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| Sundry Scrolls III by Raksha The Demon | 108 Review(s) |
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| harrowcat | Reviewed Chapter: 11 on 6/21/2009 |
| Perhaps part of Denethor's difficulty was in being able to live up to his son's hero worship. Author Reply: Interesing idea. I'm not sure how much Denethor would have concerned himself with conforming to his younger son's opinion, though. At this point, to a boy, especially a son of his, Denethor would have appeared to be (and was) very smart; and he had a lot of good qualities. Thanx much for reviewing, Harrowcat! | |
| harrowcat | Reviewed Chapter: 12 on 6/21/2009 |
| Ah, *sniffle*. Perfect ending Raksha. Author Reply: Thanx, harrowcat; and sorry about the sniffle. I don't do death scenes often for that reason... | |
| Nesta | Reviewed Chapter: 12 on 6/21/2009 |
| I always felt very sorry for Halbarad. He had a rotten deal and very little recognition. I think his last thoughts might have strayed back northwards, though... Author Reply: We don't know enough about Halbarad, do we. Some things can be inferred from the few words Tolkien spends on him, and some things must be imagined. It's a little surprising that Tolkien doesn't mention any of the other 29 Dunedain who accompanied Halbarad from the North, not even any names; but perhaps he wanted to preserve their mystery. I thought that to most of the Northern Dunedain of the late Third Age, Minas Tirith would have an almost mythical significance and attraction; but I don't think too many of them got to see the place. And the idea that Halbarad saw this fabulous city built by Elendil's sons, only on the day he came to fight and die for it, intrigued me. I think he made his peace with his memories of home before the scene I wrote; because I believe he definitely knew he was not going home. Thanx for reviewing, Nesta! | |
| Nesta | Reviewed Chapter: 11 on 6/21/2009 |
| That really makes one think. If it was anyone but Faramir I'd say he was sucking up, but not Faramir. Perhaps he's not old enough yet to realise the many ways in which he would not be well advised to imitate Dad. Author Reply: I would think that many kids, even very bright ones, would greatly admire their parents at the age of eleven. And Faramir may not have been taught to pick apart traditional heroes. I think that his and Denethor's relationship would have been pretty good at this point, at least compared to what we saw in LOTR. There was love between them, and that had to start somewhere; also, Faramir's not quite old enough to be a pain-in-the-butt teenager here. Thanx for a noteworthy review, Nesta! | |
| Linda Hoyland | Reviewed Chapter: 12 on 6/20/2009 |
| This is a very moving glimpse of poor Halbarad's last moments. I love his courage and dignity here, which fit well with the foresight Tolkien shows us that he has.His devotion to ARagorn is especially touching and his feelings for Minas Tirith. Author Reply: Thanks, Linda. I think Halbarad was an especially brave man; and I believe he would have faced his death with fortitude. | |
| Linda Hoyland | Reviewed Chapter: 11 on 6/20/2009 |
| What a devoted son Faramir is to revere his father above all!I loved his list of heroes.An enjoyable glimpse of of young Faramir,who I imagine enjoys his lessons. Author Reply: I think this might have been a time when Faramir and his father were quite close, before Faramir's natural independant streak probably widened during adolesence. I'm sure he had a long list of heroes and even some heroines; the adult Faramir seems to have had a keen appreciation of courage. Thanx for reading and reviewing, Linda. | |
| Inzilbeth | Reviewed Chapter: 10 on 6/7/2009 |
| Raksha, you are one of the few authors whose works I always read whatever the subject or characters, but I love all this Second Age stuff so this was a real treat. I hope you expand on these events further. Well done. Author Reply: What nice things to say - thanx, Inzilbeth! Not sure when the Anarion muse will return, but this one was fun to write and I did like Anarion as a character. The Second Age is fascinating, isn't it - But then I've always liked the Numenoreans (or at least the ones that weren't Sauron-enthralled or into enslaving Middle-earth)... | |
| Virtuella | Reviewed Chapter: 9 on 6/6/2009 |
| "Peace was such a new and precious thing!" That was my favourite sentence here. The Gondorians would have had much to learn in that respect! Author Reply: It must have been marvelous for the people of Minas Tirith and the Pelennor to be able to look toward the Ephel Duath and not fear an invasion by Sauron's forces; to know that they could look forward to peace instead of just backward to past greatness. Gondor had suffered from the Shadow's influence for too long. Thanx for reviewing, Virtuella! | |
| Linda Hoyland | Reviewed Chapter: 10 on 6/6/2009 |
| This is just beautiful.I love the bond between the brothers and the magical,mystical feel of this piece,simply outstanding!It is rare for me to enjoy a Simarillion story too,so well done in capturing my interest and enthusiasm! Author Reply: I was going for a mix of myth and magic; so I'm glad some of it came through. I'm pleased that you liked this Silm-based ficlet. Thanx for the review! | |
| Linda Hoyland | Reviewed Chapter: 9 on 6/6/2009 |
| I liked the emphasis on rebuilding and renewal and Faramir's interest and concern. Author Reply: Thanx for reviewing the vignette, Linda. There would be a lot of rebuilding going on for months and years in Minas Tirith and Osgiliath; but there would be some urgency in repairing holes in the defenses first and patching up holes and ditches in the road to make way for the return of the King and thousands of troops. | |