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Reviews For: Strange Gifts

Thorongirl 2008-05-13 ch 5,	abuseThere was just so much to enjoy about this chapter, too. You might have to check the size of your door when I'm through because I'm not sure if your head will fit through :) First: " The arrival of the twins, with their news of events in the outside world, and slightly raffish air, was always a cause of some excitement in the unchanging world of Rivendell." Again, you say so much in that sentence; I love the 'slightly raffish air' expression. Just perfect. Estel's hero worship is just wonderful too. What boy hasn't worshiped some worthy at some point or another? I also loved the reaction of the females in the audience to Glorfindel's introduction into the fray. You made me smile, that's for sure. The way the twins interact with Estel is just delightful too. Truly the older brothers! This was priceless: "He let you do it, you young idiot," hooted Elrohir, "You're not yet good enough to throw the finest swordsman in Middle-earth unless he wants you to do it." Thanks for that. It was great! And of course, how could I overlook this section here: "He put his hands on Estel's hips to adjust him to the correct angle. To his surprise, the muscles of his buttocks were surprisingly hard and strong, as little like the elastic muscles of an elf as a dog feels like a cat." Oh my. That was quite nicely written..very very nice. You cannot post the next chapter soon enough to suit me, but that's all right. Just post when you can. I am absolutely enthralled by this story.
Thorongirl 2008-05-13 ch 4,	abuseYou have no idea how much I look forward to each chapter of this lovely story. It is just beautifully written. The easy bantering between Glorfindel and Lindir was very well done, and the details about the horses enriched the story. It gives it all more of a 'real' feeling. "Two tall dark-haired Elves were dismounting from a pair of matched white geldings, with a crash of mailed feet. Their identical beautiful faces were as fierce as hawks." -- What a wonderful word picture you paint there! I also enjoyed the insight into Estel's lineage and how despite that, it might take Elrond's intervention to see that he is recognized as Gondor's king. But that's all future and he doesn't know about any of that yet. You have definitely become of my favorite authors. And now, on to chapter 5!
estelstheone 2008-05-09 ch 5,	abuseRowr! As my characters like to say, 'By the stars!' This is so good. I really liked the way you got Estel and Glorfindel in that situation w/o it seeming even the least bit contrived and how you've not forced or rushed anything. It's the rare author who can hold back from doing that. So...this is an amazing fic. I'm so glad you've continued to write. That comparison about a cat and a dog was perfect. I can hardly wait for chapter 6.
estelstheone 2008-05-09 ch 4,	abuseHi. You accidentally repeated your first sentence twice, but other than that, this is just perfect. What a great story. I've gotten pretty tired of most slash of late (not all, but most; guess I'm getting too jaded) but this story -- amazing. You have a real feel for canon and make it all seem absolutely plausible. The twins -- your descriptions are marvelous. So glad you posted two chapters today.
Thorongirl 2008-03-16 ch 3,	abuseAs I said before, this is just great. I loved the interaction there between Lindir and Glorfindel. You managed to convey a lot without too many words. And Estel...my dear, you are making me quite anxious to read more. This is wonderfully done -- all that boyish curiosity and brashness. I think I'm going to recommend this on my profile page. Whether that means anything or not remains to be seen :) I am SO looking forward to chapter 4!
Thorongirl 2008-03-16 ch 2,	abuseYou have a real gift for storytelling. This is just wonderful. You certainly have a good indepth knowledge of Tolkien's work that makes this particularly enjoyable to read. And did I mention how much I love this pairing?
estelstheone 2008-03-06 ch 3,	abuseOther than the obvious -- that your chapters are too short for my taste -- I love your story. You're really quite well versed in the world of Middle-earth as far as I can see and your story is very well written. You should have more reviews than you do, that's for certain. Looking forward to chapter 4.
OrlandosLover2009 2008-02-29 ch 2,	abuseAwesome chapt!
estelstheone 2008-02-29 ch 2,	abuseGlad you haven't abandoned this. It's coming along nicely. Would love to read more.
.lucifers.angelx 2008-02-29 ch 2,	abuseYay! I'm glad you updated! I thought you'd abandoned this story! Great chapter, I'm looking forward to more.
InsertNameHear 2007-09-01 ch 1,	abuseMore! More! More! I love this pairing but it's hardly ever done.
Thorongirl 2007-07-16 ch 1,	abuseA lovely beginning to your story and it promises to be something more than the run of the mill slash fic. I DO hope you plan to update. I've been watching for chapter 2 but it's been a while (not that I have anything to talk about). But really, very well written. You show a lot of promise.
OrlandosLover2009 2007-06-08 ch 1,	abuseAwesome Awesome Awesome Awesome story! You never really see this couple done too much!
.lucifers.angelx 2007-06-05 ch 1,	abusePlease continue this story, the first chapter has kept me intrigued so far, plus,Estel/Glorfindel is not a ship that you find often!
estelstheone 2007-06-05 ch 1,	abuseI still like your story! I guess you figured out that the reason it didn't show up probably had to do with the rating but I think 'T' is plenty high enough for what you've written thus far (though I would probably label it as slash were I you or somebody will complain about it). But yes, this a pairing I really like and seldom see. I hope you write more as you have a nice writing style. Happy to review again.

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