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| Sons of Kings by jenolas | 5 Review(s) |
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| Nikara | Reviewed Chapter: 7 on 9/26/2004 |
| I like the way that you characterized Eldarion. He is still stubborn enough to get mad at his father about somewhat childish things, but he is able to see reason after he calms down. It shows that slowly but steadily he is maturing. Author Reply: Maturity and wisdom take time, and Eldarion has many years yet to gain these attributes. | |
| elliska | Reviewed Chapter: 7 on 9/25/2004 |
| Very well handled all the way around. Poor Aragorn. "I am not Elrond" indeed! That made me laugh. Fathers and their daughters are always great. Author Reply: After spending most of his life among men, it must be incredibly different for Aragorn to handle relationships with females of various ages, regardless of how much he loves them! | |
| souad | Reviewed Chapter: 7 on 9/25/2004 |
| Keep update this story, it is very good!!! Author Reply: thanks, I will. | |
| Dot | Reviewed Chapter: 7 on 9/25/2004 |
| Ouch. Aragorn and Arwen really don’t have it easy with their children! I really felt for Eldarion, especially when he begins to realise that it’s not just that he won’t get his wish but that this is just the start of his assumption of more duties as well as the fact that he will be separated from his best friend. I don’t blame him for being angry and disappointed but I can see why Aragorn would be just as disappointed that his son and heir reacted so immaturely. You did a great job of showing both sides. Aragorn’s question about Eldarion spoiling his friend’s joyous news is positively Legolas-esque. It was a good approach, and took Eldarion out of his misery to see beyond his own disappointment. Of course, as expected, he cheered up at the prospect of visiting the elves. It must be some bit exciting for him to ride there complete with Royal Guard. Still… Eldarion will have to learn to accept his duties without being bribed like a small child. Poor Maerrin too. I thought Aragorn came across as a very good father in this chapter but I had to laugh at his total bewilderment when told of his daughters’ tears. “[…]you, my love are now a ‘mean old King’.” LOL! It’s just so sweet how loyal Janiel is to both of her siblings, even if it means being angry with her father. Eldarion is so mature when dealing with his sisters. I think it’s there that we can really glimpse the person he will become; he just needs time to accept the restrictions and responsibilities placed on him. As they grow older, his friends probably have more freedom while he seems to have less. I guess he’ll eventually reach acceptance but in the meantime it’s fascinating to watch the poor guy’s struggle! :-) Author Reply: The trip to Ithilien does seem like a bribe, but Eldarion would have been sent there regardless because it really is his place to go, as he will no doubt come to realise. Janiel is very defensive of her older brother, and adores him. Children will 'gang up' on their parents if the mood strikes and I agree that learning to deal with people is an important part of being a king (or heir to the throne). | |
| daw the minstrel | Reviewed Chapter: 7 on 9/25/2004 |
| Aragorn handled that very well! He's an excellent father. I liked the fact that you showed him groping around trying to figure out what was best to do though. That was certainly realistic, judging from my experience as a parent. Author Reply: Being a parent is certainly very much a 'learn as you go' experience, as Aragorn and Arwenare finding out, and of course they have the advantage of Elrond as an excellent role model. | |