Wow i finally got round to reading it, i cant wait for next chappy seriously though u need to get on to it else it's just gonna eat u alive, maybe Haldir didnt get eaten but u might (not from me, but from the plot bunnies and such)I loved this story and am litterally fallen asleep because i just could stop reading, my parents will mpst likely scold me for being iresponsible but hey it's the holidays so why should they care? well cant wait for more

Hannon
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Gracey, Rache, Thranduils.Emel.A.Faer. (Thranduils.Heart.And.Soul.)

I spent alot of time today reading this story and I've got to say that I am really loving it.

I'm enjoying your portrayal of the characters, particularly Estel, and the action scenes that you have in this story are pretty good.

The way that you build up suspense, slip in and out of the characters' thoughts and make the action seem really real makes for a fun and thought-provoking story. My favorite kinds of action scenes are ones that both provide insights about the characters and have some action going on and you have captured that well here.

Your use of dialogue is another thing that stands out to me about this story. I like how natural the conversations feel and how you can just fel the emotion in the characters through their talks.

Fics like this make me glad I'm reading stories in the LOTR fandom.

i've definitely enjoyed reading this story! poor estel. though i guess i should really say, poor elrond.

so keep writing this story. 'cause i really want to know what happens next!

I am enjoying this story immensely! Your characterization of Estel as a 16-year-old is spot on, he actually reminds me a lot of my own teenage brother =D. You can see him starting to mature, but he's still got that requisite impulsiveness/stubbornness. The mystery is very well done, and I'm quite curious to see how it all turns out!!

I was going to wait until I had caught up with this story to review it as a whole, but this chapter was too amazing. I *love* your depiction of Haldir, and the bit of banter that lightens poor Estel's situation. I'm excited to keep reading! :-)

Hey Cal! ^_^ As always- outstanding chapter. I'm really enjoying this story, and I absolutely LOVE your writing style. For example:
[“How long will you continue to act in this manner, Estel?”
He shrugged at the question, eyes staring at the fire and nothing else.
“Sulking is very unbecoming of you.”
“I care not,” he said, his fingers moving to grasp a small twig.]

Don't think I've reviewed in a long while. Your Estel is so endearing and such a typical boy/man. The sulkiness is tolerable, the heroism splendid, and the worry of Elrond completely understandable. Glad you continued the story. And BTW, a very fine chapter.

I couldn't stop reading this story once I'd started it.So few writers can manage a story that's truly gripping, however well they write otherwise, but you have.

You set up a mystery at the very beginning, and I can't wait to find out the truth.

I love the way your characters are revealed through their dialogue. Estel acts like a typical teenaged boy - in turns sulky, defiant, and impetuously noble. He's beautifully portrayed.

Oh my, Estel isn't winning any points with his father. But he did help them with the wargs. Elrond's less than understanding. Really, after the twins and Arwen, perhaps he has to remember what 'teens are like. Enjoyed the tale!

ai! where's the rest! i really like this story. and i desperately want to know what the impostor thingie is.

so please update!

This is very cool. Interaction, descriptions, and Estel's perspective is awesome. I really like the image/thought of Estel stumbling into Haldir's camp and startling him...now that meeting was very unexepected but very welcomed here. Estel's reaction to seeing his father in Lorien is perfect as is Elrond's view of it. In the 'reunion' and 'coping' of it though there was something missing, though as im not sure what i cant suggest anything. But Estel's nightmares were worked well and I love what youve done with Haldir...all of him. I think two lines in particualr are favorites...when he takes in Estel's appearance and then later thinks of him after estels been injured and second just now..."You are quite odd, do you know that, Estel? Showing up in the dead of night, carrying a pillowcase and looking as if I were going to hand you over to Galadriel or Celeborn.”...great!

And the business with the imposter, it didnt occur to me until after Estel had gotten away from the men that maybe he would meet Elrond in Lorien and how confusing that would be...the fact that that is what youve done works very well, though u did have me worried about the imposter being the real elrond too.

One thing, when Elornd backhanded estel, a cut appeared on his cheek and Estel went 'what the? as though he realised his 'ada' was wearing something on his hand because an unadorned hand would catch like that. So i was then under the impression he didnt know about Vilya. Now you say he does so why was there surprise earlier? Unless his 'ada's' ring was upon the wrong hand perhaps?
Anyway, tis great, would love to see more so update please!

Nice story. Estel with a pillowcase was an interesting touch... and the fearsome Lothlorien marchwarden with a tousled hair and rumpled clothes! Pls do update!

Wow! Very nice work, I gotta say. Were a few typos here and there, but that's nothing too big.

I like how you manage the characters, especially the young Aragorn and his relationship with Elrond. Haldir is also neat-o, I liked his character and was a little sorry we didn't see more of him in the books.

Looking forward to the next update.

Hello again! Wow, this is a long chapter! :D

[Only three days ago did Elrond allow him to leave this room, and what had he done? Gotten himself lost in an unfamiliar part of this place. Terribly embarrassing.] Aw, poor Estel! ;)

["You have grown much since I last saw you."
He did not know how to reply to this. "Um...thank you?"] *laughs* Silly Estel...

["I like traveling, but there is always a nice feeling to back to someplace familiar."] Um, I *think* you meant to put "come" between to and back. And believe me, I'm not looking for errors! I just happened to notice it. ;)

[He still shook his head. "Let me go back with you, Adar. Please," He swallowed visibly. "I want to go back. I want to go home."] Come on, Elrond! Just let him go home with you!

[He had finished the first two letters, "E" and "S." "T" would take him a bit longer.] *smacks forehead* I'm so stupid. After I read that I thought "Wait, T should be the easiest, shouldn't it? It's just two lines!" lol But Estel doesn't write in English... duh Arodiel. lol ;D

[He stuck his finger in his hand and sucked hard.] lol I promise you Cal, I'm not looking for errors! But I think you meant "mouth" instead of "hand". ;)

[“I only hope he does nothing rash.”] Then you should keep a close eye on him, Haldir. ;)

[Out of no where, a hand was clamped over his mouth, and an arm held him tightly across the chest. “Do not make a sound,” a soft voice hissed in his ear, “Understand?”] Who is it? O_o

[He emerged, carrying an armload of things. “—there is only one thing I can do.”] And that is go with Estel! :D

[The youth closed his mouth, and then opened it, trying to speak. He looked rather like a fish when he did that, the elf noted with amusement.] xD Oh man... *laughs*

Again, can't wait until the next chapter! :D
~Arodiel

nice and long. :D

now hurry up. please? (puppy face)

Bratty-Catty