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| Drabbles by Acacea | 56 Review(s) |
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| Larner | Reviewed Chapter: 21 on 4/10/2006 |
| Unfortunately, Denethor wasn't "shy" enough in this case. I wonder how many times he looked into it before the Enemy realized and began manipulating which images it would be allowed to present? Author Reply: True:o I think from what I remeber reading Sauron didn't realise it until quite quite some time later that Denethor was using the palantir. Thanks:) | |
| Branwyn | Reviewed Chapter: 21 on 4/10/2006 |
| A finely-drawn portrait of Denethor, who Tolkien said "listened to counsel, and then followed his own mind." His confidence in his ability to use this dangerous tool is so like Boromir's confidence that his will can master the Ring. Though Denethor ruled in more desperate times than his forefathers had had to face, and perhaps that is his only excuse. Lovely drabble! Author Reply: Thank you:) I'm delighted you liked the drabble, and that Denethor works. Yes, I guess he was more desperate than his forefathers and certainly very confident and assured in his ability. | |
| Linda Hoyland | Reviewed Chapter: 21 on 4/10/2006 |
| Alas,so begins Denethor's downfall.You capture the moment well. Author Reply: Thank you:) I'm glad to hear it works. Yes, the poor man thought he was helping and while it might have helped inititally it certainly also caused the downfall! | |
| Branwyn | Reviewed Chapter: 19 on 1/15/2006 |
| A vivid picture of that "grey and cold hour." Very poignant that Faramir looks back and realizes that the slide toward this bitter end began with the discovery of Boromir's death. *Sends Faramir hugs along with the 1st Cavalry Division for backup* Author Reply: *nods* Poor boy. He needs lots of hugs. Yes, I figured he'd be depressed enough just then to "wish that hadn't happened ever" Thanks! | |
| Raksha The Demon | Reviewed Chapter: 19 on 1/15/2006 |
| Sad and a bit scary, that Faramir has lost hope since he realized Boromir was truly gone. This drabble makes Faramir's desperate courage in leading this ill-starred mission, and bringing so many back alive, all the more praiseworthy. Faramir really does need a few dozen hugs, doesn't he?! Author Reply: I'm glad the despair element works. I was a little apprehensive about this drabble. The scene with Gandalf before Faramir leaves to defend the river says so much is so few words in the book - I've always found it very moving. Not to forget the buildup to that scene with Denethor earlier! A part of me likes to think Faramir was hopeful when he left but then when you see his words in the scene prior and Aragorn's words later of his grief that has pulled him down more than his injuries have, well, it occurred to me, he couldn't have been so very hopeful. I do think though that he didn't entirely lose hope when he saw Boromir in the river. He would have grieved yes, but I think what would have really broken him would have been the combination of the encounter with the Nazgul on returning to Minas Tirith plus his conversatuions with his father )where I think he gauges to some extent that his word is also beginning to despair) and most of all I think the battle scenrio right before he leaves. They are after all surrounded on all sides and have no idea when they'll get aid, if they will. but he would at that point see the confirmation of Boromir's passing as a pivotal moment, not just for him but also for Denethor. But yes, he overcomes all of that, he defends, and he even brings many of his men back alive. He does really need many many hugs *sigh* *hands over Faramir to Raksha for a while to huggle*:) Sorry for rambling so:o Thank you so much for reviewing! | |
| Branwyn | Reviewed Chapter: 18 on 9/20/2005 |
| The annoying sound of the horn becomes beloved because it is the harbinger of Boromir's return. What Boromir lacks in musical talent he makes up for in enthusiasm. :-) I like how, when Faramir is filled with unease by the distant horncall, the music is stripped of its happy associations and seems ugly once more. Another lovely drabble! Author Reply: Thank you again:) | |
| Larner | Reviewed Chapter: 18 on 9/20/2005 |
| The grief of hearing the distant, desperate call for aid which could not be answered in time, even by those who were close, and realizing it was the goodbye which Boromir could not later utter from his bed in the Elven boat lapped by the waters of Rauros Falls.... Author Reply: Yes, indeed. I think that one scene in the book has so much punch. It is so clear and touching despite not being depcited. | |
| Larner | Reviewed Chapter: 17 on 9/3/2005 |
| Well, I can certainly understand why Faramir would not wish to touch the joy in his son's heart with that grief. Author Reply: *nods* Yes, he wouldn't would he? Especially when Elboron is still a child. He'd wait till he was older and able to truly understand. Thanks for reviewing. again, I am glad to hear this works:) | |
| Larner | Reviewed Chapter: 1 on 9/3/2005 |
| Yes, the time in Middle Earth is ending for so many here now. Rivendell may remain, but it will lose its majesty and mystery as the Day of Men grows over Middle Earth. Author Reply: Hi:) Yes, I think Rivendell too would not remain the same once most of the elves would leave. Thanks for revieing:) I'm glad to hear the drabble works | |
| mirthor | Reviewed Chapter: 16 on 6/29/2005 |
| Wouldn't it be nice if the King could take his Steward on a field trip, showing him the finer spots of the Northern territories? I don't recall Tolkien ever stating in the appendices if Faramir ever traveled farther North than Rohan, but I assume as Steward he would have had ample motive to do so. Author Reply: Oh yes, I'm sure he would have scope too. And I certainly think it would be very nice indeed for them to go on a trip North together. I think I've read a slash fic like that by Melina, I forget the exact name but i think it was Light and Heat. | |