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| A Charge To Keep by French Pony | 89 Review(s) |
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| Tarí | Reviewed Chapter: 2 on 1/2/2013 |
| It's only the second chapter and I'm allready drawn into this story! During the the dinner, I could basically hear everyones voices. And the description of their facial expressions and bodylanguage... I love it, it create so much atmosphere. "He bites," Aragorn said. *xD* The scene in Gollum's cell is also great, I think it also says a lot about Thranduil's character. To show that much patience and mercy towards Gollum... Great piece of writing :) | |
| Tarí | Reviewed Chapter: 1 on 1/2/2013 |
| Wow, I like your story very much, it was great fun to read! Gandalf flattering the woodelves, Thranduil reserved yet just, Legolas and Aragorn... you captured their characters so well! I epspecially loved the part in the kitchens :D Keep it up :) | |
| mistry89 | Reviewed Chapter: 10 on 6/21/2006 |
| I enjoyed your "take" on the events leading up to Legolas' inclusion in The Fellowship very much. The difference between the the elven "kingdoms" is startling and it is lovely to have a guide through the wonders of Imladris. Thank you! | |
| ziggy | Reviewed Chapter: 10 on 5/29/2005 |
| Thsi has been great - thank you. I have always wondered about Legolas and how he came to be the bearere of the news. I always supected that there is much more that Tolkien wanted to write about this but never got round to- and he hints at so much in the council. Thranduil is wonderfully grave and tender and loving- you have brought home how hard it is in Mirkwood for the elves, and how Elrond must have felt a twinge. I have read elsewhere that Elrond would not have risked his own sons on the quest - but your explanation is perfect. I particlaulry enjoyed the way legolas felt in Imladris- feeling a little overwhelemed - Tolkien is at pains to stress that he is woodelf, and only mewtions briefly he is hte son of Thranduil- he is never referred to as a prince, I lie the differences you have drawn between the two realms. | |
| elliska | Reviewed Chapter: 10 on 5/24/2005 |
| I am so sorry for being so behind in reviews. This was an absolutely wonderful concluding chapter. I liked the idea of Legolas just staying in the house and reading. I imagine he would just love the opportunity (both time and resources). And I am very glad to see that Legolas learned about Bilbo's magic escape with the Dwarves. That is something I always wanted him to learn about while in Imladris. I like how he and Sam continue building their friendship--I definitely see those two as kindred spirits. But the part with Thranduil was just heartbreaking. I like that the messenger brings the news of the Ring in oral form--just as they would with important, sensitive info. And the letter from Legolas and Thranduil reaction was just too sad. I really like the reference to the Yule Masque and Legolas playing during the festivities in Imladris. Those little cultural details are very cool. And I loved Thranduil's package. Perfect! This was a terrific story, FP. It and Coming Home are my two favorites of yours now. Wonderful job! | |
| TithenFeredir | Reviewed Chapter: 10 on 5/24/2005 |
| I'm sad to see the tale end, though this point seems a very appropriate place to do so. I think you have done some very interesting and original things with this story like making ME a place where travel is very dangerous and where some have plenty while others live in habitual deprivation. That perspective seemed very realistic and made for some poignant moments. I really like your characterization of Legolas as a somewhat hesitant stranger in a strange land once he leaves Mirkwood. He also came off as very gentle but posessing the sort of courage that is all the more affecting because he is acting in spite of his justified fear. His letter to Thranduil was heartbreaking and the answer he received back was perfect, in my opinion. Thanks for a very satisfying read. ~TF | |
| The Karenator | Reviewed Chapter: 10 on 5/24/2005 |
| Nice job of wrapping this tale up. Luindil nodded. "Likely you will soon have other fears to occupy your mind," he said. "War is coming. Even were he close by your side, Legolas would not be safe. Perhaps his fortune will be kinder than ours, on whatever road he must travel." I really like this paragraph. Luindil made such a good point here. There's little safety to be had in ME as long as Sauron continues and when the inevitable war comes to Mirkwood, Legolas would no safer there than wherever he's off to on this errand. Still, it's a frightening thought for the king to not know exactly where this son has gone or how long he'll be gone...or even if he'll return. There's a real feeling of things being out of control here for Thranduil. I doubt he likes that feeling much. I like the way you sent off the Fellowship. The carved leaf was a nice touch. I also like the way you described each of the nine members as they waited to leave. Your descriptions were vivid and gave us glimpses into the different personalities. I liked the part where you said that they had already left Rivendell even if the journey had not yet begun. We see the mental preparation. I enjoyed this story, French Pony, and I look forward to the next one. Karen | |
| Lamiel | Reviewed Chapter: 10 on 5/23/2005 |
| Thank you so much for this lovely story. I'm sorry to see it end - it's been such a pleasant read. Thranduil's reaction in this chapter was perfect - the mixture of pride in his son and terror at what Legolas must face. Nicely done. | |
| Manderly | Reviewed Chapter: 10 on 5/23/2005 |
| What a wonderful story! I have enjoyed every bit of it though I have not reviewed as much as I should have, for which I apologize. I really liked the relationship between Thranduil and Legolas in this story. It was very real, very warm and this last chapter was rather heartbreaking when both father and son contemplate on an uncertain future without each other. Thank you for sharing this wonderful story with us and I hope we will see another one from you soon. | |
| daw the minstrel | Reviewed Chapter: 10 on 5/23/2005 |
| I think that I wish to spend the day reading stories. Now you're talking! That's my kind of rainy day activity. I was particularly struck by the little wooden leaf charm. That seemed very elfy to me. | |