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| The Terror of Buckland by Inkling | 17 Review(s) |
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| good_one_pip | Reviewed Chapter: 5 on 5/15/2005 |
| Oh, that was wonderful! You needn't apologize to Professor Tolkien; he would have been proud of your passion, even if that might not have been the tween Frodo he would have written. There aren't that many stories that show the Frodo-Merry relationship, and you now have so much potential. The way you developed the plot and characters was so good (and sad! I was near tears quite a few times!) I see you only have two stories up so far, and I intend to get right to reading your newest one. I love how much emotion you've poured into this one. How do you capture Frodo's spirit so perfectly? Keep writing more stories! Author Reply: Thank you so much for saying I've captured Frodo's spirit, I'm honored that you think so. Frodo's relationship with Merry is developed further in "All's Fair," as Merry is older. But that story is in a somewhat different vein than this one; I guess you could call it a coming-of-age story. Hope you like it! | |
| good_one_pip | Reviewed Chapter: 1 on 5/14/2005 |
| This is the first time I've read any of your stories, and I'm quite enjoying them. I started reading , but decided to look at some of the chapters from "The Terror of Buckland" first. It's a very interesting tween Frodo you've managed to capture. The Frodo still scarred by the loss of his parents, yet not yet scarred by the ring. The young, reckless, Frodo trying to find meaning in his life. I also like the gift of drawing you've given him. I myself love to sketch. It's sad that Frodo is so closed to everyone around him. I think it's going to take a Took, Brandybuck, and Gamgee to show him the true meaning of love. Unfortunately (or perhaps fortunately considering the tribulations needed to get to that point) that won't happen for quite a few years:) I love the line "a credit ot the famliy name...just now that seemed about as likely an event as the return of the king." Ironic, isn't it? Author Reply: Thank you so much! I’m glad that you like “my” tween Frodo. For some reason, it’s easy to imagine him as an artist as well as writer. You’re the first person ever to comment on the line about “the return of the King.” In Appendix A of LOTR it says “…for a long time many [Shire-folk] still looked for the return of the king. But at last that hope was forgotten, and remained only in the saying When the King comes back, used of some good that could not be achieved, or of some evil that could not be amended.” I thought it would be nice to use that somehow. Hope you enjoy the rest! | |
| Hyrui Neoju | Reviewed Chapter: 5 on 1/27/2005 |
| You are a Master Writter, truly, and I thank you for taking the time and effort to write such a wonderfull tale. I will treasure it as one of my favourites. Author Reply: And I thank YOU for taking the time and effort to let me know you liked it! It always brightens my day to hear from a reader, especially when it's been a while since the story was posted and I'm not really expecting it. | |
| MaidenofValinor | Reviewed Chapter: 5 on 1/18/2005 |
| Aw...what a beautiful story! Frodo's speech to Merry made me cry! Altogether a wonderful story and excellent idea. I'd like to see more of Frodo at Bag End, but, alas, most people think nothing of Merry without Pippin. I am off to read more of your work so hopefully you'll be getting more reviews from me! You really thrilled me. Thanks bunches! Author Reply: And thank YOU for your kind review! But, er, don't go looking for more of my work just yet, because I'm embarrassed to say that's all there is so far. I'm trying hard to finish story #2, which continues Frodo's adventures in Buckland. So with any luck, look for it in about a month. And thanks again for your interest and encouragement!! | |
| MaidenofValinor | Reviewed Chapter: 4 on 1/17/2005 |
| Aw...the begining is so sad! I am worried for Frodo! Eep! Very good job! I'll continue reading. | |
| MaidenofValinor | Reviewed Chapter: 3 on 1/17/2005 |
| GREAT CHAPTER! THat was one of the cleverest things I've chanced upon EVER! This is a wonderful story so far! I have not been finding much in the way of entertainment lately and this really made my day. Author Reply: Thank you so much...you really made MY day! I had a lot of fun writing this chapter, so I'm glad you had fun reading it. | |
| pipinheart | Reviewed Chapter: 4 on 12/21/2004 |
| You can feel how much frodo loved his parents,and they were taken from him at such a young age. He is teased and mocked,and he feels unloved by those that should love him. He goes to the river on a vengence,as a battle of wills. You feel a sadness for frodo,and want someone to love the orphan child... Great story... Author Reply: Frodo is loved more than he thinks, but not as much as he needs. It's nice to get feedback on the story's emotional impact...thank you! | |
| pipinheart | Reviewed Chapter: 5 on 12/21/2004 |
| Very nice...Frodo has great luck and it sends him into trouble...His uncle just dosen't understand him... It would be nice to see another story, with frodo and merry growing up,and him teaching merry things... A great story Author Reply: Well, now that you mention it...I am working on a sequel of sorts, set a few years later. While it doesn't center on Frodo's and Merry's relationship, that's definitely a part of it. So stay tuned, and thank you so much for taking the time to review this story, Pippenheart! I really appreciate it. | |
| LaughingBrook | Reviewed Chapter: 5 on 12/20/2004 |
| Thank you for writing this - not only did I thoroughly enjoy it, but I learned a few things, too! Author Reply: Ah, entertaining AND educational...glad to hear it! Thanks, LaughingBrook! | |
| Larner | Reviewed Chapter: 5 on 12/16/2004 |
| Love it as always. Author Reply: Thanks for your kind words, Larner. ps--I've added three of your fics to my backlogged "to read" list, including your WIP...they look marvelous! | |