Well, I just spend a good twenty minutes revamping my profile for this, and as soon as I submit it, I am informed to log back in! So I lost everything! I am nearly distraught. But I'll try to recreate this as best I can.
Hello, Potter fans! Or, as the case may be, non-Potter fans. But I don't know what you're doing here if you're a non-Potter fan. Very strange. I got the urge to revamp my profile after noticing how terse and emo and blah it was. Here goes.
I am sixteen years old. Yes, that's a start. And I'm a girl. I look remarkably like Hermione, only without the buck teeth. And my guy friends (however loose the term "friends" is) have yet to realize that yes, I am a girl.
Anyway, general interests and info. I ADORE musicals, Rent being my all-time favorite, with Wicked, Les Mis, Spamalot, and Phantom of the Opera being right up there too. I am a big fan of emo music, particularly Taking Back Sunday, The Academy Is..., the Rocket Summer, and Panic! At the Disco. I listen to some pop and Celtic stuff as well. Favorite movies include Lord of the Rings, Pirates of the Caribbean, Corpse Bride, and Pride & Prejudice. I have three adorable kitties and I love them. I also have awesome friends, including MNFF's very own SiriuslyPadfoot12. Check out her stuff! Um, my other hobbies tend to include being a mall rat and playing pool and reading. And not much else, ha.
What else should I say? Hmm, well, my favorite character in the Potterverse and possibly any other 'verse is Remus Lupin, because he is such a beautiful, sad man and nearly breaks my heart with every sweet, sensitive thing he says or does. My least favorite in the Potterverse is probably Fenrir Greyback, because he was one creepy man. Favorite ship? Not Remus/Tonks…Remus/Me! Bahaha, I jest. Remus + Tonks = OTP, my friends.
Coming soon!An "Other Pairing" story starring a very average Muggle woman and a lad who is, if not a family favorite, at least a female favorite.
In Progress...well, I started them, anyway...A story written in the forms of two diaries by two sisters, Aine and Kate, as they embark on their delayed sixth and seventh years at Hogwarts. Set in the Marauder Era and may include a little Marauder romance, too!
Also, another Marauder story, set in their seventh year, from the POV of one Delilah "Lucky" Dinsmore, a 17-year-old petty thief and amateur witch who's saved from the law's wrath by Dumbledore...only to meet a different sort of wrath in the halls of Hogwarts.
I echo. Dude. Hot French guys. I was bit confused at first, but now I get it. And I love the twins! I'm about to read the second chapter but...write more! w00t!
Pfft! *shoos Lindsey away* Party pooper. How embarrassing. But...I'm liking the suspense...because now I want to know whether it will be Fred or Matt. *shifty eyes* Keep writing!
Author's Response: Thanks for your reviews! I'm lovin it. Becuase you have reviewed and told me to keep writing...I will! Thank you, it means a lot!
Darling...I love you. I am SO reminded of PoA in 15 mins right now. Cheers!
AHH YOU'RE MY HERO FOR THIS STORY. Teh Perfect Ten is awarded to you. Bask in the knowledge of making my cry. Love all the ships in there, couldn't approve more. Ginny was wonderful, poor Harry, poor Remus, yay!Tonks...ahh it was so good! I know many authors would rather have constructive criticism than praise, but...I don't have anything to criticize...:-D
Ooh, now it's getting all intense and steamy. Like the tension between them. DON'T LIKE what you did to my poor Remus. :-p Kidding. Er...I'm trying to think of some constructive criticism, because that always helps...but...there's nothing wrong. *is stumped* Dangit, you write too well!
Well, you deserve a great review for that...other one you got. I myself happen to be quite impressed with the story. Ok...one point off for creepy pairings :p. Sorry. D/H kind of scares me. But can't complain with a 9 and a spot on my favorites list, eh? It was very well-written, and hints at interesting and convoluted plot turns ahead. Can't wait to see what happens next! *Btw: might want to add a couple of warnings, like DAA and SSP (Drug-Alcohol Abuse and Same-Sex Pairing). Just to be safe. Please continue!*
You know, I rather like this. Takes a new spin on things, you know. I feel terrible for Remus though, that's absolutely depressing. Sorry. It is. Cadee is a good kid though, good kid. Nice character work. Keep it up!
Okay...I'm going to review again...I feel guilty for the 8 I just gave you, because I thought that was 4 stars, except it's only 3.5 stars. I'm weird like this, so...now you get a 10 so your rating will go up! Yay! keep writing!
This story is hot. Like, h-o-t-t...hot. *wink* I love Remus's nature in this, and how you included Tonks's clumsiness. Oh, the beauty of the masterpiece!
Author's Response: thanks!
Well, since you want a good and proper review, which I also wholeheartedly believe in...I love the way you portrayed Sirius: sweet, and a little awkward. Although that seems a little more Remus-y to me. Oh, yes, please more Remus. (Feel free to ignore that. I always want more Remus.) I just think Sirius might be a bit more egotistic, and sure of himself around girls, since he's all hot and lusted after and all. Unless he's never REALLY liked anyone until Alanna came along? Did Sirius know that James had a little sister? (Again, feel free to ignore that if I just missed something.) Alanna is also a brilliant character -- I find it easy to relate to her. I just don't understand some of James/Sirius/Lily stuff. Was Sirius going out with Lily? Or were they just friends? Or did I miss something? *betting on the last one* Anyway, excellent job, and keep up the great work!
Author's Response: Well, that was a nice and full response! Thank you for all the compliments and advice, and I sincerely love your pen name. And I'll put more Remus in for you ;) Yeah, the characters and story get a little more developed later on, and yes, I was planning on him never have experienced even a slightly mild crush on anyone before Alanna, he just goes out with them for their looks or lips or something. Yes, he knew James had a kid sister. Thank you! Yes, Sirius and James both previously went out with Lily, but I'll develop more on that later. Thank you, and happy holidays!
This story was incredible. You have no idea how moved I was by it, and how utterly impressed. This definitely deserves a perfect ten! And I liked the pairings, too, very subtle. The end was ever so enigmatic, but that only added to the charm. Props!
Ooh. Now that's hot. I'm seriously liking this one. Draco is a bit OOC, but he always is in fanfics, even mine, so it would be hypocritical of me to complain. I like him better this way anyway. And I like this take on Ginny -- not all worried over Harry and stuff, but a studious kid who's somewhat of a perfectionist. Keep up the great work!
I've always liked Dumbledore and McGonagall together, just as long as it's not too graphic. ;) This is an excellent story. You've captured McGonagalls's sternness quite well, and I can see her as being lonely. Similarly, that's exactly how I think Dumbledore would act. You're a great AD/MM writer. Keep up the good work! :-D
Author's Response: Aw, thank you! Those were wonderful compliments and I'm so glad you're enjoying the story. I do have to say, however, that there's nothing wrong with the graphic stories if they're tasteful. ;)
Ooh...I'm highly intrigued by this mysterious night. I love the sonnet, I'm so bad at writing those; I'll just stick with simple Sorting Songs. ;) (Well, in comparison...and my one lovely Sorting Song was ridiculously cheesy...anyway...) Excellent description of the sunset. It's looking pretty good so far -- is there any way you can make the paragraphs smaller, or will that be coming? Anyway, keep writing!
"He tugged the ends of his mustache in anguish..." Ooh, I loved that line! And also "angsty-filled rages". Splendiferous, as usual! But hurry, I want the next chapter. *nudge nudge wink wink* I personally adore Dumbledore in this chapter, and poor Sevvy and Athene! Aw, the star-crossed lovers. Another 10! (Btw...how do you get your chapters accepted so fast? Mine has been in queue for 8 days now. :( ) Ahh, well, the difference is, your story ROCKS and mine is...well...meh. Continue, dahling!
Author's Response: Thank you for all of your kind words! [Regarding the updates, all I can say is that I think it depends on the moderators' individual (and very busy) schedules, and I have obviously been very fortunate thus far! However, I believe 4 days is the maximum wait listed, so if you are concerned that the delay might have something to do with your story content, you should contact your moderator. Best of luck!]
Grainne, you've QUITE outdone yourself. The RoR was a stroke of genius, particularly the bed. Baha! And no, you left us with a cliffy, how could you?! Ah well. I like how you're keeping Snape distrustful and doubting, and how she's the relationship-initiator. Lovely, brilliant, keep it up! (No doubts that you will!)
Author's Response: Thank you!!! I know it is a bit evil, but Snape and Athene needed to catch their breaths and have a cuppa before their big SCENE. So glad you are still reading (and I notice your update is, well, updated, so yay! As soon as I am able I intend to catch up on reading on this site!)
I haven't reviewed in like everrrr! *cries* I've been so busy, but I'll make up for it by leaving a reasonably detailed review of the last few chapters. Okay, you made Kingsley exactly as I imagined him. I love him! He's one of the best! "Squidsomething? Ugh...definitely kinky." That part had my laughing out loud. And I have to thank you, because somehow, reading your story, I got the clearest picture of Snape. I am normally terrible at imagining characters in my mind, but now I have a very fixed image of Snape in my mind, thanks very much. *wink* I AWWed when Athene said thank you to Snape. AWW. Your way of describing Occlumency and Legilimency was stellar, I never thought of it that way before. And AHH! MY NAME IS IN YOUR AUTHOR'S NOTE! I'M SO HONORED! *dies* That being said, I adored the Remus scene! Aww, poor guy. But I thought he was greatly in character and appearance and all. Wonderful, wonderful! I wasn't bothered by their association at all, and you know me...I'm pretty hard-core Remus...I always thought of him as perpetually forgiving, though, even to Snape for losing him his job. Gah, what can I say? A ten, and I cry for more! *promises to be more faithfully reviewing in the future*
Author's Response: No worries, MoonyMistress. There are only so many hours in a day! I am just pleased you are still reading and enjoying, and glad you found the cameo that you inspired! [In my original outline Snape was going to ask McGonagall to transfigure herself into a hag for this little charade, but I like it better with Lupin!] Glad you liked Kingsley's scenes as well; he is one of my favorite minor characters. Thanks for this!
Oh my...*dies laughing* WOEFULLY SIDETRACKED BY HIS THIGH!!! Oh my Lord. You have the gift of making people laugh, no doubt about it, Grainne. Dumbledore was wonderful in this chapter, and I love the co-teaching idea, would never have thought of that. Ooh, this could get interesting. I can't wait to see how it turns out. Snape was so evil! Ahh, he's so terrific here! That was so sadistic...definitely something Snapey. Athene remains an intriguing, well-developed character. *happy Squidbait dance* Update soon!!
Author's Response: Ach, do your reviews ever put a smile on my face! I am so pleased that you are enjoying this enough to leave me such fine comments...and I would love, simply LOVE to know how the *happy Squidbait dance* goes!
Good God, this story made me laugh my arse off. No grammar etc. mistakes that I can see -- Godric, you have an excellent writing style. I am envious. I'm glad to see that Snape is wonderfully in-character: if there's someone I can't stand to see OOC, it's him. And Athene...she's a riot! Squidbait, indeed. I like how she hero-worshipped him. This is a fantabulous story that shall go onto my favorites list. The only thing that could make this story better is a cameo, even, of Lupin. *winks* I say that to everyone. Great job! A ten for you! (Oh, by the way...Apollo is awesome. Tres bien!)
Author's Response: Thank you, MoonysMistress, for such loevly comments and praise. (and for use of the word fantabulous, which I love!) As for Lupin, I can't make any promises, but we'll see... (he seems to be tied up at the moment with a certain Miss MM!) Cheers!
*sigh* My problem is that I am utterly convinced that, 'of course I reviewed the story! I just reviewed a couple days ago!' and then I go back and find that, alas, I didn't review it, now, did I? So I shall now. I thought your accord poem, and the idea of the Room of Accord itself, was absolutely stellar. (Why didn't I think of that? Ah, kidding.) The insertion of Harmonia and...er...what's-his-face was also really enjoyable. She was a riot! *goes to brush up on Greek mythology* Ahh, the truth comes out. She loves him! Aww...twoo wuv...mawwiage! Snape was a silly git, though, I have to say. Er, hello, say you love her back, you prat! Chapter 28...well, all I can say is that I love Dumbledore. The End. *wink* Christmas, eek. Always the best *and* worst time of the year. I like her gift to him, though, it was ingenious, and his to her was remarkably sensitive. Good show of restraint on his part, not to read it. Although now I REALLY want to know what the joke gift was. And I REALLY want to read about the Yule Ball! Come on, Grainne, give us another! *grin* Er, no pressure or anything...
Author's Response: Well, MM, thank you! I appreciate the "Princess Bride" reference (a classic wedding scene, even if it isn't that old :-D) Of course Snape is a silly git! I am glad you are curious about the 2nd gift... it will be revealed by end of story. (And the Yule Ball is simply primping in the powder room...it will be along shortly). Cheers for all of your lovely feedback!