Reviews (6)

Anonymous · 28 June 2025 · Chapter 1: The Scent of Memory

There is only one more heavenly body, which he always saves for the very last. Arwen holds her breath. …is bright Eärendil, the Mariner. He looks straight at her then, eyes bright with unshed tears. Who is Eärendil, little one? It is about to be over, so she takes her time about answering. The knot rises in her throat again. He is my grandfather, your father…. And? He is called the Blessed…. And? He is also called the Morning Star…. And you? She gulps in air, intending to reply, but the knot has grown so large she can no longer trust herself to speak. He puts his hands alongside her face and kisses her forehead. Lips pressed against her skin, he begins to sing very softly a song she can barely remember and, sliding his arms around her again, begins to rock her gently. Who are you, my love? She is openly weeping now, in the high, keening tones of those in deepest grief, a grief from which there is no surcease and no return. I am your Evenstar…. [Oh Wow. Oh my. Very poignant, that part especially.]

Lady_Sinclair · 27 November 2004 · Chapter 1: The Scent of Memory

I was listening to 'Evenstar' on the TTT soundtrack when I read your story. And soon, tears started to flow down my cheeks. This is such a touching story, and you have described that bittersweet feelings of Arwen and Elrond so well. Well done, Elvasdottir!

lwarren · 30 September 2004 · Chapter 1: The Scent of Memory

I was sitting here at school...it's late and dark out...waiting for a ride home and I chanced upon this story quite by accident. If I can possibly see through the tears, I'd like to tell you how utterly beautiful this simple story of a dream is, and how much I miss my Ada, whom I lost last year. Thank you. linda

Sphinx · 12 April 2004 · Chapter 1: The Scent of Memory

One of the most exceptional stories I have read in a long time. It takes a lot of skill to do Elrond and Arwen in this situation, and you've done it brilliantly. Excellent work.

shirebound · 12 April 2004 · Chapter 1: The Scent of Memory

That is just beautiful.

webster · 12 April 2004 · Chapter 1: The Scent of Memory

Two in a row that I just have to review, and I don't even know what to say beyond "Wow." Poetry and prose. Neat. I'm just so impressed...