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The Proposition  by Lindelea 4 Review(s)
DreamflowerReviewed Chapter: 14 on 5/6/2014
Perfect, my dear! Absolutely perfect! Ah, dear Viola...

Author Reply: Thank you! She does have a good heart, but...

EverlightReviewed Chapter: 14 on 5/6/2014
Well, their ploy is certainly working. Hally may be quiet but he's as sharp as anyone, maybe more so. The children's remarks definitely made it seem authentic to Violet and now the rumors will be spreading like wild fire.

Author Reply: Hally is the perfect picture of the phrase "still waters run deep". I think those who don't know him well or who don't pay close attention are inclined to underestimate him.

Thanks!

LarnerReviewed Chapter: 14 on 5/5/2014
And poor Violet doesn't appreciate just how much she as well as the ruffians are being taken in by this truly clever Bolger! Heh!

Author Reply: She certainly doesn't. Guess it's a testimony to Hally and Rose's skill...

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Garnet TookReviewed Chapter: 14 on 5/5/2014
Okay, I know Hally and Rose can't say anything to anyone about what they're up to, but having to deal with people like Violet into the bargain just makes it worse. I'm sure I could explain it, but I really don't like her. I know she's just being the typical hobbit of the time but she's a bit on the judgemental side and she just rubbed me wrong. Don't get me wrong, I think she was perfect for this story, I just don't think I'd like to meet her. :)

Author Reply: LOL! I read somewhere that JRRT himself found typical Shirefolk to be insular and tiresome. You're in good company!

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