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| The Way Home by Lindelea | 3 Review(s) |
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| Lady Forlong | Reviewed Chapter: 54 on 2/22/2026 |
| I love his new vision of Gandalf, and how he thinks at first that now he's going to have to think of a new name for him. I'd never noticed that "Gandalf the White" didn't wear a hat. And I also love the way many of them had this hope that no matter what happened, things would come out right in the end. I'm glad the pony caught that vision as well. Author Reply: When JRRT describes Gandalf the White, he leaves off any mention of a hat or hood. The films apparently interpreted this as meaning "no hat". When writing Bill's description of Gandalf in this chapter, I closed my eyes and remembered Ian McKellen's portrayal, and it felt right somehow. Bill's inner Voices are heavily Gandalfian in nature. I don't know if the wizard is actually speaking to the pony at any point (especially considering all the things that must be keeping him busy at any one time), or if he imparted some essence of himself in giving Bill the words of guard and guiding. There are arguments for both sides. For example, Frodo heard Gandalf shout, "Take it off! Take it off! Fool, take it off! Take off the Ring!" on the summit of Amon Hen, which suggests that Gandalf might have spoken to Bill, mind to mind. Alternatively, the wizard's essence within Bill might have grown and changed when he was sent back, conveying a clearer vision of the Song and the Plan (and Planner) that Bill admits is beyond his understanding even as it makes him ultimately hopeful, no matter what the outcome may be. Sorry, I'm rambling. I need to wander off in search of some protein. Or water. Or something. Thanks for reading and for taking the time to share your thoughts! I do appreciate it. | |
| KathyG | Reviewed Chapter: 54 on 2/20/2026 |
| I hope Bob will be all right! If anyone has to die, it should be the Ruffians. Bill has learned so much on his journey! Did he become a equine Istar in the process? =) LOL! Author Reply: LOL! He's not exactly a wizard among equines, though he has been heavily influenced by Elves and Wizards! Thanks. I appreciate hearing your thoughts. | |
| shirebound | Reviewed Chapter: 54 on 2/20/2026 |
| d it seems to me that I hear the deep, rich tones of both wizards of my acquaintance blending together with them, sounding in harmony, almost as if we are all parts of a great Song. That's so lovely. Bill has indeed grown an incredible and admirable amount, like all the rest of his Fellowship has... or will. Author Reply: It makes sense to me that he would have grown, especially when I think of how the Professor described him in Rivendell, and the way Gandalf spoke directly to him before the Doors of Moria and called him a "wise beast". I hope his growing ability to perceive light and darkness (that is, spiritual, not physical in this context) is believable, too. He has been keeping awesome company over the last few months...! Thanks! | |