Author: DaRk_ShErV  (signed)
Date posted: 4/14/2003 4:55:05 PM
DaRk_ShErV's Comments:

Is this the one I beta-ed?

Author: FernWithy  (signed)
Date posted: 4/14/2003 6:03:41 PM
FernWithy's Comments:

As one of the reviewers on this one, I really recommend it to anyone who enjoys stories of Obi-Wan Kenobi and Luke Skywalker. Great characterization of a child Luke--believable that he'd grow into the man we met in the Classic. And a wonderful extrapolation on the scars Kenobi might have after Anakin's fall.

Author: Darth_Krewl
Date posted: 4/15/2003 1:51:05 AM
Darth_Krewl's Comments:

Xcelent!...I loved it!
Great characterization of all the characters and the best way I've ever seen Padmé's dead portrayed.
I also loved the pace and the general continuity, which fits right in with the Classic Trilogy.
Keep it up!

Author: Nol Tel Sete
Date posted: 4/15/2003 12:45:10 PM
Nol Tel Sete's Comments:

The story was very well written and loved the hole crazy old wizard thing. it does add a bit of life to that of lucks like. I hope that all of your writtings turn out this well And keep writing you do have the gift.

And May The Force Be With You.

Author: Princess Beccerz
Date posted: 4/15/2003 2:44:49 PM
Princess Beccerz's Comments:

Wow! Excellent story! I really like the way you portrayed all the characters. Ben's "incident" of four years past explains why Owen doesnt like him, and I like the way you were able to tie the events of AOTC into your story. Young Luke, the way you wrote him, fits into Lucas's older Luke perfectly. Good job, and keep it coming!

May The Force Be With You
~Beccerz~

Author: jedisister
Date posted: 4/15/2003 4:49:14 PM
jedisister's Comments:

Wow!! This was a terrific Fic. You portrayed the characters so well and give the story very "real"(to the SW storyline) circustances or probablities. Great job!!

Author: Destiny  (signed)
Date posted: 4/16/2003 12:09:10 PM
Destiny's Comments:

Hi, Wilhelmina! I loved beta-ing this, and its great to see it up! It's such a cute story, and the characterization is right on! Keep writing! :p

Author: Fionn McCool
Date posted: 4/16/2003 12:29:46 PM
Fionn McCool's Comments:

I enjoyed this a lot. Obi-Wan's "exile" on Tattoine intrigues me, particularly now that we've gotten to know the dashing young Padawan and Jedi as well as the "crazy old wizard," which renders his time there all the more touching. This story helped bridge the gap nicely and was filled with great character development and pathos, yet ended on a note of (a new?) hope.

Author: bobill
Date posted: 4/16/2003 2:53:45 PM
bobill's Comments:

That was great! I loved the interactions between Luke and the wizard like that, and the connection with Alderaan also really added to it!

Author: skyedancer  (signed)
Date posted: 4/17/2003 9:36:27 AM
skyedancer's Comments:

Wilhelmina, I really enjoyed your story. I've often speculated about Obi-Wan's days on Tattoine. I am glad you ended on a positive note. Obi-Wan was so strong in the Force that I've never been able to believe that he spent 20 some years wallowing in self-pity and guilt. Your story showed how he moved through those feelings to resolution and the conviction to carry on even if he wasn't clear about his ultimate purpose.

Author: Blazer
Date posted: 4/18/2003 5:46:05 PM
Blazer's Comments:

Woah! I loved the way you portrayed the characters here. This was a truly wonderful read. You had everything down to a cue. I enjoyed it much. Thank you for this excellent story with brillant characterazion.

Author: Valiowk  (signed)
Date posted: 4/21/2003 7:43:02 AM
Valiowk's Comments:

I really like the end of the story; the tiny twist, the bit of forgiveness on the part of Owen Lars. It seems so natural, so selfless, that we can finally come to understand their immense love for Luke, all in different ways.

Author: Curch De Nas  (signed)
Date posted: 4/24/2003 11:12:18 AM
Curch De Nas's Comments:

Great fan-fic. The characters were great. Although we see some irritation by Owen Lars when Luke mentions "Ben Kenobi" in A New Hope, I always wondered if that was an act between Ben and Owen. Something expressed simply to protect Luke. Yet, the history revealed in this story would explain Owen's dislike for Ben. Again, Great writing. Hope to read more!

Author: pimpy wan
Date posted: 4/26/2003 11:47:01 AM
pimpy wan's Comments:

i liked this story. it brought together many diverse elements of the star wars story and blended them into a believable and engaging vignette.

Author: Quiller
Date posted: 4/27/2003 9:52:25 PM
Quiller's Comments:

A nice weave. I especially liked the bookend contrast of the timelessness of the universe versus the fleeting nature of mankind. Obi-Wan had slightly more longevity than his footstep in the sand -- and it made me think about the temporal nature of the Empire. As if the Force was whispering, "This too shall pass."

Author: Sippio
Date posted: 4/29/2003 12:09:17 AM
Sippio's Comments:

very nice. i always enjoy reading about Obi-wan on Tattoine.

Author: Cat
Date posted: 5/6/2003 8:01:21 AM
Cat's Comments:

Good to see this in the archive, Wendy. Little Luke..squee! He's so sweet!

Author: Padawan_Travina
Date posted: 5/9/2003 7:41:57 AM
Padawan_Travina's Comments:

Wow!!! I really loved this story! Loved the way that you prtrayed a young Luke and Obi-Wan...Look forward to reading more...:)

Author: Shiek Mizuno
Date posted: 7/6/2003 1:39:55 AM
Shiek Mizuno's Comments:

What a great fanfic! portrays the characters just as they should be! keep up the great work!

Author: Wilhelmina  (signed)
Date posted: 7/20/2003 8:16:51 PM
Wilhelmina's Comments:

This is a bit belated, but thank you all so much for your kind and insightful comments! I love getting replies, but I especially love it when my readers 'get' the point of the story, or pick up on little things I thought no one would notice. :) You're all wonderful!

Author: Jane Jinn  (signed)
Date posted: 11/3/2003 7:47:49 AM
Jane Jinn's Comments:

What a delightful story! I can't believe I've only just now gotten around to reading it. I liked everything about it, especially the way that Obi-Wan realized maybe his task was not to save Anakin, but to save Luke instead. I also liked the way that he was willing to take on a new identity, that of a wizard, and the way that Owen actually offered him hospitality. Wonderful writing!

Author: Ivy
Date posted: 12/14/2003 7:17:03 AM
Ivy's Comments:

Wow, I really liked this story. I love Obi Wan Kenobi stories, especially ones that have him emotionally scarred, like this one. I loved the relationships between all of the characters, very nicely woven.

Author: LadySmith
Date posted: 6/5/2005 10:35:19 AM
LadySmith's Comments:

This was linked on a Recc site on LJ called Crack_van. This is a fantastic peice of wrting! Your Ben Kenobi was very very in character, and I love his "conversations" with the force - that yes, sounded a great deal like Qui-Gon.

Unfortunate that some of the details in this have been "Lucas'd" by Revenge of the Sith - the death of Padme and Ben and Luke's reactions to it was a masterfull touch.

Very very well done. Thank you.

Author: a reader
Date posted: 6/7/2005 10:52:45 AM
a reader's Comments:

That was lovely. Truly one of the best pieces of intertrilogy fiction I've read. I was especially impressed with your Owen. Thanks.

Author: Dustin
Date posted: 7/5/2006 10:37:35 AM
Dustin's Comments:

Even after the release of ROTS, the large part of this story is still a really great read; Anakin's turn and Obi-wan's guilt are well portrayed.