08/19/05
http://www.mudblood428.com
I'm a 25 year-old English grad student and HP fan from Somewhere on the Eastern Coast, USA. I've written fanfic before, but my ventures into Harry Potter's universe are relatively new. Most people know me as a fanartist anyway ;). In any case, on to the updates...
The AtDiC saga is almost at its end, but a prequel awaits just around the bend!
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Another Side of the Story by Slian Martreb
Rated: 1st-2nd Years •Summary: Everyone knows about what it was like for Harry Potter to enter Hogwarts for the first time and fight the Dark Lord for the Second. But no one knows what it was like for his best friend. No one knows what it was like to continue standing in someone's shadow. No one knows what it was like to always be second-noticed. No one knows what it was like for Ronald Weasley. This is an account of their first year through his eyes, told his way. No warnings, unless you count sibling rivalry as GA. I know the first chapter is long, but it's worth it to set the story off right. Enjoy! Please review and let me know what you thought! Please, please review! Chapter Eleven is up and I beg your forgiveness for being so long with the updating!
Date: 10/31/05 Title: Chapter 1: How it Happened
*blushes and kicks the ground bashfully* You were so sweet to plug my fiction like that. Seriously, it made my day. Anyone on here who is reading this review right now, put your finger to the mouse and tell this girl how much her story rocks your socks off! (I know you're already thinking it...)
Author's Response: You think that's nice? You should wait until the chapter after next goes though....
Date: 11/08/05 Title: Chapter 8: Hogwarts and Harry
YESS!! Favorite chapter yet! You rock my socks for putting in the Gryffindor Quidditch team scene in there - I actually think it made the whole chapter a lot more interesting for its awesome foreshadowing purposes! Let's see... what else... Absolutely loved the bit with Hermione and meeting Draco was as nauseating as ever :). Overall, no complaints - you definitely took Rowling's story and made it your own! 10/10 :-D (Yay for Oliver Wood!)
Author's Response: Of course it's your favorite chapter....it's got Oliver Wood in it, doesn't it? Lol. Glad to hear you liked it; you know I stuck that bit in there just for you. And yes, nauseating is the PERFECT word for metting Draco.
Date: 09/08/05 Title: Chapter 1: How it Happened
Very interesting premise - I always wondered about Ron's backstory! Loved the discourse between all the Weasleys - and I particularly enjoyed how your chapter ended (I'm a bit of a nut about good endings). Well done.
Author's Response: Thanks so much! I've been keeping this story in storage for years (Like...five,) too paranoid for anyone i know to actually read it. I don't know if i'll actually post the chapters that would happen after Ron meets Harry; not sure how much original stuff i can get into it to pass the mods. But we'll see! Hope you enjoy Chapter Two when it goes through!
Broken by Huskers
Rated: •Summary: Nine years has passed since Harry defeated Voldemort. Nine years that he spent in a coma. He wakes, to find that life has passed him by. How do you go on, and can love be found after it has been destoryed?
This story was written pre HBP and takes none of that new cannon into account. Also, it might be better defined as a series of one shots than an ongoing story.
Date: 10/12/05 Title: Chapter 1: June 2008
I read in your profile that your forays into fiction writing on MNFF are a means to hone your skills and I must say, I'm so impressed. You have an almost impressionist way of writing - jumping around on the (AU) HP timeline is a stroke of brilliance! In particular, I wanted to comment on the fact that you do not put all your cards out on the table, which is a really wonderful quality because it allows the reader to feel something more than what the words are saying. You have a wonderful talent :)
Author's Response: Thank you for stoping by and for your comments. They are much appreciated and help when I'm sitting at the keyboard trying to figure out what to write. I hope you continue to enjoy the rest of this story. Of my HP fan fics, it is my favorite.
Date: 10/24/05 Title: Chapter 9: September 2018
I really love where this is going. The emotions are beautifully concealed in gestures and perfectly constructed "moments". I can't wait to see what's up ahead.
Author's Response: Thanks, glad I'm showing things in a manner that makes them work for the story.
Date: 11/17/05 Title: Chapter 13: March 2021
It's been such a pleasure witnessing your story unfold - and to see your talent progress as well. This has been a wonderful romance to read (and I mean that in the literary sense, not the cheap $4 sense) and I hope you'll let us know when your first original novel is published ;).
Author's Response: Thank you. I'm glad you liked it and I'll try to let people know about my first real novel.
The Start of an Endless Journey by muggledude
Rated: 1st-2nd Years •Summary: Based on the poem, “The Fly Is In” by Shel Silverstein. A short, but lovely poem starting from Harry’s first year to his 6th year. Warning: MAJOR spoilers!!!
Date: 10/22/05 Title: Chapter 1: One-shot
You're right - that was lovely :). I'm a huge Shel Silverstein fan, and you capture the simple truth of Harry's journey. It made me smile - I'm sure the friend you wrote it for loved it too.
Author's Response: Thank-you, Mudblood428! I'm sure that Quintin read it the the heavens above and loved the poem.
I do hope.
Date: 09/19/05 Title: None
Awesome. :) It's the perfectly appropriate Pure-blood practice, isn't it - an arranged marriage! What a novel idea. (I also love the name Lorelei because it reminds me of my favorite show on the WB...) Two thumbs up! Update soon :)
Author's Response: Thanks for the two thumbs up! Chapter one is coming, check back soon!
In Nomine Amoris by suckr4romance
Rated: 6th-7th Years •Summary: A Book Seven fan fiction. Harry Potter embarks on his journey after completing some unfinished business, and receives some unexpected help from an old mentor. Disembodied Voices, Unrequited Love, a Missing Person, a Lovely Wedding, and a Secret Room. Many surprises and unexpected twists lie ahead... Debts are repaid. Revenge transpires. Emotions run high. The hunt is on.
'In Nomine Amoris' is Latin for 'In the Name of Love.'
Follows Post-HBP canon.
Nominated for the Quick Silver Quills: Best General Fiction
Discontinued.
Date: 09/21/05 Title: Chapter 1: Unforgotten
I just have to say, when Luna says to Harry, "Remember to watch out for heliopaths; they’re out there..." I just about died laughing! Your dialogue is your greatest strength here, the characterizations are true to canon, and the bit between Harry and Dumbledore is quite touching. Bravo :)
Author's Response: Oh, how I do love writing Luna! Thanks, I've found dialogue is pretty much my strength as a writer, but as for story parts...well, I'm all right with those.
Moment of Clarity by Melindaleo
Rated: 1st-2nd Years •Summary: A HBP Missing Moment (so beware, spoilers ahead). Ron told Harry that Ginny had visited the hospital wing while he'd been unconscious. We know what Harry's overactive subconscious imagined happened during that visit...but what was Ginny thinking?
Date: 09/21/05 Title: Chapter 1: Moment of Clarity
*sniff* How incredibly sweet. I love Angry!Ginny almost as much as I love Ginny in Love. Wonderful characterization. What do your kids think of your writing? Do they ever get to read it?
Where Do We Go From Here? by ColorOfAngels
Rated: 1st-2nd Years •Summary: This is a one shot that has been floating around my mind since before the release of HBP so it is slightly AU but that doesnt affect anything......... Hermione is having a bad day...when Ron takes notice can he do anything to help?
Date: 10/12/05 Title: Chapter 1: Where Do We Go From Here?
Very, very nice. I love the angst :). My favorite line has got to be when Ron says, "I don't even know what a hammock is..." Awesome! Two thumbs up :)
Author's Response: Thanks!!!! Yeah I really liked that line too.....
Date: 10/30/05 Title: None
It is a travesty that this fic doesn't have more reviews. I really enjoyed this first chapter (I plan on hitting the rest a day at a time), especially the dialogue, and what an original idea making Nagini both snake and human! Lol... it's about time Snape found himself a nice girl ;). Wonderful so far... 10/10
Author's Response: hee hee, well Nagini really isn't a very nice girl.....but the two do make a fitting pair.
Date: 10/26/05 Title: None
Holy mackeral... WHY aren't there more reviews up here? This story's so exciting and it's so interesting to see the action starting in the Dursley's own house. I also love Bad@$$ Harry ;).
Date: 10/17/05 Title: None
I totally dig this opening. How apocalyptic... It's exactly how I imagine the beginning of the end. Bravo!
Author's Response: Thanks, you're my first review! If you like the idea of apocalyptic, then stick around cause this story goes about as far down that road as it can get.
Author's Response: Thanks, you're my first review! If you like the idea of apocalyptic, then stick around cause this story goes about as far down that road as it can get.
Date: 10/27/05 Title: None
This chapter reminded me a lot of 9/11. (I'm originally from NY and now live in DC, so I've heard a lot of survival stories.) Nice touch including the Daily Prophet article, as I think JKR would have done the same. As for the ending... very, very chilling. Although I wonder if Voldemort would pull a "by the way" before torturing someone... Either way, fantastic chapter! Two thumbs up!
The Final Chapter: Happiness Remembered by jezzleffezzle
Rated: 1st-2nd Years •Summary: My version of the last chapter of Book 7. It's a bit sad. Hope you like it. Read and Review, please. (as you might notice, the last word is "scar") OVER 2000 READS (i know thats not a lot compared to some of the other stories here). GET IT UP EVEN HIGHER. THANKS.
Date: 11/02/05 Title: Chapter 2: Epilogue: The Boy Who Lived
That was one heck of an epilogue. I really enjoyed the entire fic... How utterly tragic and sad. Definitely fodder for prequels *hint-hint*. I also loved the quote at the beginning - was that an original? Anyhoo, I just wanted to thank you for dropping by my story and to tell you that you have a fine talent for writing! I look forward to seeing more of your work on MNFF!
Date: 01/09/06 Title: Chapter 1: Happiness Remembered
Popped on to reread your story, saw that someone gave you a 1/10 and was utterly appalled that someone could do that. I just hope you don't take it to heart. I've always found that it's those who've never lifted a pen to write that are the worst critics. I, for one, love your story. 10/10. (So THERE.)
Author's Response: oh...wow. thanks a lot. thanks so much for finding my story re-readable material. (yours definetely is). dont worry i didnt take that review seriously. yay! your review just made my day.
A Flash of Scarlet by Vindictus Viridian
Rated: 1st-2nd Years •Summary: This is a retelling of Harry's second Quidditch game from a very different point of view.
The manoeuvre that had sent this broom a few feet to the left would have put his old one into a wild loop -- in gaining manageability, Cleansweep had lost all the pepper. That loop would have made him hard to hit and given him a good view of the whole field. Knowing he couldn't do it now made him feel horribly vulnerable out here, and he doubted again whether he shouldn't have stayed in the stands -- or, better yet, indoors.
Date: 10/20/05 Title: Chapter 1: -----
Whoa! I totally did not see that coming!!! Absolutely love this one-shot - 10/10!
Author's Response: Thanks! I'm glad to hear it was surprising. Somehow it seems to have passed into Fanon that Snape doesn't fly well, and it seemed to me that this SS/PS scene alone suggested that he, at least, thought he did. And we never do spot him at another Quidditch game in the books.
The Dark Side by lmageous
Rated: 3rd-5th Years •Summary: When you read a story, you always read it from the hero's point of view. You read how much pain they're in as they try to stop their enemy. But what did the bad guy think? What was in Lord Voldemort's head from the time he first made a Horcrux to the time he met his final match? Well, finally we know. We know what the Lord Voldemort thinks, and we can read the stories from his point of view. Chapter 9, "Battle on the Rock," is up, please review. Chapter 10, "Armageddon," the final chapter in this story, is ready and finally in the queue. Unfortunately my computer is broken again, and I may not be able to write another story in a while, but I'm thinking about doing one like this from Dumbledore's POV. Anyway, please, tell me what you think of this, and thank you for reading.
Date: 11/13/05 Title: Chapter 2: The Dark Lord's Request
Just received your review and thought I'd traipse over to read your story, and I love it! You have a very original idea here - Voldemort's side of the story is one I wish more people had the guts to explore and you address the challenge marvelously. My one critique is that, particularly in Chapter two where you are working with a lot of JKR's dialogue, it may make it more interesting to get inside Voldemort's head a bit more. We already know what's happening in this scene but Voldemort's is a criminal mind - he's got some serious evil in his blood. On the surface, we have a job interview, but if we consider what we know of Voldemort's utter contempt and abject fear of Dumbledore, you can really take this chapter places! Anyway, great job so far and I'm looking forward to chapter 3!
Author's Response: I'm glad you like it. I do use a lot of JK's dialogue, but it is necessary until we get to the chapters where I can either paraphrase or completely make it up.
Date: 08/24/06 Title: Chapter 9: Battle on the Rock
Boy, did I ever have catching up to do! You've done marvelously well here - action is one of the hardest things to write, but you faced up to the challenge brilliantly! I love the dynamic you set up between Voldemort and Draco. Well done! :D
Author's Response: Coming from a master like you, that\'s one of the best praises I\'ve ever had!