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| Adagio by Rose Sared | 6 Review(s) |
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| TithenFeredir | Reviewed Chapter: 1 on 11/3/2005 |
| I read this story long ago, before I figured out that authors enjoy the reviews they get, even mine. It's been long enough that the tale reads like new again. First, as always, I love the wonderfully original phrases that populate your writing. They are scattered throughout this chapter. For me the pick of the litter is below. "He watched as his Captain stumped asymmetrically back to his reviewing post..." I got a visual and didn't stop laughing for a while. The dialogue about "feast-day friends" was surprising but believeable, and poor Legolas' discomfort with the subject was quite amusing. I wonder how he ever got hooked up with someone like Minuial. The introduction of Tolman was interesting but again, very plausible. You make Middle-earth familiar and real. Reading your stuff is an education, Rose. ~TF Author Reply: Even yours, indeed! I'll have you know you write vintage reviews that make the whole process of writing seem possible. I am trying to think of a decent short scifi story for a writers workshop with Joan Vinge at the moment ( with a notable lack of sucess I might add - sigh) so fanfic land is off limits. But I have to tell you getting a lovely surprise like your appreciation of my wobbly style makes the thing much more likely. Thank you.Rose goes off and hugs herself. BTW - Our fav. elf is such a boy, he just loves all the hunt'n, 'venturing and shoot'n stuff,aye? So I figured he would be attracted by a female that embodied quite a few of those traits, and then, having got her, not know at all what he was supposed to do with her. Simple at heart most males, heh, most females are notably not! Sorry, can you tell I am procrastinating about writing? LOL Rose | |
| lwarren | Reviewed Chapter: 1 on 5/5/2004 |
| I love the beginning of this story - so much to take in and digest!:) Feast day friends, hmmmm? I've often wondered what mature, unmarried elves did...personally I don't subscribe to the impassive, passionless figures of some stories. Controlled, yes...to a point. But not completely. Otherwise, how could the Kinslayings be explained? Your character interaction is very good...I hope Gimli and Legolas resolve their argument. And way to go, Tom! He's great!! Can't wait to read more. linda Author Reply: How nice to get a review a while after a story has been posted, I am most flattered by your enjoyment of my writing. Thanks. Rose | |
| Lindorien | Reviewed Chapter: 1 on 4/28/2004 |
| Dawn broke red over the kingdom of Gondor, but after ninety-eight years of enforced peace and muscular justice, the day arrived now with no more portent than a certain promise of spring showers. Rose, in all our back and forth of this, have I ever made mention that this is one kick-butt opening line? I soooo wish I'd thought of it first. Really glad to see you here. This is truly a nice story and I am happy you found our own little corner of heaven. Lindorien Author Reply: Nice to hear from you too, thanks for all your support and thanks for the review,goodness knows why it took me so long to post here, wish I'd done it ages ago and I am feeling very welcome and at home now I have. Rose | |
| Ms. Whatsit | Reviewed Chapter: 1 on 4/24/2004 |
| Oh, I like this! Great characterization of Legolas and Aragorn, interesting concept of "feast-day friends" (do not like Minuial. Do not like any girl who is mean to Legolas) and funny dialogue. Legolas and Gimli must make up, though! And I like it how you don't shy away from the issue of Aragorn's age. He must be quite old 98 years into his reign. I hope we see more of Tolman, too. | |
| Bodkin | Reviewed Chapter: 1 on 4/23/2004 |
| This is lovely. I already love Tolman - the talented hobbit. And the idea of feast-day friends. And Gimli's embarrassment. And Aragorn with a sense of humour. Keep writing - I want to find out what happens next. | |
| Jay of Lasgalen | Reviewed Chapter: 1 on 4/23/2004 |
| I can tell I'm going to enjoy this story. You have a lovely use of language and expression, and some wonderful OCs, not to say good characterisation of Legolas and Aragorn. The 'feast-day friends' sounds rather interesting as well! Poor Gimli must have been rather shocked. Jay | |