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| Elf Academy 3: The Enemy Within by Fiondil | 2009 Review(s) |
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| Soledad | Reviewed Chapter: 120 on 2/19/2015 |
| It is hard to imagine that the story is over. It was such a fixture in our lives - and there's still so many questions open. I really hope that the excellent people who're trying to put together the next part will succeed. It would be a shame if any of this saga got lost. Even if it is unfinished. As for he actual chapter: as sorry as I feel for Glorfindel, I think it's for the best. It would never work out. Not only is Helyanwe a fairly shallow little thing, too much has happened between them. I don't doubt that Glorfi forgave her; but sometimes that's not enough. Good to see that Daeron and Melyanna are on the right path, though. | |
| bookworm | Reviewed Chapter: 120 on 2/19/2015 |
| I wasn't going to review. It's not the same without Fiondil on the other side, as grateful as I am to those he left to finish the story. But I can't let it close without a farewell. It hurts a lot to know that we will never see more of the wonderful expansion of the Professor's world, but it is a good hurt, because it was a beautiful thing, while it lasted. Thank you, Fiondil, for this wonderful journey. Thank you to his family for taking us through to the end. Maybe when I see you in heaven, there'll be more of the tale to tell. | |
| Larner | Reviewed Chapter: 120 on 2/18/2015 |
| A fitting ending to this installment, and I rejoice we could read it all. I grieve for Glorfindel, but do not believe that things would have gone well had she stayed at this time. Although, who knows? Perhaps a guest come for the next wedding will prove to be the one for him! | |
| Laet | Reviewed Chapter: 120 on 2/18/2015 |
| Really sad to see this end, but I do hope that you continue to publish his next story. I know it is not finished, but I hate to see any of his stories not see the light of day. | |
| rikki | Reviewed Chapter: 120 on 2/18/2015 |
| @Sunny, I love the things you find on YouTube. Do you search by author or subject? @FV_Whisper, that picture of Glorfindel meeting Elrond is fantastic! Some of my favorite elves and such detail to the picture. And the license! I was sitting there trying to come up with what a real license would look like, perhaps RIVNDEL? I am also sad that this part of the tale is over though it is appropriate in that there is an end and new beginnings coming up. There are a lot of things to happen in Elf Academy 4 that Fiondil hinted about in his reviews. I appreciate all that the betas are trying to do for his readers to see this story. Though we will never see the ending I plan on going back and reading all the previous stories in a marathon and enjoy the story as it appears. I was angry at Helena for leaving like she did. When was she going to tell Glorfindel that she was leaving? When she got on the ship? Even if their relationship was never going to develop beyond friendship, as a friend and even the fact that Glorfindel is one of the leaders in Edhollond she should have taken time to let him know. Just telling Galandriel and Melly is not enough. Maybe Helena just assumed that Glorfindel would pick up the subtle hints she was probably dropping, but one should never take that assumption with something so important. I am also sad because Glorfindel was exploring a new relationship that he has never had before and it would have been nice to have someone there to listen and ease the stress after a hard day. But maybe Fiondil planned on Glorfindel finding someone else later on or Glorfindel will be so involved in planning for the Dagor Dagorath that he doesn't have time for anyone. It was a good ending for Turgon and Glorfindel. Although they will be in different dimensions, it is nice to know that Turgon still depends on Glorfindel to carry on with protecting all that is dear to him. Finally I loved Alex and his asking pointed questions about the history of the Templars. Not to pry into someone's life, though I will admit that I am curious also, but because he is right, betrayal can come up unexpectedly. Alex and Derek will be very useful in the future development of the security that is going to be needed in this planning. To all the readers and reviewers here, I have enjoyed greatly reading your ideas and impressions of Fiondil's writing. Sometimes your questions would bring about some interesting hints from the author. As Fiondil always wrote, _Thanks for leaving a review, it is much appreciated._ Namatase mellon. | |
| KathyG | Reviewed Chapter: 120 on 2/18/2015 |
| Well, as of today, this story is finished; all that remains now is for Fiondil's beta-readers to post Elf Academy 4. It's sad to realize that once that story is posted, there will be no more stories from Fiondil. We have all enjoyed this one, and I predict that we will all enjoy Elf Academy 4, too. | |
| FV_Whisper | Reviewed Chapter: 120 on 2/18/2015 |
| And at last, we come to the end. Farewell is a very appropriate tittle, in many ways. It feels so definitive now, even though I know there's still EA4 coming up. And it's wierd thinking then Fiondil verse really will come to an end. Ellie, Alassiel and Shemyaza, I want to thank you for your efforts on trying to carry on with EA4. I would have loved to tell Fiondil how my guesses Gwyn and Gareth had something to do with the Knight Templars (and I'd like to think by their responses, more than they are going on about now) were right. The days before leaving went rather rushed, with many things being wrapped up between the Elves and Mortals, but the day of leaving was breathtaking. Trust Fiondil to use the Feast of the Ascension to make the Elves depart again. Helyanwë leaving was quite a surprise, but a lot of things happened between her and Glorfindel and perhaps too much happened. I don't think she would be completely comfortable around him even after years, how much he really loved her. It might be heartbreaking for Glorfindel, but I think for Helyanwë, going back was a wise decision. Glorfindel retaking his oath to Turgon was one of the most beautiful things and a solution for both of the problems the two of them have been facing. Both gave grown a lot emotionally since they're met up with each other again, and in a good way. Turgon will feel a lot better now. And he took indeed a skateboard with him lol! On the length of stories, chapter wise, EA3 comes in 4th, but I took out my files I used for making my e-readers versions of the stories, and here's by word count: Elf Interrupted 2- 150 chapters - 542.620 words Elf Academy 3 - 120 chapters - 503.324 words In Darkness Bound - 130 chapters - 467.874 words Elf Interrupted - 142 chapters - 422.561 words Yes, I like to keep track of things like that lol. Sunny, thanks of always for sharing those links. Some nice link from me as well: http://i.ebayimg.com/00/s/MTIwMVgxMjAw/z/jawAAOSwbqpTxzEd/$_1.JPG A car license plate I came across this one and thought it would be perfect for the Twins to use. Or Elrond, if he ever want to get his driving license. As well as this beautiful painting from Glorfindel meeting Elrond for the first time: https://goldseven.wordpress.com/2015/02/14/glorfindels-return-to-rivendell/ The artist is selling prints of it and one of them is on it's way to me! Thanks to all the other reviewers for sharing you thoughts about this story, the things you cared about, and your grief. I hope to see you again with EA4. Until then, I wish you all a very fond farewell. Corine | |
| Lindelea | Reviewed Chapter: 120 on 2/18/2015 |
| Ah. I missed the "complete" notice when I clicked on the story to read the latest addition. I had no idea the story was so close to its finale. That makes "Farewells" an even more apt, and even more poignant, chapter title. Farewell, Fiondil. You done good. I thank those who are working to bring EA4 to fruition. Blessings to all who knew and loved Fiondil. | |
| Lindelea | Reviewed Chapter: 119 on 2/18/2015 |
| I almost missed this chapter! Thus the reviews, out of order. Alex and Derek were there as a matter of course. This had all the timing of a punch line, after the long list of "representings". Having read my share of apocalyptic science fiction in my day, I can easily imagine why the Valar are interested in training people living on the outskirts, with "primitive" weapons, rather than concentrating their efforts in population centers, with weapons that might be dependent upon electronics (which can be knocked out by EMP, a side effect of nuclear detonations, for one thing), or dependent on a supply of ammunition that can run out and might not be so easily replaced or re-used. Warlords, indeed. I can only imagine the gridlock that would proceed from involving the actual warlords in our society in discussions. Turf battles and empires, to start. Sounds like mortals are ably represented in this meeting. The translation of the "get well" card is much appreciated -- as my guess was way off... I thought it was an apology of sorts. And the grammatical error was a charming touch. | |
| Sweetpea Deepdelver | Reviewed Chapter: 120 on 2/18/2015 |
| What? NO! *sniff, sniff* I will miss this story so much....thank you for giving it to me, Finodil and everyone else who has worked on it. Thank you all. | |