The Steward's Blessing by Linda Hoyland
Larner · 7 April 2014 · Chapter 1: The Steward's Blessing.
Again, a worthy gift from one of great worth to another, and a further blessing not only upon the Steward of Gondor, but upon Gondor itself, in which both Numenor and the Wood are now represented. And I rejoice that Yavanna chose to bless Faramir's faithfulness and honor in this manner.
Author's reply
Many thanks for your much appreciated review.I'm delighted you enjoyed this.
Lindelea · 6 April 2014 · Chapter 1: The Steward's Blessing.
Oh, that was lovely and unexpected! Faramir sounds very much in character, and his humility, as you show, does him credit. When Elessar beheld the mallorn, I was sadly reminded of the quote that I think was set when he left Lothlorien, "and came there never again as a living man." I could be wrong, though. My copy of LOTR has been packed away in a box and I haven't been able to find it yet.
Author's reply
Thank you so much. I'm pleased you liked my portrayal of Faramir. You are spot on with the quote. I often think it means that Aragorn and Arwen were reunited in spirit there at Lothlorien
curiouswombat · 6 April 2014 · Chapter 1: The Steward's Blessing.
What a lovely thought that Sam would send Faramir the fruit, and what an even more lovely thought that Yavanna would ensure that there will be a mallorn in Ithilien.
Author's reply
Many thanks for your much appreciated review. I'm pleased you liked the addition of Yavanna to the story. The gift from Sam was Shirebound's idea.