Crickhollow March 1420 by Anso the Hobbit
Larner · 11 April 2006 · Chapter 5: PART FIVË: Delayed
At least Esme is back; but now they need to call Merry back as well. Hopefully Pippin will be able to do so. Lost in the greyness of the Black Breath is no place to be.
Author's reply
No, it is definitely not a place to stay.
Dreamflower · 11 April 2006 · Chapter 5: PART FIVË: Delayed
Oh dear! Poor Merry--not only dealing with his first anniversary without really understanding what it is, but also with his mother's injury as well! However is poor Pippin going to cope! But I'm so glad that Esme is going to be all right! And the sun buns sound delicious--I've never heard of anything like them before!
Author's reply
Pippin is stronger than we think, and more grown up than anyone could imagine I suppose. The sun-buns are delicious so I should try and post a recipe over at Shire Kitchen some time. You can use ordinary wheat bun dough and make them round and have rasins in them, make egg gream and put on top, then when they are baked, mix that flour like sugar I can't remember what's called with water so it becomes paste like, spread around the egg cream and pour coconut flakes on top. Yummy.
Periantari · 11 April 2006 · Chapter 5: PART FIVË: Delayed
Merry angst! I adore your Merry h/c and angst--and with Esmie's condition, the angst really built up nicely in this chapter. :) I hope both Esme and Merry will be all right but the suspense and the urgency of situations make it very intriguing and entertaining. It's good that Pippin knows what's happening... fortunately though a healer is at hand for Merry.
Author's reply
It is very good thare is a healer at hand, yes. Thank you for reading. I am glad you like my angst and h/c because it seems that is the only thing I can write, lol!
harrowcat · 11 April 2006 · Chapter 5: PART FIVË: Delayed
Troublesome times indeed! It is awful when you realise that your parents are not as able and resiliant as they once were. And poor, poor Merry- just what he doesn't need. Some one help him quick!!!
Author's reply
Thanks! No, this is definitely not what Merry needs.
Grey Wonderer · 27 March 2006 · Chapter 4: PART FOUR: Frodo's Letter
Reviewed this on LJ but just wanted to say how much I am enjoying it and I do hope the next chapter will be up soon. I have my fingers crossed that Esmeralda is all right.
Author's reply
Thanks. I am writing hard on the next chapter now.
Periantari · 25 March 2006 · Chapter 4: PART FOUR: Frodo's Letter
oh no, what a cliff-hanger! This is a nice build-up chapter for the events that are about to come... I enjoyed the last chapter too and really hope to see the reason for Merry's disturbed nature soon (which is probably having to do with anniversary of the Witch-king slaying, i think) =) please continue soon~ :)
Author's reply
Thank you for such nice words. I am working hard on the next part now.... :)
Larner · 25 March 2006 · Chapter 4: PART FOUR: Frodo's Letter
Alas--the darkness of the anniversary is hitting Frodo as well as Merry; and now an accident involving Merry's mother? Talk about torn in two!
Author's reply
LOL! Merry is definitely torn in two. I'm working hard on the next chapter now, os I hope it won't be too long before it is up.
Larner · 14 March 2006 · Chapter 3: PART THREE: Confrontation
Excellently done! And I like seeing how the two cousins have come to know how to care for one another.
Author's reply
Thank you!
Dreamflower · 12 March 2006 · Chapter 3: PART THREE: Confrontation
Poor Merry and Pippin, not really knowing what to expect--and Merry worrying about Frodo, too! I love the concern of Merry's family, and all the gentle care Pippin shows him.
Author's reply
Thanks, dear! Yes Merry is worrying too much again, but he has people around him who knows that and do what they can to help him.
Grey Wonderer · 12 March 2006 · Chapter 3: PART THREE: Confrontation
I liked the mention of how Merry and Pippin talk without saying anything out loud. I thought Berilac did the right thing by reporting a bit of trouble because it seems Saradoc and Esmeralda's visit was good for Merry and it did seem to help him open up to Pippin after they left. Can't wait for more!
Author's reply
Thank you! Going to write more now.
PIppinfan1988 · 11 March 2006 · Chapter 3: PART THREE: Confrontation
This was awesome. Merry and Pippin struggling to vent their emotions after returning to the Shire, and leaning on one another for support. I can definitely see this bothering Merry--its never easy to articulate the state of one's mind. Very clever and well done! There *is* more...isn't there? :-) Greedy me. Pippinfan
Author's reply
Thank you so much! And yes, there will be more. Am going to write more now. :D
PIppinfan1988 · 11 March 2006 · Chapter 2: PART TWO: Another Accident
I was hooked from the start, but this is the chapter that got my curiosity up. Merry cutting his finger...nearly chopping off his foot... What is *truly* on Merry's mind?? Hmmm. Guess I'll go read the third chapter and find out, lol. Pippinfan
PIppinfan1988 · 11 March 2006 · Chapter 1: PART ONE: A Cousin with Ulterior Motives
Oh, I am so happy to see this here! I was looking for the third chapter last week on LJ and couldn't find it--I was feart that I had some how missed it. Again, this is a wonderful beginning! I love the fact that Esmeralda and Saradoc still worry over their "baby". Enjoyed the interaction between the cousins, too! Pippinfan
pipinheart · 11 March 2006 · Chapter 3: PART THREE: Confrontation
Berilac didn't have great news for them, but as parents do they had to check on them.... i like the confrontation between Merry and his parents, and Pippin as well, you can see how they care for each other... But even Merry knows something is wrong and his parents aren't long to be fooled.... Please continue...
Author's reply
Thank you! I am going to write more now, so more will come soon. :D
pipinheart · 11 March 2006 · Chapter 2: PART TWO: Another Accident
Merry is becoming a hazard to himself... The axe could have done more damage good thing, he pulled back as he did.... Pippin and Berilic taking care of him, that was nice...
pipinheart · 11 March 2006 · Chapter 1: PART ONE: A Cousin with Ulterior Motives
Merry is very suspisious of berilic being there, but of course he is right, his parents worried about them, after everything that they've been through. Berilic is a good cousin, but also curious of what happened... great job...
Larner · 4 March 2006 · Chapter 2: PART TWO: Another Accident
Wasn't sure what the date was, but is it the anniversary of the destruction of the Witch King? Or is he having sympathy feelings for Frodo? His anniverary with Shelob is about due, after all.
Author's reply
It's March 1420 so that would be the answer to all your questions I think. :)
Grey Wonderer · 27 February 2006 · Chapter 2: PART TWO: Another Accident
I looked forward to this one while at work today and it did not disappoint me. This is getting very interesting. I do think that Merry is about to have a very bad time of it. I hope that Pippin is ready for it when it comes. I was a bit sorry to see Berilac leave because he was trying so very hard. Great story and I am looking forward to more.
Author's reply
Berilac did after all leave his newborn at the Hall and he has a rather urgent errand now don't you think? I am glad it didn't disappoint you because there is lots more to come. :)
harrowcat · 27 February 2006 · Chapter 2: PART TWO: Another Accident
I don't think 'enjoying ' is the right word for this Anso but it is a good read.
Author's reply
Um... thank you? Glad you stopped by.
Dreamflower · 27 February 2006 · Chapter 2: PART TWO: Another Accident
Poor Merry! How embarrassing thia is going to be for him, in addition to the fact that for the first time, an anniversary is creeping up on him! Berilac is a wonderful cousin. I hope he goes straight to Saradoc with his concerns!
Author's reply
Oh Berilac is going straight for Sara, don't you worry, lol. And guess who's going straight for his son after that? ;) Glad you enjoyed!
Grey Wonderer · 22 February 2006 · Chapter 1: PART ONE: A Cousin with Ulterior Motives
I was pleased to see a new story from you posted. I like your Berilac. I do think he means to help if only Merry will let him. He seems very concerned about his cousin. Glad that Pippin was feeling better by the end of the chapter as I do think that Merry is about to need some help himself. Lovely beginning!
Author's reply
Thank you! The problem is Merry letting people help him, isn't it? :D