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| Whispers in the Dark by Itarille | 4 Review(s) |
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| Lindelea | Reviewed Chapter: 1 on 11/4/2024 |
| Well done! The back-and-forth (and Faramir's reactions) flowed smoothly and realistically. I'm always glad to read bookverse; the filmverse of Faramir taking Frodo and Sam to Osgiliath has always seemed so out of character for Faramir, to my mind, anyway. As I read, I was reminded of a mock sword fight I'd seen, with the combatants constantly in motion, probing each other's defenses, adapting moves based on their opponent's responses, seeking for weaknesses. Even Faramir's final move in the encounter, his choice to laugh, reminded me of a feint that involved falling back a step and possibly drawing one's opponent off balance. (In Faramir's case, falling back enabled him to disengage.) That said, I wish I knew more about sword arts. In my writing, I have usually felt the need to run fight or sword practice scenes past other people who are more knowledgeable about the topic. Faramir certainly shows his quality in this scene. Author Reply: Thank you! I'm honoured it reminded you of a mock sword fight. I know nothing about swordsmanship, but I did envision a back-and-forth, almost like a duel, for this story. I’m also glad you feel this scene captures Faramir’s quality. I hesitated to write about him being tempted, as I believe he never intended to take the Ring. But then I realized that being tempted is not the same as giving in to temptation. | |
| Lady Forlong | Reviewed Chapter: 1 on 10/31/2024 |
| That pesky ring found a way to tempt everyone. I had never thought about what might have gone through Faramir's mind, but you're right that it would be unrealistic to think that the thought of taking it when it was in his power to do so would not have at least occurred to him. Good thing he didn't give in, for Frodo in particular and for Middle-earth in general. Nice little glimpse into Faramir's mind. Author Reply: Thank you for reading and leaving a review. I hope my story has not been misleading: Faramir never thought, never intended, to take the Ring. He heard the temptation, yes. The Ring tempted him to think that it was his duty to take the Ring. With Faramir, his duty has become his desire--the desire to see Minas Anor prosperous and beautiful, the desire to lay down his life for Gondor, the desire to share his father's burden. He considers himself ordinary, but he certainly is not. Author Reply: Yes, a good thing he did not give in, for himself most of all. Thank you again for leaving a review! | |
| Antane | Reviewed Chapter: 1 on 10/27/2024 |
| Le hannon for this beautiful story about a beautiful man. Love him and this gap-fillet. I can well believe it happened in just this way. Namarie, God bless, Antane :) Author Reply: Thank you for reading and leaving a review. A beautiful man, indeed. I am glad you found the story believable. | |
| shirebound | Reviewed Chapter: 1 on 10/26/2024 |
| Somehow the thought comforted him. He was an ordinary man, as weak as any other. What an interesting revelation. Many strive for the extraordinary life and are frustrated with the ordinary one they're living. Here you show how 'ordinary' may be a treasure greater than most others. Author Reply: I, for one, want to be special and chafe at being ordinary. But great persons, I imagine (as I am not one), would not cling to their greatness and would consider themselves ordinary. Thank you for leaving a comment! | |