Reviews for "Purity"

Thu Mar 10, 2005 4:46 pm

"There are those out there who will skip over this and just head to the fic. "

Impossible, since there isn't anything fictional posted, just that lengthy note to potential readers. Wink smiley face

If you read the site guidlines (always a good thing), you'll see that flaming is against the rules. If you do post fiction and someone flames it, please report it to the admins.

Finally, fanfiction is supposed to be fun. If you've experienced something so negative that you feel compelled to admonish readers before you even *get* them, I'm really sorry. I know the ficworld can be a harsh place sometimes. But OSA just isn't like the rest of the ficworld. You can take the armour off now; you're among peers, and we don't believe in heckling each other.

Thu Mar 10, 2005 5:10 pm

Legomance? Movieverse? you know there are just days when you're in the mood for such a thing. Please post. Like Viv, said: this is a great place for newbie writers. We've all gotta start somewhere and the writers here like to write and help others develop their love of writing. Looking forward to chapter one.....

Thu Mar 10, 2005 8:51 pm

I must admit, I find author's notes like that a little off putting as a reader, but in a way it is a shame that people feel they need to be so defensive. As your other reviewers have said, there ought to be no need for that on this archive. Most people here try to leave as helpful and encouraging a review as possible, and as Viv says, there are always the admins to turn to in the unlikely event that you do get a flame. To be honest, I'd say all you need to put on your note is that it's movieverse and a legomance. That way, as you've said, those who don't find that thing appealing don't have to read.

Now, that said, onto your first proper chapter. I like the way you've incorporated your own character into the established action of the film, without it intruding or taking over, if you get me. That was what struck me right away. Your writing, moreover, was easy to read and enjoyable. I'm interested to see where you go with this story.

Also just to add, welcome to the site and I hope you find posting here an enjoyable experience.

Thu Mar 10, 2005 10:48 pm

i think this story is a little too true to the book. normally i like to see fanfics with a little more originality. the character Gwenneth sounds interesting and i would love to learn more about her. just a hint- it's easier to pick one character's story (ie- Eowyn and Gwennath) and run with it instead of trying to do what the movie does.

Having said that I think the story is an enjoyable read and i would like to see you update soon.

Fri Mar 11, 2005 11:06 am

I think the story so far is good. I think the use of dialogue from the movies is done for the purpose of focusing on certain characters' perspectives of those scenes--to aid in the characterization of people who will be central to the story as it moves along. If that is the case, focus on those characters' introspections could be even more strongly done without hurting the chapter or slowing it down too much. I think a female/not Eowyn view of Rohan will be very interesting. And of course the promised Legomance is something I will enjoy. I'm looking forward to see how this develops.

Sat Mar 12, 2005 2:53 pm

*Scratches head in wonder* I see someone else caught the same idea as my own Very Happy smiley face

I look forward to reading more of your story-I enjoy it greatly

AnaLee

Sat Mar 12, 2005 3:18 pm

Just read from chapter 2 onwards. Nice to see you update regularly (unlike me...me bad Twisted Evil smiley face

). I like your writing style, it's nice and concise, without being overly simplistic. One personal thing, which is probably just pure opinion on my part so feel free to take no notice, is that I'd like to see more scenes that don't include stuff from the movies. I like the way you've woven your character into all the action and the way you're going 'behind the lines' as it were and explaining out some of what was said, but just having read your recent chapters, I'd like to see some other scenes as well, if that makes sense, like your OFC going off by herself and doing something while the rest of it is going on. You're probably going to do this anyway, I would expect, if this is a Legomance.

Fri Jul 08, 2005 12:37 pm

I've just re-read the comments and first chapter of your revised story. Purity has been bookmarked by me since the end of March. I hope that Spring Break was indeed good for your muse and now that the lazy days of summer (and sitting in air-conditioned comfort in front of the computer) are upon us, that you will continue posting your revised chapters. I've been looking forward to a little Legomance this summer!

Tue Jul 19, 2005 8:00 am

Enjoying it so far! I'm looking forward to the next chapter!

Login

Navigation

RSS Feeds

Reviews for "Purity"