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Reviews for In the Chains of Honor: Shades of the Past

By : Tanesa
  • From ANON - Avari on March 31, 2004
    I'm enjoying this story very much but this chapter confused me. The rape was a flashback, right? And the elf at the end of the chapter was Legolas, right? And the Fourth Age? I'm sorry, but I'm terribly, terribly confused right now.
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  • From ANON - Steph on March 24, 2004
    This is so good I can't even tell you. It's been a long time since I read a Legolas story this fabulous, (or any lotr fic) and those have been few anyway it seems. It is obvious that you spend a lot of time on your chapters. I can see it in your attention to detail, and the depth of the prose. I love that! I really can't wait to see what awaits Legolas in Elrond's home. And I have r dir disliked a character as much as I do Thranduil in this.
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  • From ANON - louise_oblique on March 24, 2004
    "he would do his utmost not to fail the Lord of Imladris or his illustrious and alluring friend." Ooooooooo me like ;)

    huggs
    louise


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  • From sivan325 on March 24, 2004
    Wonderful story. I saw it at LiC.

    I love what I read so far. Poor Legolas.

    Keep up the great work that you are doing with your fic.

    I can't wait to read the next chapter.

    Sivan
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  • From on March 24, 2004
    I am sooo relieved that Legolas is fin out out of Mirkwood. I hope that Elrond and Glorfindel can show him some happiness for a change and that he lets them.
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  • From ANON - Calenharn Elflover on March 22, 2004
    So far this is an intriguing story. In some respects, it seems a faint echo of 'Feud' by narcolinde, in that it features a disgraced Legolas unfairly sentenced to a terrible punishment by a father with whom he is not on good terms. (One wonders if somewhere there was a challenge that forms the basis of these two stories.) However, there are obvious departures: Elrond and tmladmladris Elves are noble and have good intentions towards Legolas; there is a mutual goal of peace and goodwill between the realms; and even early on there is theoretically (long term) hope for Legolas. (At least, one devoutly hopes that all will turn out well for Legolas, though the horrendous opening chapter gives us justifiable reason for doubt and fear.)

    The story thus far is well written, and Legolas is well portrayed, particularly as regards to the apparently crucial personality characteristic of honor. It was also interesting to see Legolas through Glorfindel's eyes - a case of love at first sight if ever there was one.

    I look forward to the continuation of this story (and I reiterate my hope that ultimately all ends well for Legolas).

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  • From ANON - louise_oblique on March 20, 2004
    Wow!! really well written, poor les, bs, brilliant fic! more please?
    huggs louise
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  • From ANON - louise_oblique on March 20, 2004
    Brilliant and wonderfully done. huggs louise :)
    xxx
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  • From ANON - giggle on March 20, 2004
    I am in the dark uch uch as the Imladris elves about what just happened bou gou gave us a lot of clues for the future. Legolas is outranked by his younger brother and it sounds as if Thranduil has sexually abused Legolas and taken his birthright from him because of this. The younger elf not being abused to keep him innocent. Also venting all his rage on his oldest son for some reason which I hope we will find out in Legolas' interactions with Elrond and Glorfindel.
    One hundred and fifty year ser service to Imladris. I wonder what that could entail. HMMM. I know what I want it to entail but we will see.
    The scene in the throne room was horrific. Being stripped of all honor, dignity, birthright and then being branded by his father as a slave? Maybe we will get some more info on this too in the coming chapters. It doesn't seem to me that the elves present were all that happy about what was going on but of course one doesn't argue with a king that truly rules and just doesn't reign.
    His guard having to beat him was really bad. These would be the ones he had formed a bond with like brothers and they have to carry out his punishment.
    Does this mean he will have to serve ninety years in Mirkwood for his punishment or does the beating take care of that? Enquiring minds want to know.
    I look forward to more explanations and convolutions to come. giggle
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  • From ANON - Rangerlady on March 19, 2004
    Such a well-written story! You show wonderful pace, an original plot, great characterization... I will certainly be watching out to future updates! Please continue the good work, looking forward to the next chapters.
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  • From ANON - Steph on March 19, 2004
    ch. 4 - This was so intense. You actually made me cry! You are just too good at writing angst. The emotions of the characters came through very well. I love this, and I love how complex it is. ButI think the most profound part for me was Legolas getting beaten by his own guards. It would seem that theye ale also his friends, or at least those who grew up with him in the Wood. That makes it all the more hard to bear I imagine. I can't wait to see what awaits Legolas in Imladris. Excellent story! Thanks so much for sharing.
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  • From ANON - giggle on March 17, 2004
    Well that was very interesting. The healers and elves around Thranduil's stronghold seem to be totally clued in on what is in store for Legolas and Elrond is a lot less clueless now.
    The explanation that the prince gave about his responsibility for the deaths was fascinating. Like Tolkien said the Woodland elves were dangerous and less wise. I can easily see this in your story. So Elrond can now see the beauty of the prince also. You are muddying the waters nicely.
    I am glad the Legolas has been cared for. The reasoning behind why he could not advertise his wounds was good. It shows he has fortitude, loyalty to his men and the courage to take the sentence on himself.
    I look forward to more even though I know it soon will get painful for the prince and those who come to care for him. giggle
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  • From ANON - Steph on March 17, 2004
    ch 3 - The detail in this is wonderful. I love the insight into Elrond's thoughts, and I love the image of Legolas he has gained. I also think the interactions and dialogue are believeable, and what I would call appropriate for elves. Too often, stories with a great plot and pairing are ruined because the author n'tn't seem to be able to write realistic descriptions and/or characterizations of an ethereal elf (well, as realistic as ficiton can be;) You have no problem there, and that makes your story a lot easier to really get into. I can't wait to see how this progresses.
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  • From ANON - giggle on March 13, 2004
    OOH Evil Thranduil. I like a nice Thranduil with a little Legolas but an evil king with a angsty Legolas is good too.
    So two of the blond characters were eyeing each other as much as possible during the ride back to the stronghold. Nice start of a little romance or even a lot of romance or just some total elf smut whichever way you choose to go.
    I am glad to hear that this will be long. I just love long, searing, angst-filled stories with lots of things going on. Gives me a to lto look forward too.
    I am looking forward to this little ceremony appeasing the deaths at the behest of the forest. I can foresee some not too pleasant times ahead for our prince. giggle
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  • From ANON - Buttercup on March 13, 2004
    Thranduil is old!old! Poor Legolas needs a hug (and someone to yank out that arrow). Another excellent chapter. :o)
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