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| The Farewell in Gondor by Larner | 58 Review(s) |
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| cookiefleck | Reviewed Chapter: 1 on 2/21/2008 |
| From the summary, I thought it was going to be a Sam-less story, but I took a peek at the first chapter and was pleasantly surprised. It sounds rather grim so far for Frodo. Looking forward to reading more. :o) Author Reply: No, Sam is very much in this one, and I'm glad it pleases you. I'll be posting a couple times a week, I think, until it's all done. Thanks so, Cookiefleck. | |
| Andrea | Reviewed Chapter: 1 on 2/21/2008 |
| Wow, Larner! That's an intriguing start! I often wondered myself why Frodo did not remain with Aragorn. My answer always was: out of love for the Shire, together with a nagging feeling the something bad went on in his homeland and a wee bit of hope that there might be a life for him in the Shire after the destruction of the Ring. However, he would have had many good reasons to stay in Minas Tirith. "A major seizure of his heart" - that doesn't sound good. Let's see what Sam can do to help Frodo. If Aragorn calls for Sam, he might be expecting the worst! It was fascinating to read that Sam somehow "felt" that he was needed. I've only heard of twins who knew when their sibling was in trouble, or pain. But in some way that's exactly what Frodo and Sam are, brothers of the heart. Just one last question: When Frodo decided to stay with Aragorn why didn't he give Bag End to Sam? Maybe, deep in his heart he wanted to return someday? I'm looking forward to reading more! Somehow it seems to be impossible to write a SHORT review to your stories :) Author Reply: I, too, wondered at times why Frodo didn't stay in Gondor--except to do so, he'd have to part from the rest of his family, and I doubt that he was ready to do that as yet. Many of those who have become very emotionally attached to others appear to know when there's something wrong with the ones they love so; and after the journey to Mordor together, I am certain Sam's connection would be strong to Frodo. When Sam left Gondor, Frodo didn't own Bag End--he'd sold it to Lotho and Lobelia. Now you'll see what happens with it. And I don't mind any review, long or short. Thanks so. | |
| Dreamflower | Reviewed Chapter: 1 on 2/21/2008 |
| Oh yes! I do like the changes--they're minor enough, but they still make the point. Well done! Author Reply: Sometimes just a phrase added or a word changed makes a world of difference. Thanks so for your input, and for letting me know you've seen how it's better. | |
| SurgicalSteel | Reviewed Chapter: 1 on 2/21/2008 |
| Well, this doesn't look as if it's going to end happily. An intriguing idea, though, and I'm interested to see more! Author Reply: Ending happily is, of course, relative. At what point does a story end? After all, as Frodo and Sam noted, they were in their way merely continuing the story of Beren One-hand, which was merely continuing the story of Feanor, which had to do with the Creation of Arda, and the voyage of Earendil came between.... Heh! Thanks for the feedback. | |
| Fiondil | Reviewed Chapter: 1 on 2/21/2008 |
| Oooh, and you've got Glorfindel in on it too. How cool is that? LOL A very intriguing start to what's bound to be a most interesting take on the whole story of Frodo and Sam. Not sure why I need to be thanked, but you're welcome, anyway. Heh! Author Reply: Oh, you have YOUR input in this one, but more in the next one I have planned, actually. In this one it wasn't direct--you and others who caught one of my booboos. And of course Glorfindel finds his way into many of my tales! This isn't particularly long, but I hope it's entertaining. A very tiny nuzgul that was only just pretending to wear ears.... | |
| Idril Celebrindal | Reviewed Chapter: 1 on 2/20/2008 |
| Larner, Great start you have me intrigued. Have the tissues ready also LOL. Looking forward to the rest. Idril Author Reply: That's good you have the tissues ready--they will probably come in handy. And thanks for the vote of confidence! | |
| Kitty | Reviewed Chapter: 1 on 2/20/2008 |
| That's rather unexpected, Larner! I'm not sure yet if that will be a happy AU or not, but the beginning is certainly interesting. Sam's certainty something is wrong with Frodo and someone will come to fetch him was fascinating. And Rosie is such a dear, not objecting to him leaving her, but being so understanding. Author Reply: Perhaps not truly happy, but not truly unhappy, either, save for those who wish that Frodo had come back. Rosie knows an important part of her Sam's heart belongs to his Master, and is wise enough to know that if she's to know her share of it, she must accept that truth. But she's bound on giving him the reminder that she'll be waiting for him to return to once he's seen to whatever it is that Frodo needs! Sam needed just such a wife, I think. | |
| Lindelea | Reviewed Chapter: 1 on 2/20/2008 |
| Really no time to read, lunch break is over and read-aloud is about to start, but I couldn't resist sneaking a peek. Fascinating beginning! (I love your understanding Rosie...) It will be difficult to lay this aside until tomorrow, but I have to do it, as the wee hobbits are gathering and I don't want to linger long enough for them to scatter and have to be gathered again... Author Reply: Ah, but I do know. I hope to be down during Holy Week, so hope to see you then. | |