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| In the Hands of the Enemy by meckinock | 153 Review(s) |
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| The Karenator | Reviewed Chapter: 1 on 10/26/2003 |
| What a terrific start. The portrayal of the two rangers is just wonderful. Even though they are both ill humored and tired, the depth of the friendship between them is readily apparent. Their personalities seem very true. And I was glad that Aragron took the horse! You have done such a good job of describing the slimy thief and his "boss". The thief is such a 'bought and paid for' kind of fellow. The boss is quite mysterious and, I think, quite dangerous. And you have even corrupted a hobbit! Well, times are hard, I guess. You have done a great job of laying plans and I look forward to seeing where this heads off to. Karen Author Reply: Thanks for the wonderful review! I'm glad you are enjoying the story. I think I started Aragorn and Halbarad out arguing because well, they're guys, and guys seem to emote best when they're whaling away at each other (figuratively, at least!) | |
| Nilmandra | Reviewed Chapter: 2 on 10/26/2003 |
| This agent is thorough, and his words to Teburic are chilling. He really is bought and paid for, and they have no idea how long the reach of this master! But Strider! That is where my heart broke, as I sit here with hot tea, wrapped in my favorite cozy blanket. The life of the rangers was rough and the comforts few, and even though removing his comfort is the least design of these evil men, it is the one I am most immediately angry for! Author Reply: I know, isn't it awful? (sips cocoa and adjusts flame on remote-control gas log) I was intrigued by the notion that unremitting misery is more easily tolerated than a fresh jolt of it after one's guard is down... | |
| Nilmandra | Reviewed Chapter: 1 on 10/25/2003 |
| Glad to see this posted! I am excited to see where you take this, the story behind those men Saruman had watching Gandalf watching the Shire. I particularly enjoyed your portrayal of Halbarad - gruff and willing to push his chieftain when needed. Great voice for him. Author Reply: You're very kind! Yes, poor Halbarad - all the dirty work and none of the glory. I should have known that you (who have finally succeeded in opening my pea brain to the Silmarillion - an amazing accomplishment!) would be the one to zero right in on the story's fatal flaw - our heroes will unfortunately never be quite smart enough to figure out who's behind all this... | |