Ouch. I like (as much as I feel I can use those particular words!) the way you've taken the story of Celebrimbor and Sauron and given it backstory. What will happen after the downfall of Eregion seems fitting and unsurprising in this context.

It also makes Celebrimbor's solo creation of the Three weightier, almost defiant, and more poignant. Well done!

Just read this--love the tone and the descriptions. Need to re-read. But I will try to come back and write more and I have question or two! Want to write a comment so you know I read it and I enjoyed it very much. (I'm dealing with housewifey things and a little boy, so I cannot linger now!) Lovely work!

I read this years ago and never have forgotten it.  Very fine study of a soul sinking into regret and despair.