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In the Keeping of the King by shirebound	7 Review(s)
PSW	Reviewed Chapter: 5 on 11/8/2015
This was a wonderful story -- I really loved it. It's good to see the hobbits reunited and working back toward health and hobbitish-ness... :-) Thanks for writing! Author Reply: Oh, thank you so much! I never tire of hobbits enjoying the healing, respect, light banter, and comfort that I feel they deserve.

Aromene	Reviewed Chapter: 5 on 9/23/2015
It's been ages since I last read this. I still love this take on the hours after Frodo and Sam awoke, and Frodo's shock, but also just the completely sweet and honest conversations had by all, here at the end. Just what I needed today. Off to read another one. Author Reply: Thank you so much, Aromene. I remember how much I enjoyed writing this story (it was my favorite for a long time), and it's a delight to know that it's still being enjoyed. I'll never tire of 'sweet' moments for our beloved hobbits. :)

julchen11	Reviewed Chapter: 5 on 5/4/2007
“The Shire is its own realm," Aragorn murmured, "and I doubt they need a king." He smiled fondly at the four hobbits, laughing and talking. "... only each other." Oh my, what a story. It has become at once one of my favourites, dearie. So what do we need? Only each other and hobbits. You and those hobbits will always be in my heart. Thank you again, Janet, for this wonderful story. I don’t like this story, I simply LOVE it! Author Reply: Thank you so much for your lovely reviews, Julchen. You've helped me re-live the joy and satisfaction I felt while writing this story. These are the hobbits, king, and wizard I love so dearly. I'm so glad their characters shine through. hugs you tightly

obsidianj	Reviewed Chapter: 5 on 12/29/2006
What a lovely story. I can see the hobbits, Aragorn and Gandalf come to life. I think you gave a very good description of how unreal the survival felt to Frodo. But it really hit home with me with Pippin's outburst. Author Reply: Thank you so much. I tried to show how much the hobbits care for one another, and how much their friends care for all of them. I especially enjoy it when the hobbits take turns in comforting, and needing comfort, as Pippin did in this story. :D

Queen Galadriel	Reviewed Chapter: 5 on 10/12/2006
Oh, I love, love, love, love this!!! I think I read some before, somewhere else, but then this summer's doings threw everything into turmoil and I forgot about it. I'm so glad I found it again in my search for others' interpretations of the period I'm writing in now with "Renewal". The joy and shock at being alive, the happy awakenings and reunions, Frodo comforting Pippin, and Frodo's talk with Sam...and the haircuts! LOL! I'd so love to see a little fic in which Frodo received that haircut, and of course Sam would need one too. And the feast was the best! Yummm...sneaks off to the kitchen :) :) Thank you for such a lovely read! God bless, Galadriel Author Reply: Thank you so much! And I'm loving your story, as well. There can never be enough tending, healing, or loving attention paid to the hobbits, as far as I'm concerned. And we all have a different perspective on these events, and our own "story" to tell. What a joy.

Elf Friend	Reviewed Chapter: 5 on 2/6/2005
This whole story was lovely! The last line was my favorite part. ^^ hugs the hobbits They're so cute!! Thanks for this awesome story!! :) Author Reply: And thank you for this awesome review! This story is very close to my heart. I really appreciate you letting me know that you enjoyed it.

fadagaski	Reviewed Chapter: 5 on 2/23/2004
That was beautiful, truly. I thought your characterisation of Frodo, especially, was perfect; damaged goods, but worth every penny - like a rare antique. His interractions with the other hobbits were wonderful too, especially that last little incident with Pippin. Thank you for this lovely fic! Author Reply: Thank you! I had a wonderful time writing this, and I'm so happy folks are still enjoying it!

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