MonicaTRodriguez

One decision made differently - as the Three Hunters chase after the orcs who have captured Merry and Pippin, they run through that second night rather than rest -- and everything changes. Well, not everything. They're merely captured by the orcs like Merry and Pippin. Not in the plan.One decision changed doesn't change one's destiny, however. How each of them is to reach the fate destiny has in store for them is a bit peskier, though...In this AU story, Aragorn, Legolas, and Gimli are captured by the orcs trekking across Rohan and struggle to return to their task. There's action and adventure, suspense, not too much angst, and hopefully an enjoyable story for all. Feedback is welcome!This story won First Place in the MEFA Awards!Thanks as ever to the tireless beta, Thundera Tiger!…

MonicaTRodriguez

This is a series of AU vignettes in which each member of the Fellowship hears the call of the Ring -- and answers it. My take on the big What-If. Varying degrees of angst, drama, action, and perhaps a little more angst. This series won First Place in the MEFA Awards quite a few years ago now. This idea brewed in my brain for a long time before I finally got it out of my head and onto 'paper.' It would never have happened without my beta reader, Thundera Tiger, and I can't thank her enough. Without her guidance and encouragement, this story would never have seen the light of day, nor would I have considered posting any of my writing.There will be one vignette for each Fellowship character, following the prologue. I hope you enjoy!Cover art by Reuben Flounders, flickr…

MonicaTRodriguez

In Fellowship of the Ring, we read:“Their farewells had been said in the great hall by the fire, and they were only waiting now for Gandalf, ... Bilbo huddled in a cloak stood silent on the doorstep beside Frodo. Aragorn sat with his head bowed to his knees; only Elrond knew fully what this hour meant to him.”What did Tolkien mean by that line? What did that hour, that moment mean to Aragorn? What was going through his head? What did Elrond know that no other did?This vignette is my interpretation of the moment.I first posted this story to the HASA story archive and later submitted to and won the 2007 MEFA Award. Much of that award was a result of my beta-extraordinaire Thundera Tiger. She was vital to this story even being written, not to mention its quality. She is priceless!…

MonicaTRodriguez

Three choices, three destinies. Three leaders choose the messengers to send to Imladris, who then become members of the Fellowship.I first posted this story to the HASA story archive, then submitted to and won Honorable Mention in the 2008 MEFA Awards. Much thanks to Thundera Tiger and Chathol-linn, for their beta prowess!…

MonicaTRodriguez

An AU vignette of one of the Fellowship receiving unexpected news. No, it didn't happen, but I was suddenly struck with this scene in my head and decided to take the plunge.…

MonicaTRodriguez

Gimli shows Legolas the Glittering Caves and learns a lesson on beauty and friendship.…