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| Masquerade by Elendiari22 | 7 Review(s) |
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| Nimloth Bradamante | Reviewed Chapter: 13 on 6/12/2005 |
| Woooooow! First I'd like to make it clear that I NEVER read fanfics more than a thousand or so words long. Or if I do, I ABSOLUTELY never read works in progress. That said, I have to admit that this story sucked me in and kept me there. (I'm a sucker for masquerades ever since Phantom of the Opera, I'm afraid). I have loved every minute of this work. You are truly far above the norm for fanfic writers. You write with incredible ease. Your story flows well. You have actually managed to write a plot which is moderately scary, which is unpredictable and 'more'-ish. You simply can't get that with most fanfics. This is the best fanfic I have ever read. I love so much about it. I was mentally 'squee'-ing while Eomer and Lothiriel were getting together. Your portrayal of Arwen makes her seem a little like a mortal but incredibly faithful to the book. You are an Eowyn fan who loves Arwen. GOOD ON YA!!!!! People like you are hard to find. Also I love the way you do slightly AU things, like introducing tea as part of Rivendell life or bringing coffee from Dol Amroth or that whole hilarious affair with Aragorn vs Hobbits at Rivendell: ink in the tea etc. I believe this is what Tolkien may have meant when he talked about other pens exploring his world further. Well, I am hooked and thirsting for more. Pleeeeeeeaaaaaase update soon!!!!!!! Author Reply: First off, I must thank you for the lovely review! It brought a huge smile to my face. I'm glad I've got you hooked on a WIP, and I'm really happy that you love this story. I'm trying to keep it flowing, and I'm so happy that you think it's working! In all honesty, the Phantom of the Opera is what originally gave me the idea for this, lol. Lothiriel quotes it at one point, if you caught that. Oh, yes, Arwen and Eowyn. I never saw the point in loving one and hating the other. I always imagined them becoming good friends, seeing as they're the two most powerful women in the realm. They're a lot of fun to write, too. This tale was originally hobbit-centric, but the ladies walzed in and took over. :) I'm working on the next chapter right now, and I hope to have it to my beta by this evening. I haven't updated in far too long, bbut life got in the way...I hope you'll like the next chapter! Thank you again for the lovely review! | |
| Hai Took | Reviewed Chapter: 13 on 5/25/2005 |
| At least the room let Eowyn and Arwen out! I was beginning to wonder! More mysteries revealed! Who took the book, or box from the room? I hope we'll find out! I liked hearing of the war between Aragorn and the hobbits, sounds like there is a story there as well. Nice little way to break up the tension! Looking forward to more! Author Reply: Mysteries are such fun, and they're surprisingly easy to write. :) The room let the ladies out because they found what they were supposed to, and so could go. More will be coming. The prnak war may be the subject of my next project. It would be a fun fic to write. Thanks for reading! | |
| Dreamflower | Reviewed Chapter: 13 on 5/20/2005 |
| I didn't get a chance to review when I read this last night! So: I love it! The plot is thickening very nicely and it looks like almost everyone except Frodo and Sam are in on it now--can they be far behind? And will Frodo go all disapproving and older cousin on Merry and Pippin, or will he want in on the fun? Or maybe both, one after another? My favorite part though was Merry and Pippin recounting the prank war with Strider, and Bergil trying not to giggle. I would love to see some of those anecdotes spun out into their own little fics. (And what on *earth* did Arwen say to Aragorn's black teeth? And when the pranks were going down, were Elladan and Elrohir on their brother's side, or the hobbits'? *snicker*grin*) Author Reply: Merry and Pippin's prank war is something that has been playing in my head for awhile. I may actually write it, when this one is over. :) Frodo and Sam may get in on the action sooner or later. I've been trying to compress it to as few characters as possible, but it seems that everyone wants in on this one! | |
| Mysterious Jedi | Reviewed Chapter: 13 on 5/20/2005 |
| Still looking forward to even more of this story! <>< Saved from sin through Christ, MJ Author Reply: And it's definitely coming! | |
| Shieldmaiden of Rohan | Reviewed Chapter: 13 on 5/20/2005 |
| I think I forgot to review the last chapter because I was in the midst of end-of-semester stuff... sorry. Anyway, great chapter, as always. Love how the plot's thickening with Eomer and Faramir seeing the girl in the window. And I'm also curious about what shut Eowyn and Arwen in there in the first place. (Loved the little fit Eowyn threw, by the way, especially the part about smiting something. Fits perfectly with my conception of her character.) I also loved the discussion of the prank war between the hobbits and Aragorn! Poor Bergil--he didn't stand a chance of not cracking up at the thought of the King with black teeth. And describing it as a "merry war" reminds me of Much Ado About Nothing. :) Hurry up and post again! I want to know about that missing book! Author Reply: End of semester stuff is entirely understandable. I'll be there in about two weeks, lol. The ghosties wanted Arwen and Eowyn in the room overnight, methinks. It may have something to do with the missing book. *hint hint* Eowyn's fit was fun to write. I like writing hysterics. The prank war just may be my next project, after this dark and creepy thing. I've even got the title. And the "merry war" quote defintely comes from "Much Ado"-it's my favorite Shakespeare play. | |
| Bodkin | Reviewed Chapter: 13 on 5/20/2005 |
| Everyone will be in on this soon. Eomer and Faramir now look set to find out what's going on. And the inconsistencies are fascinating. I can't wait for the next chapter! I just loved the image of Arwen and Eowyn scuttling down the corridor and then Arwen attempting to look cool and poised and elven as soon as she was aware that someone was watching. Hilarious. And Bergil - poor kid. How intimidating it must be to be in the presence of the king and have Merry and Pippin treating him like an old buddy. Even though he is. The giggles nearly won - and, actually, at a better time, Aragorn would probably glory in them. (Must find out more about the exchange of tricks. Next project?) What did Finduilas find? What? What? I want to know! Why did it affect her so badly that it's left Aragorn neurotic? Hang on - Finduilas. Her possessions. Yes, it is time for Faramir to join the party if we want to find out all about it. And spirits portend death. I think we need the next chapter soon - you wouldn't want to keep me awake at nights, would you? Author Reply: I think everyone will be in on it sooner or later. I've tried to keep the characters narrow, but it seems everyone wants to get in on it. Bergil is going to learn that Aragorn is not quite as god-like as he thinks. My bet is that by the time this is over, Bergil is going to be treated as just another hobbit. :) And yes, my next project is almost assuredly the prank war! Faramir is definitely going to be in on this. He already suspects something is up, and Eowyn can't very well pump him for information on Finduilas without explaining why. I don't want to keep you awake at night, so I'll get to work on the next chapter ASAP. | |
| shirebound | Reviewed Chapter: 13 on 5/19/2005 |
| "Don’t worry, Bergil, there’s a sort of merry war between good old Strider and us hobbits." I love that idea! Aragorn really does need a good tease or laugh once in awhile. :D Author Reply: Lol, it could be a series of drabbles or ficlets. That would be fun. :) | |