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| The Stars Will Light Your Way by SlightlyTookish | 51 Review(s) |
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| Lily | Reviewed Chapter: 6 on 12/6/2005 |
| What an ending! I'm very busy now, biting my lip so I don't start do cry in the middle of several fellow-students. The picture of the stars twinkling and shining extra bright for Pippin is just adorable. I wonder if there are stars up there for all of us - or why would Gandalf have chosen exactly the two of them? Couldn't it be that they were Pippin's from the very begining and only through Gandalf was their purpose made clear for the hobbits? Yes, I definitely like the idea. “When did you plan on saying something, Meriadoc?” the wizard demanded, his voice stern. “Or did you intend to suffer in silence?” Suffering in silence must be a Brandybuck trait. Merry reminds me very much of Frodo here. Suffer in silence and don't let anybody know how bad you really are - they could worry! I'm so glad you led me here! Author Reply: I'm so glad you read this, and enjoyed it! I think you're exactly right about the nature of the stars. They are definitely Pippin's. Pippin first met them in "Stars and Sniffles," and they have been *his* stars ever since, and likely before, those events. Gandalf is the kindler of light and I used that as the basis of his ability to connect Pippin with his own pair of stars. But of course they only make an actual appearance on earth when there is a dire need for them. Otherwise, they are meant to comfort and reassure Pippin from afar - and certainly they do not go away when Gandalf leaves Middle-earth. They are there to stay. I agree with you, also, about Merry. He is stubborn and would rather look after his cousins and friends than himself. That is why he needs Pippin to look after him I'm very happy that you liked this story, Lily. Thank you so much for reading it and for your feedback. | |
| Lily | Reviewed Chapter: 4 on 12/3/2005 |
| This story is wonderful! It has angst, humour and emotion - everything a good story needs. I love the scene with Gandalf and Merry where the wizard talks about Pippin's inquisitiveness. First of all, because I love this scene in the book and because it has so much meaning in this story. And of course I love the stars and I just adore the idea of Pippin having two of them especially for himself. I like how they find him and lurk him into following them. Such a wonderful scene! Such a great story! Author Reply: I'm very glad you enjoyed that scene with Gandalf and Merry. I think that Gandalf would have wanted to reassure Merry as best as he could, but also prepare him if things went bad (and thankfully they didn't!). And as for the stars, they first came into Pippin's life in "Stars and Sniffles," so it's as if a couple of old friends are visiting him :) I'm so glad you're reading this, Lily - and that you're enjoying it! I've told you how much this story means to me, and I really appreciate your feedback on it. Thank you! :D | |
| storyfish | Reviewed Chapter: 6 on 7/24/2005 |
| Wonderful tale! The idea of Gandalf giving Pippin stars is marvelous--I bet they're watching over his family in the Shire as well. I loved the imagery during Pip's confused wanderings...the mist, and the mountain toppling onto him. That was so vivid and startling and dreamlike! I always enjoy your stories (maybe 'cause I'm pip-obsessed too?)...I definitely plan on reading more of them now. ;-) Author Reply: Thank you so much! What lovely comments! I'm so glad you like the stars, and I agree that they're definitely watching over the Tooks back home :) And thank you for saying that you enjoyed the imagery, that makes me very happy :) Heehee. Pip-obsessed is a great way of describing it! | |
| Hai Took | Reviewed Chapter: 6 on 7/19/2005 |
| That was very sweet! I loved the way you used the Star to guide Pippin back to his friends and then to help Merry. Gandalf and Pippin coming to the conclusion that the stars worked because they, Merry and Pippin all were able to put their faith in one another. Splendid! I liked the very end the best with Gandalf coming in a Pippin so pleased that he was able to find his stars in the sky so quickly. Very sweet! Author Reply: Thanks very much, Hai! I'm so glad you enjoyed this story; it was such fun to write. I'm glad you liked the bit of Merry-healing, too, I thought it was time for him to have some hurt/comfort for a change! :) | |
| pipspebble | Reviewed Chapter: 6 on 7/1/2005 |
| Oh, hon, this is just the sweetest ending I could think of! What a brilliant job you've done with this story; it is absolute perfection. Thank you so much for this gift of stars. I'll never forget it. :-) Author Reply: Thanks for all your wonderful support and comments along the way, Pips! It means a lot! I'm so happy that you enjoyed this story. Thank you! :) | |
| Auntiemeesh | Reviewed Chapter: 6 on 6/26/2005 |
| This is such a lovely story. Pippin was such a clever lad, to think that his stars might heal Merry, when he was feeling so poorly himself. And it's such a beautiful image, to think that those stars are watching over Pippin all the time, and will always be there when he needs guidance. :D Author Reply: Pippin is most clever when he needs to help someone, I think. I'm so happy that you liked the stars, and the story! Thanks, Meesh! :) | |
| Larner | Reviewed Chapter: 6 on 6/25/2005 |
| Lovely, gentle imagery. Author Reply: Thank you, Larner! :) | |
| pipinheart | Reviewed Chapter: 6 on 6/25/2005 |
This is a very lovely piece,loved it ! Its kind of a lovely thought that when things go dark,that the stars will lead you home again to those who love you. Pippin knows his stars helped merry face the darkness that thought to overwhelm him,as they helped him find his way back to himself. I love the sequence with Gandalf...Very nice... Great job.... Author Reply: Thanks so much for your thoughtful comments! I really appreciate them. I'm very glad that you enjoyed this story - thank you so much! :) | |
| Andrea | Reviewed Chapter: 6 on 6/25/2005 |
| “They are your own pair of stars and you shall always be able to find them when you need to,” Gandalf said. “They will be there to guide you when the world turns dark around you, or when you feel lost or alone. And when you are surrounded by sunshine, still your stars will remain, though they may be hidden by the brighter light of happier times. They will never abandon you.” That's a beautiful thought! Maybe, some day Pippin and his children will watch the night sky and he will tell them the story of his pair of stars and the old wizard! Author Reply: I'm so thrilled that you liked that part - it was one of the first things written for this fic, and was originally meant to be in chapter three but got bounced around and landed here. And I love your idea about Pippin and his children! I think I'll tuck that away as a potential plot bunny. Thanks, Andrea! :) | |
| Pearl Took | Reviewed Chapter: 6 on 6/25/2005 |
| Beautiful!!!! I'm teary. Such a wonderful thought, that one is being watched over by something (someone?)so far above the world. Wonderful :) Thank you :) Author Reply: I couldn't have written Pippin in pain if not for the promise of comfort later :) I'm very glad that you enjoyed it! Thank you, Pearl! :) | |