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| Bound by Duty by Lady Bluejay | 103 Review(s) |
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| Alison H | Reviewed Chapter: 9 on 11/6/2006 |
| Lady Blue Jay, this was simply a beautiful chapter to read.Lothiriel has found the man of her dreams(mine, too!) and Eomer trated her with such tenderness, thoughtfulness and love that she soon had no reason to fear Eomer at all. They make a wonderful couple and they compliment each other so perfectly.Their wedding night was probably better than either of them had ever imagined it to be and they will no doubt explore each other further....and they deserve their newfound happiness. That was wonderful, LBJ.I'm looking forward to the next chapter already.Update soon! Ali. Author Reply: My goodness, you read that quickly - I only just posted. I am a sucker for happiness, and just had to write about then having a good time! Thanks for reviewing.LBJ | |
| Bodkin | Reviewed Chapter: 8 on 11/4/2006 |
| Very wise here, is young Eomer. How can Lothiriel resist him? Sensitive, understanding and providing a rather appealing shoulder to weep on! She might well overcome her nerves yet! Author Reply: I am sure she will!LBJ | |
| Lera | Reviewed Chapter: 8 on 11/2/2006 |
| Delicious. Author Reply: Thankyou! LBJ | |
| Dreamflower | Reviewed Chapter: 8 on 11/2/2006 |
| Eomer is absolutely spot on perfect in this. And I love Lothiriel's courage in turning down his offer to wait--very well done! Author Reply: Courage, eh! LBJ | |
| Rugi | Reviewed Chapter: 8 on 11/1/2006 |
| I really enjoyed this whole interlude. I think it is realistic that Eomer wouldn't want to drag a nervous new wife straight into an intimacies she wasn't ready for and I can imagine Lothiriel refusing to avoid holding up her end of the relationship. You so good at keeping everyone in character in every situation. And I am glad that they have talked a bit about more important stuff than the weather too. Interesting to finally find out what happened to Lothiriel's mother and what made her so eager to leave Dol Amroth. My initial reaction to her tears was that she wouldn't have cried in front of Eomer but then I actually thought about it and realized that after a stressful week, a tiring day, and then an emotionally frought evening (to say nothing of the realization that today is REALLY the first day of the rest of her life) Lothiriel was likely to break down to a sympathetic listener - especially one who was close, kind, and receptive. Can't wait for Chapter 9! I noticed that you mentioned that this chapter was already written. Have you written the entire story already? If that's the case, I think it shows in the high quality of the writing and the tight and realistic plot. Planning ahead makes for a good, cohesive story. Though you have to have talent for writing a story to begin with of course and that shows too! Author Reply: Hi, Thanks for that. I rather thought that she had been keeping herself very tightly controlled, as you say - with all the stress of the week - and that when he was so nice to her and then asked about her mother - it poured out. I always know where my stories are going and always have the last chapter in my mind. I wrote six chapters before I started posting, and am now up to C11. However - there were about six chapters originaly - I seem to be writing in more detail than I used to. LBJ | |
| Bodkin | Reviewed Chapter: 7 on 10/26/2006 |
| Part of me feels that their relationship would get off on a better foot if they didn't rush into more - er - intimate relations. But then another part feels that at least they are both being quite pragmatic about the inevitable and they should just lie back and think of Rohan. Or Gondor - or whatever seems more appropriate at the time. It would, at least, have been nice for them to share a conversation or two without an audience of dozens before they started slipping off the silken chemises - and I suspect Lothiriel wouldn't have minded a bit of rehearsal for the big night. Still... The picture of her trying to decide exactly how to look as if she's not shaking in her shoes is delightful. I'm sure Eomer will appreciate it. More soon? Please? Author Reply: What makes you think they are not going to get any conversation? They haven't actually done anything yet! LBJ | |
| Faramir of Gondor | Reviewed Chapter: 7 on 10/24/2006 |
| Hurry up and write the next one!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! *giggle* I cant wait! Author Reply: I have written it - but I am afraid it will be next week before it's posted. Glad you are enjoying.LBJ | |
| Dreamflower | Reviewed Chapter: 7 on 10/24/2006 |
| Oh dear, poor Lothiriel! But I am quite sure Eomer will set her at her ease. Author Reply: I am sure he will. Taking things slowly must benifit him in the end!LBJ | |
| Rugi | Reviewed Chapter: 7 on 10/24/2006 |
| I really love the little notes of comparison between the Gondorians and the Rohirrim that you sprinkle through out. You show that they have different manners and culture without judging either group. I love the image of Eomer shouldering his way through a crowd at his wedding. Ratcheting up the tension aren't you? :) Again, I think your Lothiriel is perfect - you haven't turned in her into a complete wreck but you still show how nervous she would (very naturally) be. And the little glimpses we get of Eomer's personality are so ... alluring. If you have to marry someone you hardly know, Eomer seems ideal. Author Reply: I am enjoying writing the little bits. Trying to imagine how she would be feeling and what she would be noticing is great fun. Thanks for reviewing LBJ | |
| Deiliah | Reviewed Chapter: 7 on 10/24/2006 |
| I'm really enjoying this story! I love the Eomer you've portrayed, let's hope he keeps up the thoughtful consideration! I admire Lothiriel for her courage and determination in the face of so many drastic changes and, no doubt, challenges to come. I'm especially enjoying your detailed descriptions of the physical surroundings, so that while we feel what's going on in her head, we can also see through her eyes. Thanks for sharing.... I'm looking forward to the next update! Author Reply: I am trying to make my writing more detailed - so often I race ahead with the plot. Now, the more I slow it down the more I enjoy it. Thanks for reviewing. LBJ | |