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| To See A World by Nightwing | 20 Review(s) |
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| Padawan Liann | Reviewed Chapter: 31 on 11/27/2004 |
| Another fantastic chapter, Nightwing! It was great to see that Legolas finally realized how capable he still remains. It has been a pleasure to read the progression of your story as he has grown in confidence and begun to re-gain his skills. I haven't commented on every chapter, but I've been hooked from the beginning, and you have never disappointed. The story continues to be fresh, wonderfully written, and engaging. Thanks again for a fantastic read! Author Reply: Well thanks! I've enjoy bringing out all the little baby steps the elf has had to take as he regains his confidence. He's still very capable, and there are more challenges to come. | |
| Alina | Reviewed Chapter: 31 on 11/26/2004 |
| What a treat to find your new chapter online today! I loved it, as I did all the others. You keep having a "voice" in this story that I really appreciate. Reading this feels as if someone is telling the tale without hurry, with great care and skillfully planted suspense. I guess that person should be you ;-) I like the way Legolas grows from this ordeal, the way he truly "spreads his wings" again. You have never rushed this development in your story, which makes it all the more believable. For the first time, you can really sense that Legolas is willing to face life again, even blind. Great job!!! I hope real life is going well for you. All your chapters are well worth the wait! Alina Author Reply: Yes, that is what I wanted to convey. He's back on his feet and ready for whatever comes his way. I never thought this story would go on so long. I'm glad you don't think it's dragging. | |
| Alison H | Reviewed Chapter: 31 on 11/25/2004 |
| Wow, that was a tough chapter to read, Nightwing.I could really feel Aragorn's frostbitten hands and I would have screamed my head off if someone had forced *my* hands in warm water! Aragorn is really suffering still but it was good to see that he was aware enough to try and get Legolas to look after himself first---as if Legolas would listen! "Legolas---you are a wonder".I just loved that line and I could have cried at Legolas' reaction to his friends' words.He *did* do a remarkable thing and he knows that now---and good for him.Pride in oneself can be a great motivator and Legolas can look forward to whatever thay may face with his confidence returned. Another exceelent chapter, Nightwing.Thank you. Author Reply: I did some reading on treating frozen hands, and the sources said to immerse them in warm water, and that morphine might be required. Egad, it must hurt horribly. Happy you liked the ending of the chapter. It seemed a good place to pause. | |
| Tithen Feredir | Reviewed Chapter: 31 on 11/25/2004 |
| Ah!Such a relief to be over the crisis! But there are more challenges ahead. It's an amazing thing you've done with this tale. You took a very hackneyed device,(central character struck by blindness), and you've turned it into the most wonderful study of character, relationships and the inner workings of resilience. Thanks for an excellent ongoing read! Can't wait for more! Hoping RL will be merciful. TF Author Reply: Well, thanks! I'm glad it's going along well so far. I do hope RL starts behaving itself too. I am fine myself, but a number of people around me are in the throes of various crises, so it's a bit draining. Have a great Turkey Day! | |
| Valto | Reviewed Chapter: 31 on 11/25/2004 |
| ay! You always leave us begging for more! At least this chapter was not as big of a cliffhanger as before. I am glad Aragorn is not faring TOO badly after his ordeal! :) Author Reply: Nope, no great cliffhanger this time. Our heroes need a rest. But there is some very scary music starting up in the background... | |
| Lamiel | Reviewed Chapter: 31 on 11/24/2004 |
| I'm so glad to have this resource to turn to when FF.net is being a pain. Alas I fear that my own current story is going to exceed the ratings allowed by SoA, otherwise I'd post it here and save myself a lot of trouble. As it is I've been sitting on the finished new chapter for two days now, badly wanting to post it but unable to do so. Oh well. On to this new chapter, and oh, I am SO glad that you are able to post it here, because I'd hate to wait any longer than necessary for it! I think you dealt with the obstacles of helping Aragorn: cleaning the wounds, controlling the pain, and especially the problem of frostbite, very realistically. Your medical skills are showing through here, and what a good thing that is! A good thing they had the poppy, too. Oh, poor, poor Aragorn. I was really feeling for him in this chapter: I know how painful it is just to warm up a mildly frozen foot (I spent two years in Wisconsin and had my share) - this must have been excruciating for him. I just loved the bit where he slammed his good foot against the bedpost - perfect! But he held the important bits still and let Legolas take care of them - brave, stoic Ranger. It gives one an appreciation for just how tough he must be. And now Legolas is off through the blizzard to care for the horse? Sheesh! Couldn't he at least bandage his hands first? I mean, really. Self confidence is wonderful, and I have the sinking feeling that he's really going to need it in days to come, but there's a point where you have to take care of yourself too! Mad Elf. I'm still concerned about his ability to shoot his bow after all of this is over. Thank you again for this update - it really lifts my spirits to see a new chapter from Nightwing. I'm so glad that you've been able to keep up with this story, despite all the curves that RL throws at you. You can have a little pride in yourself too. Go on, like Legolas discovered, it's a good thing. Oh, and congratulations for passing (by a lot!) 1000 reviews on FF.net. Good for you! This story certainly deserves it. Author Reply: I love this site, too. One reason is being able to go into the editor to make quick improvements. It's so easy. I looked over this chapter this morning and saw a few little things I wanted to fix up, like I noticed I had written Legolas wanted to "close his eyes" and fall asleep. Er, what's that? Right... no eye closing for an elf. Zip in, fix up, zip out. I love that. I'm glad you liked the detail of Aragorn kicking the bed. It's what I do when something hurts too much... an almost desperate attempt to make something else hurt worse. I remember when I was in the throes of childbirth (ow ow ow) I began yanking on my own hair. I mean really digging my claws in. Yipes. I really think Legolas should not bandage his hands first. They'll just get all dirty taking care of the horse. He's got the gloves on. Once all his work is done, he'll wrap them up and have a snooze. I am now waving my hands around in a hypnotic fashion: (sotto voce) Send me an email... your new chapter... send me your new chapter... you cannot resiiisssttt.... | |
| Eruwestial | Reviewed Chapter: 31 on 11/24/2004 |
| Wow! This is just getting better and better. You have me feeling exhausted and cold-not that I mind in the least. I can just see that cabin. Can't wait for the next chapter. Thank you! Author Reply: Thank you! I love that cabin really. It's quite cozy and rustic, with beautiful scenery all around. | |
| daw the minstrel | Reviewed Chapter: 31 on 11/24/2004 |
| As I was reading this, I was thinking about how odd it is that the person who is hurt is the one who is expected to swallow his feelings and keep quiet. Surely if it makes him feel better to scream and curse, he should do it, as long as he cooperates in being treated. Anyway, that's my theory. Legolas is indeed a wonder here. His life seems stripped down to the bare essentials of figuring out how to just live through all this on a minute by minute basis. Author Reply: Yes, that is an odd concept. I say yell if one must. It's a normal reaction, just like like cursing at your husband during labor. :-) | |
| French Pony | Reviewed Chapter: 31 on 11/24/2004 |
| Ah, the long, cold March of the Gimps is upon us. Legolas should not forget to bandage his hands, or he will be one miserable Elf. There's a reason that airline stewardesses tell you to put on your own oxygen mask before assisting your kid. How frustrating must this be for Aragorn. Not only does he have to tell Legolas what to do because Legolas is no healer, but he has to assess his own injuries, because Legolas can't see them. Getting emergency treatment is no fun in the best of circumstances, and having to direct it while you're getting it is a yucky situation to be in. Still, everyone involved bore it with grace and good humor. Author Reply: He won't forget. Just has to take care of a few more things first, since he's in charge right now. I felt rather sorry for Aragorn myself. I'm sure he would rather have just passed out. | |
| lwarren | Reviewed Chapter: 31 on 11/24/2004 |
| *wince* Ouch! I cringed all the way through this chapter! Poor Aragorn, and Legolas, too! This was a fascinating look at a blind person struggling with tasks that would challenge a sighted person, and triumphing! Go Legolas! I love the way you have tracked his adjustment to being blind - taking us through the grieving process for his sight, to his gradual acceptance to his blindness. Ever since he picked up his bow again and rode the horse, he has gradually regained some of his confidence, but it took this life or death situation with Aragorn to finally free him. Now he believes in himself...now he feels useful, and the strong friend is depending on him, and him alone! Strong tonic for the spirit, Nightwing, and couple that with his "reconnection" with the forest, and our elf is definitely on the mend. Of course, that means that "they" will come soon, doesn't it? *sigh* I foresee more owies ahead - makes me want to get the elf and the kitty and hide them in my closet! :-) (oh, yeah...Aragorn can come, too! LOL) Wonderful stuff as usual! linda Author Reply: All right, out of that closet you guys! Ouch! Me too! But I did try not to linger too lovingly over the pain as some authors have been known to do. It was a heavy part of the chapter, but I hope I didn't overdo it. Yes, I'm afraid your are right about "them". About time, too. They were supposed to show up about a thousand chapters ago. A little rest for healing, then back to it. | |