Author: Wilhelmina  (signed)
Date posted: 2/3/2003 9:15:55 PM
Wilhelmina's Comments:

Hello! I'm very honored to be archived among such good company. Several thank you's are in order: First, to Sache8, for prompting me to write a Naboo story in the first place; second, to my lovely betas, bobill and NaboosPrincess; third, to everyone who read and responded to this story on the boards and made me think that maybe it was worth archiving. :-)

Author: obaona  (signed)
Date posted: 2/3/2003 9:39:46 PM
obaona's Comments:

Wow!

I must admit, this is a truly original idea, and certainly not one I've seen in SW fanfiction. Kudos to the author!

Moreoever, this story was well-written - and reminds me strongly of a beautiful fairytale. It also makes me wonder what will happen to Naboo, after Anakin's turn and the rise of the Empire. Will it remain happy, as promised here? I certainly hope so.

Thank you for sharing that lovely tale. :)

Author: Jeff 42  (signed)
Date posted: 2/3/2003 10:15:47 PM
Jeff 42's Comments:

This was a very enjoyable little read, and the writing style really did make it feel like an old legend. However, the connection to Star Wars seemed tangential at best. Still a good story.

Author: Naboos_Princess  (signed)
Date posted: 2/4/2003 5:25:22 AM
Naboos_Princess's Comments:

This is a beautiful story, and a very original idea. I especially liked the character names; they are very creative while still retaining the traditions of Naboo. Congrats on having this archived. You should be proud. :)

Author: Jedi_StarDust  (signed)
Date posted: 2/4/2003 9:08:38 AM
Jedi_StarDust's Comments:

Wow, what a lovely story you have here. You have an excellent hand for creating legends, and as I sat here reading "The Snow-Star" I could easily see how beautiful your writing style is. It really felt as if I was reading another one of those fairytales I loved as a child - reawakening a bit of nostalgia on my part hehe - and as I followed Alwé's journey through her simple village life, it seemed as if I was truly walking through the snowy atmosphere of Naboo. Quite different from the usual Star Wars story, but most certainly as good. =)

Author: crystalrain
Date posted: 2/4/2003 11:11:31 AM
crystalrain's Comments:

This is a beautiful story. It reminds me of the innocence of childhood and how when a child sees something beautiful it just makes them happy and they don't let anything else spoil that happiness (oh dear I'm getting all nostalgic). Its fits nicely in the star wars universe and it's very original. Well done.

Author: crystalrain
Date posted: 2/4/2003 11:11:37 AM
crystalrain's Comments:

This is a beautiful story. It reminds me of the innocence of childhood and how when a child sees something beautiful it just makes them happy and they don't let anything else spoil that happiness (oh dear I'm getting all nostalgic). Its fits nicely in the star wars universe and it's very original. Well done.

Author: Amidala_Skywalker  (signed)
Date posted: 2/4/2003 1:25:50 PM
Amidala_Skywalker's Comments:

Wonderful work!

How original and different! Reading this was very refreshing, Mina. As others have said, it was as if this came from a fairytale book.

Congratulations on getting it archived!

Author: DarthBrooks
Date posted: 2/4/2003 3:26:33 PM
DarthBrooks's Comments:

Nice story, by the way. If it had pictures, it would make a great bedtime storybook.

NOTE: Let's keep the comments just about the stories, shall we?

Author: Viari Skywalker  (signed)
Date posted: 2/4/2003 5:11:27 PM
Viari Skywalker's Comments:

Mina! Congrats on getting this archived! This was a wonderful Star Wars legend. I can't believe no one has spotted the connection to the GFFA that we all know and love! (Besides that the setting is on Naboo.) The prophecy Elsinoré gave Alwé was very well done, a lovely connection to the movies. Anakin has the Chosen One prophecy, and it seems only fitting that Padmé, Luke, and Leia should have a prophecy as well. Readers, keep in mind that this story is 3000 years before the movies, therefore the older feel to the writing is more suitable. Star Wars is a space fantasy, a fairytale of sorts, and this story is fitting for such a saga. Mina, I do hope you continue submitting to these Archives. You are a wonderful writer, and I love your stories!

~Vi~

Author: Bobilll
Date posted: 2/4/2003 5:15:51 PM
Bobilll's Comments:

Hey, it's up! Congrats! Everyone already said basically how it was so much like a real fairy tail, so I won't waste space saying that. Just know it's great, and congrats!

Author: JediPug1  (signed)
Date posted: 2/4/2003 6:46:39 PM
JediPug1's Comments:

I really enjoyed your story very much! It reminded of the old fairy tales and legends I used to love to read as a child. Nice job!

Author: Mcily Nochi  (signed)
Date posted: 2/4/2003 8:01:38 PM
Mcily Nochi's Comments:

Wilhelmina, this is lovely! The style has a beautiful lilting quality that sounds like an old legend, and the content reminds me of Russian folk legends, which have always fascinated me.

Good job!

Author: Greenleaf from Lake Retreat
Date posted: 2/5/2003 1:14:58 AM
Greenleaf from Lake Retreat's Comments:

Thanks, Whilhelmina, a very nice and sweet story. I like it even more, because here in the Lake Retreat (Lake Como, I live here) yesterday it was snowing, and because this area is famous in the world for silk-weaving and lace-making (I'm a lacemaker myself). May the Force be with you

Author: boushh2187  (signed)
Date posted: 2/5/2003 11:22:37 AM
boushh2187's Comments:

Great little story! You captured the fairy tale aspect of it so well. Such a good read. Thank you. :)

And Cosmic did a great job with the cover! But you know I like your work already. ;)

Author: Bria  (signed)
Date posted: 2/6/2003 10:14:56 AM
Bria's Comments:

Ah, that was sweet and original. Good job. I really enjoyed this. :)

Author: Empire_Rules_All  (signed)
Date posted: 2/6/2003 2:21:24 PM
Empire_Rules_All's Comments:

I liked thise story because of the biblical background to it, it was almost exactly like when Solomon asked for wisdom from God when He visited him in the night, and God gave him wisdom, but also everything else that men desire.
it was a very good story!

Author: Destiny
Date posted: 2/10/2003 12:29:39 PM
Destiny's Comments:

You stole my thought, Empire! :p That's just what I was going to say, that this story was reminiscent of the Biblical account of Solomon. I, too, enjoyed the fairytale aspect of this story. "The Snow-Star" was truly wonderful! :p

Author: Master Berry
Date posted: 2/17/2003 5:47:18 PM
Master Berry's Comments:

This is a wonderfully written piece of work. It's very original, as was said before. Congrats!

Author: Princess Beccerz  (signed)
Date posted: 2/19/2003 8:26:23 AM
Princess Beccerz's Comments:

Hey, Mina! Wonderful fic, you should be proud! I'm working on a fic right now, would you be willing to read it? contact me! Once again, great fic!

~Beccerz~

Author: Kaitu
Date posted: 2/19/2003 8:56:33 AM
Kaitu's Comments:

A beautiful tale, nicely complimenting the wonders of Naboo we see in the Episode I and II. It touches the Heart of the goodness and unselfishness of a child. "A child shall lead them." We could use a few more stories like this - something wonderful to pass on. Well done!

Author: Jedisister
Date posted: 2/19/2003 5:25:23 PM
Jedisister's Comments:

Very Cool little piece. It was an enjoyable read.

Author: Princess1
Date posted: 2/19/2003 6:01:14 PM
Princess1's Comments:

That was beautiful, it made me think of a fairy tale, it fits perfect in Naboo, and its a wonderful thought to think that Luke, Leia and Padme were prophesyed(sp?) sort of comforting, in a way. Beautiful. I love legends, and this was like a legend of star wars. :) Great job.

Author: Bimo  (signed)
Date posted: 2/21/2003 5:02:10 AM
Bimo's Comments:

What a wonderful, well-written story. Sweet and heart-warming despite its wintery setting ;-)

Author: Sreya
Date posted: 2/21/2003 11:15:43 PM
Sreya's Comments:

Such a beautiful fairy tale! I love the style of it, and you've woven it so well. I'm very impressed.

Author: Ani's girl  (signed)
Date posted: 3/1/2003 7:46:28 PM
Ani's girl's Comments:

I loved the way Alwe, was so kind.
The kindness of Alwe sheltering the statue with the blankets, is beautiful. I also loved the fact that she was selfless. However, when the "Queen" gave her the necklace was the most beautiful part. "It is a piece of a star, that broke off from its home, and froze in the deeps of space on its way here."

Absolutely beautiful!!!

Author: THeMPIRE  (signed)
Date posted: 7/21/2003 7:49:17 PM
THeMPIRE's Comments:

This Fan Fic was truely unique in every since of the word. It was a delightful tale that was warm, and exciting. It was so like a tale past down for centuries. Great Job!

Author: Endurwen_Kenobi  (signed)
Date posted: 7/1/2004 5:51:26 PM
Endurwen_Kenobi's Comments:

Well done! I loved it.

Author: MissMilton  (signed)
Date posted: 10/5/2004 8:28:11 AM
MissMilton's Comments:

Though I have been a fan of the SW saga for a long time, I have only just now started reading fanfic in this universe. This is the first story I have read, and I find it very original and refreshing. I think it is a wonderful fairy-tale, capturing the genre's style very accurately, and also fitting credibly into the SW universe. It reads like an actual legend of Naboo, both in terms of the mythological feel of SW and the references to the future events involving Padme, Leia and Luke. Very enjoyable.

Author: JediJarrett
Date posted: 10/25/2004 8:35:41 PM
JediJarrett's Comments:

This is a very good and very clever story. I like how it starts off with a girl communicating to her parents that which she does not understand, in search of a response. To be honest with you, I must say that of all that I have read, I don’t think that I have read a story relating to star wars, or a piece of star wars fan fiction that is as unique as this. Honestly, this is very creative, and unique story that I feel is worthy of much praise from readers on this website. I really like the fact that it takes place so very long before what we know star wars to be. This is one of my favorite aspects of this piece of work. We have adapted ourselves to an image of Star Wars, and this varies from the image. I really enjoy the fact that this is a different story than average. This is very clever. It reminds me of the big bang theory almost, only star wars pathology is significantly more important that real life pathology. I also really enjoy the images that you have added to your story. They definitely are a plus. They add to the story, and not only are illustrated well, but go along well with the story. I have a few questions for you. Do you prefer the new star wars movies, the lower episodes, or the older star wars movies, the higher episodes? Which of all of the trilogy movies is your favorite?

Author: Yoda_is_the_master  (signed)
Date posted: 2/22/2007 12:10:50 AM
Yoda_is_the_master's Comments:

Wow. I like your style of writing, its really suited to this sory, I loved the pictures as well!