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| A Long and Weary Way by Canafinwe | 6 Review(s) |
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| obsidianj | Reviewed Chapter: 14 on 1/19/2014 |
| That must have been such a low point for Aragorn. Admitting to himself that he has failed that he will never find Gollum. But when he reached his lowest point, his luck seems to turn. The Ithilien Rangers let him go and even provide him with water ans food. So goes the first encounter between Faramir and his king, both of them unaware who the other is. | |
| Suzelle | Reviewed Chapter: 14 on 12/6/2013 |
| Gaaah, this is SO GOOD!! I am loving every step! Aragorn's recognition of his failure is prudent but no less painful for that, and I adored the near miss with the Rangers (and I'm assuming the Captain is one son of Denethor...???). Anyway, SO MANY EMOTIONS and can't wait to read more! Author Reply: Thank you so much! It's great to know the emotions come across well. That encounter with the Rangers... yes, it was the Captain of Ithilien himself, second son of the Steward, who made the judgement and left the provisions. So happy you liked it: it was great fun to write. | |
| ellon | Reviewed Chapter: 14 on 11/24/2013 |
| I absolutely love this story! This is such a unique perspective on the trials that Aragorn lived through prior to the main storyline. I find it fascinating how you explained his progress through the caves and the experience with Shelob. I also appreciate how you make evident his experience as a healer and are able to make me cringe with the explanation of each additional injury. GREAT Author Reply: Thank you so much! I'm thrilled to know that you think so highly of the story, and I hope you continue to enjoy it. The encounter with Shelob was very interesting to write, both because of Gollum's established friendship with her (meaning that of course his trail would have led thither eventually) and because Tolkien's remark that Aragorn had some special knowledge about the origin and true meaning of the name "Cirith Ungol" suggest very strongly that our hero must have wandered that way! And as for the wounds... I'm glad you appreciate that, because it only keeps on. | |
| shirebound | Reviewed Chapter: 14 on 11/24/2013 |
| Stricken with awe that brought unshed tears to his weary eyes, Aragorn bowed his head. There was yet hope in the world while good men dwelt in Gondor. What a lovely moment in the midst of such disaster. Author Reply: Thank you so much. Disaster indeed: the apt description made me smile. | |
| UTfrog | Reviewed Chapter: 14 on 11/24/2013 |
| Yea! He made it to the marshes. Blessings on Faramir and his men. I so hope Aragorn later realizes who saved him and he can truly express his thanks. I also think the Valar had no small part in this rescue, perhaps guiding the ranger band toward the Orc campfire. Thank you. Author Reply: Yes, the Marshes at last! You've been waiting so patiently. I'm sure you're right and the Valar had some part in the business. With two such Faithful men involved, how could they not? | |
| Praveen | Reviewed Chapter: 14 on 11/24/2013 |
| Such was the mercy shown to a suspect stranger by the Captain of Ithilien. Tears came into my eyes reading these lines, even as they sprung into Aragorns eyes. Your quality will be known to your King ere ever you meet him, Lord Faramir. Very well written. (I am rarely moved to comment, but this is one such occasion). Author Reply: Thank you so much; it means a lot to me that you felt this chapter was worthy of comment, and that you were so moved. I love Faramir dearly: such a loyal and loving man, almost Elven-wise himself and a worthy right hand to our Elessar. It was wonderful to explore this sort of early double-blind encounter. | |