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| Trust a Brandybuck and a Took! by Grey Wonderer | 618 Review(s) |
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| FantasyFan | Reviewed Chapter: 60 on 2/24/2008 |
| This story doesn't need a warning for sadness, even though the subject matter is death. The interaction between the cousins is precious, life-filled and hopeful, not angsty or gloomy. And of course Merry would wait for Pippin, and of course Pippin would go with Merry. Thanks for a lovely read. Author Reply: Thank you for the lovely review! I hope the warning doesn't put folks off because there was a time when I wouldn't have read it knowing that there would be character death. On the other hand, I did feel it only fair to let folks know. Glad you found it hopeful because I did want that to come across. | |
| Dreamflower | Reviewed Chapter: 60 on 2/24/2008 |
| Oh dear; I'm sniffling and grinning at the same time. There have been a lot of fics about Merry and Pippin leaving the world, but this one is absolutely beautiful. They are so *themselves*! Poor Pippin, finding Merry gone; but Merry wouldn't leave without him--he should have known that. *sniffle*grin* Author Reply: I didn't plan on writing a fic about this stage of their lives but then it came to me to just write it like I see them in life and that's when I decided to do this. I'm so glad you liked it. If you'll notice, I couldn't bring myself to write Pippin finding Merry or Strider finding Pippin. Too much angst for me. Thanks for reviewing and I'm very glad they seemed 'themselves' in this because that is exactly what I was wanting. | |
| Mum's the Word | Reviewed Chapter: 60 on 2/24/2008 |
| Beautiful! *hugs* Author Reply: *Hugs back* Thank you for reading and I'm very glad you enjoyed it. | |
| Golden | Reviewed Chapter: 60 on 2/24/2008 |
| *crys* *laughes* *sobs* *chuckles* Oh seriously GW, this is so very sad and also funny and sweet and everything together. I was in tears when reading it and to the same time smiling and chuckling. I love all of the stories I have read of you so far, but I think this one here is now my very very very favourite of all. Oh...*sniffs*...I need a handkershief. *sniff* Author Reply: Thank you, Golden. I never expected to write about this subject because I just don't like to think about them dying but then I had this idea which I like to think makes it all hopeful and I decided to write it. I'm glad to know that you enjoyed it. Hope you did more laughing than crying while reading! : ) | |
| Llinos | Reviewed Chapter: 60 on 2/24/2008 |
| But it's really not sad though - is it! Nothing this joyful, witty and laughter making could be sad even if the subject is supposed to be. Honestly GW you might as well admit it, you couldn't write a miserable death story if your life depended on it. Brilliant stuff! Author Reply: Thank you so much for the review and for the beta as well. (Fixed up those extra bits just now by the way.) And I suspect that you are right. I can't do a miserable death story. To me, Merry and Pippin are life and joy and adventure and humor and so it is impossible for me to imagine them sad even when they should be. But then again, if they are together why would they be sad? Thank you again and the use of the word, 'Brilliant' is very much appreciated. | |
| Larner | Reviewed Chapter: 24 on 10/18/2007 |
| Never too old to need to feel protected. Author Reply: Very true indeed! | |
| harrowcat | Reviewed Chapter: 58 on 8/20/2007 |
| I love storms - as long as I am safe indoors and not in a tent. I loved this, especially the easy companionship and honest love between these two. Author Reply: I love storms too. I especially love them at night. I am one of those strange people who likes it when it rains on my day off! I'm glad you enjoyed this story and thank you for the lovely review! I think companionship and friendship is really what LOTR was all about. | |
| PIppinfan1988 | Reviewed Chapter: 58 on 8/18/2007 |
| Now that I am able to log in...I just wanted to reiterate how much I loved this most beautiful story. Everything was just right, nothing over the top or out of place. Just a perfect Merry and Pippin story; what makes Pippin so special to Merry. Thank you for sharing it! Author Reply: Thank you! I am very glad you liked it. Now, I do hope you are messing about with that idea that you had and mentioned to me in your emails. Also the story about a certain book? LOL | |
| Hai Took | Reviewed Chapter: 58 on 8/15/2007 |
| That was so sweet. Poor Pippin, to still be afraid of stroms, but personally I think he might have more of a reason to be afraid of them now. I have a friend who is like that and can't stand storms, but is embarrassed that she is so worried by them. Thanks for reminding me of her :) You always mix just the right bits of humor "Most of his bruises from his unfortunate adventure in troll-slaying had faded but now he was to have a new one from a fall out of bed." I always enjoy your conversation between Merry and Pippin as well, you write their relationship perfectly! Also “If I have an ego problem then you are largely to blame. No one else considers me to be that important or that powerful.” That is too gute. Thank you for the laughs and the "awwwing" I managed to do during this story :) Author Reply: Thank you! What a lovely review! I am so glad you enjoyed it and you always say such nice things that it makes me blush! Thank you for reading and for thinking enough of it to review it! I do look forward to your reviews as you have been reading my little stories almost since I began writing them! | |
| Agape4Gondor | Reviewed Chapter: 4 on 8/15/2007 |
| Great tale. I loved Pip trying so hard to do the trick and show his sister how grown he was. I loved the bucket... and, though Merry and Vince were useless, I'm glad Pearl was there.... but I see that Pip didn't learn anthing much - 'cept that Merry and Vince were useless! The dog wondered about me as I was laughing out loud as I read this. Thank you for the laugh! Author Reply: Thank you! I hope you were able to explain to the dog what was going on. LOL I do have fun putting Pippin in troubling situations as long as I have someone around to get him out again! | |