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| In Empty Lands by Larner | 16 Review(s) |
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| harrowcat | Reviewed Chapter: 3 on 10/31/2008 |
| I have really enjoyed these two chapters Larner. Great insights into the early relationships of the Fellowship. I, too, am curious as to what Estel was reading *grin* (But then, any book interests me!) Author Reply: Am so glad they please and intrigue. Boromir has but the faintest of ideas as to whom he's just met; but for Aragorn--to realize this is the one he knew as an infant and toddler--it must be somewhat overwhelming. But he'd be interested in hearing Boromir's report, recognizing the soldier's soldier before him. And I agree--any book interests me, too! | |
| Baggins Babe | Reviewed Chapter: 3 on 10/31/2008 |
| What a fascinating look at Boromir's journey, and this first meeting between the future King and the man who would have been his Steward if things had been different. Poor Boromir - and poor Aragorn. I shouldn't think anyone would sleep very well if they'd faced the Witch-king! Author Reply: They've both faced the Nazgul now, and now Boromir knows his new acquaintance has faced the Witch-king himself just recently. Must be a rather startling thought, I'd think. And it has been interesting examining Boromir's own journey, and what it must have been like having to walk that distance from Tharbad. And both Boromir and Aragorn will be coming to the Council on no sleep--although I suspect Aragorn's more used to such things than Boromir is. Thanks so for the feedback. | |
| Andrea | Reviewed Chapter: 3 on 10/31/2008 |
| Like Dreamflower already pointed out, this is a very plausible encounter. Seeing Aragorn through Boromir's eyes was as if you met him for the very first time! I was fascinated by all the similarities to Denethor Boromir found in Aragorn's features and behaviour. And yet, there was something different which he only recognised in Aragorn, not in his father. The name by which the Elf had addressed the Man had brought to mind the emotion he’d seen in his face that he’d not seen in the face of his father for so very long--indeed, not since the death of his mother--hope. I found that very fitting! I'm looking forward to reading more. Author Reply: I like to do plausible encounters. I loved the movie moment, but I know that the Shards of Narsil lying on that stone tray held by the statue is AU. Such an encounter as this one seemed a nice compromise. We know that Elrond gave Aragorn the child's name of Estel; that hope could be found in his expression ever, even at his grimmest seems probable. Am so glad you find that fitting. As for the resemblance to Denethor--Tolkien himself indicated that the two could easily have been brothers. Thanks so for the feedback. | |
| Antane | Reviewed Chapter: 3 on 10/31/2008 |
| That library would have been to my liking too! But :) that Boromir would go there to look for something boring. It is a wonder that there would even be anything there he could find to fit the description! Namarie, God bless, Antane :) Author Reply: And mine, Antane. Oh, I'm sure he could find something boring there if he looked hard enough. Certainly in my own library I have several volumes that tend to put me to sleep that I have mostly for reference purposes. Anyway, thanks so much for the feedback. | |
| shirebound | Reviewed Chapter: 3 on 10/31/2008 |
| What an interesting, thoughtful conversation. And I like your description of the corridors and library by night. Author Reply: Thanks so, Shirebound. I love to think that in the four or more millenia Elrond dwelt here he would have collected many things as well as much knowledge. It must have been such a fascinating place to visit! No wonder Bilbo decided to retire there. | |
| Dreamflower | Reviewed Chapter: 3 on 10/31/2008 |
| Again, a very plausible encounter and conversation! I love the two probing one another, very politely, and very astutely on both their parts. But it's clear that Boromir is puzzled by this new acquaintance--who seems to know more about him. Author Reply: Oh, yes, in his own way Boromir is also a judge of Men, if not to the depth that his father and brother are--and as Aragorn proved to be as well. But to have this one know his name...that might have been a bit of a puzzler, although he might assume the one who led him to his room told this Man when he asked. But he's going to be watching the northern Dunadan in the morning, I'd think. | |