I got it, I get it. You've did a great job of explaining your alternate reality in the first chapter, now again in a conversation between Rick and Hermione. But aren't we all just Reality Travelers? Outstanding!!!!
Your attention to detail and your diaglog are again outstanding. I enjoyed this chapter very much!
Like your description of wandless magic - it makes sense. Can't wait to see what happens to Hermione!
Again, your attention to detail is outstanding. The sequence of events, limits on magical use during animagus transformation, and the effects of the dementors are entirely plausible in my book. I am enjoying Rick's character - he's here on a mission which has been throughly explained more than once. In some instances he seems wise beyond his 16 years, but he has the benefit of the experiences of all those witches and wizards to draw upon. The fact that he was some limitations makes him more likeable. He had to make a tough choice between Hermione and the possibility of the failure of his mission. I think he chose wisely. Hermoine has captured his heart, but she is one the Light's greatest allies so it also made sense to save her. Oh, and did I mention the dragon? Who wouldn't want to be saved by a handsome hero, even if his shining armor is more like spikey armor!
It's not like Hermione to not "have her head about her", but in Rick's case I can see how she would get absorbed. She's never been in love before and she's in love with someone who she have a "spiritual and magical" connection. It's Rick's mission that is suffering from his laspe of "constant vigilance". But again, he's in love too. Well done!
Your treatment of Harry at Privet Drive is spot-on! He's angry, depressed, guilty.... all the emotions he would be cycling through after such a horrendous ordeal. Well done!
Beautifully written! The Harry and Dumbledore converstation was perfect. I loved the fact that Harry thought to himself - "Now I'm doing something!" Rescuing Buckbeak again and will hopefully make him feel useful and a little better.
You've added an interesting touch - having Grimmauld Place seal itself except for it's new owner. Poor buckbeak. The dialog between Lupin and Harry was believable. Well done.
*I'm finallly able to review!* This was a wonderful chapter! Firstly, I loved your imaginative dreams....I'm still thinking about the snake one and I hate snakes! Harry's dream about the snitch was transparant to me: the snitch represented his heart's desire -Hermione - and Harry understood that the snitch "caught" him. Dobby is one of my favorite characters, so I enjoy any bit of him you include. It was quite decent of Dudley to alert Harry of his telephone call. I've enjoying your story, keep writing and I'll keep reading!
You've done a wonderful job setting up your tale - the puberty comment - then Hermione's arrival, Lupin and Dobby as Harry's "family" at HQ, and Harry's upcoming training with Dumbledore's contribution unknown. I liked that Harry slept on/with Hermione's wonderfully scented coat, I could see where that could be comforting to him. I'll be interested to see how it all comes about. Again, well done!
Author's Response: Thank you so much for taking the time to review each chapter! That was wonderfull of you to do so! ;-)
I really enjoyed writing this chapter and I'm simply thrilled that you enjoyed reading it!!
Ok, the cloaked figure isn't Snape (as I originally thought) because Snape is the Potions Master....hmmm Who could it be? And why/who will it be difficult to hide his injuries? I will think on this! (I saw your comments below also.) Very interesting....A great job describing Voldemort, his surroundings, and his evil ways. (BTW - I've added your story to "My Favorites". :)
Author's Response: Thank you so much for adding the story to your favorites! I've read your bio and I can honestly say that I'm honored!
Oh, my favorite chapter so far! Hermione and Harry had to clear the air and get to the point where they recognized themselves as a couple - even if they think they're only a couple of teenagers against Volde at this time. I bet Harry will look forward to seeing Hermione at Grimmauld Place. So well written, sweet and funny too!
Loved it! I wonder if Hermione knew that Crookshanks would have such a calming effect (along with the coat) on Harry? Loved the Constant Vigilance sequences with Moody. The training sessions with Flitwick and McGonagall were well written and plausible. Nicely done!
Author's Response: I wonder if Hedwig makes her feel the same? *wink, wink*
Moody's great, I love him too...
Thank you for this!! Hope to hear what you think of the next!
I really like this story and this chapter was fun! I hope someone straightens out Ron....it's refreshing to see a fic with Luna showing an interest in Ron. (I think that she does like Ron in the books, but so does Hermione.) Nicely written, just watch your spelling. I'll check back to see what happens next!
Author's Response: Thanks again! I always appreciate your thoughts! :-)
I also believe Luna fancies ron, but Hermione? I may be a bit biased... Hope I'm not wrong ;-}
I ran my spell checker again, it's set for UK english, couldn't find anything wrong... Then again, I do get words jumbled up sometimes!
Hope you like the next!
Sorcha feeds Dag sauted asparagus! Ha! She is powerful and Severus knows it! Can't wait to see what she has in store for him! Great fun! (Sirius - ALIVE?!?)
Author's Response: Yeah -- asparagus! I liked that detail too! Sirius is generally always alive in my fic...I don't really think he's dead.... Severus is shaking in his boots! Cheers!
I found it rather amusing! I had to read through Snape's comment several times, but when I read Socha's response I laughed out loud! (I got it!) Let's see where you take us......
Author's Response: Ah, again I find myself thanking you very much for such kind words! The next chapter is my favourite yet..I hope it gets put on soon! Cheers!
Outrageous! What fun! I'm still lauging! Can't wait to see his reaction when he finds out! Thank you for making my night!
Author's Response: Yes, quite when Snape finds out I'm not too sure I want to be there! You have Made MY night too... you are a most wonderful reader -- Thank you!
Volcano! That Snape really knows where to hit a gal where it hurts the most! Clever and interesting. I love magical creatures, so your winged snake is great.
Author's Response: It's real too! well I mean it's a real myth. Snape is mighty vicious isn't he? Thank you! I'm most appreciative of your lovely review!
Orlaith, please don't forget about THIS story......
Author's Response: I haven't forgotten (Infact I had a dream about Sorcha not to long ago) I'm just having difficulty with it -- see I'm not really a very funny person. I will howevere try my best to have something up soon! Sorry!
Oh, I don't know about that.....I think this story is funny....Why just the name cracks ME up! (Just imagine a minature, sneering Snape jumping out of my cereal bowl....)
Author's Response: I've started the next chapter just because of this, I nealy choked on my tea... lost a perfectly good cuppa to this comment, but yeah... the ball is now rolling, expect it soon.