Elvenhome by Soledad
galathil · 6 October 2012 · Chapter 39: Epilogue
Dear Soledad: A question have you finished Elevnhome and when are you going to write your next story? I can't wait for a new one. I like your work.LOL Galathil
Author's reply
Yes, the first part is finished now - thank you for reminding me to change the story status. I'm planning to continue with "Emissary of the Mark" during picowrimo's November session - I hope to finish that one in another two or three chapters. Thanks for your interest. :)
Shemyaza · 30 May 2012 · Chapter 39: Epilogue
I am sad that this has ended because I've looked forward so much to each chapter as I am recovering from my own illness, but as a fellow writer, I feel you are right to end it while it's still blooming. I shall be delighted to pick up on your other pieces, I really do love your writing style so much. Please don't diappear again from the Tolkien writing scene, you were much missed.
Author's reply
Thank you! I'm so glad that you found some comfort in this tale while recovering - and special thanks for telling me, it makes all the work seem worthwhile. This story is very dear to me; after all, I have worked on it for ten years, even though there was a six-year-break in the middle. I didn't want to ruin it by forcing myself to go on with it. But there will be more, I promise. As for the other stories, summer holidays and picowrimo are coming up, both of which are very, very good for writing, so I'm hopeful. I never intended to stay away from this fandom, it was just so that my creative juices had run dry for a while. Hopefully, it won't happen again any time soon. Thanks for reading and reviewing,I'm looking forward to hearing from you again.
walkerskye · 29 May 2012 · Chapter 39: Epilogue
Im sorry to see the end of Elvenhome, its become one that I look forward to posts of on a regular basis. I will happily anticipate volume 2 and 3, as well as Mazarbul. Just keep writing! Your stories are a joy.
Author's reply
Tell me such things more often, and I'm sure the muse will be inspired to work overtime. :) I'm glad you liked the story. Thanks for telling me. Feedback and encouragement are the things that keep me going.
Fiondil · 29 May 2012 · Chapter 39: Epilogue
Well, I thoroughly enjoyed this story and look forward to when you pick it up again. I'm curious to see, not only how Celebrían deals with life in Aman proper, but also how well Aracáno and Elenwë have integrated themselves back into Elven society in the interim.
Author's reply
Thank you. I thought it would be better to end it here, while I still enjoyed working on it. We'll see when the sequel will come. I've got definite ideas about what will happen, but right now, a break seems necessary. Thank you for reading and for the support. It's very much appreciated.
someone · 29 May 2012 · Chapter 39: Epilogue
Thank you for writing this. I have followed it since you started updating again, and have enjoyed reading it. I'm already looking forward to the second part!
Author's reply
Well, that may take some time, but I already know what's going to happen - at least in vague outline. I'm glad you liked the story; thanks for leaving a review and letting me know.
UTfrog · 29 May 2012 · Chapter 39: Epilogue
Thank you so much for this engaging tale. While I wish you were continuing it at this time, I certainly understand your need to rest. I do want to thank you for "finishing" the tale rather than leaving it forever in progress. I much prefer a resolution and I like your plans. Again, thank you.
Author's reply
I wanted to come at least to a temporary closure; I felt that it would be better for the readers and the story itself. I've got too many unfinished WIPs already, and intend to pick up two of them during the upcoming picowrimo summer session. Thanks for reading and reviewing, I'm glad you enjoyed the tale.
Larner · 29 May 2012 · Chapter 39: Epilogue
well, for these learning is an important part of healing. May they find more joy in their stay!
Author's reply
It's been my experience that there's much healing in learning. Thanks, Larner. Now, to the Rohirrim and the Dwarves!
Anonymous · 29 May 2012 · Chapter 39: Epilogue
Awww, it's over? I was hoping to hear more tales! *is pouting like Aracáno* But I do understand what you mean about the muse dying, and I certainly hope that it will come back soon so you can write those other stories that you've mentioned. :) Thank you so much for sharing this story with us, it's been so wonderful and inspiring, and I'm sure I'm going to re-read it many times. :)
Author's reply
There will be more tales, I promise. It's just so that I felt I was slowly burning out, putting myself under pressure to "produce" a new chapter regularly. I already have ideas about the sequel, but I don't want to start anything new before I've made at least some headway with the other two stories. Which are about the Rohirrim and the Dwarves, respectivel. Thank you for reading and commenting faithfully, it has been a great time with you. :)
Fantasia · 21 May 2012 · Chapter 38: The Shaping of Ilsaluntë
Soledad, I enjoy this story so much. it is so magical, and can see the moon and the sun and their glorious creation. It is magic and logic at the same time, beautiful. Don't stop writing. So good to see Celebrian recovering. And Mahtan, what a powerful personality. I think that Celebrian could be good for them as well.
Author's reply
I have wanted to write something about Mahtan for so long, and the right story never came along - until now. I am glad you like him. And yes, Celebrían is recovering, although she still has a long way to go. Thanks for reading and commenting, it is very much appreciated.
Larner · 21 May 2012 · Chapter 38: The Shaping of Ilsaluntë
So imaginative a tale the Master wrought to first explain the vessels of sun and moon. I rejoice that she can at last dance again, and that even now her ability to love and know she IS loved sustains her.
Author's reply
Thanks, Larner, I'm so glad that you still enjoy this story, despite the fact that not much is actually happening in it. Celebrían is such an underused character, I enjoy writing her because she's not burdened with clichés and expectations.
Larner · 21 May 2012 · Chapter 37: The Taming of Fire
A fascinating tale. Alas for the hearts lost to the maiden of the Sun!
Author's reply
Nobody is safe from the matters of the hearts. *nodnod* Not even the Maiar.
Anonymous · 19 May 2012 · Chapter 38: The Shaping of Ilsaluntë
Aww, I think I'm as sad as Aracano that the tales of the sun and moon are over! I do hope Ilmare will get permission to talk more about them... I'm glad that Celebrain has started to heal as well! She deserves some happiness... Thank you for sharing, this chapter was delightful! :)
Author's reply
Oh, he will get some more stories, never fear! They're not leaving Tavrobel just yet. I'm glad you still enjoy this tale, thanks for the review. :)
Fiondil · 19 May 2012 · Chapter 38: The Shaping of Ilsaluntë
A lovely rendition of the making of the moon. Your description of the Rose of Silpion and the Ilsaluntë was most lyrical. I enjoyed this chapter very much and I'm glad to see Celebrían beginning to heal even though there are bound to be relapses until full healing is accomplished.
Author's reply
You cannot imagine the pain to rewrite the incredibly convulted descriptions of BoLT into a language that most people would understad and still not kill the mood of them! But again, perhaps you do. ;) I'm glad you liked the chapter; I was afraid that it sounded a bit outdated. Anyway, we're heading back to Celebrían's own time from now on (well, with the occasional tale told on the way), and I'm mightily relieved, I must admit. Thanks for reading and reviewing, I appreciate the support very much.
curiouswombat · 19 May 2012 · Chapter 0: Introduction
This may seem an odd review... it is to say that I haven't read the story. But this is because my own series has reached The West - the immigrants are trying to settle, and one of their points of reference is Celebrían - so I keep watching this growing, and promising myself that I will read it... later! It is a carrot I dangle in front of myself, so to speak.
Author's reply
Oh, believe me, I know all too well what it's like. That's why I don't dare to get close to Larner's "Stirring Rings", although I lover her writing very much. But there's also the danger of being influenced, and that's better to avoid, if one can. Now I'll have to read *your* story, as soon as this monstrosity is finished. You've made me very curious indeed - no pun intended. :)
Larner · 18 May 2012 · Chapter 36: Morwinyon & the Sins of the Fathers
Oh, how appropriate this conversation is! I find I enjoy it thoroughly, remembering how both daughter and son came to us one day to complain that we were favoring the other over each, at which time we called them together and indicated that it was obvious we were ignoring them equally, a distinction they didn't appreciate. I've always suspected that there was some warning, perhaps from Lorien or Ulmo, indicating to Elwing that she should avoid allowing Maedhros and Maglor to take possession of the Silmaril, perhaps for their own sake. Certainly it appears that Earendil needed it in order to fulfil his own quest, so allowing those two to take it would have condemned the Free Peoples to greater problems in the long run. But certainly Morwinyon and Elros and Elrond had reason to feel abandoned by their fathers.
Author's reply
Yes, I know that in the greater context the Silmaril was needed. It still doesn't excuse Elwing leaving her little sons to the questionable mercy of the Kinslayers, though; especially as she ought to remember how her brothers fared. But yeah, sibling rivalry is as old as Creation itself, I think.
Fiondil · 13 May 2012 · Chapter 37: The Taming of Fire
And it did cheer me up. Thanks. Like Aracáno, I'm impatient to hear the rest of the story. The version of the story from Book of Lost Tales is so completely different from what eventually was written later on. It's interesting to see how different it is and at the same time recognize many of the same motifs that found their way into canon.
Author's reply
Well, I'm glad that the cheering you up part worked. I had so much pain with this chapter, small wonder it took twice the time than usual to get it done. You are right: the BoLT version is very different, but - to be honest - I prefer its fairytale-like quality to the extreme dryness of the Silmarillion. Aracáno (and you) will get the end of the story soon, I promise. I just had to get a different storyteller for that. ;)
Anonymous · 12 May 2012 · Chapter 37: The Taming of Fire
Oh, I love Ilmare and Fionwe more and more each chapter they're in (please say they'll be in more!). I really want to hug Fionwe, it can't be easy for him at all. At least he has Ilmare - and Eonwe - to look after him and make sure he isn't lonely. I'm very curious as to who Aracáno loves as well... Looking forward to the next chapter! :)
Author's reply
Thank you! I'm very sorry for the delay, but the second half of the chapter simply didn't want to be written. I wanted it to be more than just some rewritten parts from BolT, hence the side tracks, but it wasn't easy. Fionwe indeed has his sister to comfort him, although in my corner of the Ardaverse Eonwe has been sitting in Mandos since the War of Wrath, trying to deal with his own trauma, so he's not much of a help right now. As for Aracáno - it will all be revealed in good time. ;)
Fantasia · 29 April 2012 · Chapter 36: Morwinyon & the Sins of the Fathers
Love this chapter! thank you. Someone to tell Maglor's famly how loved he was by elrond and how some people still were loyal to them. I shoul say thank Fiondil as well, you are really inspired now
Author's reply
Yes, Fiondil's stories are a great inspiration - and so are his comments. :) I'm glad you liked the new chapter. I wanted to do the Maglor thing for a long time, and this seemed the best opportunity to actually do so. Next we get the tale of the making of the Moon, I promise.
Fiondil · 28 April 2012 · Chapter 36: Morwinyon & the Sins of the Fathers
An interesting chapter on Maglor and the relationships between the various parties, past and present. By the way, you have Celebrían say that Curufin almost abducted Celeborn, but I think you meant his son, Celebrimbor. *grin* I was very happy to see this chapter now before I go back into hospital. Thanks for posting (though I know you didn't do it just for me *grin*).
Author's reply
Oh, I'd have readily put up the new chapter just for you, you know. :) I wish you a quick and complete recovery. Thanks for spotting the mistake. The Professor's name-giving methods are maddening: the names either begin the same way or end the same way. Grrrr!
Anonymous · 28 April 2012 · Chapter 36: Morwinyon & the Sins of the Fathers
Hmm, another interesting chapter! I love how you're mixing all the histories of the different Ages together and giving some new viewpoints on them. Poor Morwinyon, he must have had a difficult life, but I do like his mother very much - I hope Celebrían becomes good friends with them, and can share Elrond's memories of Maglor with them. :) I'm looking forward to the next chapter!
Author's reply
Morwinyon certainly had a difficult life, but I have the impression that he almost enjoys the role of the victim. He definitely needed a wake-up call. The funny thing is, I never intended to write him this way. These characers have a life on their own and regularly take over the plotline. ;))
Larner · 21 April 2012 · Chapter 35: I-kal'antúlien
A profound enough thought to end this story with. At least Aracano has heard the tale at last!
Author's reply
Better late than never, right? And yeah, everything does have its price.
Anonymous · 21 April 2012 · Chapter 35: I-kal'antúlien
Oh, yay, we finally had (most!) of the Tale of the Sun told! I can't wait to hear the Tale of the Moon... I don't think I've mentioned before, I love what you're doing to expand story of what is truly a momentous occasion in Middle-Earth's history, but which is passed by so quickly in the Silmarillion itself. And Ilmarë is wonderful, as always. :) Thank you for sharing this, I'm really looking forward to the next part!
Author's reply
Ilmare rocks, doesn't she? Just wait until she starts with the dirty laundry.*g* But honestly, most of this stuff is in the Lost Tales. I just rework it to fit the story, add the personal stuff, the discussions and all that, and make it a little more believable. In the original, the story is a lot more detailed, the style is more stilted, and the whole thing is given in one merciless downpour, you see.
Fiondil · 21 April 2012 · Chapter 35: I-kal'antúlien
Well, finally! Though we still have to hear about the Moon. I think Aracáno was about ready to scream and do terrible things to certain people with all the interruptions and sidetracking that went on. Reborn are not the most patient of people after all. *grin*
Author's reply
Well, he did his fair share of interrupting, too, so he's in no condition to complain, I'd say. Yeah, the Moon is the next part - complete with the gossip about Fionwe's doomed love, unless the muse resists. *g* Thanks for the review, I really appreciate it.
Larner · 18 April 2012 · Chapter 34: Hero or Villain?
Nice to see the story advancing, and to see Celebrian receiving direct therapy for the terrible hurts she took before being forced to sail west. And love the debate about Turin--he did manage to botch things up as much as he helped them. But, as was pointed out, he HAD been cursed!
Author's reply
A convenient excuse, isn't it? But in the end, that's all it is: an excuse. Many other people had terrible fates in the First Age, but not all of them have become self-absorbed maniacs, slaying people without reason or consideration, just because they were in a foul mood. But yes, I was so happy to find a way to bring limpë into play, after so many chapters. I was starting to despair if I'll ever manage to do so.
Fantasia · 15 April 2012 · Chapter 34: Hero or Villain?
Like the other ones, I don't know what to think about Turin. It is like those tragic greek heroes, so brave but always making wrong decisions. Well, nothing is black and white and I think that Turin is a very bright grey shade. Finally, the soon and the moon tale. I And everybody interrupting, those elves can't listening in silence....
Author's reply
Personally, I despise Túrin more than every other character from the Silmarillion, with the possible exception of Morgoth and Sauron. Making the wrong decisions is one thing; slaying good, decent people who have nursed you back to health selflessly is an entirely different one. Frankly, I cannot understand what he could possibly have done to earn Beleg's unwavering loyalty, or what Findulias saw in him. As for the Elves interrupting - perhaps they could listen in silence, but if they did, then there would be loooong, boring chunks of tale that would make the reader fall asleep, so I use them to bring a little more life into the scene, the poor things. ;)) Thanks for reading and reviewing. I'm glad you still like the story.