Review for First Meeting

First Meeting

(#) Raksha_The_Demon 2006-02-21

Lindahoyland is a dedicated Tolkien bookverse fan, with a knack for packing and drama.

This is a sweet story, though of the more lightweight of her works. I like the compassion and interest shown in Aragorn, as a healer and a man, in Faramir; the connection with Ecthelion and Denethor during Aragorn's time as Thorongil is not forgotten. The tension of Aragorn's weakening himself to save Faramir is well-written.

I like the initial suspicion shown to Aragorn by the healers, who of course wouldn't really know the dingy Northern Ranger and would bristle at the thought of him treating Faramir, who is not only beloved in Minas Tirith, but now the Steward of Gondor.

The writer and I do not agree on all facets of Faramir's character. But this story stands well on its own.