Reviews by Ilmatar

From Tragedy To Triumph · Wed Sep 22, 2004 5:45 am

This is a great story.

I was on a foul mood when I started reading your story this morning. But by the time I had finished, I was smiling. Very Happy smiley face

This story has one of the best (if not THE best) interpretation of Legolas I have ever come across. The character development is just amazing. You can really see him grow up. And the other characters are wonderful as well. I especially like Thranduil. He has got wonderful depth as well.

The scene when Legolas sat in his brother´s flet crying his eyes out was very touching. I almost cried too. That scene was so full of angst that it could have become hard to read, but the brotherly love and compassion you added made it superb. Smile smiley face

Another scene I really loved was the one where Legolas went bathing. It was so well written I could picture the bathing area in front of me right down to the smallest detail. I love descriptions, and your story has plenty of them. What a treat!

I almost cursed when the kiss did not happen. I think I wanted it as bad as Legolas did. Oh well... maybe they´ll get another chance... please

Keep up the good work and please, please update soon. You rock smiley face

Alliance · Mon Aug 30, 2004 3:48 am

The battle scene was horrible, in a good way. Very Happy smiley face

Very realistic: it had just enough blood and guts to show that war is never nice and clean, it also reminds people that elves too die in a battle. I was especially touched by the scene where Elrond helped that other elf to die quicker. It must have been horrible to him, especially since he is a healer.

If an author uses a lot of gory violence in a story, the reader can sometimes feel like it is the sole purpose of the story. But in your fic that is not the case; the reader sees all the horror throught Elronds eyes. And it really makes Elrond`s character even deeper; It makes it easier to understand who he really is. And I must say that you have made a good job: yours is one of the best interpretations of a canon character that I have ever read.

It is a good thing you take the time to describe all the horrible things he has to go through. I also really appreciate the amount of research you must have done to make everything realistic. You should be proud of yourself.

Assorted Limericks · Fri Aug 27, 2004 5:38 am

You really made my day. Your Limericks were great. Actually before I read yours, I did not know exactly what a limerick is, but now I do. I must say that they really made me smile. I especially liked the Legolas one. Poor thing. Very Happy smiley face

Too few people write poetry these days, so I think it was very nice to read yours. You´ve just proven that poetry doesn´t have to be very serious to be good. Smile smiley face

Alliance · Fri Aug 27, 2004 2:33 am

That was a quick update. Thank you for that. Smile smiley face

This story is just incredible. The characters are amazing. And I must say that I love the way you portray Celebrian. Her insecurity is endearing. I suppose I would feel exactly the same if I had a mother like Galadriel. Very often the romance between the main characters happens too quick. This fic is a very nice change. The waiting is always the best part.

Nimloch´s fate really touched me. It reminds Celebrian of the fact that there really is a war going on and Elrond might not come back. Well, luckily the readers knows he will. Otherwise it would be a bit nerve-wracking. See, I cannot cope with sad endings Wink smiley face

I think it is great how you mention Thranduil, Cirdan, Erestor and many others in your text. Good remainder of the fact that they actually were there. Sometimes it is hard to remember that they are immortal, and have always been around. Also it is good to remember that they have indeed done their share in the war against Sauron. That is easy to forget when you read Lord of the rings.

Your story is so good and believable that I forget that it is only fanfiction.

Bow smiley face

The Bond · Thu Aug 19, 2004 1:24 am

I can´t belive it is almost over. In fact I would not want it to be over...

That was just amazing. The wedding was touching. All the details... and the wows. Oh dear, I almost cried (or maybe I did, but I am not confessing anything) Smile smiley face

. The painting was such a beautiful gift... very personal. I also loved the way they had their arms bound while making love. You are very good at writing smut that really is not smut at all, but beautiful descriptions of intimate moments. I am so glad they finally got each other.

I could go on and on about how you are a wonderful writer. I have never before read a romantic story that would be as emotional as this one, but not at all corny. I think I am going to have to re-read the entire story one of these days.

I am looking forward your next fic.

Ilmatar

Alliance · Wed Aug 18, 2004 3:24 am

One simple word: Beautiful. *bows*

You have created very strong ambience. I could almost feel the same anticipation that Elrond and Celebrian are feeling. And I love the way the story is not just about their relationship, but also has a "historical" side to it. I have always wanted to know more about the last alliance, and what people went through during that period.

Your writing style is formal and touching at the same time. I just absolutely love this story. And I look forward to the next chapter.

The Veil · Mon Jul 19, 2004 8:00 am

I quite like the way you twisted the "Girl falls into Middle Earth" scenario. It was a very pleasant suprise how the tables suddenly turned. Very clever. Very Happy smiley face

Your plot is complex and interesting: it shows that you have given thought to this story. It is great how the events were not predictable at all. Full of suprises. I like that. Smile smiley face

Just a couple of things for your next story (which I hope you write because you are an exellent writer): Get a BETA. It would make your story even better, little mistakes are big distractions. And I believe that Legolas´ father was called Thranduil... without an "i" in there. Wink smiley face

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