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A Long and Weary Way  by Canafinwe 6 Review(s)
obsidianjReviewed Chapter: 44 on 3/27/2014
As if hunger and cold and snow is not enough, now you also send Wargs on his tail. You are an evil author *g*. Aragorn needs a real break soon.

Lily BagginsReviewed Chapter: 44 on 12/29/2013
I hope that wherever Aragorn ends up next, he gets some new boots, poor man!

I didn't know you could eat pine bark, though I suppose I should since we have tons of pine trees around here and the squirrels feast on them all the time.

This story is wonderfully informative as well as greatly entertaining!

Author Reply: Ah, new boots: much easier said than done, I'm afraid! I'm delighted that the story is proving informative: I had a lot of fun with my assorted research.

TathrienReviewed Chapter: 44 on 12/23/2013
"He shifted the rope just a little to be sure that Gollum was still at the end of it. An irritated tug was his answer..."
Most of the time, Gollum's stubborn mischief makes me want to throw up my hands in frustration, but snarky moments like this sure make me laugh!

I'm glad Aragorn has finally been able to catch a break, but as much as I might hope, I have a feeling it's not going to last too much longer.

As always, well done! I enjoy all the little details you include that make the story seem so real and are evidence of the time and research you put into your work!

Merry Christmas!

Author Reply: Merry Christmas!

Snarky: the very word! I'm glad to make you laugh now and then; there isn't much humour in this story, but what there is is chiefly of the wry and sarcastic variety like this. I'm thrilled to know you love the details. And no, Aragorn's luck can't last forever, now can it?

Thank you for the lovely review!

MarianelReviewed Chapter: 44 on 12/15/2013
Draw near and be warm Estel says to gollum .In general Im an optimist and I think Gollum would have slept under the blanket with Estel if it wasnt for those dratted Warg lurking nearby.In Sweden we say that you have your heart up in your throat and that is when youre really scared you can feel it in your whole body.Like I did last night when I drove my car in dark countryside after my friends wedding through terrible wind,fog and drivning rain and tiniest visibility ahead.Thats like I felt for Estel in that tree!Wow cant wait till next chapter:)!

Author Reply: I hope you're right about Gollum... unfortunately we'll never know now. I'm so glad to hear the chapter was adequately suspenseful! That drive sounds terrible indeed: I'm glad you came through it safely! Winter travel is always such a challenge, in Real Life and in Middle-earth.

shireboundReviewed Chapter: 44 on 12/15/2013
Dear old Bilbo and his tales. His grip around the trunk of the fir grew stronger and the ache in his legs seemed to abate a little.

I love these examples of how Bilbo was an inspiration and helped to lighten even the most dire moments.

Author Reply: Thank you! Aragorn's love and admiration for him are both so apparent during their brief interactions in the book. I'm sure he could not help but carry the memory and spirit of his friend with him, especially on this journey.

UTfrogReviewed Chapter: 44 on 12/15/2013
I gave an actual shiver of fear and cold while reading this chapter. Dear Bilbo came to the rescue. You are back to sending Aragorn (and us) lurching from crisis to crisis. Great reading. Thanks

Author Reply: Ooh, good to know it was that evocative; thank you! Bilbo is such a wonderful friend to have, isn't he? Such a help in a tight spot, even just through the strength of memory. Thank you as always!

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