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| Mathom by perelleth | 11 Review(s) |
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| Larner | Reviewed Chapter: 1 on 3/29/2006 |
| Or perhaps not precisely as peaceful a morning as it ought to have been! Halbarad did that, did he? Something in years to come Aragorn will be able to hold over his beloved kinsman, then. And Glorfindel treatment of it and Elladan is just perfect! As for Aragorn himself--the idea of scooping a ten-year-old onto shoulders isn't one that I can imagine, as most children that age are equalling me in height, if they haven't surpassed me. But the description as all elbows and knees is certainly accurate enough, having lived with enough children at home and in classrooms to support that. Lovely chapter here. Author Reply: Well, who knows what Erestor can tell about stressing mornings? LOL. And I hope nobody sues me for blaming Halbarad in such a shameful way! :-) I cannot ever think of scooping a ten year old on my shoulders, either, but my brother does it still at times with his ten year son and I find it so sweet that it came to mind instantly! Uh! You have all my respect, if you deal with ten year old children 8 or about that age) in your job! Thank-you Larner, I'm glad that you are enjoying. | |
| Dot | Reviewed Chapter: 1 on 3/28/2006 |
| Hi Perelleth! Just dropping by to tell you how much I’m enjoying this :-) You write conversation so well – I grinned the whole way through. I love Erestor and Elrond trying to out-scheme each other. Those two are both far too cunning! Elrond seems to be winning but I wouldn’t underestimate someone who is so well able for even an angry Elladan. The line that had me laughing out loud was the “smug duck” comparison to Celeborn. Classic! Just as funny was Elrond’s rather unconvincing “the dwarves have a map” :-D And why do I get the impression that it was actually easier to keep Estel away from the visitors before the twins and Glorfindel returned home?? Speaking of Glorfindel – what’s all this about him falling off his horse?! LOL! There’s something hilarious about the fact that his horse seems to have absolutely no respect for him. Glorfindel is such a charmer, though. It sounds like he’d go out of his way for Gilraen and he and Estel are adorable together. Of course, he didn’t quite stick to what he was supposed to do, did he?! He very smoothly got rid of Estel in favour of some rest. But I suspect there may be some fun and games before anyone in the House of Elrond gets much rest! Such fun – I’m looking forward to more! Author Reply: Hi Dot! I'm so pleased to have been honoured with one of your entertaining reviews! Glad that you had a good time reading this!:-) Elrond and Erestor have been scheming together and against each other for at least two ages, in my mind. I came up with this Erestor in another story, and to me he is a Nandorin elf from Denethor's host who ended up as Círdan's counsellor before the sun rose, so he was Gil-galad's tutor first and then Elrond's... so he has had long experience in scheming, and dealing with scheming "youngsters". Yet Elrond can beat him sometimes, much the same as Glorfindel with the twins, LOL! But I suspect there may be some fun and games before anyone in the House of Elrond gets much rest! You are right. It is the solstice, after all! :-) Thank-you for your kind words, Dot, I hope you´ll keep enjoying! | |
| Redheredh | Reviewed Chapter: 1 on 3/27/2006 |
| Yay! Erestor is back! At least, I hope it is the same Erestor from "New Beginnings". Reminded him of Celeborn - LOL! Well, ducks remind me of swans. ;) Great banter all way around. Loved Glorfindel with Estel on his shouders - they were heart-warming together. But, if they keep shuffling Estel around like that, I have a feeling that even with their elvish eyesight, they're gonna lose track of that kid. This was very amusing. Can't wait for more. :D You have a real talent for both wry humor and broad jokes. Author Reply: He *is* the same! (too lazy to come up with another, and he wouldn't allow me to do that..) I thought it was clear, what, with the kindness and lack of subterfuge, and softness and all!;-) That duck remark was very inconsiderate. I apologize in his name. Glorfindel was really sweet with the child, but he wouldn't let that get in the way of his rest, and what are brothers for? So he earned the lady's gratitude and then dumped the nuisance most discreetly, the wise Elf... Glad it amused you. I was in sore need of amusing myself, and what you kindly label as "talent" was... er... kind of lacking lately. | |
| grumpy | Reviewed Chapter: 1 on 3/27/2006 |
| Great story, on how to keep a active boy, out of the sights of a wizard, dwarf and hobbit. And Elrond's worry about keeping the wine on the selves. Very good pass-off, of boy, by Glorfindel, to the twins. Author Reply: Thank-you, grumpy, glad that you are enjoying. Glorfindel knows how to dispel a threat, doesn't he? | |
| Ellie | Reviewed Chapter: 1 on 3/26/2006 |
| This is cute! I love the grumpy Glorfindel and I wonder what it is with Elrond's prized wine taht none of the mortals like it. This is fun so far. Looking forward to more! Author Reply: Thank-you, Ellie. Glorfindel has had some difficult days, it seems. And regarding the wine, if you asked Erestor, he would say that Elrond's wine is one of those overvalued, overprized produces of boutique wineries. On the other hand, Elrond would argue that mortal palates are not ready to savour his prized wine. A matter of taste! | |
| Haleth | Reviewed Chapter: 1 on 3/26/2006 |
| Oh my. Disaster is looming with everyone involved in so many distractions. One thing about curious children, they'll always go where they're not meant to be. I'm looking forward to seeing where this will go. Author Reply: Well, yes, we have a house full of children of all ages, so anything can happen here. This this can only go, as Elrond wisely foresaw, to disaster. And we shall follow. Thank-you, Haleth | |
| Bodkin | Reviewed Chapter: 1 on 3/26/2006 |
| If that was a peaceful morning, I wouldn't want to be around when things are going seriously haywire! I loved Elrond getting concerned about his wine cellar and Erestor provoking him about it - and speculating about the future disappearance of the key! And then, the Erestor / Elladan moments were priceless. I loved Elrohir sitting there in his filthy clothes - spewing wine down himself - and wondering how to avoid a paternal ear-bashing! Glorfindel would be just so humiliated by a fall from his horse - I hope his patrol managed to keep straight faces - but he is powerless to resist Gilraen's wiles. (I adore a Glorfindel who can defeat Balrogs and keep the Elrondionnath in line, but melts before a winsome smile!) And Estel is seriously delightful - and in full command of the childhood nagging technique. Very sensible to keep Estel away from Mithrandir, 13 Dwarves and a Perian. They've already accomplished miracles if they've kept him hidden so far. And I suspect still bigger miracles will be needed to keep him out of sight over the next twenty four hours! Most enjoyable! Can't wait for more. Author Reply: Erestor and Elrond are at it, again, this time at each other. They should have learned after all those years, but they cannot resist, teasing each other it seems. And Glorfindel is not happy, although he wouldn't let that show before a lady! I am imagining here a big house with many people, so not all that difficult to keep the child "low profile", provided that *everybody* behaves accordingly... Your review made me laugh. I am glad that you fonud it entertaining, Bodkin. I had a great time writing it, and I was in need of a good laugh. Hope it works. | |
| daw the minstrel | Reviewed Chapter: 1 on 3/26/2006 |
| I love The Hobbit and I'm so glad to see this story! Your elves are very much like those in that book, merry and full of jokes. Both parts of this were great: Elrohir’s serious face lit up with a brief, knowing smile that always reminded Erestor of a smug duck playing at being king of the pond. At times, though, it also reminded him of Celeborn. Author Reply: You see, this Erestor seems to have a life of his own. I do not know where *this* At times, though, it also reminded him of Celeborn. came from ;-) He's a bit exasperated, I fear, merriment and jokes and all, for he seems to have got the worst lot... | |
| Dreamflower | Reviewed Chapter: 1 on 3/26/2006 |
| Oh, this looks like fun! Do we get to see Bilbo and the Dwarves? I really like the set-up here--that Elrond & Co. are trying to keep little Estel secret not only from Thorin & Co., but from Gandalf as well. Very interesting! I've read many fics where there *is* a meeting at this time, but only one where there was an attempt to keep the child a secret! I'm eager to see your take on this. Author Reply: Oh, this looks like fun! Do we get to see Bilbo and the Dwarves? They show up in Chapter 2, much to Erestor's dismay... Yes, Nilmandra was cleverer than me, and sent him camping. I just thought that they might receive guests often, and that sending the child out would not always be an option... But I always thought they would have kept Estel's existence more or less secret, one way or another... Thank-you for your words. I hope this take keeps you entertained. | |
| rikwen | Reviewed Chapter: 1 on 3/26/2006 |
| Yes, I can see where keeping Estel's existence a secret is important at this time. Just what do you do with a curious child who probably has no knowledge of the machinations that the rest of the household are going through to make things appear normal? A lot of laughs are on the way no doubt. Author Reply: A lot of laughs are on the way no doubt. I hope so. At least I had a great fun writing it. A big house, a feast, foreign guests.. mayhem ensues. Soon. Thanks for your review! | |