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| Fruit of Life by Lady_Roisin | 3 Review(s) |
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| Silivren Tinu | Reviewed Chapter: 1 on 7/3/2009 |
| Hi there! I've finally decided to give one of your Silmarillion stories a try. I was a bit nervous at first whether I'd be able to follow the story but forgot all about it before I had even finished the first chapter. I found this chapter incredibly gripping, perhaps even more so because I only vaguely remember what was going on in Numenor at that specific time and what it going to happen and when. I loved your characterization of Isildur - I could see familiar traits in him that remind me of Aragorn, but he's still a completely different character (and *very* different from movie!Isildur). I also liked Tindalómë, she and Isildur seem to be perfect for each other. The atmosphere in this chapter indeed very much reminded me of SW Episode III, only with good actors and realistic emotions. ;-) I loved all the details you've put into your descriptions just as much as the overall dark, threatening atmosphere. It's quite obvious how much courage anyone would need to remain true to himself and his values when faced with a reign of terror like that of Ar-Pharazôn (especially when it involves Sauron). The ending of this chapter was shaking - poor Tindalómë! This was a wonderful beginning, Roisin! :) Almut Author Reply: Hi Almut! Apologies for taking a few days to get back to replying to this. Wow, you have no idea how happy it made me to see you reviewing this story! "major hugs" I admire you for stepping out of your comfort zone and giving my story a chance. I find that a huge honor. Thnk you so much! Now that I think of it, some of this does have the feel of Episode II doesn't it? I try to write my Numenorean stories in a way that folks who are both experts and new to the Numenoreans can enjoy it. I'm so very pleased you liked my isildur. he's a character that is, very obviously, near and dear to my heart. I tend to think that Ar-Pharzon didn't keep to short a leash on his men, and if they burned homes of the faithful, so be it. According to Akallabeth, members of the faithful were sacrificed both in sauron's temple in Numenor, as well as the Numenorean settlements in Middle earth. There really was nowhere for the faithful to hide. I wanted to try to convey with this story how frightening it might have been for the Faithful, the prospect of death at any moent, losing family, friends, everything. There was nowhere to hide for them. Again, thank you very very much for taking the time to read this, and for giving my story a shot. :-) | |
| Celeritas | Reviewed Chapter: 1 on 6/17/2009 |
| Okay, this definitely needs more reviews than it's currently getting. >:( There's so much that's good in this--I've already mentioned the marriage laws which are so wickedly underhanded. Isildur's dreams as well are good: is the peaceful one of Nimloth itself or its descendant? And then the horrible action-packed bits! How, I have to wonder, are they going to manage to stay hidden after all of this? More, please!! Author Reply: Hi Celeritas! I'm so sorry I didn't get to this until now. I was away due to health issues. I was very very pleased to come back and find your review though! And I'm for sure honored you think it needs more reviews. I'm sure that things were made very difficult for the Faithful, considering Pharzon was the grandson of one of the King who openly persecuted the Faithful. I left Isildur's dream open for interpretation. Whether it is of Nimloth or its descendant is unclear because I like leaving dream sequences open like that. I'm so happy you liked the action parts. Action is tough to write well and this story will have lots of it. I plan to post part 2 tonight or tomorrow. Thanks so very very much for your kind review. "hugs". | |
| Larner | Reviewed Chapter: 1 on 6/15/2009 |
| I am thinking unkind thoughts regarding Pharazon's men and their tactics! I only hope there had been some time for escape for her family! Author Reply: I think some of the King's men took matters into their own hands. It's common during times in great strife like this. But Pharzon is descendant from Gimilzor, who openly persecuted the Faithful and removed them from their home. It would have been good for Tindalome's family to escape, but alas, the muses wouldn't allow it. :-( I very much appreciate the review, and forgive the lateness in my reply. I was away due to RL. Thank you so much for reviewing this though! | |