WHISPERS OF THE RING
Book One - Table of ContentsIntroduction: A Shadow Grows in Gondor
Bilbo makes his untimely journey, and meets Boromir at its end.The Company Pauses for Tomatoes
Frodo, Sam, Merry and Pippin have gone to look for the missing hobbit.In Dreams
Frodo is visited by a most disturbing dream.A Summons to Gondor
Legolas of Mirkwood carries a message to Boromir of Gondor.Hot Oats in the Morning
the hobbits find themselves cornered by a bear, and facing their first hardships.
A Question Between Brothers
Faramir questions Boromir's true motives, and suspects secrets.A Day's Hard Work Pt. I
the hobbits must seek out new provisions in a town of the Big Folk.
A Proper Greeting
Faramir greets Aragorn, and hints at the trouble ahead.
A Day's Hard Work Pt. II
Frodo discovers that there are those with deeper griefs than his own.A Day's Hard Work Pt. III
Merry and Pippin get into a bit of mischief.Star of the North
Boromir's fears seem to be realized when he recognizes Aragorn from a dream of the true King.During the Night
Sam's dreams are filled with foreboding, where the simplest action can lead to a dark turn.Storm Warnings
Faramir finds his brother's decision forces him to consider an extreme course of action.No Bread at Breakfast
After a restless sleep, Sam and Frodo talk of resuming their journey at breakfast.Fleeing the Night
Merry and Pippin escape Farmer Ghead, but do worse things await them?The Storm Hits
Faramir finds himself at the heart of a conspiracy, and finally confronts his brother.Brought Up Short
Frodo and Sam are ready to take to the road once more, but trouble finds them fast.
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