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| Following the Other Wizard: journey into healing by jodancingtree | 6 Review(s) |
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| Calime | Reviewed Chapter: 20 on 7/30/2004 |
| Wow! That was powerful! You have really brought this story into another zone entirely. From mystical and reflective, filled with beautiful and emotional revelations, to downright heart pounding. Will it evolve again? Onward! | |
| FantasyFan | Reviewed Chapter: 20 on 2/17/2004 |
| The thing I find most interesting is that the orcs are coming to grips with who they are. They did not even think to deny the truth of Radagast's story about their origins. Frodo believes Canohando can smell a lie in this chapter, perhaps he could tell the truth of what Radagast was saying. It is brutal, to never allow even a little lie, for the truth of the world is often brutal indeed. I like the way that Frodo is courageous, at the same time as he is afraid. I remember someone telling me once that bravery isn't the absence of fear: it is the acting on what you know you must do even when you are absolutely terrified. Frodo here certainly embodies that definition, but it's very much like him to follow through on his promises, no matter the personal cost. I am enjoying how you write his character. Author Reply: Tolkien said somewhere that the orcs served Sauron, but they also hated him (Morgoth, too, when he was in power). Perhaps one of the traits of the Children that they retained even in their degradation, was the capacity to recognize a lie? And if so, it would only add to their torment in serving those masters of lies. Tolkien doesn't say the elves could do this, and yet I would hate to try lying to Elrond - or even to Legolas. I think they'd know. And I think Frodo embodies that definition of courage all through the Quest. jo | |
| Carol | Reviewed Chapter: 20 on 2/16/2004 |
| I just wanted to say that I have enjoyed this story all along, but since the introduction of the orcs has made it more compelling than ever. I love the idea of the orcs having the opportunity to change because Sauron is gone and his influence is fading. Frodo's courage is amazing. He hasn't set himself an easy task! Author Reply: I'm so glad you're enjoying it! I think that the possibility of redemption is implicit in Tolkien's work, and with Sauron defeated *and* the Ringbearer present, even the orcs begin to have choices... jo | |
| Gentle Hobbit | Reviewed Chapter: 20 on 2/16/2004 |
| This continues to be brilliant. I am particularly fascinated by the internal war that Canohando is waging, and the kinship he feels (if reluctant to admit) with Frodo. I also find it a fascinating idea that the orcs can sense a mark of the Ring upon Frodo, a leftover presence of sorts, that they respond to, for better or for ill. I am eagerly looking forward to your next chapters! Author Reply: It would seem like there must be some mark of the Ring on Frodo, even now, I think - a thing of such terrible power, and him just a hobbit. Amazing that he could endure it, even heal from it - but not without a scar... jo | |
| Lossenchristal | Reviewed Chapter: 20 on 2/16/2004 |
| I like your story! It is very different, but I like the way Frodo is making friends with the orcs! Very well done! ~Lossenchristal:) Author Reply: Thank you, Lossenchristal! I'm glad you're reading! jo | |
| shirebound | Reviewed Chapter: 20 on 2/16/2004 |
| "I have fought that battle, and it is ill to fight alone. I would have been destroyed by it, alone." "So, you stand with me in the battle, Ninefingers? You had better hope I win it!" VERY interesting! I feel as if I'm standing right next to them, holding my breath to see what happens next. Author Reply: Oh, good! Thank you - I hoped it would feel that way. jo | |