Well, that snogging session was fantastic! (Your title doesn't lie! ha, ha) Ron's reaction should be quite, er, interesting........
Author's Response: Thanks, I'm quite fond of snogging sessions myself!!!LOL *blushes* Anyway, yes...interesting...that's the word!!LOL There will be more to come!!!
Cody is sure a "fawn in the woods"! You've created an interesting and unique character that you can't help but like! Dumbledore's protection of him during the 'meeting' was well written. Nicely done!
So glad you responded and didn't take offense! I meant to post the review in your last chapter, I don't know why it posted in chapter one. I'll look out for the update!
Your story is well written and quite original. Normally, I don't read "dark/weird" fics, but this one is interesting. I had to laugh when Hermione gave Cody such concise information! I'm a little fearful that this story might go into a death/rape scene which I don't care for. If you are going in that direction, would you please give us adequate warning? The story so far is original and ties well to the Chamber of Secrets storyline.
Author's Response: Have no fear of anything really twisted like gross-out voilence, rape, mutilation, etc. I'm not into writing anything like that at all. The story is dark as it is centers around death-related magic, with some sexual awakening/humor in it. Thanks for reading!
LariLee, I like the way you propelled this story forward with your vignettes. I'm not a huge Snape/Hermione fan, but you convinced me that the relationship was plausible. She was old enough, he respected her, they took their time, and Snape was, well, Snape--scheming and (dare I say) snarky. It was beautifully written! This story merits my highest approval!
Author's Response: Thank you, SeaIsleWitch! I have to admit, this is not my favorite ship. But maybe I can talk you into reading my Snape-is-a-gigolo story on Ashwinder. :-) I am so happy you enjoyed this!
~Lisa
LariLee, congrats on the featured story! I read the first two chapters last night, but was unable to review. Great beginning for Great Plans! You've peaked my interest!
Author's Response: Thank you so much, SeaIsleWitch! I hope you enjoy this!
~Lisa
Ah, Snape the way I like him...plotting and scheming! (evil grin)
Author's Response: Thank you so much, SeaIsleWitch! You know, that's just the way I like him too
~Lisa
So funny! I liked the Rita Skeeter and Witch Weekly ones the best! :)
Orlaith, you amaze me! You have three interesting stories going! .....If my man suddenly told me he was a wizard and the reason he's out all hours of the night is because he's fighting the dark side.....I'd laugh and say "good one, you jerk"! ...... Kay is so much more trusting than I would ever be! She obviously loves Sirius very much and has a special connection with him that makes her believe him. Liaden is wickedly fab and I want to learn more about her! I wish the DRAGON would make Peter go away for good! Keep writing, but don't forget about your other stories!
Author's Response: Hehe! Bless you! Kay does love Sirius, Liadan seems to have taken over this story, and you wont see her again untill full moon. She is always most prompt! Kay is the main character and you'll see how well her and Lia get on... This is only a short story so don't expect too many more. And as for forgetting the others, I'm about to submit new chapters for them both, I haven't written the 2nd one for this, but I will! Cheers!
Don't give up - its a great start. I think the hardest thing to do is to write that first chapter--it sets the tone for what's to come...So get writing!
love being the first to review your story! I was immediately drawn into the story in the first paragraph. Good choice of using Dumbledore as our eyes in the Great Hall. You established the fact that Harry had defeated Voldemort and you gave us just enough information to understand that even the Slytherins could be noble. I like the idea of a traveling Quidditch team, which could lead to many possibilities. Hmm... This is a wonderful start and I look forward to reading the next installment! Well done!
Author's Response: You are fantastic, you know that? Always leaving long and meaningful reviews on everyone's fics. Your words made my day. For some reason, it didn't show up on the recently added list when I first put it up... so it really hasn't gotten any reads. At first I was thinking everyone hated it and I had no desire to continue. But thanks to you, I think I just may :) I have many ideas swirling around in my brain...
Terri, I was thrilled to see you've posted a new story! It is extremely well-written, as usual, and quite thought provoking. I don't know of the challenge you wrote this for, but the concept of Snape being 'partly' Harry's father is very original! I probably wouldn't buy it if it weren't so well written; but yours is and I do. I will read the next installment to see how some of these ideas shake out. I'm sure you will get many reviews on this one -- it's quite controversial! (But in a good way, in my opinion!)
It's always interesting to see how people interpret challenges. I liked how you took this one and ran with it. The very first sentence set the pace for the story, it moves along quickly and before you know it you've read the entire thing. Rufus recognizes that Ron is brave and knowing he is not. I couldn't help feel a little annoyed at Rufus as Ron was writhing on the floor and he did nothing to save him. And then "If you carry on like that you'll kill him." That's almost humourous! Then a little more than we expected from Rufus...he tries to deceive the Death Eaters knowing if he faces them again, he's a goner. So he is a little brave and compassionate after all. Quite surprised his Slytherin self. Poor Snape! Quite dramatic!
Very nicely done! I love one-shots and this was a particularly good one. I've been wondering what Draco's initiation would have consisted of. Your version is very dark and creepy. So good! Congrats on the "Featured Story" status! :)
Author's Response: Thanks! Wow, I didn't realize that my story was featured here until I saw your review. I was wondering why I kept getting new reviews for it, seeing as it was posted around July. Thanks again!
Orlaith! A new story...featuring a Slytherin no less! Ah, forbidden love, it makes for all kinds of angsty, passionate situations. Nicely done ! Let me know when there's more. -SIW
Author's Response: I'm a bit of a Slytherin addict if I may so so. And Regulus has always been an attractive character for me to write, I'm a bit stuck for time, (but next week is hal term, so perhaps then) Ill try and get some more written. Glad you liked it! Thanks!
Hello, Readers!
I will be finishing Part II - However Far Away first (3 chapters left), then Pure & Proud, (about 10 short chapers), and then I will write Part III of the Trilogy (about 5 - 10 chapters)-- long before book seven comes out.
Please keep with me. - Susan aka Sea Isle Witch
Author's Response: Urgh! That\'s supposed to be \'about 10 short chapters\'. - SIW
Hello, readers. As you know, there are only three chapters left to this story. There's a lot happening in each, and I want to make sure I get it right. So, please bear with me as I obsessively edit Chapter 18. Maybe I'll be able to post it over the coming weekend. Thanks for your patience. - Sea Isle Witch
Author's Response: ETA: Chapter 18 is posted.
Hello, readers! I am working on Chapter 19.
I also wanted to make sure everyone knows that Chapter 19 and 20 will be the last chapters in However Far Away (Part II of Romance, Slytherin Style - a trilogy). There will be two more works of art posted as well - one for each of the remaiing chapters.
After that, I will begin to post Part III. I already have some lovely art for it, which I will post with the first chapter.Thanks for reading, and please keep with me. - SIW
Author's Response: Well, it looks like there is going to be a Chapter 21 after all. So, there are two more upcoming chapters 20 & 21 and two new works of art to see. - Sea Isle Witch 1/3/07
Welcome to MuggleNet, Dua! I read your wand story at SH a while back, and I reread it today. It's a beautifully told story! Luna is an interesting character and I liked reading Mr. Ollivander's comments about her. And the eyes...how sweet. Nicely done!
Author's Response: I only just noticed the 'Respond' button. Stupid or what? As I said ages ago on LJ, thanks for reviewing (again).
I feel that this story started a friendship.
So wonderful, Lunafish! Perfectly 'executed'. Snape was very much in character--grudingly giving in to himself to actually write the letter. I love what you reveal about what happened between Snape and Dumbledore. Such insight! Absolutely wonderul! Congrats of the 'Featured Story" status! - SIW
Author's Response: Thank you! "Perfectly 'executed'" indeed--lol! Seriously, though, it means a lot to me that you've reviewed my story and like my characterization of Snape. He's such an intimidating figure, and I wanted to make him as true to form as possible. So, again, thanks for the vote of confidence!