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| Steward and Thain by Agape4Gondor | 7 Review(s) |
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| Grey Wonderer | Reviewed Chapter: 2 on 3/25/2007 |
| I think Boromir was right. The hobbits deserve to know what dangers they face. It will be easier if they are not surprised by it all. I am still enjoying this very much. Author Reply: Thank you, Grey Wonderer - it seems only logical to know what you are facing and just because the Hobbits are 'smaller' in stature than the rest of the company, does not mean that they will not have to take part in their own defense and the defense of the Fellowship. Very glad you are enjoying this! | |
| Pearl Took | Reviewed Chapter: 2 on 3/25/2007 |
| "You are to be thain because of the king of the north, are you not?” “I am. But only because the king died and left no one to rule the Shire.” “But the same is true for me!” Boromir exclaimed with fervor. “As I told you.” “Then we have something else in common.” “That we have, Master Thain. That we have.” ********** They do have a great deal in common, these two. I love your Pippin, Agape!!! Author Reply: Doesn't it just amaze you, Pearl Took - I had the tiniest of an idea about this a year ago - but when I finally did the research and saw this... well, I was dumbfounded. The seem to be a natural pair! Thank you so much for your encouragement of my 'Pip's voice! | |
| Paladin1420 | Reviewed Chapter: 2 on 3/24/2007 |
| I am enjoying this story very much. The characters and conversation are easy to imagine having actually taken place in the context of the book. I never really made the connection before of Pippin and Boromir both being heirs, and the fathers' positions existing mostly because of the absence of the King. I've always connected Pippin and Faramir because of the later events with Denethor, but Boromir was the Heir to begin with. Thanks for a great story. Author Reply: I thought of this a long time ago while writing another tale, but put it aside. Suddenly, Pip started saying he wanted it written. I've since discovered that I'm not the only one with this 'unique' thought *blushes* Pip does name his firstborn son Faramir - and Tolkien says he definitely became 'smitten' with Faramir as soon as he laid eyes on him. But I think Boromir must have laid the groundwork for that love and devotion. I cannot believe, upon reading Tolkien's description of the brothers' love, that Boromir would not have spoken of his younger brother, given half a chance! Thank YOU for reading and responding! | |
| Bodkin | Reviewed Chapter: 2 on 3/24/2007 |
| Only Pippin would be quite as open! But then, only Pippin would get away with it. He and Boromir really did get on well. (Only not quite well enough for Boromir to take up smoking!) Author Reply: He certainly has a way with him, doesn't he? And yes, he can ask questions that others would not, for his unprepossessing self is hard to say no to! | |
| Larner | Reviewed Chapter: 2 on 3/23/2007 |
| Boromir does indeed know how to follow orders, doesn't he? Very wonderful. Author Reply: I think, Larner, one of my favorite Boromir moments in the book is when he diffidently suggests bringing wood to Caradhras.... Leaders must know how to take orders as well as give them... IMHO... | |
| Garnet Took | Reviewed Chapter: 2 on 3/23/2007 |
| Very nice chapter. It must have been so hard for any of the hobbits to even begin to understand the polotics of Gondor. They just aren't that type of people. You are doing a very good job capturing Pippin's personality. Boromir's doubt, confusion and mistrust come through clearly. He is such a conflicted character. Keep up the good work. Author Reply: Thank you, Garnet - I'm trying. Boromir is such a strong character that it is sometimes difficult to keep him 'down' - but Pippin is so irrepresible that even Boromir must succumb! | |
| shirebound | Reviewed Chapter: 2 on 3/23/2007 |
| This is a wonderfully evolving friendship between Boromir and Pippin. They have so much in common, and yet are such different people, from such different backgrounds and experiences. Author Reply: Thanks so much, shirebound. I hope I can keep it above angst and closer to gentle banter... nice way to become friends instead of having to kill someone to make a friend! LOL - though that time will come. | |