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• Sons of Gondor

  After the death of his beloved lady, Denethor, Steward of Gondor, lived only for Gondor and his sons. Yet once, a gentle light had streamed into the grim silence of his days, bearing a promise of joy. Might he cling to the light? But what of his sons, and of Gondor? [Chapters 3 and 4 were originally written for Teitho Challenge].

  G · 7 chapters · Complete · Published 3 May 2025 · Updated 30 June 2025 · Reviews (16)

• The King and the Steward

  Aragorn and Faramir, in the early days of their burgeoning friendship. With cameos from Húrin of the Keys, Gandalf, the hobbits, and Lady Ivriniel, who has deigned to make an appearance. Chapters 8 to 12 feature the Dunedain of the North.

  G · 12 chapters · Complete · Published 16 January 2025 · Updated 13 March 2025 · Reviews (56)

• Of Hearth and Home

  As Faramir takes up his duties and prepares for the King's return, those around him quietly care for him. A later chapter in this story will include that kiss on the wall—how could it not? This story is a companion piece for “Of Claim and Councils”, though each story can be read separately. [With gratitude to Raksha the Demon for reviewing the draft of Chapter 1, and for her wonderful Lord of the Rings fanfiction—which, after all these years, still makes me happy whenever I re-read it]

  G · 9 chapters · Complete · Published 14 December 2024 · Updated 16 January 2025 · Reviews (41)

• The Eve of May

  What happened on the eve of the King’s triumphant entry into Minas Tirith? A night of joyous feasting, honest conversations, and some quiet reflections. Featuring Aragorn, Faramir, Éowyn, and Erchirion, with special appearances by the hobbits. With gratitude to Shirebound for reviewing the draft and for her encouraging words.

  G · 5 chapters · Complete · Published 21 November 2024 · Updated 29 November 2024 · Reviews (14)

• The Shadow in the Past

  Some fragments of the story of Denethor, Finduilas and their sons.

  G · 10 chapters · Complete · Published 5 October 2024 · Updated 9 November 2024 · Reviews (23)

• Whispers in the Dark

  How did the Ring tempt a man of little pride who did not desire power? With greater treasons, of course. A short story set on the night at Henneth Annûn, after Sam praised Faramir for showing his quality.

  G · 1 chapter · Complete · Published 26 October 2024 · Updated 26 October 2024 · Reviews (5)

• Kindness in Silence

  Two men, grieving for their loved ones, found solace in each other's company. Minas Tirith, few days after the crowning of the King.

  G · 1 chapter · Complete · Published 7 September 2024 · Updated 7 September 2024 · Reviews (4)

• Of claim and councils

  When Faramir awakened in the Houses of Healing, rescued from the shadow of death, he hailed Aragorn his lord and king. But when he found himself the Steward of Gondor, and Aragorn presented his claim to the crown, Faramir began to ask questions.

  G · 2 chapters · Complete · Published 23 August 2024 · Updated 23 August 2024 · Reviews (7)