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| In Darkness Bound by Fiondil | 5 Review(s) |
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| Larner | Reviewed Chapter: 20 on 11/13/2010 |
| A good manner for Arafinwe to begin dealing diplomatically with his father-in-law, considering what will happen all too soon as the Elves see it. Author Reply: Very true, Larner. Arafinwë will need all of his diplomatic skills then, unfortunately. Thanks for reading and reviewing. I much appreciate it. | |
| Tari | Reviewed Chapter: 20 on 11/9/2010 |
| I've always thought the description of Alqualondë to be like that of Venice, Italy. Unfortunatley, it sounds too idyllic to continue on without some kind of disruption. The attitude among the elves reminds me very much of mortals; always filled with distrust and misunderstandings. Author Reply: Hi, Tari. Apparently many people have thought the same about Alqualondë. And of course we know that the idyllic scene we have here will not last. The distrust and misunderstandings among the Eldar here are a consequence of Melkor's taint even upon those who never had any direct dealings with him. Thanks for reading and reviewing. I really appreciate it. | |
| Sunny | Reviewed Chapter: 20 on 11/8/2010 |
| Heh - Alqualondë - the Elvish Venice! :-) I understand Cemendil is likely to talk any questionses' ears off, given half a chance - that and his obliviousness to his surrounding when engaged in his studies is the mark of a true geek - but I don't think Tolkien ever gave us an elvish word for geek! ;-) I suppose that when Ingwë is talking about Melkor's poison among the Vanyar, he is thinking about Ingoldo and his cronies. And I suppose he can hope all he wants to for reason to prevail, but that is not going to happen! :-( Author Reply: Hi Sunny. Yes, the Elvish Venice, and why not? *grin* I don't think the word 'geek' had been invented in Tolkien's day. *LOL* And I don't think of Cemendil as a geek, just very enthusiastic. Unfortunately, we readers know that all the hopes of the Elves is so much straw, but of course, they don't know that yet. That's what makes much of this part of the story so poignant for me, knowing that it will all be for naught. Thanks for reading and reviewing, Sunny. I greatly appreciate it. | |
| 6336 | Reviewed Chapter: 20 on 11/8/2010 |
| Ah, now it makes sense, Ingwe going to Alqualonde, it is always better to ask for something face to face than in a letter. I think Camendil(sp) likes his reward, Olwe has taken good care of him, he will have many years of productive research before darker events overtake him and Falmaron. By the way has he been Re-born yet? I hope Ingwe enjoys his sightseeing trip, also that Lirille has packed the ginger biscuits! Huggs, Lynda Author Reply: Hi Lynda. Yes, a face-to-face meeting is always preferable to letters. As for Cemendil and his fate, that remains to be seen. In "Elf, Interrupted" I never specifically state whether Cemendil died in the Kinslaying or not, mainly because at the time I wrote that particular chapter I didn't know myself. I'm sure Lirillë packed plenty of ginger biscuits, though I doubt Ingwë is the sort who would allow himself to get sea-sick; it would ruin his image as the High King. *grin* Thanks for reading and reviewing. You know how much I look forward to your comments. | |
| Erulisse (one L) | Reviewed Chapter: 20 on 11/8/2010 |
| Running late for work, but just had to comment on the latest chapter. Love the idea of the realm of the Teleri resembling Venice - gondolas and all. Such a beautiful vision. And your description of the seawall and living arch clarify my internal vision of this device which has been honed through many stories. As always you are a master of words. More please? - Erulisse (one L) Author Reply: Hi Erulisse. Thank you for your compliment. I'm happy to know you love my version of Alqualondë. I've always thought that the Teleri would prefer living in a kind of water village, and Venice isn't the only place like that. When I was living in China I visited a village that until very recently could only be approached by boat, for it is erected around a series of canals and lakes. And just as in Venice, you have gondoliers who take you on a tour of the village. Thanks for reading and reviewing. I appreciate it very much (and I hope you weren't too late getting to work *grin*). | |