Reviews of His dear, beloved Hobbit Elf

Antane · 7 November 2008 · Chapter 1: His dear, beloved Hobbit Elf

Lovely, my dear Aunty! Bravo and I hope to see more from you like this as you grow. Love it! Namarie, God bless, Aunty Anne :)

Author's reply

Hello Aunty Anne, You are too sweet for words! Thank you for your lovely comments, they thrilled me so much, I may put up another wee poem today, just for you (after my beadaches disappeard - I was up 'til 3am posting 'Much Ado...' the 'Concerning Sam not-so-oneshot). All the best, always. (Kaea's) Aunty Maureen

Celeritas · 7 November 2008 · Chapter 1: His dear, beloved Hobbit Elf

Ooh, a ballad! (ish) Too often poetry these days, even in fandom, is sheer emoting, so it's nice to see something that fulfills its original purpose--storytelling! I couldn't help but grin at the "hobbit elf" coinage that featured in the title and then at the end. Such a nice, succinct, hobbity way of putting one of the subtler concepts in the books. Cheers!

Author's reply

Hello Celeritas, Thanks very much for your lovely words! I actually can't remember if I've seen the term 'Hobbit Elf' in another fanfic somewhere or not. The term came to mind instantly when I tried to imagine how Sam would percieve his Frodo and then I racked my brains to recall any fic I may have seen it in. If I did read it somewhere else, the story/author eludes me or I would have asked their permission first and credited them for it. Maybe it is mine though, and I'm just so clever that I can fool even myself (chortles wildly). Anyway, regardless of that particular term's origin, I'm glad you enjoyed the poem. Thanks again! Maureen :)

Linda Hoyland · 6 November 2008 · Chapter 1: His dear, beloved Hobbit Elf

I liked this poem.

Author's reply

Hello Linda, Thanks very much for reading and dropping me a wee note to show your appreciation. It makes the effort of writing worthwhile-and it's always nice to here from you! I was a bit nervous at posting this because a) I'm not a writer of poetry normally (you could probably tell as 'His dear, beloved...' was very basically structured) and b) wasn't sure anyone would read it, let alone review - but you and the other kind reviewers have put my mind at ease (phew!). Thanks again! Maureen :)

Lindelea · 6 November 2008 · Chapter 1: His dear, beloved Hobbit Elf

Ah, yes, nicely done. Seeming simple enough to be a children's song, yet telling of great deeds and terrible trials, along with fierce love and resolute loyalty. Sam shines through, with all his inherent hobbit courage and goodly nature, and even a brief flash of wit (Or see to it he ate his fill/This incognito Underhill), reminding me a little of his Troll song.

Author's reply

Hello Lindelea, Thank yoy VERY much for your kind review. I'm very flattered to get one from you - your works were highly spoken of by Larner when she reviewed another story of mine on ff.net, so I am humbled by your thoughtful words. So pleased you liked this - I had to make this simple because the only kind of poetry I know is 'rhyming' and limericks (I'm really showing my 'sophistication' here!). I'm not gifted with poetic brilliance but somehow my muse doesn't care and keeps yelling at me to 'write the bloomin' things' down anyway. Still, it doesn't seem to have turned out too badly if highly recommended authors like yourself dropped me some kind words (smiles widely)!! This ode was actually supposed to cover the events of Sam's journey from the Shire and back again - but I nearly ballked when the escapade to Rivendell alone took umpteen chapters, so I left it there and pretended it was deliberate. (seems to have worked - phew). Glad you enjoyed it - and thanks again for dropping a note! M :)

Larner · 6 November 2008 · Chapter 1: His dear, beloved Hobbit Elf

Perhaps not Robbie Burns, but excellent nonetheless. Poor Frodo, and poor Sam! No, Frodo's not the same as he was; but when they return neither is Sam. No longer simple, no longer merely faithful, but wise with the wisdom wrung from continually facing evil in spite of all.

Author's reply

As far as my eyes can garner My dear, delightful Larner Has sent me another review This honour than comes from you Has made me a happy bunny (This ode is not very funny) So thank you and I raise my glass To Larner, an author with class!

Dreamflower · 6 November 2008 · Chapter 1: His dear, beloved Hobbit Elf

That this would be their journey’s end No more adventures for his friend He’d take him home to Hobbiton Where Shire lives would carry on I found that verse so poignant. It must have seemed to Sam that their task was done--I'm sure all of the hobbits just wanted to go home at that point. That they went forward anyway is such a testament to their determination, love and devotion.

Author's reply

Hello Dreamflower, I'm so sorry! I thought I'd replied to this but have just seen that I did not. Let ma make amends by composing a small ditty for you: Dreamflower is a lovely name No one else I know bears quite the same To every chapter she brings delight With each review that she does write She recced me at her LJ page It meant more than my weekly wage For one to take such joy in my Wee tale could wet a teary eye Thank you for all your lovely words It's really more than I deserve I hope this ditty makes up for my Extremely tardy Review reply! Maureen ;) (P.S. Wage = Salary)

shirebound · 6 November 2008 · Chapter 1: His dear, beloved Hobbit Elf

He’d leave the Shire to keep him safe No harm would befall the slender waif Whose spirit shone so bright and free With Light that faithful Sam could see A lovely poem!

Author's reply

Oh wow! A review from Shirebound - I'm not worthy! Thank you very much for your kind words, I am truly honoured. Maureen :)

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