, he has seen that one now, whether or not he realizes who he was.
Author's reply
I am soooo looking forward to him meeting Aragorn - oops - Thorongil again!
Neilia
· 27 November 2007
· Chapter 2: Acceptance
Yes, yes! Hurrah Faramir! So young, yet so wise. More? Hugs, Neilia
Author's reply
*giggles* - did you doubt him??? I' telling!
Neilia
· 26 November 2007
· Chapter 1: A Decision
Oh, goodness sake! After all they went through and little Faramir walks to the throne? Can't wait for the next chapter....well, where is it? *chortling*
Hugs, Neilia
Author's reply
It's almost done! I couldn't believe he did that either. I think Indis is ready to wring his little neck, but how can she, when she loves him so?
Glad to know your enjoying this already!