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| We Were Young Once ~ I by Conquistadora | 142 Review(s) |
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| elliska | Reviewed Chapter: 13 on 1/13/2005 |
| Oh this one was rich! So Oropher could not resist an argument and needed some restraint, hmmm? Love that and all the banter surrounding Celeborn's history with the House of Oropher. I also enjoyed Thranduil first real adult meeting with Galadriel and the position you have put him in with young Amroth. That will have more value in the future than Celeborn realizes, I think. Amroth is very nicely done--the fire of young elven spirit certainly shows in him. Lots of nice details here too. Thranduil's new horse's name!? Very funny. "It was Menegroth all over again" was a great line. And the whole last part with Thranduil thinking about Galadriel's reaction to all this and his wry humor was great. I love that aspect of your Thranduil's personality. So happy to see another update! Have a good semester. I imagine it's starting soon if it hasn't already. Author Reply: Yep, next semester strikes next week. After a rough start I've managed a 3.940 GPA so far, so I can't complain. ^_^ I find it facinating to imagine all these familiar characters together before any of them have found the setting we're most familiar with. Thranduil hasn't even seen Greenwood yet, Celeborn and Galadriel haven't been to Lorien, Gil-galad still reigns, no one has even thought of Sauron or rings or gradually growing the dominion of Men. And of course a young and three dimensional Amroth was an irresistable thought. ;) Glad to see I haven't bored you yet! Maybe Oropher will come back sometime in the near future and we can actually get this show on the road! | |
| Silent Planet | Reviewed Chapter: 13 on 1/13/2005 |
| Very lovely. The scripture passage fits very well. I like how Thranduil has grown so much over the course of the story. The horses name was particularly amusing....I wonder how Legolas would feel if he heard that? Well anyway. This is one of those few stories I check nearly everyday for updates. I love reading it and hope you update soon. Author Reply: I hope I can update soon, too. But once again homework takes precedance. Still, I think I have a better schedule this semester, so I might be able to work in at least an hour of Thranduil every other day. I'll try not to keep you waiting too long! ;) | |
| elliska | Reviewed Chapter: 12 on 1/8/2005 |
| How tragic. You do an exceptional job of writing the introspections of these characters and I love that sort of thing. Thranduil's thoughts as he realized that he did want to forgive Alkarin were perfect. And the poor horses on top of everything else. Being from Kentucky and thoroughly loving horses, that was almost harder to read than the rest. The end between Thranduil and Lindóriel was appropriately frsutrating for all. I love the romance between them. You are doing a great job with it. Author Reply: Thanks! It seems I can really run with a tragic line of thought if once it gets started. And of course, if one thing goes wrong, I have to make EVERYTHING go wrong! | |
| Amaniel | Reviewed Chapter: 12 on 12/23/2004 |
| You know you had better post the next one quickly, or I'm going to be after you about what's happening next.... This was a great chapter, as usual! You did a nice job with the ledge scene which I'm certain was difficult to write. I'm not sure I fully understand about the circumstances with the investigation surrounding the death of Alkarin though. Overall you did an amazing job, once again, and I am eagerly looking forward to your next chapter. | |
| Eruanneth_Luin | Reviewed Chapter: 12 on 12/22/2004 |
| Oh Coriel, such a bittersweet chapter! Thranduil going his own way once again encountering unexpected and this time tragic circumstances. It is good that elves are hardier than Men or Thruanduil would have come down with pneumonia or worse after enduring that ordeal. How I share his thoughts of those going to meet the judgement they have earned, but wishing to spare them that grievous end. And the care shown by his 'family' again expressing so well the love of this noble people for each other, even to the extent of forgiving Alkarinwë at the last. The deaths of two blameless horses in part to the decisions of their masters, showed that bad temper or even good intentions can go have far-reaching consequences. But at least Banner had at the last the company of his master in loving concern. I could not agree more with Lindóriel. Thranduil is FRUSTRATING! Granted, long courtships were probably not uncommon, but at least he could let her know his heart is hers and not be so stubbornly persistent in keeping his distance. Valar protect her if she ever showed an interest in another elf! Or perhaps it would be the male elf foolish enough to wish to court Lindóriel that would require protection. The chapter came to an end much too soon. I shall wait impatiently for the next one. Thank you in advance. Author Reply: Well, I'm glad to see you thought it worth the wait! I'm just glad to see it finished, though there's always the next hurdle to climb over. This was essentially the timely tragic chapter, but I promise the next one will lighten up a bit. I knew everyone wanted Thranduil to get Alkarin's horse, so I couldn't be as predictable as that, mostly because life usually does not allow it. I've found that whether Middle-earth exists in the realm of fairytale or not, the rules of real life still generally apply. And regarding Lindoriel, I am seriously going to have to do something with him in the near future; this is getting ridiculous. ;) | |
| ponypetter | Reviewed Chapter: 12 on 12/21/2004 |
| This is one of my favorite stories. I love the character you give Thranduil. I get confused with all the characters, but you do a great job portraying their relationships in each chapter. Author Reply: Confusion is easily forgiven in a story like this. ;) Thanks a bunch; I'm glad to see whatever it is I'm doing seems to be effective. And, of course, those kind souls who take the time to review are always half of what makes the story go. ;D | |
| Ginger Rich | Reviewed Chapter: 12 on 12/21/2004 |
| I almost did a jig when I saw that there was a new chapter. Almost. But instead I plopped down infront of the computer and stuck my eyes to the screen. The chapter was very sad, in a good way. I actually felt sorry for Alkarinwë, and ironically, I didn't want him to die. It was a sad business but very great to read. I've got nothing but praise to say in this review. It was very nice to come home from school and read. This story rocks! I lurve it. Author Reply: Welcome back! Hopefully it won't take so long to get the next installment finished and posted; my gosh. Glad you're still enjoying it, and I'll try to get back and entertain you again soon! :) | |
| lwarren | Reviewed Chapter: 12 on 12/21/2004 |
| I saw the notice for this new chapter and almost hurt myself getting to it! :-) Now to review this most difficult of chapters - That was a very sad and bitter end to Alkarin. I didn't like him at all, but I never wished such an end for him. And not one, but two horses gone! *wipes tears away* PLUS all that sadness and the tension of Thranduil caught on the side of the mountain during the storm...but the most effective (and affecting) part was the introspection that Alkarin's death forced on Thranduil. Very tough questions he had to come to terms with...especially watching the death of a kinslayer and realizing what that one faced upon his death. I'm glad he found it in his heart to try and ease Alkarin's death, that some pity and even forgiveness was forthcoming. Hard trip up the mountain...harder trip home (your writing had me shiverrrrrring - - )...naneth in full form...very descriptive! I'm glad the King determined Thranduil was innocent pending an investigation...you had me worried there for several paragraphs! :-) I felt so sorry for Lin (could their brother have picked a worse time to interrupt?) and I can't decide if she's encouraged or ready to throttle Thranduil. Not ready yet, hmmm? I just threw up my hands at the end...males...can't live with them...can't live without them (tho' they tempt us to the very limits at times). Anyway, this chapter was well worth the wait (not that I enjoyed the wait...but we take what we can get...which is more, soon...lol)! Have a blessed, hopefully restful Christmas and a very Happy New Year! linda Author Reply: Well, glad you didn't hurt yourself! I was certainly ready to have this thing posted and out of my hair after being haunted by it for half a semester. Thankfully the next chapter alreay has a good start on it, so at least it won't be miles away from completion when I have to go back. The end was entirely Thranduil's fault, let me tell you. That part wasn't in the orgininal script, but he did it anyway. I will have to knock some real sense into him before too long. ;) A blessed Christmas to you, too, and thanks for reading! | |
| Eruanneth_Luin | Reviewed Chapter: 11 on 10/23/2004 |
| Thranduil as the father-figure. He is definitely growing into a fine elf-lord. He has a wonderful sense of timing! Thank you for showing so delicately the aversion held by many Sindar for the Exiles. And yet he was not to be swayed simply because others made different decisions. After all Celeborn and Galadriel will discover for themselves the consequences of the braving the Curse. Why do I think that at some point a certain elleth may remove herself from Thranduil's authority and follow her heart? That elves have such happy family lives that can last through the ages says much for their nature as the unfallen. When we live close to the will of Eru how much better for us and those around us. Thank you for the lovely story. Author Reply: You never know with Melien, actually. Sometimes I think Thranduil knows her better than she knows herself. It could be that he's trying to prevent another Aredhel/Eol disaster, not that Malach is as bad as all that. You will have noticed that he's very cautious in this field, to the consternation of many. ;) Anyway, I'm looking forward to posting the next chapter, wherein I finally tie off a persistant loose end, and not in the way commonly expected. Hopefully I'll have time this weekend to work on it! | |
| Eruanneth_Luin | Reviewed Chapter: 10 on 10/23/2004 |
| Ah, the hazards of entering into the Noldor political arena (even as a mere stablehand) and being found talented. That he tolerated being made a 'page' says much for his self-control; displaying himself as the pretty golden ornament of a Noldo lord is NOT his style. I was delighted with his change of masters. Now we get to find out more about the Sindar in Doriath? Each encounter with Alkarwinwë brings Thranduil closer to the confrontation that seems enevitable. And the horse, Bragolach, may suffer for his preference as well. Thranduil may not be moved to wed of even commit, but his reticence is hard for me to endure. Perhaps with persuasion he could be moved to reconsider or at least give Lindoriel some reassurance. A procrastinating male elf he may be, but she deserves more than the occasional smile and kind word! Thank you for another intriguing chapter. | |