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| Elf, Interrupted: Book One: Glorfindel Redux by Fiondil | 11 Review(s) |
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| hawkeye | Reviewed Chapter: 26 on 10/12/2014 |
| I was wondering when something like this was going to happen, and truthfully I'm surprised it took them this long to search Finrod out. I'm interested to see where things go with Laurendil. Both he and Manwen strike me as being incredibly loyal, especially after the scene about wanting to give Finrod his oath again. I don't think he will be parted from Finrod again easily. So Manwen studied with Elrond. That says a lot both for her and for Laurendil. Knowing where Glorfindel ends up much later, I really enjoyed seeing his reaction to hearing Elrond's name. The friendship between Elrond and Glorfindel has always been something I've enjoyed, even from the first time I read about them at the feast in The Fellowship of the Rings. Sador and Glorfindel are good for Finrod, despite being emotionally much younger and that extends beyond just having someone younger to be responsible for. Part of me wished that he would say yes, but I'm also glad he made the decision that he did. With all the elves returning from over the sea, though, I could easily see Finrod doing more than simply waiting to become king of the Noldor (but this is just speculation for me). People who have lived outside Aman won't just step neatly into one of the three kindreds, I think. Eventually I think there will need to be other leaders, even if one of the three "high kings" still holds their fealty. All this to say, I can easily see Finrod taking on this kind of thing at some point in the future. But again, that's just me. I really liked Arafinwë's response to all of this. Perhaps now he and his son will have a better understanding of each other. At last I think Arafinwë is begging to appreciate some of the ramifications of Finrod's leaving Aman that he hasn't seen before. I'm also curious to see what his response will be to the potential of others like Laurendil and Manwen renewing their ties with Finrod instead of him as Noldoran. Anyway, I loved seeing more of both Laurendil and his wife. Thank you for an exciting read :) Author Reply: Hi Hawkeye. Finrod's destiny is not to become a king again. We will learn what the Valar have in store for him later in this story. I think they are subtly influencing him so as not to accept offers of kingship from others. Arafinwë is finally seeing a side of Finrod that has not manifested itself since his re-embodiment. He is seeing the king Finrod was and still is though he no longer wears a crown. We'll see how he reacts to people like Laurendil renewing their ties with Finrod as the story progresses. I'm glad you like Laurendil and Manwen. They appear in a number of my stories and I've always been fond of them. Laurendil, in fact, plays a starring role in my story "The Last Messenger: A Tale of Númenor". You may want to read that someday when you get the chance. Thanks for reviewing. It's much appreciated. | |
| Kaylee | Reviewed Chapter: 26 on 7/28/2008 |
| "Ávartyara nillo, aranya," he said sheepishly. "Ú-moe an ngohenad, Glorendil," Finrod replied softly. *puzzled* Why does Laurendil speak in Quenya and Finrod answer in Sindarin? and I think the imitation of Lord Namo was too funny...wonder if Lord Namo appreciated his elflings mocking him *wry grin* I liked the whole chapter, meldonya, but for some reason those things stood out most! oh, and the "the truth of the matter is, we're bored." When that was NOT the truth at all... ~Kaylee!! Author Reply: I think Finrod speaking Sindarin to Laurendil was his way of telling him that Finrod has not forgotten their lives in Beleriand. It was a way for him to honor that without having to come right out and say it. Laurendil would've been speaking Quenya as a matter of course since he is now in Aman, so Finrod replying in Sindarin was just a way for them to reconnect after a thousand or so years. | |
| Larner | Reviewed Chapter: 26 on 2/12/2008 |
| I have a few volumes to purchase to bring my set of HoME up to date. I do have the set on the War of the Ring but not Morgoth's Ring or the War of the Jewels or Peoples of Middle Earth. Am so tired of having terribly messed up finances. Now at last someone wants to know what dying's like, and Finrod can't tell them. Author Reply: I think it's not that Finrod can't tell Laurendil what he wants to know so much as he hasn't found the vocabulary to articulate it to someone who has never undergone the experience, so he's at a loss as to what exactly to say. | |
| Tari | Reviewed Chapter: 26 on 2/12/2008 |
| Lord Námo has to have the patience of a saint in order to deal with these mischievous elves. This is a perfect example of going through your second childhood which is what the elves are doing. Finrod will make an excellent king should he decide to rule once again. He has gained much wisdom. | |
| Nariel | Reviewed Chapter: 26 on 6/17/2007 |
| Yeah, I am sorry for all these reviews in one day because i sort of (scratch head awkwardly) found how you make reviews, so basically i have known about your story since December and I just found out how to make reviews! WOW, I sure need a brain surgery!! Author Reply: Don't worry about it. I'm just glad you figured it out. And don't feel too bad... when I posted my first story I couldn't figure out how to respond to reviews. By the time I did figure it out it was a while so I never bothered responding to the reviews of my first posted story. I just felt silly finally responding to a review that was months old. Now I try to respond as soon as possible. And now that you know how to leave a review I can look forward to reading more of yours! *grin* | |
| Edlyn | Reviewed Chapter: 26 on 4/18/2007 |
| Reading about Finrod, Glorfindel and Laurendil tell Arafinwë and Rialcar about sleeping with weapons handy reminds me of talking to my friends who have just returned from Iraq. One of them said the hardest thing for him since his return is to drive a car and stay in the lane by the curb rather than going down the middle of the street. They had to do that in Iraq because of the risk of roadside bombs and he said that even though he knows there aren't any here it's incredibly hard for him to turn the steering wheel to the right to get in his proper lane. I had somewhat of the same issues when I returned home afer my 2 tours in the first Gulf War (and I never thought I'd ever have to specify which Gulf War I'm talking about and I wish I didn't have to). "One has, my lord." Oops! Now the real reason for the embassy comes out and I'm not sure who is more nonplussed. The entire following sequence between Finrod and his gwedyr and Laurendil was incredibly moving. Finrod seems to remember more of what it is to be a king than he thinks he does. And this line said it all: "I already have your fealty, but more importantly, I already have your love, as you have mine. No other oaths are needed between us." So wise is Finrod Felagund! And so is Sador, in spite of his relative youth and diffidence. "Out of the mouths of babes..." as my daernanneth used to say. Being one who stands back and observes he has a certainly pulled the truth of purpose of the embassy out in the open. Finrod is definitely wise enough to know that he is not yet ready to take on the responsibilities of a full adult. the story of Gilanneth was sweet and humorous and made hte point very well, as did Finrod's and Glorfindel's descriptions of how they felt about what she did. And of course, Sador would want to swim in one of the fountains! There isn't a child anywhere who wouldn't be lured by the fun of doing so! Laurendil gave Finrod a gift when he asked about what it was like to die, didn't he? Finrod's death (and Glorfindel's and Sador's as well) has always been the "mumak in the room." It's likely that Arafinwë and some few others might have wanted to ask Finrod but were afraid of what his answer would be. I suspect that Laurendil's actually coming out and asking did a lot towards validating Finrod's rebirth and continued existence in Finrod's mind. It will be interesting to see how Finrod's continuing instances of putting on the "claok of kingship" as time goes on. Great job, meldonya! May you lived blessed, Edlyn Author Reply: At this point in time Finrod knows that he is not emotionally ready to take up the mantle of kingship again, though he must have been sorely tempted at that point to reclaim that part of himself right then and there. The "mumak in the room" is definitely the stories of the Reborn that everyone is afraid to ask but all want to know: What did it feel like to die? This must be the most terrifying aspect about the Reborn for many of the Amaneldi and even for the elves of Endórë who saw so many of their fellow elves die, when death is not a natural aspect of their existence (not to mention the Secondborn for whom death *is* a natural aspect of their existence). Those who experienced death and re-embodiment must feel very out of place at times, unable to express their feelings about their experience because no one is willing to risk hearing the answers to their questions. Laurendil's question is probably on everyone's mind, but only he has the courage to ask it, and I imagine that Finrod was almost grateful for him for asking however nonplused he might have felt at the unexpectedness of the question. We will see in the next few chapters how that question affects Finrod more deeply than he initially realizes. | |
| hanci | Reviewed Chapter: 26 on 1/18/2007 |
| I really like those little snippets of their past, from Mandos Halls and before... Elrond is already such an important healer? Author Reply: By now, we are well into the Second Age, though I do not specify the exact time, so yes, Elrond is a healer of no little repute, young though he still is by Elvish standards. | |
| JastaElf | Reviewed Chapter: 26 on 1/16/2007 |
| I don't remember if I've ever taken the time to review this story... if I have not, please forgive me! I do so love this tale. It is a delight, so positively Elvish, and just wonderful on so many levels! The characterizations are charming and so realistic; the situations are heart-warming even when they are sad, and you write beautifully. Thank you so much! Author Reply: Thank you for taking the time to review. I'm glad to know you are enjoying the story to date and find the characters both charming and realistic. I've tried to make them as real as possible. Most of our perceptions of the elves are through the eyes of other mortals. I've tried to portray them from their perspective as themselves. Not any easy thing to do, so I'm glad you find them believable. | |
| Laureleaf | Reviewed Chapter: 26 on 1/15/2007 |
| There is much for them all to think about after this one...I look forward to seeing where this discussion leads them all. Author Reply: Yes, there will be many changes ahead for them all because of this embassy, but. of course, you will just have to wait to see how things develop for Glorfindel, Finrod and Sador. *grin* | |
| Bodkin | Reviewed Chapter: 26 on 1/14/2007 |
| Finrod Felagund! Well - that's a big step forward! (And so is kissing him when he is incorrectly dressed ...) Finrod is right when he tells Laurendil that he isn't ready to resume adult responsibilities, though. But it will have done the elves of Tirion a lot of good ... well, given them something to think about, anyway ... when they see the honour in which their prince is held - and pieces of the king he was are shining through. Fascinating developments. And most interesting how the mention of Elrond affected Glorfindel. Author Reply: Yes, Finrod, having been re-embodied earlier than either Glorfindel or Sador, is maturing sooner and is beginning to reclaim that part of himself that was King of Nargothrond. You will see that happening more often in later chapters, especially with Laurendil. | |