xsilicax · 6 January 2004 · Chapter 0
I found it very refreshing that in this day of instant communication you reminded us that it was not always so, that personal contact rather than rumours or stories go further in influencing people. I also loved the idea of your OC comparing Aragorn to heroes of old. They become much more impressive when there is a visual reminder rather than solely embellished feats performed by minstrels. It is hard to see anything comparing to such magnificent creations. If anything can though, it would be Aragorn. Cathy, xx (Who is once again awed at the seeming ease with which you can create such atmosphere and presence of character)
Author's reply
Thanks again, Cathy!!! I simply hope that you arent disappointed with the stuff you've read after your return to the fandom. But praise is always welcome. ;) The idea for this story came totally out of the blue, and indeed, it is one of the reactions that the Argonath inspire in me - that there can never be a king to match up to those great stone figures. Its such a moving moment, both in the book and the movie, and it affected me so much that I simply had to write. But you're right....if anyone can be compared, its the Ranger. ;) Thanks again.