Reviews for "Reflection"

Mon Apr 05, 2004 5:39 pm

While always cognizant that both Elrond and Faramir had suffered their own personal losses over the years, I had never stopped to consider these two men side by side. It raises the question of whether the experience of loss is more acute for someone who has lived as many years as Elrond or whether the shorter number of years experienced by Faramir would attenuate the intensity of his mourning?

Great insights into both characters Nancy.

Tue Jun 08, 2004 6:06 am

That was superb Nancy, the insight of Elrond is unique and poignant, I especially appreciate the wording that you have used considering all of Elrond's loved ones, I hadn't considered Aragorn before but now I'm reminded of it. This is poignant and beautiful, I can clearly see the similarity to Elrond and Faramir's situations. Lovely piece.

Fri Jul 09, 2004 6:21 am

I must admit to vast confusion at first. I figured out the Elrond part, but it was the other person. Was it Aragorn? But that made less sense. Then I read your author's notes. I jumped into the story from the featured story segment. It makes so much more sense now. And it is a very good study in contrasts. I have often wondered if long term is better than short term, whether dealing with death, illness, or even as you have, loss. The suffering cannot be mitigated either way. And you have managed to convey a great amount of emotion in such a short piece. Thank you.

Sat Nov 05, 2005 6:53 pm

This was so beautiful! You write Elrond very well. I enjoyed reading it and was left with wanting more.

Sat Nov 26, 2005 11:42 am

How do you think of half of this stuff you are good

Sun Dec 04, 2005 11:39 pm

I never before stopped to consider the common threads between Elrond and Faramir. You did a marvellous job. Elrond's thoughts are very much alive. I love how solid and serene he seems while contemplating his losses. This has almost an unearthly flow to it. It is very much real and touches home way too sharply. Another thing I like is the description of Elrond's legacy and its comparison with that of Denethor. I can completely see how the gift of choice for Elrond can be considered rather a curse that's left him bereft of all he loved. The single thought of Elrond picking up on smthg like Faramir's losses when his daughter is to be wed to his foster son is brilliant. It fit's perfectly. Simply Great!

Wed Jan 03, 2007 6:06 pm

"mother to grief, brother to myth, father to madness" -- my favourite line.

I think I like this best of all your short works.

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Reviews for "Reflection"