Reviews (63)

periantari · 11 July 2023 · Chapter 19

I Love the last scene which Faramir fell asleep next to Aragorn. Woo-what an adventure you had us go through with Aragorn being captured. IT was all great writing!

periantari · 11 July 2023 · Chapter 16

LOVED THIS chapter so much. I have tears in my eyes because of missing Boromir, Faramir asking Aragorn to be groom's men-it's so touching. And of course the whole wedding procession was almost exactly how i imagined it. Finally happiness for Faramir, <3

periantari · 11 July 2023 · Chapter 13

I agree with Faramir's suggestions on how Aragorn should be in terms of ruling and also letting the people see who he is. That is critical to set things right by the common people who do not know the King though they have accepted him due to him being the heir of Isilur and defeating Mordor. Great chapter

periantari · 11 July 2023 · Chapter 12

That was such a fun chapter- glad that it is less tension filled and perhaps Faramir and Aragorn's relationship can get better from here.

periantari · 11 July 2023 · Chapter 10

Wow that was quite a chapter- i really enjoyed it and loved the powerful Faramir we get to see here. This was written almost perfectly!

LisaG · 11 July 2010 · Chapter 20

Great story! I'm glad Aragorn and Faramir finally came to an understanding and can build on their friendship and commradarie.

LisaG · 11 July 2010 · Chapter 6: Chapter 6

Well, thankfully Faramir now knows it's not Aragorn who is the source of corruption in Gondor, but rather most likely one or more of the Councillors. I can certainly understand Aragorn's frustration with Faramir and he really can't be blamed for thinking the worst of his Steward if after all these weeks, he sees no improvement or promise in the man. I wish Faramir would TALK to Aragorn about what's going on, instead of adding to the King's feelings of guilt...how is Aragorn supposed to know what to do or what to think when he's still in the dark about what's going on? :(

LisaG · 11 July 2010 · Chapter 5

Great story so far, but it upsets me that Faramir is helping the Gondorian veterans behind Aragorn's back...he's not even trying to find out if what Lireal said is true. And even if it was, since Aragorn is so new to running a kingdom, he probably doesn't know all that goes on around him...it's impossible to be involved in everything and at every level. I just bet there's someone making up these rules without Aragorn's knowledge or permission and if the king ever found out, he'd be appalled and angry. I hope Faramir's plan doesn't backfire on him...I would imagine Aragorn would be deeply hurt that his own Steward didn't trust him enough to even discuss the situation, let alone trying to solve it without his knowledge. :(

Agape4Gondor · 10 July 2008 · Chapter 20

An very good tale indeed. I'm sorry I didn't get to 'review' along the way, but I've just finally read it and needed to say how much I enjoyed it. It was a difficult tale to read for the interactions between the characters - but I felt that the tension was appropriate seeing as Eowyn and Aragorn were really strangers to Faramir. I was most grateful when Arwen finally became friends with Faramir. At last, someone that he could turn to in time of distress... Though I did like that he still kept a bit of distance for awhile. As much as I'm a Denethor fan, I hardly had a moment's pause on any of the 'parts' that dealt with Faramir's father. I accepted most of Faramir's introspection and really applauded that you showed that Denethor did his best to keep Gondor alive and running, if not smoothly, at least running. I loved the whole 'reason' for Faramir's reticence (sp?) with the state of the City... Well-written, well thought out story! Congratulations!

Anonymous · 7 November 2004 · Chapter 20

Great ending to the story. Faramir has shown himself to be a worthy and canny steward. It's fitting that Aragorn trusts him to handle the sentencing and facilitating all the remaining actions. And he does make the punishment fit the crime!

Bodkin · 7 November 2004 · Chapter 20

Three cheers for Faramir!!! Who ended the story in one piece - (a temporary oversight, I'm sure) - and happy! I like happy endings with the goodies rewarded and the baddies snarling 'curses'. Though the hanged ones probably find it a bit harder to say. Imagine Gimli holding Legolas down while he receives sloppy kisses! Could get some quite excited. Though I quite like the happy start . . . Good story. Good ending. Look forward to your next production.

fliewatuet · 23 October 2004 · Chapter 19

Phew *fliewatuet wipes sweat off her forehead* I am glad that Aragorn is found at last. And not too early, as it seems. I am sorry, though, that Lord Corrin is so ill. He seemed such a fine man from the bits and pieces of information you gave about him, and without him, Aragorn would have most likely not been found in time. It's a pity that the Man who ultimately safed the King's life will probably not live long enough for Aragorn to at least express his thanks. But my favourite part was the closing scene. Faramir was so wound up over that whole business and it was good to see him relax in the end, even though in a position that he will no doubt regret in the morning.

Bodkin · 23 October 2004 · Chapter 19

Oh good. This turned up to brighten a really gloomy dark wet and generally miserable afternoon. Phew - Aragorn is safe (for the moment). And Faramir is sleeping and safe (for the moment). I'm glad Gimli was there - I think labyrinths are suitable places for dwarves to show their skills. It's a good thing that Lord Corrin lasted that extra twenty four hours. It could have been a touch disastrous if he had popped his clogs just as they walked through the door. Good chapter.

fliewatuet · 18 October 2004 · Chapter 18

Wow, that was intense. I am glad that Tamir and Faramir were not seriously harmed and that Tamir could identify their attacker. But I fear that Aragorn's time is running out and they better find him soon. Rest assured that I'll be biting my nails until the next chapter is posted ;-) fliewatuet

Bodkin · 18 October 2004 · Chapter 18

Poor Faramir - he just seems to be at the centre of so much agony. Perhaps, should he survive, Aragorn will cotton on and send him off to be a loyal steward somewhere VERY FAR AWAY, where his talent for disaster could lead others into trouble. (Only kidding.) So now Faramir knows about the kinglet inside before Aragorn does - is that treason? At least it gives him some motivation for continuing in the event that Elessar doesn't turn up. I don't blame Darin for not wanting to get involved in anything that might lead to further discipline - they play for keeps in the Gondorian army, but Tamir was rather determined. Poor Faramir again - the flogging was bad enough, but now he is having to steel himself to deal with torture. Not his cup of tea at all - I just hope it's effective, as that can be the only justification to help him live with it. He's just too sensitive to be a Fourth Age Man.

nijijin · 11 October 2004 · Chapter 17

Hooooray! Nice to see another chapter of this great story. I really enjoyed how you handled the wedding night. I like the idea that Faramir didn't think he was meant to have a meaningful relationship and then found one. Nicely done. Ah ha! I knew the evil Lord Haralil was up to something. Who is going to save them! And poor Tamir, too. Have really enjoyed his character. Can't wait for the next chapter! Nijijin

fliewatuet · 10 October 2004 · Chapter 17

You didn't give Faramir much time to enjoy the bliss of marriage. It seems both he and the King underestimated to what means Lord Haralil would revert should his freedom and his business be threatened. Now you have me sitting on the edge of my seat, biting my nails in anticipation of the next chapter ;-) BTW, I really loved the Éowyn's and Faramir's little ceremony. What a loving way to honour their loved ones who lost their lifes in the terrible war.

Bodkin · 10 October 2004 · Chapter 17

No! Just as things are going so well, too. A moment of rare happiness for Faramir and then everything explodes again. (It's a wonder he survived, that boy, with all those head injuries he keeps incurring!) If the warning had only arrived a few hours earlier, that horrible Lord Haralil would not be able to do this! (It seems as if his son is an all right sort - who needs to be fostered by some sensible upright family who will Teach Him Right From Wrong). I do hope the nice bits about Tamir and his future are not just to soften us up for his death. Eowyn and Arwen to the rescue! Please!

lmw · 29 September 2004 · Chapter 16

You made me cry. Poor Faramir, so much emotion. He's been through so much, and he has so much going for him. I liked the bachelor 'picnic', Faramir needed his friends.

Raksha The Demon · 25 September 2004 · Chapter 16

Probably my favorite chapter! Loved the wedding, the customs and ceremony. And Faramir grieving for Boromir's absence, but reaching out to Aragorn as a brother, for help and support, was very moving.

Bodkin · 24 September 2004 · Chapter 16

Ahhhhhhhh. I love Aragorn as substitute adopted brother. Faramir needs family - and love and approval. And it's good for Aragorn to be a big brother.

lmw · 14 September 2004 · Chapter 15

I have just finished reading your story-in-progress, and I am SO relieved that you are still working in it. I can't wait to find out how Faramir explains all to Eowyn, I'm betting she will take it better than he expects. I like the idea of the friends still being together, Legolas, Gimli, Aragorn and Arwen, Faramir and Eowyn. Looking forward to more.

fliewatuet · 11 September 2004 · Chapter 15

Sorry for not leaving a review for the past chapers, but rest assured that I still enjoy this tale. I am glad that Faramir finally seems to settle into his new office and that he and the King seem to have a working agreement on how to share the load. Now I only hope that being forced to deal out punishment to the four soldiers does not upset Faramir too much. And on a positive note: I really liked the description of the construction-site in Emyn Arnen. That will be a most lovely place to live, once it's finished, a place that Faramir and Éowyn more than deserve.

Bodkin · 11 September 2004 · Chapter 15

I'm surprised Aragorn and Faramir are still on their feet, if they've taken all the Council's work onto their own shoulders. 'At the King’s insistence, each new contract contained a clause holding the signatory responsible for not only their own actions but those of all their employees and retainers.' Very interesting principle - sounds as if it could be rather unfair, depending on how much control the signatory has over the enforcement of the contract. How long before the less scrupulous employ someone to sign for them and take the blame? Poor Faramir - enforcing discipline through flogging misbehaving troops would not be easy for him. Aragorn and the master-at-arms were supportive, but he will take a while to recover. However, the troops will now be much more wary about disobeying his orders. I hope the tribunal gets through its labours soon.

Bodkin · 29 August 2004 · Chapter 14

I can see Eowyn's point of view really. Poor old Faramir has the world on his shoulders and he's not willing to let anyone in. Then, on the other hand, I can see why Faramir dreads raised voices and emotional pressure. I like the secret place - it sounds beautiful.