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| To Find a Heart by Cairistiona | 15 Review(s) |
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| daw the minstrel | Reviewed Chapter: 1 on 11/18/2008 |
| Great exploration of a strong warrior's difficulty in forgiving himself and moving on. And how much he would have missed if he hadn't! Let me tell you how I feel. I feel pain that runs as hot fire through my chest every time I look at Aragorn, knowing that it is because of me that he will grow up fatherless. I feel guilt carving a hollow cavern in my gut when I see Gilraen, widowed, grieving for her fallen lover. Oh, I feel, my brother," he spat. "I feel, and it is killing me and I will not stay here and endure any longer the sight of them, for if I do, I will surely die myself. Strong imagery here. It really conveys the emotion. Author Reply: Thank you! You've used my favorite combination of words: "strong warrior". I wanted to convey that aspect of the Twins, since it's such an integral part of who they are. And I'm so glad you felt that line of Elladan's didn't counter that--I was a little afraid it might be over the top or too emotional. But I think because he's saying it to his twin brother, it works. Thanks again! | |
| Agape4Gondor | Reviewed Chapter: 1 on 11/18/2008 |
| I found I was fighting tears as Elladan finally spied Aragorn in Minas Tirith... holdover from the last part - I find it 'unseemly' to cry. But you almost wrung a few from me. This was lovely. One question - I'm not a 'true' Elf reader - but I wonder at them using the term Rivendell - is not the Elven term 'Imladris?' Just curious. Again - beautiful tale from the beginning to the end... (I loved the egg scene!) Author Reply: Thank you for your kind words! I'm so glad you found it moving--I still am a bit amazed to think anything I wrote could move someone nearly to tears. And yes, that egg scene was a fun one ... poor Elrohir, he just couldn't get Elladan to soften up, could he? And you're right; I should have used Imladris, since this is from a Peredhil point of view (I'm not normally an Elf or Peredhil writer, can you tell?? LOL; my heart lies mostly with Aragorn and Halbarad). Perils of not having a beta go over this! Thanks for pointing it out--I'll correct it. | |
| Inzilbeth | Reviewed Chapter: 1 on 11/18/2008 |
| Oh this is just so lovely! I don't know which part I love best; Elrond's wisdom, the tickling game or the happy ending. Probably the ending as this is such a joyous moment for them all. Wonderful stuff. Author Reply: Glad you liked it, Inzilbeth! I really wanted to touch on Elladan's reactions as Aragorn finally entered Minas Tirith, so I'm glad you liked that part especially. I think that ended up being my own favorite part to write. | |
| Larner | Reviewed Chapter: 1 on 11/18/2008 |
| Ay, indeed was love found that day, and hearts eased! And now, to see that child the Man foretold, the one to take the crown at last! Yes, so very right! Beautifully written and most moving. Author Reply: Thank you, Larner! I'm glad you enjoyed it. And wow, that's one of the most beautifully written reviews I've ever recieved--I feel like I should review your review! :) | |
| shirebound | Reviewed Chapter: 1 on 11/18/2008 |
| Then the Steward’s voice rang out in joy and Elladan trembled at the words. "Shall he be king and enter the City and dwell there?"1 Elladan raised his voice and his arm and would have flown into the very air had Ilúvatar given that ability to Elves and Men. "Yea!" he cried, as loud a shout as his lungs would allow. His voice was lost in all the others but he knew that Estel heard him, felt his joy and his pride. And his love. Ohhh, this is a wonderful story, full of love and wisdom, grief and joy. I really enjoyed this. Author Reply: Thank you, Shirebound! I'm so glad you enjoyed this. :) | |