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Comfort (G)
by Aearwen2.
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Sun Dec 13, 2009 3:30 am
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This is a lovely follow-up to "Ghost"... Your characters seem real to me, each with specific quirks like we all have in real life... and I really love your descriptions of place -- Barvedui seems so tangible that I really want to sit on that bench and explore that library and let the peacefulness soak into my spirit.
Very nicely done, Aearwen!
- Barbara |
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| Author's replied on Sun Dec 13, 2009 5:40 pm |
| Barvedui plays a role in a larger piece I'm currently working on, to which "Ghost" and "Comfort" are placed far in the future. It is slowly becoming very clear in my mind too, as did Imladris when I was writing "Elladaniel". I'm glad you enjoyed this. |
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Sacrifices (PG)
by Aearwen2.
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Sat Nov 28, 2009 5:14 pm
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Wow! This story went from heart-wrenching to heart-warming.... but the Elvenking is still his magnificent and magnanimous self!
Beautifully done!
- Barbara |
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| Author's replied on Sat Nov 28, 2009 11:08 pm |
Thank you! Yea, can you tell that I like Thranduil?  Glad you liked it. |
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The Courier (PG-13)
by Jael.
Chapters [1]
Reviews [ 5] Warnings [Adult innuendo]
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Fri Nov 06, 2009 9:27 pm
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Oh, Jael, this is utterly magnificent!
I love what you've done with that one easily-overlooked detail about the runner from Unfinished Tales.
Your Thranduil is amorous, pragmatic, and down-to-earth... Incensed at being interrupted from his, erm, family time... but responding masterfully, and even with consideration for the mortal messenger, as soon as he understood the situation.
I loved the bit about the "waterfall"... You profoundly understand and convey how your OC, Faran, would feel -- and even how his body would react -- under these extraordinary circumstances.
Thranduil's sorrow at the loss of Isildur and his sons was subtle but compelling.
And the bit about Faran's descendants being Lords of the Éothéod, forefathers of Eorl and the Rohirrim, surprised and delighted me! So, the Rohirrim have such fine horses because of the stubbornness of one Elven mare, huh? What an original and creative twist!
Beautifully done, Jael... thank you for sharing this!
- Barbara |
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| Author's replied on Mon Nov 09, 2009 12:16 pm |
LOL -- 'Family time' is one way of putting it. 
I indulged in a bit of authorial nepotism here. Rocharan is based on my chestnut mare, Ginger, who has quite a personality. What Ginger wants, Ginger gets.
I'm glad you liked this! |
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Ghost (G)
by Aearwen2.
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Sun Nov 01, 2009 7:46 am
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Aearwen,
What a touching and tender "ghost" story!
I was thrilled to learn that the Peredhil thrived on Eressëa, that Celeborn the Wise had invited the wild into Imladris when he left... and especially that Elrond got a glimpse of Arwen and Aragorn's distant progeny!
Although, I have to admit my heart wrenched when I read about the dam. What a stark contrast between the wise stewardship of the Age of the Elves, versus the callous land "use" of the Age of Men.
But how cool is it that Elrond had hidden toys in the statue of Celebrían, and that he was able to direct Emma and her family to them? I got a very big grin at the end!
This is a delightful story, Aearwen... thank you for sharing it with all of us for Halloween!
- Barbara |
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| Author's replied on Wed Nov 11, 2009 3:36 pm |
| Yea, the idea that what used to be Imladris was bulldozed and now sits at the bottom of a lake behind a hydroelectric dam is disheartening, I'll have to admit. Another author has it a coal mine now - I think mine is the kinder alternative. And knowing that, of all the First-born, Elrond left behind the most when he sailed makes me want to believe that he would be granted visions of what he left behind. I gotta admit, I'm jealous of Emma... (especially in the sequel to this...!) |
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Along Came A Spider (PG-13)
by Aearwen2.
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Sun Oct 18, 2009 8:43 am
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Eeeeek.
Contemplating how big and ugly -- and angry -- she has become, I'm rather sorry I just ate....
Feeling rather ill now.
Melkor and Ungoliant must surely deserve each other?
Well done, Aerwen!
- Barbara
P.S. And I bet Melkor finally understands just how much he underestimated her.... It's really too bad the jerk had balrogs at his disposal. What a bummer! |
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Along Came A Spider (PG-13)
by Aearwen2.
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Sat Oct 10, 2009 11:38 pm
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*shiver*
Oh, my, Aerwen.... You sure know how to get the creepiest heart of a major creepy crawly.....
I enjoy how you play out her suspicions versus what she says to Morgoth; he was soooo not expecting someone with opinions of her own!
Well done!
- Barbara |
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Elladaniel (PG-13)
by Aearwen2.
Chapters [18]
Reviews [ 36]
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Sun Sep 27, 2009 8:20 pm
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Oh, my Aearwen, what a revealing tale! Ivoreth, being an outsider, really sees the Elves in a way that those who are accustomed to them never can.
I really liked how you showed Ivoreth changing over time, as she became accustomed to the rules and expectations of her new life.
Two things that I especially appreciated:
First, how you portrayed Ivoreth's inner psychology, her thoughts and feelings, and how she reacted to events and to Elrond's talk therapy....
Secondly, I loved how you wrote about music. I was thrilled to see how Ivoreth concentrated on picking out the song that she remembered, and how she enjoyed the impromptu concert that ensued. I'm not a musician (though I suspect you are one), but I value creativity, and I think you wrote about Ivoreth in a way that really conveys her budding joy in the creative process.
I really enjoyed reading this story, Aeaerwen, despite getting tears in my eyes in some parts.
Very well done!
- Barbara |
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In the Hidden Valley (PG)
by Aearwen2.
Chapters [10]
Reviews [ 23]
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Sun Sep 27, 2009 8:02 pm
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I really like how you portray Celeborn, who truly is The Wise here. And Radagast is also perceptive, as well as self-effacing, which is how I see him in canon, too.
Hmmmm.... no one waiting for her? That leaves the possibility that she could stay.... but is that her horse, or did she rent it from a stable? If so, might they send someone looking for her? If so, there could be more people like her brother flying around.....
Waiting with bated breath.... okay, semi-bated, since it will be a week.... to see where you take the story from here.... Well done!
- Barbara |
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| Author's replied on Wed Sep 30, 2009 10:41 am |
LOL! Thanks, Barbara!
Yes, this scenario has a lot of possibilities. And I see Celeborn as a very calm and authoritative figure here. He's the last remaining bit of elven royalty in the world, after all.
I'm so glad you're enjoying this. |
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Along Came A Spider (PG-13)
by Aearwen2.
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Sun Sep 27, 2009 5:20 pm
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What a compelling look at Tolkien's creation myth - I'm rather fond of the idea of the great Music myself, and really like the way you embellished on it here.... But I never, ever, ever, ever (did I mention ever?) thought that I could feel compassion for the Gloomweaver!
Very well done, Aearwen!
- Barbara |
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| Author's replied on Wed Sep 30, 2009 10:44 am |
Thanks!
I never thought I'd be writing a story from HER point of view, trust me! I have accused Pandemonium_213 of sicc'ing her Dark Muse on me, something she just laughs at and tells me that this would be precisely what her Dark Muse would be capable of.
I'm glad you're enjoying the story, and thanks for the review. |
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In the Hidden Valley (PG)
by Aearwen2.
Chapters [10]
Reviews [ 23]
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Sat Sep 19, 2009 11:20 pm
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This is an intriguing beginning, Aerwen. Are these the only folks left in Rivendell, or are there other Elves? Or maybe the sons of Elrond?
I like what you're doing with Sindarin, putting the reader in the shoes of Meg in terms of not understanding the words, but picking up on the non-verbal cues, which you convey well.
Looking forward to seeing where you go with this....
- Barbara |
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| Author's replied on Mon Sep 21, 2009 1:51 am |
Hi there!
No, I'm sorry to say, the sons of Elrond will not make an appearance; they've sailed. And the language barrier is one that I had lots of fun with. Thanks for the review, and I hope you enjoy the story. |
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