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| Elf, Interrupted: Book Two: Glorfindel's Quest by Fiondil | 1565 Review(s) |
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| Aiwen | Reviewed Chapter: 999999 on 9/4/2010 |
| And so it ends. The vast saga has finally drawn to a close. Nicely done. That was an enormous number of plot threads to wrap up, but wrap them up nicely you have. Thank you for writing - I really enjoyed that. Author Reply: Hi Aiwen. I am glad you enjoyed this epic so much and that you found the ending to your satisfaction. Thank you so much for taking the time to read and review. I appreciate it more than words can adequately express. | |
| Imhiriel | Reviewed Chapter: 134 on 9/4/2010 |
| But they were not expecting to hear Lord Manwë laughing. "It’s about time," he exclaimed merrily, and he laughed even harder at the shocked expressions on all the elves’ faces. I have to admit, if I were one of the Elves genuinely resentful of the Valar's manipulations, that smile would make me even angrier. It feels like patronising smugness. I want to wipe it off his face, I really do (she blithely says, trembling at the idea of assaulting a Valar). But I suspect, this being one of your evil cliff-hangers, that things will eventually be straightened out to everyone's satisfaction (now, how long it will take, only you know *g*...). Author Reply: I'm sure more than one Elf wanted to do precisely what you want to do, Imhíriel. *grin* Apparently, the Valar were expecting something like this, but weren't sure when or if it would happen. We'll see in the next couple of chapters how it all comes out. | |
| Imhiriel | Reviewed Chapter: 133 on 9/4/2010 |
| Eärendil as Manwë's spy? Very intriguing concept; as is his explanation of what his duties do, and don't, entail these days. I always find it interesting to hear snippets of what is happening outside of Valinor. Of course I'm mostly interested in the lands we know in Middle-earth, but it's also fascinating to hear bits of happenings elsewhere, all the more so for the dearth of our knowledge in canon. Important difference: accept what was done vs. forgive what was done. And also an acknowledgement of the advantage the dead have in leaving all that behind while the survivors have to muddle through on their own without the benefit of a fresh start. Why do I get the feeling Glorfindel downright needs an explosion of epic proportion to get it all out of the system (combined of course with a proper clear-up talk + reconciliation afterwards)? Those little mini-outbursts over minor things don't seem to help loosen the tension. Author Reply: Hi Imíriel. I like the little snippets of news outside of Valinor as well, since it gives one a better perspective of where we are in the timeline. And of course we know so little about anything concerning Arda as a whole, so it's nice to include what little Tolkien gave us, especially in the Histories. Acceptance usually leads to forgiveness, but without the former, the latter cannot occur. That is what the suvivors are finding so difficult to master, but hopefully the Reborn will pave the way as more and more are released into the general Elven society. I suppose Glorfindel is just one of those people who need a major explosion every once in a while to clear the air. Does wonders for him, but it usually leaves everyone else gasping in the dust. *grin* Thanks for reading and reviewing. I appreciate it. | |
| Imhiriel | Reviewed Chapter: 124 on 9/3/2010 |
| The way the Council is shaping up is very interesting and revealing. On the heels of the uproar and the (overdue, in my view - and just how come that often the most odious people are chosen as leaders?) departure of the thoroughly unpleasant Morcocáno, and after hearing much of the others before telling of their lives in beleaguered Beleriand, Brethorn's turn was the brillant high point. So incisive and unsparing, from one who before seemed the most playful; and yet with a perspective spanning all the other delegations, as death comes upon all, no matter their lands, guilds, races, families, personal actions or personal guilts. And no one is exempt from prejudices, condescension, hatred, dismissal, neglect; not any one common heckler, not a King (and that last, at least from the perspective of the Tol Eressëans, even the Valar). I'm really glad the Council of the Reborn has now chosen to come forward out of the shadows. I know how hard it has been to listen to the Reborn among you speaking of forgiveness. It's odd, isn't it? They are so angry at the Kinslayers - on behalf of their victims, most would claim. Yet when those very victims counsel forgiveness, they are ignored. Which goes to show that there is a part of selfishness in not letting go of that anger, rather than concern for others. Author Reply: Brethorn's speech actually was not planned by me. *grin* It really was a toss-up as to who would end up speaking last. So when Morcocáno walked out on the Council (and I didn't quite predict that event either), I was glad that Brethorn was there to give the rest of them some hard truths. This is one of my favorite scenes in the whole story actually. For many of the survivors, anger on behalf of the victims is the only thing that's kept them going, anger and the need for revenge. So when the victims return and are unconcerned about exacting revenge and couseling forgiveness instead, the survivors just can't deal with it. Part of it I suppose has to do with survivor's guilt, which can make things very messy for everyone. Thanks for reading and reviewing. I really appreciate it. | |
| Imhiriel | Reviewed Chapter: 116 on 9/3/2010 |
| Oops, sent away too quickly... I meant to ask about a dialogue near the end: "I am glad my Vorondil had someone in the family here when he woke. I would hate to think he woke to find himself all alone or with some stranger." "Yet, for them both, they were strangers," Herendil pointed out. "But neither of them knew that, did they?" I'm not sure that last sentence quite makes sense as written, because the crux is that both do think they are strangers to each other, so Vorondil Jr. didn't have the comfort - as he thought - to be with family when he woke up, no matter how sympathetic the "stranger" was. Author Reply: Aldundil is stressing the point that even though Vorondil and Vondo were unaware of their familial relationship, Aldundil, Herendil and Vandacalimë are and *they* can take comfort in that thought. I will have to think about it and perhaps rewrite it so that what Aldundil means is clearer. Thanks for pointing out the ambiguity. | |
| Imhiriel | Reviewed Chapter: 116 on 9/3/2010 |
| Telling this from the point of view of an oblivious Vorondil Sr. was very effective as well as affecting (*g*). I admit my eyes started prickling at his continued concern about this child that somehow tugged at his heart and memory, and when - what he didn't know - his brother and his parents entered, the prickling was joined by some sniffling. Very well-written, Fiondil! P.S.: I had had to stop reading ca. half a year ago somewhere near the end of the Progress in Tol Eressëa, and was surprised I had to backtrack only one or two chapters to get back into the flow. Though I will admit I was heartily glad you had added a character list in the meantime ;-)! Author Reply: Hi Imhíriel. Thank you. I'm glad you liked how this chapter was written. And I'm glad you are able to get back into the story. I look forward to more reviews from you. | |
| Little Mouse | Reviewed Chapter: 149 on 8/29/2010 |
| Well done! I'm sorry it's taken me so long to review, but I've been on vacation, so it's been a nice surprise to catch up and find Glorfindel returning to Middle Earth. I love the way this one ends. I particularly like the way Glorfindel puts Elrond's needs first above even Gil-Galad. Will there be a part 3 to this story? I'd love to see how you handle the remainder of the Second Age. Again, great job! Author Reply: Hi Little Mouse. I'm glad you loved the way the story ended. At this time there are no plans for a part 3 although I hope to write an occasional piece about Glorfindel in Middle-earth and perhaps eventually write about his return to Aman. In the meantime, I have my Darkening story which is all set to go and I will begin posting that this week. So you have something to look forward to. *grin* Thanks for reading and reviewing. I appreciate it very much. | |
| Selene Aduial | Reviewed Chapter: 149 on 8/29/2010 |
| Hi Fiondil, Thank you so much for this wonderfull story. It has been a long and wild ride and I am sorry to see it end here, but I can't wait for your Darkening story. I do hope you won't abandon the EI universe and will maybe some day show us Glorfindel's adventure's in Endore and perhaps his return to Aman?? I have been reading and rereading both EI 1 and 2 from the beginning and am already starting to suffer from withdrawl symptoms *grin* Keep up the good work because I for one can't wait to read more. Hugs Selene Author Reply: Hi Selene. Thank you so much for reading and reviewing and letting me know how much you've enjoyed this story and that you are looking forward to my Darkening story. And not to worry. I have long thought to write a story about Glorfindel's return to Aman as well as other stories in the EI-verse. Once I get the Darkening story up and on its way, then I will see about other stories about Glorfindel and the gang. I left plenty of space for gap-fillers at the end of EI-2, as you may have noticed. *grin* | |
| rick | Reviewed Chapter: 999999 on 8/24/2010 |
| Wow! I can hardly believe it's done. What a great story, beginning to end (and including EI1). What happens next? whatever you write, I'll read it! I'm glad the list helped; I feel like I got a NY Times headline Author Reply: Hi Rick, Yes, it's finally done. I'm glad you enjoyed the story so much. As for what happens next, as promised, I will begin posting my Darkening story beginnng next week. This week I am posting two Loom stories. One is already up and the other will be up on Friday. Thanks again for all your help and for reading and reviewing, Rick. I reall appreciate it. | |
| walkerskye | Reviewed Chapter: 999999 on 8/20/2010 |
| I have thoroughly enjoyed both Glorfindel stories. what will I read now that they are done? will you write (please?) the tales of the second age leading up to the death of Gil-Galad? That's a huge hole in the tales. and, forgive my greediness, it should be a good, long tale. again, many thanks. Author Reply: Hello walkerskye. Thank you so much for letting me know how much you have enjoyed my stories about Glorfindel. I appreciate you taking the time to do so. I do not know if I will write tales about the second age in Middle-earth leading up to Gil-galad's death, but you never know what the Muse will inspire one to write. In the meantime, there is my Darkening tale to look forward to and while it won't be quite as long as Elf, Interrupted, it'll be long enough, I promise. | |