Of Cabbages and Elves by Kitt Otter
Noleme · 8 April 2015 · Chapter 3: Roots and Seeds
Aww, what a pity this story is seemingly on hiatus. You don't come across well-written mystery fanfics too often these days. I'd have liked to see the plot unfold further. Ah well... Good read, though, even as a cliffhanger!
Author's reply
It is not a forever hiatus! It’s on the to-do list. Thanks for showing interest… pokes like these are appreciated. :)
Conquistadora · 19 May 2014 · Chapter 3: Roots and Seeds
Very well written and easily read! (Sometimes it's hard to enjoy a fic you can't help but beta as you read it.) Your tone was excellent, and I'd love to see this plot continued. :)
Author's reply
Thank you for your kind words! The story /will/ be finished, slowly but surely. The author just needs to be kicked sometimes; this counts as a kick. ;)
Elrothiel the Golden Lady · 18 December 2013 · Chapter 3: Roots and Seeds
This is a cute story! I hope to see more of it soon :) Ah Sam <3
Author's reply
Thank you! Sam is a lovely person to work with. :)
Larner · 15 December 2013 · Chapter 3: Roots and Seeds
Most interesting turn of events, I must say! I hope that they learn soon what happened to the Chubb youth, and why Lily was searching the stable!
Author's reply
Thanks, Larner! Three more chapters I have allotted to this -- Sam better find a way to wrap things up! heh!
Holbytla · 7 December 2011 · Chapter 2: Hundreds and Hundreds
I hope you continue this story. You do a great job of portraying the warmth of the Gamgee household and have me very much in suspense about what Gimli and Leogas are up to! It's fun to find a story that has so many of my favorite characters. I also want to find out what happens to young Frodo, now that he's decided elves and dwarves are only make-believe!
Author's reply
I really want to get back into this story. There’s a lot I want to find out too. :) If only the time spent in fanfiction could count toward credit hours! Thank you so much!
Rose Gamgee · 2 December 2010 · Chapter 2: Hundreds and Hundreds
I think you've perfectly captured how I picture the Gamgee family at this point! I love how you've portrayed Sam, as a mayor and a father. You have such a charming and engaging writing style: I'm quite intrigued by Legolas and Gimli's "surprise" and definitely looking forward to finding out more! (Hehe, doggie-Legolas reminds me of my parents' mastiff. Doesn't quite realize how big she is, and only wants to shower everyone with love!)
Author's reply
I don’t have a lot of experience with dogs, brazen cat person that I am… H’m, but you know, I do picture Leg-doggie as a little bit of a mastiff and a dash of shepherd. :) The Gamgees are borrowed from a friend’s fic. He’s got a splendid skill for portraying families. My imitations can’t measure up to his, but if they’re at least not coming out flat, I’m glad. Thank you for your kind review! I hope the impending holiday season is treating you well. :)
Erulisse (one L) · 28 November 2010 · Chapter 2: Hundreds and Hundreds
"Just hang on" is exactly what you've got me doing with this tale. You are putting this together with a true understanding for the characters involved and are fleshing out Sam and Rosie's wonderful family in full. I will look forward to the next chapter. - Erulisse (one L)
Author's reply
I like to work with the Gamgees. The family is drawn from memories of my little brothers back when they were little, but that’s (usually!) fun territory to revisit… :P Thank you again! I appreciate your comments! :)
Dreamflower · 28 November 2010 · Chapter 2: Hundreds and Hundreds
What a wonderfully promising and enchanting hobbit-tale! I always love stories in which the Elf and Dwarf come to visit the Shire, and this one has both a delightful and mysterious beginning! I am wondering if the missing young hobbit may have something to do with Frodo-lad's odd mood? And Sam's right. His oldest is going to find it an uphill climb to deny Legolas and Gimli to their faces! And I am eager to find out what the Secret, er, I mean, Surprise is; and *very* eager to see the reunion with Merry and Pippin (the elders)!
Author's reply
I’m fond of Shire-visiting stories too mainly because L and G’s goodbye in RotK never satisfied me. Ahh, I shall keep zip about Frodo-lad…Big Merry and Pippin are not scheduled to appear for some chapters, but there will be some leak on the Secret between now and then… ;) Thank you, Dreamflower!
AzureSkye · 28 November 2010 · Chapter 2: Hundreds and Hundreds
Wow, I think that chapter made me breathless. Too. many. hobbit. children. Very breathless. I liked Legolas being Rose-lass's servant forever, which is around 100 years. Too cute! How old is Frodo? He seems like a human teen. Legolas and Gimli out eating hobbits...I didn't think that was possible! Last line made me laugh, "hang on and don't look." So true....Anyway, good chapter, and I hope you get on it and write the next one!
Author's reply
Just looking at the Gamgee family tree makes me breathless… no, I don’t know how Rosie and Sam so it. Frodo’d be about 10; never too young for teenage moodiness… or at least that’s what I recall… :P Thank you! Getting on it… ;)
Larner · 28 November 2010 · Chapter 2: Hundreds and Hundreds
A delightful evening, I must say, although I grieve that Frodo-lad has refused to believe in Dwarves and Elves lately. Now, to come face to face with the real things! And the lads on the Row--they will be forced to come around now, as has been pointed out.
Author's reply
Yes, Frodo’s having peer-pressure trouble right now, though one must admit his dad’s adventures were little fantastical... Thank you, Larner! :)
Larner · 28 November 2010 · Chapter 1: Upon a Night Both Dark and Stormy
Beautiful domestic moment here as they greet Gimli! And I love his reaction to the realisation that the dog is named Legolas! Truly wonderful!
UTfrog · 27 November 2010 · Chapter 1: Upon a Night Both Dark and Stormy
Great story beginning. May I hope that two Legolases collided?
Author's reply
Ah, yes, that's be a safe hope. ;) Oo Legolases! That is fun to say. :D Thank you for reading.
Erulisse (one L) · 27 November 2010 · Chapter 1: Upon a Night Both Dark and Stormy
This is delightful. I really needed something uplifting and humerous this morning and you came through for me in spades. Thank you. I anxiously await further chapters in this tale. - Erulisse (one L)
Author's reply
I hope it can keep light enough! Hobbits seem to naturally bend toward humor so I think it should… :D The next chapter should be up by Sunday. Thank you for reading! Have a nice weekend. :)
AzureSkye · 26 November 2010 · Chapter 1: Upon a Night Both Dark and Stormy
Well, I must say I was giggling hysterically at the end. I like your portrayal of Sam as mayor, I think your quite right in assuming most of the letters he gets have to do with gardening! I take it we'll be seeing something more of Adulfus Chubb. Nice little mystery sandwiched between letter writing and canine Legolas. :) and unless I'm mistaken the real Legolas has just met his namesake.... Can't wait for more!
Author's reply
At the peril of spoiling it, yes I believe Legolas has… :D Heh, I think the hobbits of the Shire are more impressed with Sam’s gardening prowess than his world-saving deeds. And I’m sure humble Sam’s just fine by that. :) The next chapter is written… the rest who knows; I’ve been shamefully slow with this story. Thank you for reading!