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| The Findaráto Diaries by Fiondil | 5 Review(s) |
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| hawkeye | Reviewed Chapter: 21 on 7/30/2014 |
| I have a new favorite character if possible. Lord Oromë was fantastic. I love how even this mighty hunter was still able to calm Finrod and center him. One thing that I'm really enjoying is how "good" the Valar are. It sounds odd, but my reading experience outside of Tolkien himself typically portrays them as capricious, much like the Greek deities. It's wonderful to read a story where they are not, where they are characters both interesting and worthy of love in their own right. At first I was afraid that Arafinwë was going to be upset by what happened, or perhaps the guards would react the way the courtiers have been. I think it's going to be important for Finrod to make some friends here, and of course it was lovely to see him getting to do something with his atar. On a side note I'm glad Arafinwë took Amarië to task over her behavior. Thanks for an exciting chapter :D Author Reply: Oromë is one of my favorite Valar and I like write him whenever he deigns to make an appearance. While the Valar in my stories are flawed to some extent being created beings like all the rest of us, they are also "good" and "loving" because they are "Loved" and know it. I try to show that through my stories. Arafinwë, being a king, probably has more interaction with the Valar than most of his subjects so he's a bit more used to how they operate and is willing to "go with the flow", so to speak, and the guards are professionals and know their place and duty. I'm glad you found the chapter to your liking, Hawkeye. Thanks for reviewing. I appreciate it. | |
| Kitty | Reviewed Chapter: 21 on 10/26/2009 |
| Well, at least the memory Finrod relived wasn't too bad. And he seems to have done quite well during the Hunt with Oromë. I wonder a bit what Amarië will have to say about that, considering her behaviour of late ... Speaking of which, I am glad Arafinwë gave her a piece of his mind. That was well deserved :) Author Reply: Re-reading this story and making minor corrections for the MEFAs and occasionally coming across reviews that I didn't respond to for some reason. I hate that. Anyway, I'm glad you enjoyed this chapter. I doubt Amarië was told about the Hunt with Oromë. This was definitely a 'guy' thing. *grin* | |
| Larner | Reviewed Chapter: 21 on 10/21/2009 |
| This is one way to effectively work off tension. And it is a good lesson for his folk to learn. Now, for Amarie to internalize it! Author Reply: I guess so, Larner. *grin* Of course, we know that it is some while before Amarie comes around. | |
| Sunny | Reviewed Chapter: 21 on 10/20/2009 |
| “When it comes to the Reborn, my son, expect the unexpected.” Definitely the very best advice possible when it comes to dealing with the Reborn. Let us hope Arafinwë takes it to heart - and if he is smart, he will also share it with Eärwen and others who are close to him. (Whether they take that advice - that is another thing entirely!!) Author Reply: Oh yes, Sunny. It's one thing to hear these words but it is another thing to internalize them. I am sure Arafinwe is indeed smart enough to share that bit of wisdom with his wife and others. | |
| Tari | Reviewed Chapter: 21 on 10/20/2009 |
| That was quite an adventure. Now perhaps the other ellon will have a little understanding as to what poor Finrod is going thru. It has to be very frustrating not having much memory of your previous life. Author Reply: Obviously, Tari, it has to be very frustrating, but we know that eventually Finrod's memories will surface, at least all the important ones. | |