Reviews for "From Tragedy To Triumph"

Thu Aug 21, 2003 1:09 pm

Wonderful story. Your writing is very concise and effective and your characterization is strong. Post soon, I cannot wait to read the rest.
Lili

Sun Aug 24, 2003 1:43 am

Hey! Just wanted to tell you that, although I'm not even halfway through the first chapter, I think your story's really good. Thumbs up! WAY UP! Very Happy smiley face

Sat Sep 06, 2003 11:13 pm

Just finished reading the first three chapters, and I enjoyed the story very much. Am I the only one who was hoping Thranduil's wife would kick the living daylights out of him? What a snobby, whiney baby! I'm amazed Legolas hasn't blown up at him yet. Surprised smiley face

Fri Oct 24, 2003 7:42 am

need more!!! very very good

Thu Oct 30, 2003 12:37 pm

SingerAngel said
> need more!!! very very good

Hehe, chapter 5 is here. Sorry it's taken so long, but life got in the way, dammit. Chapter 6 is almost done and 7 is sketched out fully in my head too.

I should just thank Maria (Thuriniel) for her help with this and khazar for all her fab beta-ing. Thanks guys!

Panneth

Fri Nov 21, 2003 6:37 pm

Huzzah! Huzzah!

Have been meaning to review your story for some time now, and tonight I seem to be in a reviewing mode - finally. Doh! smiley face

This is a very mature outlook on the upbringing of a Prince, especially a second son, and of the development of Legolas's character. King Henry the VIII was set to take priestly vows in the Catholic church before his elder brother died. Kept in seclusion and relative poverty and misery by his father, upon his succession he was said to have sought company, light, and warmth for the rest of his life. So will Legolas, denied his chance for adventures, spend the rest of his life looking for them? In some respects that might be irresponsible, but Legolas is beginning to mature into the archer we know and love. What's in the cards for him between now and the Council of Elrond?

Secondly, I'd like to extend my warm thanks for being one of the few writers who sticks to Elf-sex canon. I'm really rather tired of hearing how Legolas has bedded every female Elf from here to Valinor. Rolling Eyes smiley face

Kudos!!

As I seem to be getting a little too happy with the emoticons, I'll stop there and wish you happy writing!

Regards,

The Power of the Book Hello smiley face

Thu Dec 11, 2003 1:10 am

I just found that you updated this story and I read it through again. I hope you add more soon. I have to tell you I found myself on the verge of tears when Legolas speaks to his brother in tears about being ignored by his dad. I have a superstar brother (well a while back he was the high school and college football super star) and I know how hard it is to be the one in the shadow. As my life changed I forgot those feelings, but your portrayal was very powerful and emotional and I could relate to Legolas (never thought that would happen). I love this story please continue soon.

Wed Jan 21, 2004 3:36 pm

It's a wonderful story, I particularly like all the details and how you've described Legolas' character. He has human qualities, which certainly makes him more realistic.
Write more soon Smile smiley face

Sat Feb 07, 2004 1:24 am

"An Evening with Friends"

The biggest highlight of this chapter is, without a doubt, Meliel. You have done such a great job presenting this new character (although she had a cameo appearance during last chapter), and giving the reader a very strong impression of her. Her name is the ideal reflection of her soul – sweetness – and that was the feeling I was left with when I finished reading the chapter. Meliel is the perfect counterpart to Eldirn … where Eldirn is shy, Meliel is outgoing, where Eldirn is hesitant, Meliel is confident. They balance each other very well, even though their lives are different as well as their personalities … opposites attract … as I told you, must be those laws of physics Wink smiley face

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I see Meliel’s role as the parallel of Thalion’s. She acts as Eldirn’s big sister and confidante. Where Thalion helps/will help Legolas sort out his feelings for Eldirn, I can see already that Meliel is going to prove to be a very important piece on the whole game of love that these two are playing. I’m sure that her intervention will be invaluable in the future. The fact that Eldirn finally confesses to Meliel that there are certain feelings brewing inside her about Legolas is already a clear indication of the effect that Meliel has on Eldirn. Maybe I’m totally wrong, but I have the feeling I’m not … am I? Confused smiley face

Trying to guess into what’s to come brings to mind the fact that Eldirn is leaving for Rivendell … and hasn’t told Legolas yet. To put it in Meliel’s words: “The longer you wait the worse it may be, and he may find out before you tell him”. I can already see trouble ahead.

The harp scene was beautifully done. Eldirn seemed a bit oblivious to what was going on in Legolas’ head … but we know, and it was delightful to see Legolas’ reacting to Eldirn’s closeness. Oh, he so much needs to have a talk with Thalion! And we so much need to hear about it! OK, naughty María, stop it!

My favorite moment of the whole chapter was their good-bye. Legolas’ sudden desire to kiss her was so cute (can’t find a more “mature” word to use, so I’ll leave it there … well, maybe “adorable”). And yet I must commend him for reigning himself in and not letting his libido rule his actions. Well, I don’t know if I should commend him or kick him, but considering that these two are taking it slow, I guess congratulations are in order. But it’s nice to see that Legolas is beginning to react. Can’t wait for him to finally take action Very Happy smiley face

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The moment that almost had me in tears was when Eldirn, after fussing with Meliel and her mother, finally voices the fear that is in her heart: “What if I am not good enough for him?” Eldirn’s insecurities are totally understandable; first of all, we’re not talking about any common elf, but the prince. And also, she’s starting to realize that she feels for him, and the fear of rejection or of suffering a broken heart is probably weighing very heavily on her shoulders.

Well, since I wrote about the saddest moment, I should write as well about what I thought was the funniest. The one moment that totally cracked me up: when Rodwen announces that her little girl needs a “new dress.” Poor Eldirn. But at least she agreed to not have it altered, so I cannot wait to see Legolas’ reaction to an unaltered dress. May I congratulate you as well on the choice of color … maroon on a brunette is very dashing.

Until next chappie … great job Ems!

María

Wed Mar 10, 2004 2:20 pm

I think this has been quite the chapter. I had a feeling of lightheartedness as I read it, but it seemed a happiness that could be easily shattered ... and I guess that's what happened. This chapter has helped me understand Eldirn, and I can completely sympathize with her and her actions ... but the way she leaves Legolas ... that hurt!

Even though I know where she's coming from and why she does it ... and I know it is the right thing to do, I cannot help but feeling very deeply for Leggy Crying or Very sad smiley face

... after all, he doesn't know what's going on, and probably he is wondering if he made the move too quickly, if Eldirn isn't attracted to him and he's interpreted her signals wrong ... if he was just plain clumsy on his kissing techniques ... poor Legolas!

You had two great scenes ... the merrymaking (how could it not having to do with elves dancing in the forest around a fire Very Happy smiley face

!), and the moment when Legolas sees Eldirn for the first time looking all gorgeous in her new dress ... I think that you captured Legolas' emotions and feelings perfectly.

Great job ... keep writing ... the more you write the closer we get to the kiss ... will it ever happen Wink smiley face

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