In Vino Veritas by Perelleth

A very strong story! Not an easy read, in some ways, but well worth the effort.

I love this story!  I've reread it several times over the years and was thrilled to see it here.  I see this as a brilliant snapshot of where these characters are at this moment in time, as well as a poignant look at where they've come from and where they are headed.  Once close friends seperated by politics and distance, but still reading one another very well and able to work together despite everything.  Maedhros will fall much further after this meeting, but even here he sees how far he has fallen and fully acknowledges the trouble he and his brothers have caused - and yet presses onwards.  And, of course, to hear Finrod's philosophical theories expounded upon by a drinking Fingon is priceless.  

My three favorites princes of the Noldor--reckless, arrogant, brave beyond all rationality, but never actually stupid. They break my heart.

I loved this - the weight of the past they share, the despair now, the dramatic irony of knowing the future. I adore these two. Thank you for making my train journey enjoyable instead of a chore.