Oh god, my insides are just *aching*! I'm a hopeless Harmonian, and this was written with such realistic emotions that I couldn't help but get sucked in. I'm in tears! This is a very very good fic, you should be proud of yourself! *dabs eyes*
Aaaww, now I think I'm gonna cry! This was so sad, but so beautiful. I loved the letter, that was the most touching part though it was nice to have the story set at Hermione's wedding. I felt so sad for Ginny... I wished she had been wearing her ring when she came out from the changing room.
I just feel like Harry's really gone, that's how realistic this story is! You've done a fantastic job, 10/10!
Yay, finally another chapter! But I guess it was the moderators' fault, not yours. Anyway, this story is great! Got a bit confused there in the middle, but all in all, I liked it a lot! Can't wait to read about Hermione's reaction, and if Oliver's going to try and take it back!
Author's Response: See, an update and everything ;P The middle is slightly confusing, but I'm glad to hear that you've enjoyed it! I hope Hermione's reaction was worth the wait.
Hey, I liked this story a lot! It's the first D/G I've ever read, and the only reason I read it was because it was on your stories' page, otherwise it wouldn't have interested me. I've never really understood what could possibly become of them, but you've made me see! Ginny is looking for something more, she can have about anyone she wants, but she's curious for something else. Draco is just misunderstood, and needs someone to whom he doesn't have to build up a facade of someone he deep down isn't. Thanks for making me see! Great story, please write something more soon! =)
Of course I'll review, what kind of reader do you think I am? =P So.. I gather that it's been quite a while since you updated, are you even intending to do so? I hope you are, because I (as any normal H/Hr-shipper) like that this story is set after OotP, and not HBP =P Anyways, I don't know if you'll ever update, but I hope you do! Keep it up, I like the way you write! =)
Aww, such a sweet chapter full of emotion. How could've guessed that about dear Tom? I was thinking though - if Tom learns to understand love, wouldn't he be able to kill Harry...? =(
Oh, congratulations to the award, you truly deserve it! I don't know any other story or writer that's even close to as brilliant as you! =D
And remember - update days are my favorite days. I think that goes for pretty much everyone else too =P
You're doing a fantastic job, cheerio!
Yess, he chose her! Wiiee! =D
I was thinking about what Hermione said - that if she went back, there might not be a Harry Potter, or Ron Weasley, or Hermione Granger... didn't Molly and Arthur get married just because of the war, and that they were scared? I think it's mentioned somewhere... so no Voldemort could definately mean no Ron Weasley =( That'll be really interesting to see, how much has changed, if she ever finds a way back to the future!
Wonder what happens now? Can Tom even stay at Hogwarts, now that he's lost all his "friends"? School isn't really important for either him or Hermione... I'm so looking forward to reading next chapter, I can hardly wait!!
You are so talented and this is a fantastic story, Hatusu! I hope you realize that. Thank you for sharing your story with us, keep it up! =)
Oooh, what a chapter! I loved the slap, it wasn't a very Hermione thing to do, but it was definitely effective to get Tom's attention.. I want to read more about Tom's feelings! And I was so sad all the times Hermione thought about Harry and Ron...she must really miss them. Interesting that McGonagall came to Hogwarts, that was a nice thing to put into the story. And the ending! That is such a mean way to end!! But the arms that wrapped around her... I have a feeling I know to whom they belong =P This story is so sweet, I can't wait for the next chapter! You're the best, keep it up! =)
Author's Response: Ah, the slap... that was so much fun to write. There will definitely be more later about Tom\'s feelings (contrary to popular belief, he does have some, as the slap so eloquently demonstrated), along with Hermione\'s feelings too.
Yes, McGonagall was a rather last minute edition, but I figured what\'s a Tom Riddle-era story without our two favorite Professors? I think they\'ll add some much needed humor later on. :D
Thanks for your review!
Oh, Lord. She kissed him! She actually kissed him!! First the slap, and now this... It seems Tom has changed Hermione maybe as much as she will have to change him in order to stop him from becoming Voldemort.
Oh, Tom... I honestly can't blame Hermione for kissing him, he's way too dark and mysterious to resist =P
While reading, the thought occured to me that a good way to end this would be if Hermione died, after managing to bring Tom over to the good side. Then, she would live in the future, because if there isn't any Voldemort, she wouldn't go back in time and get herself killed. Did that make any sense at all???
Anyhow... You're such a great writer, I'm positive you'll find a satisfying way to end this brilliant story. And bring us lots of humor and drama in the chapters leading up to it!
You're the best, Hatusu! Keep it up! =)
Eeep, I love this story so much! You're probably the most talented writer on this whole site! Please update soon, and make that chapter longer, I don't know what I'd do without this story! Eeep!
Absolutely amazing story! You seem to have thought a lot about who Tom Riddle really was, and how he became Lord Voldemort, and it seems very realistic to me! Both his charactaristics and the way he acts towards Dumbledore... *shiver* You're an absolutely fantastic writer, you have a way of describing feelings and emotions like few others! This fic has to be one of the best I've ever read, and you one of the best authors! Please keep updating, your story is bloody brilliant! =) 10/10
Wow, great chapter! Short, though =(
I've always loved this story because you brilliantly portray both Tom's and Hermione's feelings, it's very realistic and all. Fantastic.
Oh, she tells him her real name in next chapter?? I wonder if she'll ever be able to tell him everything...I mean everything... Tom is probably one of the few persons that would understand something like that.
Well, I guess you already know how much I love your story, since I've said it about a thousand times =) Keep it up, and update soon, please!!
Omg what an evil cliffie! =P I was so happy when I saw there were two new chapters! Yay! And they were great! Yay! =D You're an amazing writer, really... I get all caught up and emotional while reading, I almost cried when Harry ran over to Ginny! I want to know if they survive, and if Harry will tell Ginny about his true feelings! I don't want this story to end here, it's too great! =) Keep it up! I'm waiting for you to update! 10/10
Author's Response: Thanks a lot. I'm glad you get all caught up in the story, thats how I want my readers to feel. The story will not end here, i'm just waiting for Chapter 12 to come back from my Beta.
Oh yeah, a quick note to all reviewers: - I'm sorry I haven't replied to all of your reviews, I have been weighed down with work and hardly have time to get online lately, just know that I appreciate all of your kind words - Lee
Aaaww, that was so cute! Even though I'm mainly a H/HR-shipper (aha! I am too reading! =P) I hope that Ron and Hermione will get married soon too, wouldn't it be sweet with a double wedding? Then again, that way they couldn't be eachother's bride's maids/best men... Oh, I don't know. All I wanted to say was that this chapter was really awesome, both some romance stuff and action! And when Harry finally catches Malfoy...boy will he pay. I wonder what's in Harry's parents house, since he didn't go upstairs? Hmm...
Yay, I'm first to review!! I just read this whole story, it's great! I like the Ginny-chapters better, but I guess the Malfoy ones are necessary for the plot... more Harry! more of this story!! update soon, i can hardly wait!! 10/10
Author's Response: Thanks. I'm glad you enjoyed it. I prefer the Harry/Ginny chapters as well, but as you say, the other Chapters are vital for plot development. Harry/Ginny chapters coming back very soon!
I've read most of your other fics, and I loved this one just as much! I was hoping for some more fluff in the end, but hey, we can't always have it our way. Even though I know H/Hr will probably never happen in the books, I still like to read fics of it because they are my favorite characters and they would be so cute together. Am I the only one who feels as if Jo read a large amount of fanfic while writing HBP? I think it's really gone too far in many ways...but that doesn't mean I won't stop loving HP!! Now I'll stop rambling. Great story, it's totally realistic and believable! 10/10
Author's Response: Hehe, Jo had a fan fic overdose. =D
But I completely agree with you--I won't stop loving HP because one book wasn't quite my taste. I mean, I've loved all the other books, haven't I? I spent some time reading the comments on sites, after HBP came out, and loads of H/Hr shippers/writers were saying they weren't going to keep writing, and that they hated HP, etc., but I think they were drawing things out of proportion. It's one thing to be upset about the book, but another to stop doing or enjoying something because of it.
Hey, great story! I've always wanted Hermione to end up with Oliver, but I've never seen a way how! It was great the way that you combined different memories to make the reader understand that they've known eachother ever since year one. You seem to have failed to write an ending tag for the italics in the end...but it didn't matter too much. The only other thing that bothered me was the line-breaking in the letters..otherwise it was brilliant!! Great story!!
Author's Response: I'm glad you liked it! I always had a soft spot for this pairing too. It's great that you found the progression of the relationship believable - it's always so hard with these two!
And thanks for your tips on the formating (it had originally been formatted for a larger screen) I've fixed the errors now.
Wiiee, this was soo funny!! You're really good at writing too, the language is varied so it doesn't get boring. Haha, I'm still laughing!! Hope the mods accept chapter 2 soon, I can't wait!! 9/10!!
Author's Response: Thanks!!!!
Wiiee, this was soo funny!! You're really good at writing too, the language is varied so it doesn't get boring. Haha, I'm still laughing!! Hope the mods accept chapter 2 soon, I can't wait!! 9/10!!
Author's Response: Thanks!!!!
Eeek, this was good! I think you wrote the whole atmosphere of a nightclub really well, as well as Hermione's behaviour in one. Is the mystery man a character we know, or someone new? I want to know! Please update soon!