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| The Findaráto Diaries by Fiondil | 13 Review(s) |
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| hawkeye | Reviewed Chapter: 7 on 7/29/2014 |
| So Finrod's character doesn't seem to have changed much. While I suspected this, I'm really happy about it. It's wonderful to see him rediscovering himself, seeing that what essentially made him who he was is still there. I really enjoyed Irmo's little test and how you tied it in with Finrod's previous life decisions. It's those parts of him that made him a great leader. While a part of me was sad to see him leave, it's also fun to see him move on. After seeing a bit of Námo and Yavanna, I'm really curious to see more of Irmo. Hopefully he will stick around for this second phase the way his brother has in the first. Thanks for another fun chapter! Author Reply: Character is character and it's pretty much set in by the time someone reaches adulthood so it stands to reason that Finrod would still be Finrod regardless. And we'll see Irmo off and on while we're in Lórien. Thanks for reviewing, hawkeye. I appreciate it. | |
| Kitty | Reviewed Chapter: 7 on 7/28/2009 |
| That little journey must have been quite an experience for Finrod, with all these new sights and smells. Nice. Love that counting-out rhyme *grin* And a good way to decide which path to take, too. Though it might not have been the best idea to chose the overgrown path at that fork. No wonder he fainted in the end, after not drinking much in that heat. Poor ellon, what a beginning to his time in Lórien! Though, if I think about it, it seems somehow quite like Finrod. Taking the easier path seems not the option he's usually chosing, isn't it? Author Reply: With Finrod, taking the easy path does not seem to be an option with him, which is why he left Aman in the first place. That is the lesson of this particular "maze". | |
| Tari | Reviewed Chapter: 7 on 7/27/2009 |
| Findaráto is showing wisdom which he does not even realize he has. Author Reply: Very true, Tari. Thanks. | |
| Agape4Gondor | Reviewed Chapter: 7 on 7/22/2009 |
| I am astounded - which I shouldn't be - at Findarato's 'acceptance' of all that is happening to him. It is disconcerting.... not for him, but for me, the reader... for I feel for him. To be like that - almost like a fish out of water - and yet, acquiesce - hmmmmm... His thoughtfulness is almost inspiring. *g* As for the haversack - oh dear - it reminds me of Josh Lyman in 'West Wing' - always running around with that thing over his shoulder. *giggles* Author Reply: Hi Agape. Findarato is still young enough emotionally and still unsure about things to take things at face value and be more accepting than he would be if he were fully mature emotionally. But he is inspiring regardless. I remember that about Josh Lyman! *löl* | |
| Arasinda | Reviewed Chapter: 7 on 7/14/2009 |
| Dear Fiondil, The act of being reborn from Finrod's point of view has been most enjoyable. Comparing his experiences to Glorfindel's causes me to reread part of Glorfindel Redux, as well as, go back and check your Tapestry stories. Although I have been a great lover of LOTR since college, I have primarily been interested in Tolkien's Aman. With the addition of Christopher Tolkien's HOME series, much has been cleared up; however, I've always craved more information and stories about the Elves in Aman. With your stories and novels many holes are being filled that seem to fit very well with Tolkien's mythology, especially his perception of the afterlife for Elves and Mortals. The stories also extend the feeling of taking great joy in life and love. Thank you for the joy that you've added to my life. Sincerely, Arasinda Author Reply: Hello Arasinda. Thank you so much for your lovely words. They have made my day!I really appreciate you taking the time to let me know how much you are enjoying this and my other stories. I always was interested in the Evles in Aman as well which is why many of my stories center around that theme. | |
| Thalanee | Reviewed Chapter: 7 on 7/13/2009 |
| Sorry to hear about your internet woes! I hope you are alright otherwise! I certainly flinched when Finrod told Ingil that he doesn´t remember his parents. It made me feel a bit sad, but that´s nothing in comparison to what Finrod must feel. It´s so easy to forget that the Reborn really don´t remember these things. I had to laugh though when I saw just how he chose his path, but as he said it´s as good a way as any (and it gave me a pause when I remembered reading about Glorfindel´s maze and thinking that i would probably use such a rhyme to get started). I understood why Finrod chose the overgrown path instead of the other: it would be much more interesting to see what might be hidden there! That choice at the well was about hope too in a way: drinking would imply giving up, while not drinking woul be refusing to give up and hope that things will turn out for the better... that didn´t come out exactly right, but I don´t really know how to put what I thought into words (I´ll have to practice my english) Looking forward to more! ;-) Greetings, Thalanee Author Reply: Hi Thalanee. Actually your comment about hope is very apt and well put. Thank you for sharing your insight. I am glad you enjoyed this chapter. Except for the internet woes I am doing fine otherwise. Thanks again for reviewing. I really appreciate it. | |
| njomo | Reviewed Chapter: 7 on 7/12/2009 |
| Hi Fiondil, I am sorry to hear the cause of your Internet woes. I don't listen to a lot of news (it's better for the blood pressure *grin*) but it also means I miss out on a lot of information that is good to know. It was interesting reading about Finrod's trip through the maze in light of what we already know about Glorfindel's maze experience. At least Finrod did not stumble out upon two laughing Valar--sorry, I couldn't resist! Hmmm...Finrod gets the "impossible choice" and Glorfindel...well, Glorfindel gets labeled "stubborn". But yes, they are two very different personalities. In looking back over some of your comments about Glorfindel's experience in the maze, you remarked that the conversation between the Fëanturi was "a test for Glorfindel, trying to gauge his emotional reactions." That helps me put Finrod's experience in better perspective, but it's interesting that they seem to treat Finrdod gently whereas it always seemed to me the two Valar knew exactly what to do and say to provoke Glorfindel as he emerged from the maze. I suppose any real comparison between their two experiences is not really fair. But I did think at the beginning of this story that Finrod seemed more fragile in some ways than Glorfindel after his re-embodiment, and in that case the Fëanturi handled the two ellyn as the condition of each warranted. I liked the interlude with Ingil as the two travel to Lórien. It brought me up short when Finrod could not remember his atar. I don't know about Finrod, but it certainly left me feeling bleak. It's probably hindsight on my part, knowing the relationship they have developed by the time we see them together in EI 1. One does forget how much the reborn have to adjust to in these first years and just how much there is in a person's life to remember-or forget-especially if one is as long-lived as the elves. And in the end, Finrod learns a lot about himself. He has made great strides already since being reborn, and has learned a lot even in just this one day. As always, most excellent! Thanks Fiondil. Joanne Author Reply: Hi Joanne. Yes, Finrod and Glorfndel are two different ellyn and the Valar necessarily treat them differently as well. I am glad you liked this chapter and what it reveals about Finrod, especially in light of what we know of him in Elf, Interrupted. Thanks for a wonderful review. I really appreciate it. | |
| Ellie | Reviewed Chapter: 7 on 7/12/2009 |
| Loved the counting game! Leave it to Finrod to use an elvish "One potato, Two potato," to work out which way to go. That sounds like something Glorfy would use! Too Funny! The tests put before the Reborn are difficult ones, but they do offer much insight. I loved the fact that the wine he was rewarded with at the end was the best he had ever had in either life time. Very nice touch at the end there. Sorry my reviews aren't more thorough, but it is hard to think with someone yanking my hand off the keyboard every few minutes or asking me things all the time. I can't stay focused long enough to say what I want to say. Author Reply: Hi Ellie. Thanks for the review and don't worry, I appreciate whatever comments you are able to make. I am glad you liked Finrod's method of choosing a path. It was fun coming up with an Elvish version of the old rhyme. These tests are hard but necessary and offer the Reborn much insight into their psyches. | |
| Larner | Reviewed Chapter: 7 on 7/12/2009 |
| Interesting to see these choices given and his reactions. His character and determination have not been lost to him with his death. Author Reply: No, they have not, Larner, and that is the whole point of these mazes, to show that a person's character remains the same in spite of death. | |
| Sunny | Reviewed Chapter: 7 on 7/12/2009 |
| I liked Finrod’s way of picking out the road to follow at the beginning of the maze. Well, he had to pick _one_, didn’t he, and that was as good a method as any other when all choices seem to be equal. :-) Finrod chose the road less traveled by this time, too (Have you been reading Robert Frost?) _And_ stubborn enough to stay with it, even when the path became almost impassable. Just as he stuck with his choices in his previous life. Author Reply: Thanks, Sunny. I thought it was a fun way to choose too. The whole adventure of course is a reflection of his past life and his present character while also forcing him to start making choices again. | |