Out of the depths by Linda Hoyland
inzilbeth · 4 May 2009 · Chapter 2: They that watch for the morning
What a lovely warm hearted tale, Linda. I'm very impressed by all the little details you include like the sherbet. Well done.
Author's reply
Many thanks for your much appreciated review. I'm pleased you liked the story and the little things I included.
Estelcontar · 2 May 2009 · Chapter 2: They that watch for the morning
I was right. It is much better. You did a good job of portraying the Haradrim and of the love between Aragorn and Faramir. It's no wonder Janab wished for such loyal kinsman. And Pope's poem was a wonderful way to round up your tale.
Author's reply
Many thanks for your much appreciated review. I'm pleased you liked this revised version. It took me a while to think of a good ending and I changed it again after posting!
Estelcontar · 2 May 2009 · Chapter 1: In darkness, in the deeps
Poor Aragorn, and poor Faramir what an ordeal. I liked your first version of this story but this extended one is shaping much better.
Author's reply
Many thanks for your much appreciated review. I'm pleased you are enjoying this revised version.
Larner · 1 May 2009 · Chapter 2: They that watch for the morning
Ah, but such mutual loyalty would indeed bring wonder to those who must live with mutual concern and suspicion as is seen in Harad! Nicely done, Linda.
Author's reply
Many thanks for your much appreciated review.The ending took me ages to work out when the rest of the story was written so I'm pleased you liked it.
Laikwalâssê · 1 May 2009 · Chapter 2: They that watch for the morning
as I said before: I love you descriptions of the bond between Faramir and Aragorn and this story showed it again brightly. Faramirs devotion never sounds hollow or awkward, only natural and real. Wonderful little story. Thank you. Lai
Author's reply
Many thanks for your much appreciated review.I'm pleased you enjoyed my story and Aragorn and Faramir's bond.
Cairistiona · 1 May 2009 · Chapter 2: They that watch for the morning
Very much enjoyed this. Faramir's devotion is touching, and the surprise twist of the Khan arriving to the rescue made it interesting. I think my favorite part was the very end, as the Khan reflected on the reign of Elessar and how he failed to kill Faramir, instead letting him live and marry and beget heirs... I'm sure that was an astounding concept to him. Well done!
Author's reply
Many thanks for your much appreciated review. i'm pleased you enjoyed the story. The Khan's reflections were a last minute addition, which I'm now glad I added!
Lady_Roisin · 23 February 2009 · Chapter 1: In darkness, in the deeps
Poor Aragorn! A cliff is a truly evil plot, but well worth the angst! Look forward to the next chapter.
Author's reply
Many thanks for your much appreciated review.I'm pleased you are enjoying the angst. The final chapter is now posted.
inzilbeth · 21 February 2009 · Chapter 1: In darkness, in the deeps
Oh my goodness, they are in trouble. Now will Beregond arrive in the nick of time? You certainly know how to leave cliff hangers.
Author's reply
Many thanks for your much appreciated review.I admit I love writing cliff hangers!
Agape4Gondor · 21 February 2009 · Chapter 1: In darkness, in the deeps
Very interesting beginning - pretty tense. I've got my fingers crossed that Beregond (being already known for his disobedience) will come to his Lord's rescue... but I'm afraid Faramir and Aragorn might be on their way to Harad. NOT a pleasant thought.
Author's reply
Many thanks for your much appreciated review.Keep your fingers crossed as that would indeed be like Beregond!
curiouswombat · 21 February 2009 · Chapter 1: In darkness, in the deeps
Well that's definitely got angst! Poor Faramir was a bit stuck between a rock and a hard place for the night. Like someone else I wonder whether these are the same Haradrim as their attackers, either way I also wonder where Faramir's horse is.
Author's reply
Many thanks for your much appreciated review.Faramir is certainly in a tight spot.The horse is still at the top of the cliff awaiting her master.
Larner · 20 February 2009 · Chapter 1: In darkness, in the deeps
Ah--it will be interesting to find out if this is the same group or a different one from the assassins. Now, why didn't our good Captain Beregond do what good captains do, and disregard his lord's commands to come find Faramir? Come on, Beregond! Heh!
Author's reply
Many thanks for your much appreciated review.All will soon be revealed!
Raksha The Demon · 20 February 2009 · Chapter 1: In darkness, in the deeps
You wanted to go for the angst; and you certainly delivered! Faramir's determination is well-described here. Things look dark indeed for our heroes!
Author's reply
Many thanks for your much appreciated review my first on this site.I'm pleased the angst is working for you.It was fun to write angst again after a spell of fluff.