Reviews for "Oak and Willow"

Tue Sep 21, 2004 6:18 pm

I like this so far. I don't recall ever reading the origin of the elven runes in a fanfic--nice device. I like it. And I thought the beard faus paus (sp?) was funny. Good dialogue and use of language. I like the characterization so far. I'll be watching for updates.

Tue Sep 21, 2004 7:25 pm

I am so glad you've posted this story here. Everyone is going have a wonderful time reading it. What can I say, I love your stuff. Enough to re-read it all over again. Very Happy smiley face

Welcome!

Wed Sep 22, 2004 11:55 pm

A stunning little gem! Fluid and read-worthy use of language; ingenious subject matter; and a really nice take on Celeborn (too long marginalized in Galadriel's shadow.) Your characterizations live and breathe - and pass the "vision" test (make me see a movie in my head...) A wonderful, wonderful read!

Galu a cuio mae!

Fri Sep 24, 2004 9:53 am

Since I have read this numerous times in numerous places all I can say is
Bounce smiley face

I've said this before about your work but I will say it again, This is Worth Paying for.

Inglor

Wed Sep 29, 2004 8:11 pm

Great descriptions! Look forward to the next chapter.

Thu Sep 30, 2004 10:16 am

Marnie, I am so happy to see that you've posted this story here. I consider it to be one of your best, and that's saying something, considering how well written your other stories are, too. The Elves' reactions to the rising of the sun and the moon are wonderful and I enjoy seeing it written. I'd always wondered how that would have played out. Celeborn is by far the most impressive characterization here, with his charming combination of wit, optimism, stern at times and with just a hint of pride, all combined to make a very intriguing, admirable and likable character. Your peripheral characters aren't set to the side though - each one of them is well portrayed and allows the reader a sense of who they are, even Luthien who's only had a few words thus far.

I'm looking forward to seeing the rest of this posted so I can reread this wonderful story again.

Mon Oct 11, 2004 2:35 pm

Maybe its because I'm male but Galadriel is my favorite of the pair. Just enough arrogance to be interesting, just enough humility to be believable.

Your patience for getting something right is downright Elvish. The lengths you go to make this a good story. Not just the mechanics but what actually happens. They don't rush into things, just like what rational Elves (not related to or influenced by Feanor) would do. Besides your skill at telling the tale, the actual events and progression of events is as believable as if the Prof himself had written it. I think somewhere in Valinor, the Professor is smiling.

Inglor

Sun Apr 03, 2005 4:37 pm

Absolutely wonderful! Shocked smiley face

I've never been much interested in Celeborn and Galadriel thinking them a bit ..hmm ... boring somehow. but I sure was wrong. You write them very well and they're very interesting. Great picture of Doriath and the differences between the Dark and Light Elves. You paint the characters very well; they're deep and complex. Luthien is great, Melian splendid and Elu, Celeborn and Galadriel very likeable Very Happy smiley face

I haven't expected them to be so. Nice surprise. Good to see Celeborn with some power, dignity and wisdom not diminished by Galadriel's presence, like many see him. (He's not just her husband!) His subtle power, ability to rule people is very nicely described Very Happy smiley face

I might actually start to remember which Elf with a name starting on F is which thanks to this story. Cool smiley face

Great to see such moments as the first rising of the sun described in such detail as well as the moment when the Noldor were confronted about the kinslaying. Nice to see that Luthien has some character. Nerwen is sometimes annoying with her pride (like her brothers) but it only makes her more likeable, more 'real'. It's nice to see her slowly change. Bravo Celeborn! Laughing smiley face

I'm surprised there aren't more reviews. Respekt smiley face

Thu Aug 11, 2005 1:55 pm

This is an absolutely awesome story of not only G and C but also the Sindar and the first age. The writing is fantastic and the characters are brilliant. One of my all time favorite fanfics.

Tue Mar 25, 2008 10:24 am

A good point has been made, a point I've wanted to make myself; by changing Elves into Orcs, Morgoth forced every warrior among Elves in Middle-earth to become Kinslayers.

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