Reviews for "Alliance"

Thu Sep 23, 2004 7:19 am

Elrond in the middle of war and Celebrian in the seemingly peaceful surroundings. I really liked the contrast there. My mind literally went from the ashes of Mordor to a light and beautiful place where everything is white and the sun shines brightly. Very different situations, yet both of them hard to handle.

The whole situation in the tent reminded me of "the final push" of the first world war. And in a way it is just that. The tired atmosphere was very well written and I loved the way you wrote about Isildur Elendil and Gil Galad and their feelings before the battle that changed (or ended)their lives. And that is just one of the reasons I like this story so much, it fills the gaps so nicely.

I liked the discussion between Celebrian and Caleborn a lot. I think the two of them have a beautiful relationship. Celebrian seems to be a daddy´s girl, but then again in her position I´d be a daddy´s girl too. She seems so shy and her lack of confidence is endearing. And now that she has said the l-word out loud, there is no going back.

Nice chapter. I think we´ll have a great deal of drama ahead of us. thanks. Smile smiley face

Fri Oct 01, 2004 4:41 pm

good story! Nicely written hope to see more! Can't wait for the other chapters! Smile smiley face

Wed Oct 20, 2004 9:56 am

What a terrific chapter, enjoyed it and looking forward to more of your great writing. Smile smiley face

Wed Oct 20, 2004 1:21 pm

Wow. That's about all I can muster right now. That was a very powerfully written chapter. Great take on the culminating moments of the War of the Last Alliance. Terrific job.

Fri Oct 22, 2004 3:43 am

And I am back to sing your praises. Very Happy smiley face

I again liked it. The way you changed the POVs in the chapter made it even more gripping. Even though the outcome of the battle was clear, I was still sitting on the edge of my seat during the entire chapter.

I know I have mentioned this earlier, but it was again great to see some of the less known characters come alive. I especially liked the part with Erestor. The tunnel was just cunning.

The death of Gil-Galag and Elendil was so well written. Especially the death of Gil-Galad has always been hard for me to swallow and now that you made me picture it in front of my eyes, it was even worse. But in a bizarre way it was my favourite part of this chapter.

The finish was good. Cirdan and Elrond standing in the middle of the destruction and watching Isildur walk away with the ring. What else can I say. That was a powerful scene. They know that nothing good will come of it, and they can do nothing about it. You had captured the well.

Now we just have to hope that Celebrian will help Elrond cope with his dreadful experiences. I am very much looking forward to the reunion. Very Happy smiley face

Sat Oct 23, 2004 10:07 pm

A powerful chapter. I've always felt a certain difficulty reading battle scenes, maybe because i get too into the story, but this one was superb and I just could not look to the other side. I am continually impressed by how well you use figments of canon and give us a credible version of what could have been. In many ways this is something like founding the Red book of the mark.
Thank you so much for the treat. I appreciated it more than i can tell.

Sun Oct 24, 2004 4:40 pm

Sorry it took me so long to review this chapter. I've been buried. Loved it. You did a great job of depicting the strain Elrond is feeling the presence of Celebrian as something that seems to give him strength. You have done one of the best portrayals of the War of the Last Alliance I have ever seen (and I love this topic). I am really looking forward to seeing what will happen now that Elrond has to try to go back to his life. And Celebrian. Great job.

Mon Oct 25, 2004 11:59 am

WOW! what they've all said. So moving, well depicted. My insides were churning from the emotions evoked by your descriptions. I am SO hooked! Can't wait to follow this relationship. Love among men is a fast burning fire but with elves it is a small flame that warms and burns brightly and faithfully, eternally. I think you are depicting that without it seeming stale, or overlong. It is fresh and growing, hesitant but promises to be full and rewarding in the future.

Wed Oct 27, 2004 9:53 pm

My jaw is currently somewhere in the region of my feet. I almost found myself crying at a few parts (especially Gil-Galad's death scene. Crying or Very sad smiley face

*sniffle*) One of the most major things, though, was how believable you made Isildur's claiming of the Ring: he was just possesive-but-well-meaning enough, and seemed very human. Two wonderful chapters.

Wed Nov 03, 2004 1:31 am

I am always very happy when an email arrives in my box letting me know, Alliance has been updated. And after reading another terrific chapter, I'm never disappointed Razz smiley face

So enjoying this Very Happy smiley face

Cheers

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