shirebound
· 11 September 2003
· Chapter 2: Chapter Two
This is great. And I do love your Bilbo, Budgie! He's a force to be reckoned with, and no mistake. “I nursed that boy through sickness and silliness and ridiculous accidents like falling out of the roof-tree at Bag End. I won’t allow him to die when he’s just started acting like a responsible adult. Buck up, Samwise. Gandalf, open that door.”
Author's reply
Yes, isn't Bilbo a joy to write? He's old enough that he can say what's on his mind and not have to bow to propriety. He sees himself the equal of any Elf or hero or hidden heir of Kings. Such a wonderful, strong, and yet accessible character.
Sunhawk
· 10 September 2003
· Chapter 2: Chapter Two
Hullo, it's me! Since SoA actually bothers to upload the story when they say they will, I'll probably be reviewing here from now on.
And--oh! I loved this chapter! The interactions between Bilbo and Sam, and especially Bilbo and Merry and Pippin--so wonderful! I've always wished that Tolkien had filled in this bit of the story for us, and I look forward to many more chapters :)
Author's reply
Hi Sunhawk! I agree with you - this site has FF.Net beat hands down. It's SO much nicer here.
Thank you - I'm glad you are enjoying the story. I have up through Chapter 6 done and awaiting receipt from the esteemed Marigold. This is the first time I've crafted a story to fit a very definite time period, and that's proving a challenge. A fascinating challenge...
pebbles66
· 29 August 2003
· Chapter 1: Chapter One
Budgielover,
Another wonderful beginning to a wonderful story! I love your stories - love the way you write about the hobbits. And I agree with everyone who thought that this tale needed to be told. Another great gap-filler. Can't wait for more.
Author Reply: Hello Pebbles. Thank you so much for the compliment. I love Elves and Dwarves and Rangers and Wizards and all other members of Middle-Earth (even orcs, in their place) but Hobbits own me. One glance from Frodo's blue eyes and I'm putty in his hands. Which does not explain why I mistreat him so ... it's not me, it's the Ring, I keep saying...
jodancingtree
· 29 August 2003
· Chapter 1: Chapter One
What a marvelous beginning! More, more!
jo
Author Reply: Hi Jo! More is coming, very soon. Thank you for your kind words.
Nilmandra
· 29 August 2003
· Chapter 1: Chapter One
I am sitting here in both awe and tears!
I love seeing the hobbits through the eyes of Glorfindel. Seeing Glorfindl was just a pleasure, as his role was limited in the book and non-existant in the movie. His fatigue, his concern - just wonderful. How he saw the courageous hobbits was even better.
You are right, this tale does need to be told. Those poor hobbits - wondering if their cousin/friend would survive through those long days and nights. I am so looking forward to this.
Author Reply: I am honored by your review - thank you! This is a hard one to write, more emotionally involving that the straight action/adventure of many of my other stories. Thank you for the words of encouragment.
Pearl Took
· 28 August 2003
· Chapter 1: Chapter One
Budgielover,
This is wonderful!! Something I've wanted to write about (another story bites the dust!) I'm so glad you are writing about what the others were going through!!
Let me invite you to read my story "While We Dwelt in Fear". It isn't here yet as the first couple of chapters haven't been edited yet, but it is at Henneth Annun and ff.net. It is about the Shire during the occupation by the ruffians. Like yours, a story that was needing to be told.
Wonderful!!!!
Pearl Took
Author Reply: Hi Pearl! I'm waaaaiiitttting to see your Rivendell story! I will enjoy seeing it all the more for having done my take on it. Thanks for writing and did I mention that I'm waiting for your story?