Name: Anise reviewed
Chapter 7 - My Little Ruin on Jan 29, 2017 11:38 am
I think this was a very important “grounding chapter”—so don’t sell it short. The way that Molly Weasley’s acceptance of Draco seemed to mean that the whole family would cooperate… it just seemed too good to be true. The reactions of other Weasleys in this chapter really helped to ground things—it makes sense that Ginny’s father, Bill, and Ron would react the way they did here. It’s also realistic that Harry would react in this way. He doesn't seem to be an awful person, but he’s VERY possessive and intolerant, and you can just see some clues why the marriage ended… :P
But… none of them are exactly *wrong* when it comes to anything they say or think about Draco, which I think is another aspect that feels so grounded. Ron’s accusations are over the top in the way he makes them, but they’re not unreasonable either. It’s easy for us as D/G readers to expect the happy ending, but in this reality, nobody would have forgotten Draco’s Death Eaters affiliations, and everything would have been stirred up yet again by the most recent DE activities. The detail of the way that he knows exactly how the wards around the Burrow work… it says everything. He can’t forget, nobody else can forget, and unfortunately, it makes a lot of sense than they can’t. Ginny really is vulnerable because of her illness, her injuries, her inability to use her wand, and the entire situation, and she does owe a lot to Draco. Would she ever have been with him in this reality if all of these things weren’t the case? Realistically—probably not.
BUT, this doesn’t mean that what they feel for each other isn’t genuine, or that they can’t make the relationship work. It *does* mean that they have a lot to overcome, and that it’s not a foregone conclusion that they will be able to do it. And that’s what makes a good D/G fic meaningful, as well as what makes it work. It has to be just as believable that they would NOT end up together.
Anyway… yay, still two more chappies to read!
Name: hatebelow reviewed
Chapter 7 - My Little Ruin on Dec 05, 2016 10:17 pm
This is actually one of my favorite chapters even if you feel meh about it. I love domestic Draco and Ginny and just getting to know tidbits about their relationship. My favorite line is "None of them were admitted to the ER, and I got confirmation from Potter, just to be sure. They are all okay.” nothing sexier to me than a little forethought. He thought about her and made sure to check that all of her family members were safe. Awwww.
Author's Response: I think that I probably just read this chapter a few too many times while editing... ;p I'm really glad that you liked it so much. :D
Name: ElectraMackenzie reviewed
Chapter 7 - My Little Ruin on Nov 23, 2016 01:13 am
So I'm waiting for Ginny to go full I'm a grown woman mode on all of them. Also, for her reinform harry that they are no longer a they and to mind his own business....ha!
Author's Response: That may or may not be happening in the not so distant future... ;p
Name: CindyLu reviewed
Chapter 7 - My Little Ruin on Nov 18, 2016 12:03 am
I loved Glenn Hansard in "Once" and this song totally fits the emotions of how Gin must think of Draco. Loving it
Author's Response: Thanks! And I always forget that the Glenn Hansard in Once is the same as the one on the radio... I don't know why...
Name: tryntee13 reviewed
Chapter 7 - My Little Ruin on Nov 07, 2016 05:42 pm
Super interesting chapter because we had Drinny moments and that's all it takes :-) I wish people would back off Draco!! My goodnes can he catch a break. Also I bet Ginny gave Harry the cold shoulder when he dropped her off. I can't wait fo rthe date (although didn't he ask her to join him and Luna for brunch?) three's a crowd Luna!!!
Author's Response: lol! I guess three is a crowd; though with my one boyfriend my best friend always tagged along as our delightful third wheel... I suppose that's not the norm for most people. :S Oh well, guess it's the norm for these three. ;p
Name: Ophelia reviewed
Chapter 7 - My Little Ruin on Nov 07, 2016 12:31 pm
So excited for the next chapter! Interesting plot twist. Love it.
Author's Response: Thank you! :)
Name: quirky_vixen reviewed
Chapter 7 - My Little Ruin on Nov 07, 2016 10:49 am
Argh!This is such an amazing story. Your Draco has got to be the best Draco that I've come across. Keep it up and I hope to see an update soon!
Author's Response: Wow, really? Thank you! I was actually really scared that everyone was going to hate him before I started posting this story...
Name: lily_malfoy reviewed
Chapter 7 - My Little Ruin on Nov 06, 2016 01:16 am
Thanks for the next chapter! kind of confused that they are talking about a date when luna's gonna be there? but either way can't wait :)
Author's Response: Hmm, yes, apparently having a third wheel is not terribly normal... But for a couple years my best friend always tagged along on our dates sooo… Oh well. ;p
Name: fudgepop reviewed
Chapter 7 - My Little Ruin on Nov 05, 2016 11:29 pm
Definitely not a meh chapter! I love vulnerable Draco... and can't wait for their date!
Author's Response: Yay! :) Glad you didn't find it meh.
Name: sweet gurl reviewed
Chapter 7 - My Little Ruin on Nov 04, 2016 11:44 pm
Meh chapter? This was soo good!! I love how you're developing this story especially how angsty Draco is and how you balance the vulnerable and the strong in Ginny and how their relationship is slowly but surely building solid ground. I think this one was one of the best chapters! I can't wait for the next one!
Name: Desertisle reviewed
Chapter 7 - My Little Ruin on Nov 04, 2016 08:15 pm
Another great chapter! Love the interaction especially Bill & Draco and Ginny & her dad. Can't wait to read the next chapter. Thank you for continuing on this splendid, well thought out fic :).