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| In Darkness Buried Deep by GamgeeFest | 8 Review(s) |
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| Larner | Reviewed Chapter: 2 on 10/14/2005 |
| Interesting time between Gil and Edon. I, too, wonder what happened between the two of them. May take me a few more days to catch up. Author Reply: We will eventually find out what ultimately ended Gil and Edon's friendship, but there are many other smaller things that occured beforehand that won't be delved into in this story. There's simply not enough time for it all. There will be little hints and clues along the way though. :) | |
| Isilhen Daegol | Reviewed Chapter: 2 on 10/5/2005 |
| Hmmm... I really like how you can develop characters so quickly, and they're not one dimensional. It's always better when there's not a clear cut "bad" or "good" guy. I can see Edon's point, but I can also see Gil's point, and I think they're both right. And that's the way it usually works in the real world. That's what I like about your writing so much. Your characters are so real, if you disregard the fact that they're usually hobbits. Anyway, good job with this chapter. I know it took me a while to read this, but don't keep me waiting too awful long for the next chapter, or I'll have to come after you with my plastic lightsaber! Author Reply: I try to keep away from "good" and "bad" guys. Even the bad guys can have good parts about them, and vice versa. Realizing that and expanding on it can make the bad guy not only more interesting, but more realistic also. And, the "bad" guy might not necessarily be the most obvious one, unless of course, he is. :) | |
| RenaissanceGrrl | Reviewed Chapter: 2 on 10/5/2005 |
| I know that Sara is the logical nickname for Saradoc and that Sarah wasn't a name in their language, but every time I read a fic where Saradoc is referred to as such, it catches me off guard. ^_^ wee!Merry! *WaFF* For some reason having the flashback in italics made me think of the little sound effect they play for flashbacks on Lost. Lol... NOW the OCs have my attention. I still don't understand the full connection between their story and Frodo's, but I'm extremely curious as to what's going to HAPPEN to them. ^_^ Author Reply: I've seen Doc used as a nickname for Saradoc, but that always brings up images of Bugs Bunny munching on a carrot for me. ^_^ As I so often do, you won't see the connection until the very end of the story, and it's not necessarily a direct connection. The OCs wound up having a story of their own to tell, and it will help Frodo later on, as Frodo's story will help theirs. Glad I have your attention though. :) | |
| Bodkin | Reviewed Chapter: 2 on 10/4/2005 |
| Not a happy hobbit. It's interesting to see what most upset Frodo. And that he is struggling to conceal his emotions from those round him. He is nowhere near back to stability after his parents' deaths, whatever he might pretend. And Gil and Edon. Squaring off to each other and baying as their testosterone-poisoning takes over. What a pair of . . . of tweenagers! Author Reply: Frodo has a long way to go before he can go on with his life. Trying to hide how he feels and not talking about his fears is only making it worse for him. Esme and Saradoc notice more than they let on, but they too are struggling - with a child who doesn't truly trust them and with not really knowing how to give him the comfort he needs. They are just newly parents themselves, and the role of Frodo's guardian was rather thrust upon them. It's taking them all a long time to adjust. Those hormones! lol Though there is a lot more to Gil and Edon's rivalry that just tween horomoes run amok. :) | |
| Periantari | Reviewed Chapter: 2 on 10/3/2005 |
| I love this story so far~ an interesting selection of names you've picked for the OFCs. ;) Gil is interesting "mean guy" of the group and what he said to Frodo was so mean in the other chapter. Nice angst in this one~ awww poor Frodo! THe part where he was about to find out and of him reminiscing about his parents was oh so sad. :( I can't wait for more... especially to see what spurns Frodo to go into the Forest. Author Reply: Hello Peri! I'm glad you're enjoying this so far. Gil did go overboard. That he realizes that speaks a lot about him, as does Edon's actions say a lot about him as well. Frodo will be having many memories plague him throughout this story, some sad, some frightening, and some happy. If he pays attention, he might learn something from them. ;) It will be awhile before Frodo disappears, and then a bit longer before we find out why. ^_^ | |
| Dreamflower | Reviewed Chapter: 2 on 10/3/2005 |
| Poor Frodo; it's just so hard for him to have to realize that others have moved on from the depths of grief while he has not. And you have depicted his fear very well. A child who loses a parent to an unexpected tragedy never has the same kind of security in the world again. I'm interested in the friendship/rivalry of the two lads Gil and Ebon. It seems to me there is a little more there than just both of them wanting the same lass. I get the feeling there's a lot more history to it than that... Author Reply: Frodo lost a lot more than anyone else did when his parents died, and with him being so young, it has taken longer than it normally would for him to come to terms with it. In fact, he never really does come to terms with it. Stability and security are so important growing up and losing that can have drastic effects on anyone at any age, but especially one so young. Frodo's always had a rough road to travel. Understandably, he's become a worrier and is always afraid of what might be right around the corner, though he does a good job of hiding it most times. We'll be finding out more about Edon and Gil as the story goes on. There is more to this than meets the eye, but as often happens with rivalries, they tend to focus on the "Yoko factor" - what appears to have broken the friendship rather than what actually did break them apart. | |
| Grey Wonderer | Reviewed Chapter: 2 on 10/3/2005 |
| Came home from a long day and found a bedtime chapter waiting! I loved this one. So much background on Frodo and his relationship with Esmeralda and Saradoc as well as his love for Merry! The flashback was so sad and so well written. I am really enjoying your OC too! More soon! Author Reply: Glad this was able to perk you up after a long day. :) Poor Frodo isn't having a good time of it right now. He's been putting on a decent act for a long time, but now he's having to face some things he's been avoiding. I feel sorry for Esme and Saradoc also; they're trying so hard to love and comfort someone who just isn't able to receive that right now. Flashbacks will abound in this fic, so there's something else to look forward to. :) And thanks for the boost about my OCs. I'm still a bit nervous about them, but they're doing their part well. | |
| The Hobbit Waffle | Reviewed Chapter: 2 on 10/2/2005 |
| Poor poor Frodo. I really love your interpretation of him, because in my head it is the closest one to my own interpretation. I've never found in the fanfiction world except in your stories. :D Angst makes me happy, which is really rather cruel. I am ashamed. Author Reply: Dreamflower had a lot to do with how I think of and write Frodo. He was a bit elusive to me until I started reading her works. I enjoy a good angst story also, they are fun to read. :) | |