Sable Dawn by Violin Ghost
shirebound · 18 March 2009 · Chapter 1: Sable Dawn
This is just full of joy and hope. :)
Author's reply
Eomer knows that there are struggles ahead, but this is such a symbol of new beginnings and the promise of beauty in his life that he couldn't help but break down in the end, I think. I'm glad you liked it, thanks for the review! :) -Vee
Elena Tiriel · 17 March 2009 · Chapter 1: Sable Dawn
This is a lovely, hope-filled tale! - Barbara
Author's reply
I love the feeling I get when I read those last few chapters in Gondor - The Fields of Cormallen, the Steward and the King, etc. I feel so HAPPY, so proud and blessed, as though I've actually won a war myself. Then I think of the actual characters and wonder how THEY must be feeling. *laughs* Thanks for the comments! :) -V
Linda Hoyland · 17 March 2009 · Chapter 1: Sable Dawn
A touching ,heart warming story.
Author's reply
Thank you! Glad you enjoyed it. :) -Vee
Larner · 16 March 2009 · Chapter 1: Sable Dawn
Ah--that black horses again may run free in Rohan without fear of being taken by Sauron's folk! A good practice, too, to give the mare some time alone with her foal.
Author's reply
Thanks! I thought it was a believable custom, since the Rohirrim had a great love and respect for their horses. Thank you for your lovely review! :) -Vee
Agape4Gondor · 16 March 2009 · Chapter 1: Sable Dawn
That was absolutely exquisite... the sense of tension ran palpably throughout it - and yet there was such a sense of goodness. I loved Eomer's sense of readiness - I wonder how long it would be before any of those who fought the Dark Lord would be able to sleep without knife at hand. Black - gloriously done... I have a wee tale myself and the pain of the disappearance of the 'blacks' is powerful. Well done - Welcome back to the writing fandom - I do hope we see more - your writing is lovely.
Author's reply
This was my first time writing Eomer without Lothiriel, and it was such a lovely experience! The "sense of goodness" you mention - it's such an integral part of Eomer, and I love it. I'm so glad you enjoyed it, and I do hope to write more soon! I'd put a healthy distance between myself and the books, but lately I've been rereading them and the inspiration is staggering, really. Thank you so much for your comments, they're so appreciated! :) -V.
Elflingimp · 16 March 2009 · Chapter 1: Sable Dawn
Aw! That was lovely! For the foal to be black was wonderful as the enemies of the Mark stole many of their black horses away. Hugs The Imp (sniffles)
Author's reply
I think Eomer would find it glorious and wonderfully symbolic, the birth of the first black foal of the stables of Meduseld that wasn't surrounded by a touch of fear - the fear that it would be stolen away. Thanks for taking the time to comment. :) -V.