Lindelea
· 2 April 2014
· Chapter 2: Musings on the Doorstep
Oh, how I love Balin! (And grieve the manner of his passing once more... but that is some time in the future, and so I will concentrate on enjoying him in the "present moment".)
I love his thoughtful dissection of Thorin's sentence! It makes so much sense, even as it's all wrong!
And the way you draw the relationship between him and Thorin -- Thorin is very blessed to have such a cousin.
Author's reply
I'm enjoying dear Balin in the 'present moment' as well. Thank you for letting me know that these characters ring true here. I do believe Balin would speak to Thorin from the heart.
LavenderTook
· 1 April 2014
· Chapter 2: Musings on the Doorstep
Of course you write a great Balin. I could hear their conversation clearly. (-:
Author's reply
What a nice compliment! Thank you. :)
Fiondil
· 1 April 2014
· Chapter 2: Musings on the Doorstep
Oh Shirebound, I could so see this scene, especially as played by the two Dwarves in question. This was priceless, especially Balin's misinterpretation of why Bilbo has "never done an honest day's work in his life". LOL! But his character is so true to himself and I loved the end. It was good to hear Thorin laugh.
Author's reply
Thank you so much! I'm so glad to know that the characters ring true. I'm greatly enjoying these little scenes, and am nearly finished with the next one.
layne
· 1 April 2014
· Chapter 2: Musings on the Doorstep
“Re-stock his larder, which we have sorely depleted!”
I bet that was indeed what Bilbo did first thing when he got back home!
Author's reply
*grins* I think so, too.
Linda Hoyland
· 30 March 2014
· Chapter 2: Musings on the Doorstep
This was just delightful!
Author's reply
Thank you! *beams*
Larner
· 30 March 2014
· Chapter 2: Musings on the Doorstep
A wonderful blend of movie- and book-verse Balin here. He was right not to dismiss the apparent youth of their reluctant host, but if Thorin underestimates Bilbo somewhat, Balin overestimates him.
Author's reply
Balin showed his confidence in Bilbo -- or at least not as much suspicion of him -- several times in The Hobbit -- such as when he was the only dwarf willing to enter the mountain with Bilbo through the hidden door -- and it was fun to anticipate that a bit.
Larner
· 30 March 2014
· Chapter 1: By Hearth-light
Again, such a vivid glimpse at the natures of both Bilbo and Thorin.
Author's reply
Thank you so much for reviewing here as well. I really enjoyed expanding on this scene.
Andrea
· 30 March 2014
· Chapter 2: Musings on the Doorstep
“Of course he would not be entirely honest. He is a burglar, after all.”
LOL! He is indeed a little misled, but he does his best to convince Thorin that Bilbo is the right person for the job. From my POV Balin was from the beginning on Bilbo's best friend among the dwarves.
PS: Happy belated birthday to you and many happy returns :-)
Author's reply
Thank you, Andrea. What a joy that no matter how many birthdays come and go, I continue to be inspired by hobbits. And to have folks with whom to share these wee tales... that's the best part of all.
Balin does seem very supportive of Bilbo in the book, and it was fun to expand on that a little bit.
addie71
· 30 March 2014
· Chapter 2: Musings on the Doorstep
I enjoyed listening in on this conversation between Balin and Thorin. It's interesting hearing their thoughts on Mr. Baggins. I'm glad you are continuing on with this.
Author's reply
You'd be amazed at how many of my stories were written by "listening in on conversations". I'm really pleased you're enjoying these snippets. *beams*
Dreamflower
· 30 March 2014
· Chapter 2: Musings on the Doorstep
Utterly delightful! I always loved Balin!
Author's reply
Thank you! He always seemed so fond of Bilbo. :)
Garnet Took
· 30 March 2014
· Chapter 2: Musings on the Doorstep
I really like this little scene. Balin was my favorite dwarf and I always knew that he was fond of Bilbo, but to see him so supportive, if a little misguided, in the face of Thorin's doubts is wonderful.
Author's reply
Thank you. I really like Balin as well; he seems very wise and kind.
Grey Wonderer
· 29 March 2014
· Chapter 1: By Hearth-light
Ooooo, I love this gift of sight that Thorin has. Very interesting! And it's such fun to think of Bilbo as so young and just starting his adventures. Great beginning!
Author's reply
Thank you! I'm only writing small stories now, but they bring me just as much joy as the longer ones.
Lindelea
· 28 March 2014
· Chapter 1: By Hearth-light
Oh, I like this glimpse of Bilbo through Thorin's true seeing. True seeing, indeed, truer than even Bilbo knows! (Though obviously Gandalf knows...) (Is 'true seeing' canon or fanon? It's been awhile since I read up on the dwarves.)
Author's reply
Thank you. The 'true seeing' as a gift of the royal line of Durin is my own invention.
Fiondil
· 26 March 2014
· Chapter 1: By Hearth-light
Whoohoo! Another story from you! This promises to be very interesting. Love the descriptions in this chapter and Thorin's thought process as he rethinks Bilbo's worth. Looking forward to more, Shirebound. Getting to read another tale from you is definitely the highlight of my week so far.
Author's reply
What a lovely compliment! Your kind comments really made my day, and I'm so pleased you like this premise. I enjoy getting into the heads of these characters.
Andrea
· 26 March 2014
· Chapter 1: By Hearth-light
Very nice! That must have been one of the first times when Bilbo's Tookish side suddenly took hold of him. It is good that Thorin was aware of it, too.
Author's reply
Thank you! I love seeing hobbits through the eyes of other races. I'm looking forward to writing additional scenes.