Reviews (58)

Larner · 22 February 2010 · Chapter 7: Chapter 7

That would be a hard thing to accept, now he's just begun to respect the man and his competency! But Thorongil has his reasons, as WE know....

Larner · 22 February 2010 · Chapter 6: Chapter 6

A wonderfully suspenseful chapter! Can't wait to find out who Oriel is!

Radbooks · 22 February 2010 · Chapter 7: Chapter 7

Great chapter! I'm really enjoying this story and I can't wait for the next chapter. I really like the way you write both Imrahil and Aragorn. :)

someone reading · 21 February 2010 · Chapter 6: Chapter 6

Please, don't leave us hanging here anymore! It's been almost 2 weeks since this cliffhanger. :(

utfrog · 9 February 2010 · Chapter 6: Chapter 6

Great story, but what an awful cliff-hanger ending. Hope the next chapter is ready for a quick posting!

Radbooks · 3 February 2010 · Chapter 5: Chapter 5

I'm really enjoying this story!!

Larner · 2 February 2010 · Chapter 5: Chapter 5

I see how the boys are proving helpful--and adding complications as well. Now--to get in and then out again!

whitewave · 2 February 2010 · Chapter 5: Chapter 5

I like Jibran very much--such a smart and spunky little boy. Will he play a part in future chapters as well?

daw the minstrel · 2 February 2010 · Chapter 5: Chapter 5

I really like the way the boys' rescue leads to solving one problem (how to signal the ships) and complicates the plot later with the addition of the rescue plans. That connection of events is very nicely done.

utfrog · 2 February 2010 · Chapter 5: Chapter 5

Hooray for a rescue mission. No wonder Captain Thorongil and his men were such heroes.

FantasyFan · 1 February 2010 · Chapter 4: Chapter 4

How quickly pity and mercy are rewarded! Imrahil will not kill a boy; he will not be as evil as his enemies - this when he still thought the boy might be one of those enemies. Instead, Jibran proves the key to sucess. As time runs short, he wouldn't have been able to take the fortifications. Gandalf said it once about Gollum - the pity of Bilbo may rule the fate of many. It's equally applicable here.

Larner · 30 January 2010 · Chapter 4: Chapter 4

A nice, fairly neat win here! And I'm glad they're taking the boys. What a life to live! Wonderful victory--now to the next stage!

Larner · 30 January 2010 · Chapter 3: Chapter 3

Wisdom indeed he shows, and a keen appreciation for the newly met captain as well as the locals. Now--to get in there and subdue the place in a hurry!

Larner · 30 January 2010 · Chapter 2: Chapter 2

Finally--some time to read and comment! A wonderful first meeting, and love the thought here, too, that Thorongil might just prove a half-brother to Denethor--yes, an excellent reason for Denethor to distrust the man! Love the descriptions given, and the plan is wonderful! Now, to execute it!

galimeril · 26 January 2010 · Chapter 4: Chapter 4

A nice addition, I like the idea of the boy, I'm glad Imrahil is getting him and the others out, no one should be forced to live like that. May the stars shine upon you and your muse never desert!

daw the minstrel · 26 January 2010 · Chapter 4: Chapter 4

You capture the brutality of warfare well. Imrahil's men kill when they have to too, but their prince, at least, draws the line at harming children. Go, Imrahil!

galimeril · 21 January 2010 · Chapter 3: Chapter 3

*gasp* evil cliffie! *shakes finger* you naughty authoress you! Can't wait for more, as always! ;D

Radbooks · 20 January 2010 · Chapter 3: Chapter 3

Nasty cliffhanger - in more ways than one! :) I'm glad Imrahil and Thorongil were able to talk out their differences. Looking forward to the next chapter.

Stefania · 19 January 2010 · Chapter 3: Chapter 3

Hi LBJ - I like how you've left us with a true cliff hanger--Imrahil and his cohorts practically hanging off a cliff. You move the story along well with physical challenges for Imrahil and his men and engaging descriptions of ship board life. The character moments between Imrahil and Thorongil were well drawn, though I wonder if Imrahil is 100 percent on Thorongil's side as of yet? I'm sure we'll find out soon. - Steff

daw the minstrel · 19 January 2010 · Chapter 3: Chapter 3

I really like the detailed sense you give of understanding sailing and tactics, not to mention the relationship of men fighting along side one another.

galimeril · 14 January 2010 · Chapter 2: Chapter 2

awesome scene! can't wait for more!

whitewave · 13 January 2010 · Chapter 2: Chapter 2

I like reading about a younger Imrahil here and especially enjoy his easy rapport with Thorongil and with a younger Sergion. I'm looking forward to more action in the next chapter.

Stefania · 12 January 2010 · Chapter 1: Chapter 1

Lady Bluejay, I am rubbing my hands together with glee after reading the first chapter of your story. A pre-Ring War story starring Imrahil in his youth, Aragorn, Denethor--the mind boggles. These are some of my favorite Tolkien characters, and you've gotten them off to an excellent start. I'm eager to read your next chapter. BTW, you use the term "sell-sword." The author George R.R. Martin uses that term in his series "A Song of Ice and Fire." Have you ever read "A Game of Thrones" and the other books in that series? If so, did you know that HBO/BBC are creating a miniseries based on those books, starring Sean Bean and Jennifer Ehle? I'm so excited. And I am quite excited about your new story.

daw the minstrel · 12 January 2010 · Chapter 2: Chapter 2

I like the spirit Imrahil shows here, and the self-awareness. And he's shrewd, which is good. It can be difficult to write two strong characters in the same story without shorting one of them, but this is nicely done.

Larner · 10 January 2010 · Chapter 1: Chapter 1

I'm looking forward to following this one, LBJ. A young man having to follow a mercenary doesn't sound comfortable--but I suspect Captain Thorongil will surprise him!