Reviews by Julie

Vales of Sorrow · Sun Nov 21, 2004 5:17 pm

I do apologize for taking so long to read and review. I never for a moment forgot that this chapter was waiting for me like a chocolate bar in a drawer left to tease me. *g* And today I finally got a chance to read it and oooooh what a yummy treat!!

This chapter is beautifully written. I love the way you portray all the elves, each with his or her distinct yet honorable character. Everything you wrote made sense, and the story flows beautifully. The dialogue is flawless, the descriptions highly visual, and the plot followed logic. I also loved Crelaine's sensitivity as well as the complexity you gave to each of the other characters.

I look forward to the next chapter. Thanks so much for writing this lovely story.

The Battle Hymn of Glorfindel · Wed Jul 21, 2004 9:14 am

Nienna, that was great! Very clever w/ perfect cadence! hehe

Vales of Sorrow · Fri Jul 02, 2004 11:53 am

What a delight to wake up and find this waiting for me. I read it while I had my breakfast, and I just loved it. Such compelling details too. This story plays like a movie in my mind when I read, so strongly visual and gripping in intensity. I thoroughly enjoyed everything about this new chapter. And again, I want to say what an exciting way to open a story this is. Personally, I have no problem with one of the twins hating mortals. It never bothers me if people want to take a non-canon route on these things; after all this is fiction and we are only playing. I am sure you have an excellent reason planned to explain this detail, and I trust you to take your readers on an interesting ride with this story. I can't wait to read more! Very Happy smiley face

Vales of Sorrow · Wed Jun 23, 2004 9:36 pm

On to chapter two.... Wow, this was another thoroughly riveting chapter! I could see the events unfold in my mind as clearly as a movie. All I can say is wow, wow, wow. A brilliant piece of work, and such an exciting tale. I cannot say enough good things. At first, I was worried that you were going to have Haldir be reluctant to intervene, but then I could see how you were handling it, each elf having his distinct personality. I love how Haldir sat down and helped Mislyn by letting her hang on to his arm. All the elves showed such extraordinary compassion, just the way I would envision.

As I said after the first chapter, to be rescued by these 4 elves is quite a fantasy, although the brutality of the attack/crime removes the romanticism from it. Still, the story grips me and makes me want to read more, no doubt about it. I also thought you did a particularly good job conveying the emotions of all involved, as well as Mislyn's obvious pain. I have my fingers crossed that Haldir is going to be her love interest (I bet that surprises you, lol). He certainly is well characterized in your writing, as are the other 3 elves. Great, wonderful, marvelous writing! I love it! And of course I am looking forward to reading more.

Vales of Sorrow · Wed Jun 23, 2004 9:32 pm

This is a marvelous piece of writing! I am truly impressed! Not only that, I am so very anxious to read more! This is the ultimate damsel in distress, handsome elves rushing to the rescue story, and ooooh, swoooon, all the best of Elvenkind just happened to be near. I'd put up with a bit of pain to be rescued by those four.

Your descriptions and imagery are lovely and deftly done. You draw the reader into the story easily and smoothly with the delightful characterization of your OFC, Mislyn. As a reader, I am rooting for her right from the start. She is extremely likeable and sweet, and I can't wait to find out more about her.

What else can I say? The pacing was well-done, starting off leisurely, followed by an upsurge of excitement and tension. It really drew me in and made me want to continue to read this story. I look forward to more!

Water and Flame · Sat Jun 19, 2004 6:59 pm

Marta, this was wonderful! Such powerful imagery so well expressed. Wow. Great job!
--Julie

The Battle Hymn of Glorfindel · Sat Apr 03, 2004 10:45 pm

I love it! Very clever! And it does sound so familiar.... heh!

Love Found, Love Lost · Fri Feb 06, 2004 12:37 pm

This was excellent. You have captured the beauty and the tragedy of the situation with just a few words, and done it extremely well. Thank you.
--Julie, wiping away a tear

I'll not Marry · Tue Feb 03, 2004 6:36 pm

This is my favorite of your little short fics, Zee. Absolutely perfect, in character, and brilliantly done. Great job!
--Julie

Mairen - A Life Once Lost · Tue Feb 03, 2004 3:50 pm

Oh, what a splendid story this is! I enjoy everything you write, Fianna, and I personally think you just keep getting better and better with every story. Mairen is strong and believable, and Haldir is just so awesome, just the way I like to see him portrayed. As always, the story has already taken unexpected twists and turns, so I expect you will have more in store for us in upcoming chapters. You write all the fighting scenes extremely well, providing details to an extent that I almost feel like I am there. But you also write the other kinds of scenes beautifully too. What a wonderful imagination you have! Oh, and I just love the way Mairen keeps calling Haldir "handsome elf". She has the right idea, lol. Now.... how to get these two together... what will you do? I can't wait to find out!
--Julie

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