Reviews for "Alone Facing Darkness"

Wed Dec 08, 2004 10:17 am

This is the third draft review I've written for this as I've been struggling to find something that will do you justice. I am extremely impressed with the fluidity, accuracy and style of your writing. I'm not an expert on the HP books, although I have read them all, but what struck me right away with the story was that it *felt* as though I was reading the next book. YOu obviously know your stuff in the HP universe and if you can pull off the same sort of canon accuracy on the LOTR parts, we ought to be in for a really interesting and entertaining story. The premise is intriguing, as is the development at the end, as I thought with the 'reborn spirit' motif, that you were going to have another quest in modern 'Hogwarts' time, if you get me. So I am really interested that you didn't take the obvious path and am looking forward to seeing where this goes.

Of course, I'm hoping for more LOTR stuff, but I understand these are the opening chapters, so I shall be patient. Very Happy smiley face

And just to cap it all, you had a Lucius cameo, (which, showing how sad I am, was the first thing I hoped would be in there somewhere Twisted Evil smiley face

Gotta love the bad guy...)

Anyway, I digress slightly. Surprised smiley face

ops: Well done on the two chapters you have so far. I'm looking forward to the updates and sticking this on my watch list.

Wed Dec 08, 2004 3:35 pm

Very interesting start, well-written and convincing. I look forward to reading more.

Tue Dec 14, 2004 8:39 pm

This story is well written. I am just blown away at how fluid it is. I love the HP books and LotR books. So far you are combining the two worlds together really well. I can't wait to read what happens next.

Wed Dec 15, 2004 1:31 am

I have to say that I'm pleasantly surprised by this story. I'd never read a Harry Potter crossover and was very skeptical at first about how plausibly it could be done, but you certainly did away with that idea. You have done an excellent job with this. The only thing that struck me while reading was that Dumbledore wasn't, well Dumbledore-y enough, I couldn't quite put my finger on it, but will add something later if it comes to me. But other than that little tiny niggle which is probably just me anyway, I loved the story. Everything fit together well and I have no critiques about your writing skill. Your story flow and narrative was wonderful and your use of the active voice was a real treat to see. So many beginning writers, including myself when I first started getting back into it, overuse the passive voice, but you didn't. I can't give you enough praise for the quality of the story and the writing. This is a very impressive first story. I'll be watching this one for updates to see where it goes.

I'm definitely giving this one 5 stars - worth paying for. Just wonderful.

Wed Dec 15, 2004 5:35 pm

I enjoyed chapter 3 very much, and am still intrigued to find out what is going on with Harry. The two worlds are interacting very nicely and I love your style of writing.

Only one thing - 'he had recognized one of them as Sam, the one he’s told Dumbledore about', I would have thought would be 'the one he'd told..' But that was one tiny thing and otherwise the story flowed really well, as always.

Also, you might want to make a mention of the fact that you've used dialogue from the film, as that is copyrighted material. Usually people just make a footnote or something and mark the dialogue from the film in some way, so people know where it comes from. That is just a formatting thing, though. As I said, I love this story and the writing is generally excellent. Please don't think I'm trying to rip holes in the story or be discouraged by anything I've said. Very Happy smiley face

Thu Dec 16, 2004 11:40 pm

I will agree with everyone else, this is an awesome fic and you got straight to the point without being so straight to the point if you get my meaning. I loved it! I can't wait for the next chapter! Very Happy smiley face

Gandalf meet the Trio, the Trio meet the Elves and Gandalf, Harry meet your past self. Very Happy smiley face

Yes well...I'm done.

Thu Dec 30, 2004 10:14 pm

Yay you updated!I really can't waitfor Gandalf to meet the Trio and I theorize that Harry and Frodo are past selves of each other. At least of a sort. Really well done. I'm sorry I can't constructively criticise your work but hey, it's almost New Year's! HUZZAH! Laughing smiley face

Well that's all done, keep it up!

Sun Jan 02, 2005 7:30 pm

Thank you for updating. The quality of this fic certainly isn't waning, and I'm looking forward to seeing the next chapter. Everyone's reactions are still very well crafted and I can visualise it all. Well done once again

Sun Jan 02, 2005 11:57 pm

Great story. I really loves the two worlds coming together. Can't wait for the next chapters.

5 stars... definately

Fri Feb 04, 2005 12:57 am

Props to you. I hate crossovers. Really truly despise them. I actually *like* this one. Your story is feasible and your characters are very realistic. Close attention to both canons combined with creative license creates an intriguing premise. Lots of potential. The style of writing is excellent. Stylistically, you keep the tones that are appropriate for the section. (i.e. Ye Olde as prologue) Good job.

No prizes guessing who this is. (especially with the major hint)
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