The Abduction of Éomer, King of Rohan by Lialathuveril
Virtuella · 1 April 2010 · Chapter 5: Chapter 5
I like the birds. :D Kingfishers are lovely. Morooned on an island by the incoming tide? Funny, I've just written that in my original story.
Author's reply
Yes, I like kingfishers too! As for being marooned on an island by the tide, I was thinking of 'Black Eyes' at the time. Although being marooned with Amrothos is probably not as much fun as being marooned with Eomer!
Virtuella · 1 April 2010 · Chapter 4: Chapter 4
Ahahaha, I can see that we're set up for a stormy courtship!
Virtuella · 1 April 2010 · Chapter 3: Chapter 3
Hmm, and whatever makes me think that the head will *not* belong to her brother...? The scene takes a good deal of suspension of disbelief, but we let you have that Lia. ;-)
Author's reply
LOL. I think the whole story asks for a willing suspension of disbelief! However, it's very difficult to come up with a way in which a young woman can abduct a grown warrior. And I never claimed this was anything but pure frivolity ;-)
Fantasia · 1 April 2010 · Chapter 11: Chapter 11
Hi Lia, I'm glad that your hand is getting better. I really liked the scene of Lothy running and her struggles with that minor lord. It was very real. Of course, Leona acting as a real Knight was perfect. I know that the Prince is very worry about her, but at some point he had to understand that he puts her in danger too, with all those hunters after her. I have been thinking what are they doing about Eomer, is anyone looking for him too? If a Princess and a King disappear, you will think that both kingdoms will assume that they were kidnapped by enemies, but they only talk about a princess sailing away, and Eomer? Happy Easter and enjoy and rest. Get well! .
Author's reply
Hello Fantasia, I believe Imrahil just acted out of worry and did not think his offer through. He did stipulate he wanted her back 'safe and unhurt', but unfortunately Corethir wanted more than just the reward. And it's very strange that nobody is looking for Eomer, isn't it? I wonder what's going on at Cormallen? Sorry for teasing you, but it will all come out very soon ;-) Happy Easter! Lia
Virtuella · 1 April 2010 · Chapter 2: Chapter 2
Now, I'm curious as to what that plan is. The older man, I assume, is Erkenbrandt? Well done for including details about the catering,all those people will of course have to be fed!
Author's reply
Yes, the burly one is Erkenbrand - you know I like him ;-)
Virtuella · 1 April 2010 · Chapter 1: Chapter 1
Hey, at long last I'm getting round to this! You never fail to entertain me. Sneaky Eomer to check out a prospective bride in this manner. ;-)
Author's reply
Hello Virtuella, wow, you've been busy reading and reviewing! I'm pleased to hear you find the story entertaining and thanks for letting me know what you make of it. I'm just still taking it easy with my hand (or trying to...), so I hope you'll forgive me if I keep my replies short. Lia
Elflingimp · 31 March 2010 · Chapter 11: Chapter 11
Oh,just lovely! I knew someone was gonna catch up with them and whats up with Corethir thinking he's gonna be Lotheriel's husband, what a scum bucket, hope Lotheys okay, exciting chapter with much action in it. Hugs The Imp
Author's reply
Hello Elfingimp, Yes, Corethir is a right scumbucket, isn't he! However, don't worry, he's about to get his just deserts. He was warned after all. Happy Easter! Lia
Radbooks · 24 March 2010 · Chapter 10: Chapter 10
Ah, there are all kinds of consequences for her actions!! Things Lothiriel never even considered when she decided to run away. I'm glad that she's having to face those consequences because she's in a position where almost everything she does is scrutinized by others - not just her family - but all of the people. I like it! :) Thanks so much and please be gentle with your hand. As much as I want to read the next chapter right away (like tonight!), I would much rather you take care of yourself so it isn't further damaged.
demeter d · 24 March 2010 · Chapter 10: Chapter 10
Oh, ho! "Wild Daughter", indeed! And our Lothy is becoming sort of a suffragette heroine? My, my! And the power of words shows the differences in their cultures rather clearly here. What she calls from the Gondorian noble society's point of view "a string of mistresses", Eomer calls simply "infidelity". In the scene in "The Two Towers" when the three grey cloaked hunters rise out of the grass in front of him, Eomer says that the men of Rohan do not lie. I would extend that to trustworthiness in keeping their vows, as well. And he has tried to work up to telling her TWICE now. But I do not think she would believe him at this point! He has dropped so many little clues, his knowledge of "Eomer King would like this or that"...and "the bed in the royal chamber is huge"...No, I think it will have to come from one of her family calling him by name in front of her. Or perhaps Aragorn gives a state dinner to celebrate her safe return, and Eomer makes a grand entrance, announced by a herald! Something quite public and embarrassing! And now, are Lotheriel and Leona going to be the girl's public witnesses in front of the Prince of Ithilien? His cousin and his brother-in-law might be considered to have a little influence with him? Do take care of your hand.
Elflingimp · 24 March 2010 · Chapter 10: Chapter 10
Very nice chapter and very entertaining, I love the couple they don't even have a clue who they are with! I still wish Eomer would just tell her before some trouble happens or someone catchs up with them. Hugs The Imp P.S. I hope your hand will start feeling better soon.
Linda Hoyland · 23 March 2010 · Chapter 9: Chapter 9
What a great team they make! another enjoyable chapter. I hope your hand is soon better.
whitewave · 23 March 2010 · Chapter 9: Chapter 9
Feel quite sorry for the hapless Amrothos...how guilty he must feel. Anyway, it's very obvious that both our protagonists are very hesitant to part with one another. Loved the "Cabbage Queen"!
whitewave · 23 March 2010 · Chapter 8: Chapter 8
Laughed out loud while I was reading Lothy's childhood victory over her older brother. At least Leona has an idea what he will be up against when he finally confesses everything to her.
whitewave · 23 March 2010 · Chapter 7: Chapter 7
Loved the "sticky" situations you put Lothy and Leona in. My favorite for this chapter was when she asked him if he wants to claim the reward--will he? LOL.
galimeril · 18 March 2010 · Chapter 9: Chapter 9
Gah, thwarted again! Sheesh, you've got it in for Eomer! I hope your hand feels better! Galimeril ;D
a reader · 18 March 2010 · Chapter 9: Chapter 9
This is a great story! But tell the truth, I'm starting to feel sorry for her father (and for those who are looking for Eomer, if they don't know where he is) :D. I hope you get well soon!
demeter d · 17 March 2010 · Chapter 9: Chapter 9
Oh, definitely do not worry about answering every review. I am sure I speak for all of your readers when I say "just get better so you can continue this!" From the sweet, wistful note of the last one, his "I will make it right, you should marry for love," to the excitement of almost being discovered by her father's FLAGSHIP with her brother in charge this is just to good to stop yet! I do wonder, tho, how she will react when they appear at her home or Minas Tirith and someone recognizes Eomer?
FantasyFan · 16 March 2010 · Chapter 8: Chapter 8
I am enjoying this incarnation of Eomer and Lothiriel very much. But I can't help but keep thinking of what must be going on back at the camp. Not only has Lothiriel disappeared, which must be terrifying to her father and brother, but Eomer has disappeared as well, which ought to be terrifying to the entire nation of Rohan! Can they put it together from the clues? Or has Eomer managed to get word to them that he/they are safe, from the village they stopped at? Either way, there's going to be a lot of 'splainin to do!
Author's reply
Hello FantasyFan, yes, I'm sure the camp at Cormallen is quite busy! However, since the story is told from Lothiriel's point-of-view we won't find out till she does, which will be a little later. As for Léona sending word to her father, he has actually given his word not to do so, it was one of Lothiriel's conditions to let him get in the boat ;-) Thanks for reviewing. Lia
galimeril · 12 March 2010 · Chapter 8: Chapter 8
Oh you evil author, just when it was getting even better you leave me to hang from the cliff as it were! Such an enjoyable tale and very creative at that! Beautifully written, I think I'm going to enjoy however you manage to reveal 'Leona!' Galimeril ;D
Author's reply
Hello Galimeril, you should know me by now, being an 'evil author' is second nature to me! And you might enjoy how the truth comes out, but perhaps Léona and Lothiriel won't... Still, it will take a little longer anyway ;-) Thanks for reviewing! Lia
Radbooks · 10 March 2010 · Chapter 8: Chapter 8
This is such a fun story! She's going to be so mad... embarrassed? when she finds out who he is. :) I can't wait to find out... and yet I don't want the story to end too soon! Thanks for writing and sharing this with us.
Author's reply
Hello Radbooks, there are still a few more chapters to go and a few more twists in this tale until she finds out, although we're past the middle of the story by now. But she won't be pleased... Thanks for reviewing! Lia
hell_kat121 · 10 March 2010 · Chapter 8: Chapter 8
Oh I love this story!! She poisoned her brothers wine, attempts to kidnap him and now we find out that she has burned his boat in the past! Excellent! I like this girl! Horrible spot to stop at though, why'd he freeze? Did he hear something or did it occur to him he'd already crossed her and she just doesn't know it yet?
Author's reply
Hello hell_kat, I agree this Lothiriel has turned out rather wild, but then that's the kind of woman it takes to abduct a king. As for why he froze, yes, it dawned on him that he has already crossed her and perhaps he should worry about what she'll do to him when the truth comes out ;-) Thanks for reviewing! Lia
Linda Hoyland · 10 March 2010 · Chapter 8: Chapter 8
Utterly delightful! I laughed out loud at times and it is always fun knowing something the characters(Or rather Lothiriel) don't!
Author's reply
Hello Linda, yes, I really enjoy playing with the different levels of knowledge in this piece. It's what makes writing this so much fun. Thanks for reviewing! Lia
Fantasia · 10 March 2010 · Chapter 8: Chapter 8
"Léona broke down with helpless laughter. “Remind me never to cross you!” Then suddenly he sobered" I guess that he is contemplating what will happen to him when she find out. She will be cross with him, no doubt. Well, he got a fair warning. Wonderful chapter, waiting for more. Thank you
Author's reply
Hello Fantasia, yes, it's slowly dawning on Léona that he's got a tiger by the tail here! But like you said, he got fair warning, and also he's got nobody to blame but himself, really. Thanks for reviewing! Lia
Linda Hoyland · 6 March 2010 · Chapter 7: Chapter 7
Eomer is so brave and clever. I can see they fancy each other but would never admit it. An exciting chapter.
Author's reply
Hello Linda, you are of course right that they're warming to each other. Unfortunately a simple courier from Rohan is far beneath a Princess of Dol Amroth ;-) Thanks for reviewing! Lia
Fantasia · 3 March 2010 · Chapter 7: Chapter 7
Well, they are getting close, aren't they? She was very close to get caught for those ruffians. Luckily, she has Leona as bodyguard and for comfort too. I can't wait to see her reaction when she knows his true identity. Waiting for more...Thank you
Author's reply
Hello Fantasia, yes, a couple of close escapes in this chapter! Maybe Léona's services will help to tip the scales in his favour when the truth (eventually...) comes out - or maybe not ;-) Thanks for reviewing! Lia