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| My Sword Trembles - Book Three - 'My Sword' Series by Agape4Gondor | 3 Review(s) |
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| Raksha The Demon | Reviewed Chapter: 49 on 2/16/2009 |
| This is probably my favorite of your AU histories; since it's so Faramir-centric, or at least since he has a much larger role. For the most part, I think you've written him quite well. I'm not sure how Faramir will get back to Gondor - alone, without Strider, is Faramir that good and experienced a warrior at 18, or will someone ride with him? Love the gift of the harp; and Faramir's excitement over the prospect of seeing the Elves, when Strider tells him of their destination, is marvelous. It will be interesting to see how Faramir's Stewardship differs from Denethor's. It could be that Minas Tirith in 3018-3019 in this AU might be a more hopeful, and better-fortified, place. I hope Faramir doesn't become a Palantir addict, though. Author Reply: The story started (long ago) with the emphasis on Indis. It was to be 'her' story - but Faramir (and Boromir at the beginning) just kept butting in and he is such a sweet boy - how could it not turn to him. Tell me this - when a baby is in the room, who do folks usually gravitate to??? Aragorn was only on patrol for a short time - just relishing his time with the Lorien Elves, Haldir and brothers... Time, as you know, fluctuates in that land and the month that passes on the 'outside' is longer on the 'inside.' Aragorn returns, I'm sure, and takes Faramir to Amon Din.... I am soooo glad the Muse gave me the idea of the harp. I have him playing one in 10,000 Years - it just seems something that Faramir would do - so it seemed only natural to continue with this thought... Oh! And how could he not be excited about seeing the Elves of Lorien - old wive's tales or no!!! I'm not sure yet, as always, what the Muse plans to do with Faramir and Gondor in the last book, but I have hope : ) Thank you so much for your support. It is much appreciated! | |
| Tari | Reviewed Chapter: 49 on 2/16/2009 |
| Faramir is now eighteen. How time flies. It’s wonderful that he will finally meet some elves, especially since he has elven blood flowing in his veins. And Aragorn is most anxious to be there also. Could it be that he will be seeing Arwen again? A beautiful harp to match a heart that sings; I love it. It fits Faramir to a tee. Author Reply: I personally think he definitely saw Arwen - if she was still in Lorien... I think he probably 'timed' this with that thought in mind : ) I was so glad when the Muse gave me the idea of the harp. I was trying to sleep when I 'saw' her o'ertaken by the purity of Faramir and also by the 'feeling' she had when she 'saw' his mind and his love for Boromir - just touched her own heart strings in regards to her brother, Finrod. It was fun writing.... Glad you enjoyed it too! And thanks for your support during all this time. Keep your eyes open - perhaps March or April for the beginning of 'My Sword Reigns' - | |
| Larner | Reviewed Chapter: 49 on 2/15/2009 |
| Ah! Such a wonderful gift, after a most unusual and graceful welcome. May he indeed grow in grace after such an acceptance, and may Celeborn honor him as well! Beautiful welcome to manhood for this Faramir. Author Reply: I just felt that Galadriel saw the inner beauty of Faramir and was moved... as well as by the deep love she saw within him for Boromir and the pain that still, even after ten years, haunted the boy. Celeborn, I am sure, backed his wife in this decision. : ) Many thanks for your continued support!!! | |