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| There's Nothing I Want More by Pervinca | 1 Review(s) |
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| Dreamflower | Reviewed Chapter: Prologue on 8/14/2004 |
| I suppose you don't often get reviews for Author's Notes, but I just had to comment. "Orlando" is a perfectly good name for a hobbit--JRRT often used Frankish names for his hobbits, and "Orlando" is from "Roland" of the famous Frankish epic. I almost named my hobbit Rolly Banks "Orlando" and then chickened out because of worrying about people thinking it would be for Orlando Bloom. Also, I thought that he was probably not of a high enough status for that name. So I adapted Roland to Rollin. Good for you for having the courage to use it! The other thing is your use of Jane Austen elements. I often think there is something Regency-like in Shire society. I had that in mind when I did the Ball for Reckoning. I find it very appropriate, and I think that JRRT might have been flattered, though I am afraid I don't know his opinion of Miss Austen's work. I don't usually read WIPs, but I will definitely be keeping an eye on this one. Author Reply: I've had a couple of reviews on Author's notes - mainly from Pippinfan, lol. Yes, I really have no shame when it comes to naming my hobbits - I have another OC named Vigo - another name which I ressurected from HoME. JRRT used Frankish names did he? Well, that's good to know. I have a bit of a time coming up with names for male OCs - and as such I usually have more female OCs. Good to see I'm not the only one drawing upon Austen's work. I was actually reminded of your story when I saw the Balls. I had only recently started writing LotR fanfiction when I first read "Pride and Prejudice" (and watched the series), so my original Eglantine was somewhat based upon Mrs. Bennett, though slightly less silly! I have a good idea of where this story is headed. The only trouble is finding the time to write. - Pervinca | |