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| I Entulessë (The Return) by MJ | 3 Review(s) |
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| Larner | Reviewed Chapter: 6 on 9/28/2010 |
| Now, that was an exceedingly quick voyage to Aman, and it's interesting to learn that Gandalf is taking Frodo's suffering upon himself. Am glad that at last he's been convinced to allow another to take over. I do find the overly humble Olorin unusual--I'd certainly never imagined that to be true of him. But at least he's willing now to rest. | |
| FantasyFan | Reviewed Chapter: 6 on 9/21/2010 |
| And here's where the other shoe drops. The distractions Frodo has felt have had a purpose: to distract him from the pain and darkness of the wound on this anniversary. And Olorin's pain is not only the pain of the Morgul wound he has been absorbing, but also the pain of regret, and of a final parting he cannot (and would not try to) prevent, the pain of loss that is the other face of love. That sadness is one all parents know. The second half of this chapter is very entertaining. If hobbits are born of the song of Olorin, and Tooks are among his favorites, and Ványalos is a special friend, I would not be surprised to conclude he is the inspiration for all Tooks. I think Frodo will enjoy his company, once they meet. Author Reply: Parents, and, I'm finding, anyone who lives long enough. So many friends and family left behind, alas, always sad for the survivors. I can't recall if I ever come right out and say that Ványalos has his own connection to the Hobbits, but I definitely had that in mind (especially with Pippin). | |
| shirebound | Reviewed Chapter: 6 on 9/20/2010 |
| There's nothing I appreciate more than respect, comfort, and healing for Frodo, and I've been writing stories about it for eight years. What a joy to find this wise and gentle tale where Frodo's well-being is so carefully considered. | |