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| Spring Awakenings by daw the minstrel | 27 Review(s) |
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| lwarren | Reviewed Chapter: 13 on 4/22/2004 |
| What a great story! I haven't reviewed before because of some stupidity and computer ignorance on my part, but I surely will from now on! This is one story I watch for daily for updates, and I've never, ever been disappointed. I have grown to love these characters through all their experiences in not only this story, but your others as well. The family dynamics of the King and his children are so well presented! You just do a wonderful job in telling their many stories, and this one is no exception! Elian is certainly giving his father a fit, but Celuwen seems to be just the level-headed influence he needs. Now if Thranduil can just see past the disobedience of his son to the asset his new daughter can become! Great stuff! Can't wait for more! Author Reply: I LOVE hearing from people who have been reading and then decide to tell me they like the stories. It's like a surprise present. Family dynamics are the thing I enjoy writing about most. Actually, I think one of the most appealing parts about Tolkien is the way he shows love and loyalty in family and friends. And Celuwen is a godsend. Thranduil should be deeply grateful for the way she will probably help to steady Eilian and deal with crazy settlers. Thank you for telling me you like the stories. | |
| Tapetum Lucidum | Reviewed Chapter: 13 on 4/22/2004 |
| A book? Our wild young warrior is going to read a book? He has changed a lot hasn't he? What nice manners! It is the same courtesy he offered to Gandalf as the walked into Medulseld. I enjoyed their little bonding session. It was good to clear the air completely and give Legolas a chance to let Celuwen know he was truly happy for her and his brother. The idea of her buying a personal ring for Eilian was a good one. I think it would mean a lot more to him. Maybe he needs another Rune of Protection?... Hooray for Galivion mentioning the problems with Tinar! Someone needed to be told and Ithilden is the right one for disciplining the obnoxious elf. Tinar is a lot of fun to read about, I'm just glad he doesn't work for me. Beliond and Maltanaur are probably the only two individuals in the realm that can get away with talking to Thranduil that way. I think Beliond did an excellent job of making his point extremely clear. Who wouldn't grow fond of the impudent cub? Thranduil truly loves his son, even if Legolas and Celuwen both think he does not give him enough credit. Thranduil's job his hard enough without the rash warrior stirring things up even more. I don't think Legolas ever realized just how hard it was to be a diplomat before his "little mission." Maybe Eilian needs to go on a few of these to be taught the importance of harmony in the realm. I think he might lose his patience - even if Tinar is not there. It is hard to believe that men could sneak into an elvish settlement. Celuwen's response was very accurate. Thranduil is starting to realize that Celuwen could definitely be an asset when it comes to dealing with all of these settlements. She has an "outsider's perspective." I believe I suggested it 2-3 chapters ago... when you hinted at it then (grin!). Your interlude with Ithilden and Alfirin was a good way to end the chapter. I am glad there is another one coming! Author Reply: Protection from what?! LOL I love that scene in TTT when Legolas offers Gandalf his arm. I've always thought I was probably the only person in the theater thinking approving thoughts about Ada Thranduil at that moment. He brought the boy up well. Thranduil and Eilian need to reach some sort of mutual understanding. They seem to do so off and on but then things get rocky again (which is actually what I think marriage is like, so I don't suppose I should be surprised). I rather like the impudent cub myself, the one that Beliond says in the next breath is like his father. Beliond has nerve! And you were clever about Celuwen! You saw it really early. :-) | |
| Elentari | Reviewed Chapter: 13 on 4/22/2004 |
| *fangirls you* this was amazing. very touching, And i really loved Celuwen buying her own ring for Eilian - she does not need Thrandy's riches! she got off well enough without! And Thranduil's reflections on his errant child was absolutely superb. not to mention I laughed myself silly with his confrontation with Beliond. Go beliond! hah! Author Reply: Thank you, Elentari. I was a little worried that this chapter would be slow -- well, except for Beliond. I thought people would like that. He seems to have fangirls of his own. Thranduil is gradually working his way to a calmer approach to Eilian, which is good, I think. He might find that Celuwen is an ally there. | |
| naneth | Reviewed Chapter: 13 on 4/22/2004 |
| Legolas is my kind of guy-there's nothing so wonderful as pulling out a wonderful book from your childhood or youth and enjoying it all over again. I do have to settle for reading in my swing under the trees rather than climbing into a tree to read. Beliond is a truly priceless character! "There is more of you in him than I thought" was such a great line as was calling Legolas an impudent cub. Yes, I admit to being a member of the Beliond Fan Club. From a very careful distance, of course. I'm really looking forward to Ithilden's meeting with Tinar next chapter. Go Ithilden! Author Reply: I had to wonder as I was writing that part about the book if tales of the first age would really be appropriate to read to a little kid. But I figured there were some that were romantic or exciting and not too awful. I hadn't even thought about the conjunction of the "impudent cub" and "he's just like you"! That's funny! | |
| caz - baz | Reviewed Chapter: 13 on 4/22/2004 |
| that last bits really sweet. i don't think i like Alfirin very much, she wouldn't be my choice of friend, but her and Ithilden suit each other very well. Author Reply: Alfirin might not be someone you would choose to hang out with, but I'll bet if you needed help, she'd be someone who would give it. And that's OK too. I think Celuwen as a girl and young woman might have been more your type, Caz-baz. | |
| Jebb | Reviewed Chapter: 13 on 4/22/2004 |
| What a lovely chapter Legolas getting on a better footing with Celuwyn and promising not to throw a tantrum! Galivion once again praising the kings son and getting one in about Tinar I am so glad Ithilden is going to be dealing with him and Beliond who obviously doesn't care whose toes he steps on as long as he can do his job properly his advice on Eilian made me smile and Thranduil think so we see more of his thoughts and fears for his son and the reasons behind it. Poor Adar Legolas teasing Thranduil over his minder and of course Thrnaduil immediately responding about the thieves shakes head at Legolas when eill he learn that Ada is not to be trifled with? Except by Beliond of course And the wonderful ending sheer bliss My only complaint you mention this story reaching its end how could you! many thanks for tour wonderful writing Author Reply: If I were Tinar, I'd be shaking in my shoes. Ithilden is almost as scary as Thranduil when he's angry. But his wife and son provide him with a sort of free zone, where he can relax and enjoy himself and just be him, not the king's son, not the troop commander. I have to admit I like him with his hair unbraided, so to speak, but I also like him when he's scary. He will actually have a series of visitors in his office at the start of the next chapter, which I should be able to start tomorrow, if my job doesn't me crazy first. | |
| Bodkin | Reviewed Chapter: 13 on 4/22/2004 |
| Please give up the day job and spend all your time detailing the lives of Thranduil and his family. You make them all so interesting that I want to know about every single one. I think Legolas learned to cope with Beliond very well - I bet it took Eilian longer to deal with Maltanaur. Legolas accepts his presence with tolerant good humour and seems to care for Beliond as much as the other way round. Thranduil is a politician, isn't he? His sub-conscious is always looking to see how he can turn any event to his advantage, and even his family aren't safe from his machinations. I'd say: don't stop! But instead, I'll implore: finish this story and start another one straight away! Author Reply: Bless you, Bodkin! My husband and the bank might object to my giving up my job, but boy it's a grand notion. I've thought about the similarities and differences between Maltanaur and Beliond, and I think Maltanaur is probably easier going. He's more sociable. He's married and has a married daughter and a grandchild. He does what he thinks is right and only what he thinks is right, but I think he's less irascible than Beliond is. So he's a better match for Eilian. Eiland and Beliond would have killed one another! And Thranduil is indeed a wily Elf politician. But in Celuwen's case, I think his plans will be good for her too. | |
| Rose Sared | Reviewed Chapter: 13 on 4/21/2004 |
| I just had to tell you how much I have enjoyed these stories of yours over the last week. I have sat up until the small hours, only to get up at the crack of dawn to read on. Children, relatives and housework have all had to cope while I had the great good fortune to follow this saga from when Leggy was a wee lad to now ( and beyond, I cheated and read the Rivendell one!) I love your OC's including your take on Thranduil, thanks for a wonderful holiday (my family etc would not agree) and please keep up the good work. Bravo take a bow Rose Author Reply: Good heavens, I've corrupted you! ;-) Thank you, Rose. I will confess to being embarrassingly fond of my OCs myself. Thranduil is hard to catch sometimes. I want him intimidating, but I also want to remember that he loves his children and that he has centuries of wisdom on which to draw. Apologize to your family for me! daw | |
| Nilmandra | Reviewed Chapter: 13 on 4/21/2004 |
| I must say I like introspective Thranduil. I think Eilian marrying may change everyone in the family - and although a little painful, it will be good for all of them. Thranduil needs to understand his son a little better, because we know Lorellin was right. Eilian will please when he feels valued. Nice scenes showing Celuwen's strengths and why Eilian loves her; and also Ithilden and Alfirin - clearly being married has been good for him! Author Reply: Introspective Thranduil is a good thing. He's calmed down and taken time to think about what bothers him so much about Eilian, and he'll be better able to help his son because of that. Being married has been very good for Ithilden! Thank you for all your help with this. | |
| Estel_Mi_Olor | Reviewed Chapter: 13 on 4/21/2004 |
| Ha, ha, cheers Ithilden! That was fantastic. Ithilden and Alifrin seem to be one of the happiest married couples I've...heard about? I'm glad Thranduil didn't overeact about the thieves. Beliond was adorable-he seemed like a mother hen. But his concern was very touching. The moment bewteen Legolas and Celuwen was also touching, and I'm glad that they have accepted each other. I hope that Thranduil and Eilian will be reconciled in the next chapter, and I can't wait to read about the celebrations! Keep writing! (Sorry for the short review, but I am in a terrible rush.) Author Reply: Ithilden and Alfirin *are* happy. She's good for him, I think. She helps him be slightly less serious so that he can take pleasure in his life as well as duty. Beliond has gotten fond of Legolas, which is not necessarily something you could have predicted. The party is coming up soon! | |