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| Letters by Jay of Lasgalen | 59 Review(s) |
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| Kitty | Reviewed Chapter: 5 on 1/24/2008 |
| This one leaves mixed feelings. On the one hand, I am pleased to know that not only Ori learned to write the elvis script, but in turn taught Elrohir dwarven runes, and that they still keep in contact. But on the other hand, we all know how this re-colonisation turned out in the end, and it is sad that this unusual friendship came to such an end. Elrohir was probably sad to learn from Legolas, Gimli and Aragorn about Ori's fate. Anyway, I can see Elladan fuming because he's not able to read Elrohir's letter *grin*. Serves him right, other people's letters are not his business! Author Reply: When I thought more about it, I realised that it made sense for Ori to teach Elrohir the Dwarvish runes as well, and for them to exchange letters to practice their skills. And then, of course, Elrohir would use it to annoy Elladan! (But Elrohir's not 'other people', he's Elladan's twin. Of course it's his business.) It's sad though, to remember how the quest for Moria ended. | |
| Tithenaru | Reviewed Chapter: 5 on 1/24/2008 |
| Hi, I have just become a member after months of 'lurking' (I don't want to admit how many). I can't think of a better way to celebrate coming out of the dark than to leave a review for one of my favorite authors. I love the way you write the twins and this one made me smile: poor Elladan! Author Reply: Hello! Welcome to SoA - I'm glad you've been lured from lurkerdom. It's always great to hear from a new reviewer, especially one who likes the twins. Poor Elladan - even as mature, sensible adults, they just can't resist teasing each other. I'm sure Elladan will get his revenge one day! | |
| ellie | Reviewed Chapter: 5 on 1/24/2008 |
| this is delightful! the sentiments expressed by elrohir are sweet and full of respect and the glee at being able to hide things from elladan is funny. Author Reply: Thank you! When I had the idea of Elrohir learning the Angerthas in return, of course I could see him annoying Elladan with it! I can see him encouraging Ori's journey to Moria too - I just wish there had been a better outcome. | |
| Ces | Reviewed Chapter: 5 on 1/24/2008 |
| Jay, As usual your drabbles are wonderful! I love taking a little break at work and being able to refresh myself with them. Any chance of a drabble between Elrohir and Taniquel? Ces Author Reply: I'm glad you enjoyed this! Taniquel is on my list of charactes for a possible letter, so there may be one later. I want to write more of those two together. | |
| Esteliel | Reviewed Chapter: 5 on 1/24/2008 |
| Oh, that's so lovely! Ha! :) I can just imagine Elladan's frustration at not being able to read what Elrohir is writing! :) It's so wonderful to see Elrohir keeping up his friendship with Ori. One wishes for the sake of the dwarves (and poor Gimli finding them in later years) that Elrohir had not encouraged them so. But then again...they're dwarves: what they have below their helmets and above their beards won't likely be beaten out lightly. ;) Please keep up the good work! I smile each time a chapter alert from you comes in - even before I have read it! Esteliel Author Reply: Thanks! When I thought more about it, it made sense for Ori to teach Elrohir the Angerthas in exchange - it put their friendship on a much more equal footing, rather than teacher and pupil. And of course I could see Elladan's frustration so clearly then! I wish the outcome of the mission to Moria had been happier, though :( | |
| Kitty | Reviewed Chapter: 4 on 1/10/2008 |
| Nana sends her love, and says she misses Ada as well – but they’re just Nana and Ada. I told her it’s not the same. *lol* Dear Elrohir, he's very convinced no one can miss someone other as much as he is missing Elladan! Of course the twins have to learn to be separated at times, but I can understand why they're not happy with it, as they are so close. Two is better, as you know already ;-) Author Reply: No - Nana and Ada, and mere brothers can't miss each other as much as twins! As adults I'm sure there are times when their duties take them away from Imladris, and from each other, and they had to learn to cope. This is the first time they've been apart for more than a day, though. Two is better! | |
| Larner | Reviewed Chapter: 4 on 1/10/2008 |
| Ah, those who try to help twins "become their own persons" by separating them! And I'd love to see his wind screen. Author Reply: I'm surprised at Elrond - as Elrohir says, he should know better. Of course, Elrohir is actually enjoying himself - he just doesn't want to admit it! I think Haldir is being diplomatic about that screen ... :>) | |
| Selene Aduial | Reviewed Chapter: 4 on 1/9/2008 |
| *snicker* I'll bet that his wind screen is truly a one of a kind ;) Kids and treehouses: an ideal combination. Eventhough he misses his brother a lot, and I can imagine it's worse for twins to be apart for the first time, he really seems to be having a good time. More?? Author Reply: *Grin* Haldir is being diplomatic :) Although Elrohir does miss Elladan a lot, he's having a great time - but he doesn't want to admit it. I'm not sure he even realises how much he's enjoying the visit without Elladan! | |
| meckinock | Reviewed Chapter: 4 on 1/9/2008 |
| Treehouses are irresistable to all kids, aren't they? Elrohir's excitement and enthusiasm are so sweet - and he obviously misses his twin very much. Happy Birthday, Jay! Author Reply: Thank you! Elrohir is actually enjoying himself in Lórien, with all the new experiences - he just doesn't want to admit he can have fun without Elladan :>) | |
| ellie | Reviewed Chapter: 4 on 1/9/2008 |
| I'll bet the wind screen is one of a kind. too funny! what a sweet story of twin missing twin. Author Reply: 'One of a kind' - Haldir is very kind and diplomatic, isn't he? Elrohir is ten here, and missing Elladan a lot. | |