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| Starship by shirebound | 19 Review(s) |
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| cookiefleck | Reviewed Chapter: 10 on 12/4/2010 |
| Ah, a lovely epilogue. And this part was so touching in a quiet, understated way (I hate to think of them "moving on," even though in Tolkien's universe it's implied that there is a hereafter for mortals): “No,” Frodo agreed, taking his friend’s hand. “Not just yet, dear Sam.” Oh, to see Gimli's arrival at the meadow. *hints shamelessly* And I just loved the final paragraph. Thank you, dear! I have loved this story from first word to last. Author Reply: And I have loved giving Sam this unique adventure. I'm glad the Professor ended the Tale where he did, giving us leeway to find infinite ways of continuing it. I'm so very glad you enjoyed this. *beams* | |
| curiouswombat | Reviewed Chapter: 10 on 12/4/2010 |
| What a suitable ending. It is nice to think that the Elves welcomed Gimli just as he deserved; and the hobbits made him feel at home. Author Reply: Thank you. I like imagining that the hobbits would come to feel at home in the West, and that the Elves in the Blessed Realm would realize that the mortals permitted to travel there must be very special indeed. | |
| Fiondil | Reviewed Chapter: 10 on 12/4/2010 |
| A nice ending to this story, Shirebound. I thoroughly enjoyed the story from beginning to end. Well done! Author Reply: Thank you so much! That makes me very happy. | |
| Baggins Babe | Reviewed Chapter: 10 on 12/4/2010 |
| Oh Shirebound, you have me sniffling here! This was so perfect - I've always hoped that Frodo and Sam were still around when Legolas and Gimli arrived. I'm not sure how I missed the previous two chapters - had a chaotic few months - and I love the notion of Frodo cheerfully admitting to being 'an impertinent hobbit.' Thank you for a wonderful story, told in your own inimitable style. I am definitely feeling warm and fuzzy. Author Reply: We're lucky to be able to imagine the Professor's grand tale in so many ways. Who's to say the hobbits *weren't* there to greet their friends? I just had to add one more chapter, and I'm just delighted that you enjoyed it. I'm so glad we're both still here, BB. I re-read one of your lovely chapters nearly every evening. | |
| Andrea | Reviewed Chapter: 10 on 12/4/2010 |
| Oh how beautiful! I liked this ending very much, especially that Gimli was greeted by Galadriel in his own language! That must have been the happiest moment in his long life. Last but not least, I just loved this line: Adding their voices to the delicate harmonies coming from shore, they helped sing the starship home. Thank you very much :-) Author Reply: I'm so pleased you enjoyed this, Andrea! I would hate to think of Gimli's arrival as anything but truly welcoming. Such a long life, and how courageous of him to leave Middle-earth and sail into the unknown. It took me soooo long to find just the right line to end this fic. Thank *you* so much. (((YOU))) | |
| lovethosehobbits | Reviewed Chapter: 10 on 12/4/2010 |
| This was a delight to read. I am so glad you were able to finish it. Author Reply: Thank you. So am I! *happy dance* | |
| 6336 | Reviewed Chapter: 10 on 12/4/2010 |
| Oh beautiful! Gimli finally gets to meet Galadrial again, he does have a 'thing' for her dosen't he? And Elrond gets good news about his 'boys', they will be coming home soon too! Huggs, Lynda Author Reply: Nothing but good news for the ending of this gentle tale. Thank you for all your support and enthusiasm, my friend. | |
| Larner | Reviewed Chapter: 10 on 12/4/2010 |
| A beautiful reunion, and a blessed ending, singing Earendil back once more! Author Reply: Thank you so much. I like to think that the Blessed Realm has its own sweet traditions and rituals which would include the hobbits, and perhaps Vingilot's arrival is one of them. | |
| Dreamflower | Reviewed Chapter: 10 on 12/4/2010 |
| Oh. Oh, Janet, what a beautiful notion and what a sweet reunion! I hardly know what else to say except that it moved me greatly. This has been such a lovely, lovely story, and this Epilogue is a joy and a delight. Thank you so much for sharing it with us. Author Reply: Thank you very much, my friend. It's taken me quite awhile to get this chapter feeling 'just right'. I'm so very happy you found it moving! We both greatly love our 'happily ever afters'. | |