Reviews (390)

Sunny · 26 October 2011 · Chapter 21: In Which Three More are Added to the Wedding List and New Seating Arrangements are Made

Arafinwë's reunion with his brother and nephews went well, I think. And it was a smart move on Finrod's part to take them to Herendil's estate and have the reunion there, where there are only a few people who all know the foibles of the reborn. I shudder to think what might have happened if that reunion had been in Tirion! I suppose that when the three newly Reborn arrive in town, the chaos that they generate really goes on steroids - and that in addition to the "usual" wedding madness, as well as whatever bees Almáriel has in her bonnet. ;-) It shall also be interesting to see Anairë's reaction to having her husband and two of her sons asking "Who's Anairë?" when her name is mentioned. *grins evilly* Poor Arafinwë and Eärwen. With the newest additions, they have, what, seven Reborn right there in the palace - and there will no doubt be others among the guests. Chaos squared and cubed!! If nobody have invented popcorn yet, I suspect the Valar and Maiar are working hard on that particular project right now! ;-)

Larner · 24 October 2011 · Chapter 20: In Which Finrod Comes to Lórien and Receives an Early Wedding Gift

Three returns all at the same time? No wonder he's feeling stressed! And the poor brother who never even made it to Middle Earth is all confused and trying to learn a language he never spoke! And I understand why Finrod's wondering why his father wasn't called here instead of him. Quite the reunion coming, although it would seem an unnecessary complication for him at the moment. I understand his frustration. Poor Valar--it must seem there's no pleasing the Children at times!

6336 · 24 October 2011 · Chapter 11: In Which Cousins Arrive and There is Further Plotting

Makes sense, does he understand why his parents are where they are, he seemed to be very unhappy at the comment one of the ellyn made about his Amme? Huggs, Lynda

6336 · 23 October 2011 · Chapter 11: In Which Cousins Arrive and There is Further Plotting

Just a thought, did Namo not release Intarion until his parents were tucked out of the way in Formanos because of their attitude to the Re-born? Lynda

Erulisse (one L) · 23 October 2011 · Chapter 20: In Which Finrod Comes to Lórien and Receives an Early Wedding Gift

My goodness, nothing like throwing in a ball from left field. This could seriously complicate matters. You already have three reborn in Tirion creating problems because of their emotional youth, and now you are adding three additional ones, even younger emotionally than the Tirion bunch. They will all need babysitters, and who's going to be nominated when there is a wedding to pull off. Oh my goodness. What a tangled mess! - Erulisse (one L) finally catching up again :-)

Smiley · 20 October 2011 · Chapter 20: In Which Finrod Comes to Lórien and Receives an Early Wedding Gift

Theres a great image by Jenny Dolfen on the death of Fingon, it brings tears to the eyes when read with the lines about his death. So not the same image here... Fingon the valiant makes one burst out laughing right now... Newborn reborns... Will be interesting to say the least

AleiTheLeaf · 19 October 2011 · Chapter 20: In Which Finrod Comes to Lórien and Receives an Early Wedding Gift

I've been following some of your stories for a while now, and I can't wait to see what happens next! I would write more, since your stories are funny and well-written, but I am really tired at the moment and might not make much sense. Yours, ~AleiTheLeaf, a formerly silent lurker. :D

Siiw · 19 October 2011 · Chapter 20: In Which Finrod Comes to Lórien and Receives an Early Wedding Gift

Wow, I had an idea that a reborn was released, but not that it would be them! I can completely understand Finrod's reaction. It can't be fun to have a potential family conflict looming over the wedding, because I would expect some noise when these people were reborn. Not only because they don't recognize their family, but what about when Fingolfin and Fingon remember being kings? Some people will remember them as kings. And now this comes on top of the other worries. I wouldn't only have taken a step back, I would have felt like running away.

Kaylee Arafinwiel · 19 October 2011 · Chapter 20: In Which Finrod Comes to Lórien and Receives an Early Wedding Gift

Oh boy, won't *this* require some explanation, Atto... I'm not sure whether this was a good wedding present or not. I suppose it is and it isn't, at the same time. (Not saying what, in case someone reads my review before the chapter). Just saying...that last line nearly killed me, Atarinya. (Not a good thing, as I was in the hospital, briefly, yesterday. (Long story short, I thought some hand sanitizer got in my food when I realized it tasted weird, so I thought I'd poisoned myself and called 911. They took me to the hospital where I found out I'd have to swallow the whole bottle to be poisoned, lol. More likely I'm feeling ick from the flu or something.) Anyway, I'm glad Sador wasn't so worried about Alassiel. Now what are the ellith up to? Will we find out next Wednesday? And just how did that note get "misplaced", hmm? Tye-melin, Atto! Kaylee P.S. Still trying to think how to review Monday's IDB. Would have yesterday, but...well...wasn't in the best shape to do it. I think I've got a lot to think about with it.

Fantasia · 19 October 2011 · Chapter 20: In Which Finrod Comes to Lórien and Receives an Early Wedding Gift

This is getting better and better! I'm with Finrod, Why now?!!! The Valars have a very wicked sense of humor. HAve many reborns as possible in a wedding and you will have the perfect recipe for a disaster! it is going to be crazy. When I read the Silmarillion, many, many years ago, I liked most Fingon. He was my favorite. I liked Finrod too, of course. Now, all these Kings reborn, a lot of possibilities for Tol Eressëa. Fingolin was a great King as well. Talking about Tol Eressëa, so the girls went to have a bride shower! My imagination has gone wild.... Lady Anairë will have a great surprise, a husband and two sons. Earendil is Fingolin's greatgrandson, no? And Glorfindel is linked to them in some way as well. And even if Finrod and Turgon were King, Fingolin and Finrod were their King, a little complicated. And what about Aranfiwe and his brother? Depends how you see it, Fingolin is the King. Well, you will figure something out . Aracáno? Good that you explained, don't remember him.

6336 · 19 October 2011 · Chapter 20: In Which Finrod Comes to Lórien and Receives an Early Wedding Gift

Arrgh! I need a family tree here! Finrod seems to have relatives coming out of the wood work! O.K. just checked the Sill' this is Indis first boy and his sons, Aredhel is still in Mandos, yes? Looks like Earwen will have to find three more beds, at this rate she will have to set up a tent city in the gardens to house everybody! I hope the Valar intend to 'help' them home or Finrod will arrive to late for the bachalor party that Glorfy and Sador have planned for him, they do have one planned, can't have Finrod showing up for his wedding without a hangover, it just wouldn't be right?! Has Anaire been asked to the wedding? I wonder just what Amarie and the ellith are up to on Tol Eressea, wedding clothes perhaps? Waiting for Wednesday, Huggs, Lynda

tkid · 19 October 2011 · Chapter 20: In Which Finrod Comes to Lórien and Receives an Early Wedding Gift

Stress, spelt F-I-N-R-O-D, but soon to be spelt A-R-A-F-I-N-W-E, and maybe even F-I-N-G-O-L-F-I-N once the court gets a glimpse of him, heh. If Fingolfin is sensible he'll bawl and wait for rescue any time someone tries to corner him regarding who exactly is ruling King of the Noldor, but I don't know if you can call anyone who calls out a fallen Valar for a one on one duel, sensible. Brave definitely, but sensible? How are they all going to get to Tirion in time for the wedding? I can't see two Reborn riding back to the city as hard as the three brothers rode to Lorien. Oh man, is this wedding going to get interesting! Dishes, smishes, LOL!

Sunny · 19 October 2011 · Chapter 20: In Which Finrod Comes to Lórien and Receives an Early Wedding Gift

so the ellith are having a hen night - the ellyn would definitely not be welcome to that! And I suppose that by now Finrod is entirely on Glorfindel's side when it comes to surprises. but this is certainly a good surprise, altough it will mean that eärwen will need to update her plans for the wedding - again. And I expect Anairë to be rather upset, when the newly Reborn's reactions to hearing her name is asking, "Who’s Anairë?" But in general - three more Reborn added to the stew - wheeee! :-D Life is just going to get even more Interesting now! ;-)

6336 · 17 October 2011 · Chapter 18: In Which the Wedding China is Unveiled and Many are Distraught

Almariel seems to have a thing for pink and green, check out Tea with Balrogs..er..Sugar in E.I.1. I wonder if she is getting back at Finrod for making her wait for another 12 years to see he and Amarie married. By the way there is a china pattern out there, can't remember if it is Lenox, Royal Worchester or Royal Doulton that has a dark green back ground with a very elaborate multicoloured pattern on it, not too bad, in small doses! Huggs, Lynda

Serindë · 17 October 2011 · Chapter 19: In Which the Bride Disappears and the Groom Departs

I see. Amarië does not want her wedding dress to look like a reused old patchwork quilt so she decided to visit a certain seamstress, which prompted Finrod to follow her, which slightly thwarted Valars plans, so they dit not take any chance and they have sent a whole contingent of well armed Maiar to stop him, because they want him in Lorien, where they have prepared a big surprise party including his brothers.

Serindë · 17 October 2011 · Chapter 8: In Which There is Rebellion in the Ranks and a Trial is Held

Glorfindel is still very young, isn't he? His older self would say: "They do not treat me fairly but what the Mandos can an elf expect from the blasted Amaneldi?" Thanks Valar, it is for two weeks only and after the ceremony I am leaving for the North

Larner · 15 October 2011 · Chapter 19: In Which the Bride Disappears and the Groom Departs

I find myself wondering what elf from Finrod's rule has just been reborn and needs his presence. And I always love an appearance from Olorin!

Kaylee Arafinwiel · 13 October 2011 · Chapter 19: In Which the Bride Disappears and the Groom Departs

Or rather, Marilla is more than what she seems, Atto. *is convinced Marilla is Marillien, though* Tye-melin tenn' Ambar-metta, Kaylee

Kaylee Arafinwiel · 13 October 2011 · Chapter 19: In Which the Bride Disappears and the Groom Departs

Atto, Amarie's disappeared!!! And she's taken our other intrepid ellith with her...or they took her with them...or something...eek, why does this sound so reminiscent of Indil and Elindis vanishing in the other story?? Please tell me Ingoldo didn't do it (at least if you can do so without lying...) And the Valar stopped Finda from going after her?! Why??? Ok, I'm sooooo confused. What's going on??? Why does Finda have to go to Lorien??? Can't it be Wednesday already? (Well at least it's Friday tomorrow!!) *is an impatient Kaylee, Atto* hehe, sorry...but you've got me so intrigued!! And I know Marillien's definitely much more than she seems...she must be...*grin*

Rhyselle · 13 October 2011 · Chapter 19: In Which the Bride Disappears and the Groom Departs

Oh, my! Curiouser and curiouser, as Alice said. Amariel is definitely the future mother-in-law from heckandback. I'm sorry to see Arafinwe getting in a fight with Earwen, but I'm glad he's standing up to protect the Reborn from flashbacking upon seeing that horrid china! I thought my wedding was complicated with the principals involves being all over the world and having to get everything to my hometown in that last week before the ceremony, but at least none of us felt the need to run away from our parents because of them taking things over. I'm practically positive that Head Chef Marilla is a certain Maia whom we met at Lady Nienna's in the Elf Interrupted stories. :) I can understand why Findarato is so upset about his attempt to get to where he thinks to find Amarie being interrupted by Lord Tulkas' Maiar, but I had to laugh at how the Maiar stood down when Glorfindel indicated that he'd be willing to take on half of them and Finrod the other half. And then being bidden to return to Lorien immediately... well, no wonder our prince is stressing out and reacting more and more negatively to everything--like a much younger Reborn. He's definitely feeling out of control of events and things, and it has always been apparent since his departure from Mandos that being in control is important to him. I'm sure that whatever awaits him in Lorien is for his own good--it's just that I think that there were more diplomatic ways for him to have been told to go there. I admit that I rather like Linda's idea that the Valar are going to give Findarato a bachelor party... It gave me a great mental image and made me smile. Well done, meldonya!

bookworm · 13 October 2011 · Chapter 19: In Which the Bride Disappears and the Groom Departs

Amarie has forgotten to bring her bridegroom with her, if the intent was to elope! But owch even discounting the flashbacks, that pattern sounds HORRID. I wonder what's brewing?

6336 · 12 October 2011 · Chapter 19: In Which the Bride Disappears and the Groom Departs

Hay! Maybe the Valar are planning a surprise Batchlor Party for Finrod and this is their way of getting him to it!? Just a thought! Lynda

galathil · 12 October 2011 · Chapter 19: In Which the Bride Disappears and the Groom Departs

Ok Fiondil,you have done it again!You have left me in confusion and hanging on for the next chapter and I am loving it. Until the next chapter(sigh with happiness)LOL Galthil.ps glad my wedding didnt cause me this much trouble.

eliza · 12 October 2011 · Chapter 19: In Which the Bride Disappears and the Groom Departs

Dear Sador, Ellith most definitely do not make things difficult. We are always the most patient, understanding and easy creatures walking. Wonder what the valar are up to?

Monalex · 12 October 2011 · Chapter 19: In Which the Bride Disappears and the Groom Departs

Really the Valar are way to high-handed, I certainly can understand Findarato, whatever they (Valar) may say they treat the elves like thralls to do the will of the Valar... And the Valar expect them to be happy with what they decree and when they command something they expect it to be done and need not offer an explanation. It really is very frustrating, one would think they learned not to imposed their will and whims on the elves after Feanaro but no they still insist on doing the same. About Amarie, I like Findarato think she planed it because she can't stand her mother anymore!!!!! And really who can blame her??? I am sure her wedding gown must be as horrible as Findarato's and she is going to try to get someone else to redo it, hahahahaha. Really Almariel needs to control herself or she is going to stop seeing her daughter's new family for a VERY LONG time, until they feel up to having elflings and even then I think she will be the last to know, hahahaha. now I understand why Amarie decided to dwell in Tirion while awaiting Findarato then live with her parents!!!! Way to go Arafinwe, you at least will not allow Findarato to be humiliated at his own wedding with the garb Almariel and Earwen wish him to use and that horrible china that promises to have every Reborn attending become SICK!!!! I would not be surprised if he uses another one instead of that horrible monstrosity of a wedding garb.