Reviews for "Trust To Hope"

Sun Jul 11, 2004 6:03 pm

Suilad Nove,

Re-read chapter 16 and I must admit I rather skimmed it only because I cannot wait til Eomer and Lothiriel meet each other again after their separation...it is so perfect. Enjoyed the section with Amrothos and Cam as they develop their relationship.

I did notice something that appeared out of sorts. You ended Chapter 14 on the 15th of June with Imrahil returning to Dol Amroth and announcing they were all going to Minas Tirith for Arwen and Aragorn's wedding. But then in chapter 16 you started that on February 30th with Lothiriel and Cam packing to go to Minas Tirith for the wedding. Seems like they are going back in time....unless I read that wrong.. Smile smiley face

Lothiriel of Rohan

Sun Jul 11, 2004 6:48 pm

Suilad Nove,

Re-read chapter 17. I love the build up to the moment Lothiriel and Eomer finally meet in Minas Tirith after their long separation....it is so perfect! I can hear the drum roll in my head as each word, line and phrase in the chapter outlines the anticipation of this moment. Wow! Very Happy smiley face

From the beginning of the chapter when Eomer finds Olorin, Anhuil's horse, in the stable, the confrontation between Madril and Eomer in the barn, the scene where Eowyn picks out Eomer's clothes and helps him with his hair and beard, the banter of Gimli, the vision of the other guests in the room including Mithrandir with the hobbits to the slow walk to the end of the room and Eomer and Lothiriel are introduced their eyes meeting........gosh my heart is pounding with anticipation...so perfect!!

Love it!!!

Lothiriel of Rohan

Sun Jul 11, 2004 7:27 pm

Suilad Nove,

I love this chapter! Eomer and Lothiriel say all the words anyone would ever want to hear or read for two people who have fallen in love, separated and now have been reunited. If I could only find a man as romantic, dashing, courageous as Eomer... Very Happy smiley face

Lothiriel of Rohan

Sun Jul 11, 2004 8:27 pm

Suilad Nove,

By the way, my last comments above were about chapter 17. Upon reflection I find it such a contrast that as brave, courageous, independent and head-strong as Lothiriel is to leave Dol Amroth on her own, run away and take on a regiment of Orcs to then now allow herself to be caught up and overwhelmed with her duty to marry Fenwick. It just seems a little out of character given the way you have described...still the plot makes for a great story!

I re-read chpater 19. So romantic for Eomer and Lothiriel to have their eyes locked on each other as they dance. Great to read the coming together of these friends, Eowyn, Faramir, Legolas, Gimli and Eomer after they have been through so much together. The teasing and ribbing they do to Eomer is priceless!

Faramir's comment to Eowyn is priceless: "Your brother is in serious trouble if he has let that little hoyden steal his heart." Also, Amrothos' conversation with Cam "He's the one!" and later his thought "This could be interesting" foretells his involvement as the plot thickens...

Faramir's conversation with Eomer was interesting...the things these men share...attraction to the same kind of women:

“Dare you speak to me of stubborn women? Look beside you, Prince of Ithilien,” [Eomer] said, gesturing toward his sister. “This woman took down the Witch King of Angmar.”... Faramir chuckled. “Yes, but I feel it only fair to warn you. Ani would have backed down Sauron himself but for the bad luck of having three overprotective older brothers in lieu of one.”

“I have seen what she is capable of, Faramir, and I do not fear her.”

“Then you have not seen all she is capable of,” the Prince of Ithilien muttered softly".

You lost me a little on the conversation between Legolas and Lothiriel when they were dancing:

“Lothíriel. Na eneth vain,” he said.

“Hannon le,” she responded, smiling broadly.

“Ceni henia thyrin Eldarin,” he commented, seemingly not surprised.

The princess shrugged. “I had very thorough tutors,” she commented. “Did he really tie you up?” The Elf asked, his expression incredulous. Anhuil laughed out loud as the song ended. “Hannon le, brenníl nín,” he said with a deep bow.“Glassen, hiril Eldar,”

It is hard to write in this preview format. Of course I understood the hannon le. But what did "Na eneth vain" mean. Then I think Legolas said "I see you know elvish" or something like that. Brennil nin...that means "my lady" right?

Still learning elvish...Great chapter as always.

Lothiriel of Rohan

Sun Jul 11, 2004 8:50 pm

Lothiriel -

The conversation goes as such...

Lothíriel. Na eneth vain,” he said. (Lothiriel...it is a beautiful name.)

“Hannon le,” she responded, smiling broadly. (Thank you)

“Ceni henia thyrin Eldarin,” he commented, seemingly not surprised. (I see you speak the tongue of the Eldar)

The princess shrugged. “I had very thorough tutors,” she commented. “Did he really tie you up?” The Elf asked, his expression incredulous.

Anhuil laughed out loud as the song ended. “Hannon le, brenníl nín,” he said with a deep bow.“Glassen, hiril Eldar,” (brennil nin - my lady...glassen means "my pleasure, or joy" kind of a Sindarin "you are welcome.")

Hope that helps....

Nove

Mon Jul 12, 2004 5:53 pm

P.S. I loved the way Eomer decked Fenwich in Chapter 19! Smile smiley face

Lothiriel of Rohan

Tue Jul 13, 2004 4:54 pm

What a place to lave a story, and what a story. i have loved reading this since I found it about half way written. You have really made Eomer and Lothiriel alive. Looking forward to the sequel, I just know it will be as good as this one. Eokat. Razz smiley face

Wed Jul 14, 2004 1:57 pm

I have loved your story ever since I found this website. You are a gifted writer. Your character development of existing characters and new ones has only added to the story. I look forward to book 2 (PG13 or R) keep up the good work (and don't go back to real life for too long) Laughing smiley face

Sat Sep 11, 2004 7:47 am

This was the first fanfic I ever read, and it was brillant...I stayed up all night reading it. After this story however most others were a disapointment - so I am relieved to see you are working on a sequel! Sorry I haven't reviewed until now, but I imagine my situation was much like most people - loved the story to death, just didn't review. So know that no reviews doesn't mean no one likes it, we are just all lazy gits who do not consider the many needs of the author. Cheers and keep typing away! Laughing smiley face

Sun Sep 12, 2004 10:48 pm

Very enjoyable & I'm looking forward to the sequel-- you have a great knack for characterization! It seemed to drag just a bit after Minas Tirith, but I was also getting eager for the conclusion.

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