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| The Heir Apparent by Mirkwoodmaiden | 5 Review(s) |
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| Nurayy | Reviewed Chapter: 12 on 5/15/2021 |
| I loved to see Estel with their brothers leaning from them. But anit is with a child, they also learned something, that they have to be very careful of what they say. Fortunately for all, little Estel will recover and they will all learnt their lesson. Loved how you showed Elrond so caring and patient, and explaining so well. He is teaching such important things for life. And you show how a good father he is to Estel. Author Reply: Nurayy! It is a bit of a learning for the twins as well. They haven't had a such young one who is so impressionable around in a very long time. I definitely envision Elrond being one of those fathers who wants to yell but somehow manages to keep his temper and speak to his miscreant child to teach him...not matter how much he may have wanted to yell! :-) I don't know if you noticed but Gil-gilath was the only one who is not completely charmed by Estel. LOL! BTW. Chapter 13 of Destiny's Child is posted, should you want to peruse the chapter! Hope you are well! ((hugs)) MM | |
| Larner | Reviewed Chapter: 12 on 3/28/2020 |
| I have Aragorn naming his new steed Carnaxio, or RedBone, for a similar reason. A painful lesson, but a necessary one. Author Reply: Larner! Most definitely. A ten-year old Estel needs to understand the difference between necessary risk and vainglorious action. And Elladan and Elrohir need to understand that Estel idolizes them and will take to heart whatever they say and will always copy their actions. Thanks for taking the time to read and write! MM | |
| Larner | Reviewed Chapter: 12 on 11/8/2005 |
| Lesson learned, even if from experience. And all three sons are reproved and grow as a result. | |
| Dot | Reviewed Chapter: 12 on 12/7/2004 |
| Hiya. I’m finally getting around to it! Apologies again… You know, I love the idea of the twins taking the time to train Estel. They’re very encouraging too and I imagine it must reassure him somewhat to know that even they weren’t always as good with a bow as they are now. Elladan and Elrohir play off each other wonderfully – you write them so well. Although, I did cringe during the horse story, having a little inkling that perhaps it wasn’t the greatest idea to share such escapades with a ten-year-old boy! I laughed at Elladan nudging Elrohir to remind him of that fact. LOL at ‘Snowdrop’too. I loved that little glimpse into Elrond’s sense of humour! The description of how much of a handful Estel is was great. I can just imagine him getting into anything and everything. You create such a vivid image of this vibrant little boy and even though he does get into scrapes, it’s still wonderful to see him so full of life. The unspoken messages passing between the adults around him really made me smile. Teensy question, if you don’t mind – why is Elrond referred to as a ‘Sindarin Lord’. I’ve just never seen him called anything like that anywhere else and I was wondering why Gilraen sees him that way. I really liked the little comparison between Elrond and Gilraen, that they’ve both lost someone and had to learn to live with that pain. I think they could be good for each other. Gilraen certainly seems to get strength from his presence and I suppose he might gain some comfort from what she brings to the household as well as from the unquestioning love of her son. I almost couldn’t bear to read the part with the horse! There was just no way that was going to end well for poor Estel. I guess he’s just at the age where he feels that he must prove himself and it can’t be made easier by the fact that he must sometimes feel he has to live up to the standards of the elves, something he’ll never attain but he may not have fully realised that yet. That scene with Elrond was fantastic. He must have been horrified and then he has to not only help Estel and hide his alarm but deal with a panicked mother as well. I just love the way he takes control, despite his worry. What a great person to have around in a crisis! It seems too that this little incident has really brought home to Elrond how much he has come to love the child. That moment of realisation was so touching. Aren’t you clever to fit in the White Council! I’d never have realised that, me being absolutely terrible with dates. It’s a good reminder of the events that are taking place beyond the protection of Imladris in the world into which Estel will venture. I actually felt quite bad for Elladan and Elrohir when they were told about Estel. After all, they genuinely didn’t think he’d do anything like that. Still, I suppose it’s made them realise how Estel sees them and has probably made them more aware of how much influence they have over him. I thought Elrohir explained it to Estel very well, and of course Elrond is as wise as ever in what he says to him. It must indeed be hard for them to watch him take pointless risks when they know that danger is likely to be in Estel’s future anyway unless times drastically change. It’s quite sad, really, to see them trying to protect him and all the while knowing that he’s beginning to leave childhood behind already and cannot forever remain in their protection. But for now he’s just so lucky in the family he has and the love they give him. Great chapter as always. And now on to the next one…!:-) | |
| daw the minstrel | Reviewed Chapter: 12 on 12/1/2004 |
| I loved it when Elladan elbowed Elrohir to make him say that riding Elrond's horse was, "of course," the wrong thing to do! Also, "Snowdrop" was a hoot! That does sound like an Elrond with a smart sense of humor. There's a story on the site somewhere (I think it's called "Toy Story") that talks about how Estel's time in Imladris was different from that of the other heirs of Isildur because he didn't know who he was and also because he was younger when he came. I thought that was an interesting notion and it fits well with what you have Elrond feeling too. Elrond's explanation of the difference between bravery and recklessness was right on. Author Reply: Daw! I have a lot of fun writing Elladan and Elrohir! They flow through the keyboard and are so easy to write! Also I wanted to further strengthen the relationship between Estel and them. I think it was a very important one because I don't imagine there were any Elfings in Rivendell at the time Estel was growing up there. Also I wanted section where Elrond and Estel were sharing father and son moments. I have read some really good ones and want to do the relationship justice! I'll check out that story you talk about. It sounds like it would be worth a look. Thanks for always reading and reviewing. It is really appreciated. MM Author Reply: Daw! I have a lot of fun writing Elladan and Elrohir! They flow through the keyboard and are so easy to write! Also I wanted to further strengthen the relationship between Estel and them. I think it was a very important one because I don't imagine there were any Elfings in Rivendell at the time Estel was growing up there. Also I wanted section where Elrond and Estel were sharing father and son moments. I have read some really good ones and want to do the relationship justice! I'll check out that story you talk about. It sounds like it would be worth a look. Thanks for always reading and reviewing. It is really appreciated. MM | |