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Die, with a "T" by gidge_8    (Reviews - 149)

A chubby Draco and the physical trainer from hell. What more can I say? A D/G twist on dieting and an ending sweeter than candy floss. Enjoy. :)
Category: Long and Completed
Rating: Sorta Naughty
Characters: Draco Malfoy, Ginny Weasley, Other Characters
Compliant with: OotP and below
Era: Post-Hogwarts
Genres: Humor, Romance
Warnings: None
Completed: Yes
Series: None
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Chapters: 10 | Word count: 34144 | Read count: 52634 | Published: Mar 30, 2009 | Updated: May 01, 2011
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Reviewer: shelly_lou Signed
Date: May 01, 2011 Title: Chapter 10: Chapter 10 - Epilogue

I'm usually bad at reviewing, and therefore don't review much, but I have to say I adored this story. I really liked how Draco sub combed to overeating and had gotten fat. It made him much more realistic. I also liked the struggle of his dieting, as many of us have been there and know how difficult that task can be. I can't find much fault in this story, as you really gave the characters depth. This story was funny and fresh, something I'm always on the lookout for. Great job, overall.

Author's Response: :) Your review is awesome, and I'm honored that I'm one of the few to earn one. I am amazed at how many people mention having a connection with Draco's struggle. Thank you so much for letting me know you enjoyed my work!
Best wishes!
-G

Color Commentary by KateinVA    (Reviews - 28)

Draco can’t stand the reporter for Quidditch World Weekly. She grates on his every nerve, until she’s gone.
Category: Completed Short Stories
Rating: Not Naughty
Characters: Draco Malfoy, Ginny Weasley
Compliant with: All but epilogue
Era: Future AU
Genres: Humor
Warnings: None
Completed: Yes
Series: None
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Chapters: 1 | Word count: 1703 | Read count: 4122 | Published: Apr 25, 2009 | Updated: Apr 25, 2009
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Reviewer: shelly_lou Signed
Date: Jan 08, 2010 Title: Chapter 1: Chapter 1

I rarely review, but I highly enjoyed this little story. It was fresh, new, and well written. I fully believe Draco/Ginny works the best when there's a bit of humor and you added it. Even the addition of Starbucks was enjoyable. Nice job, all around!

Sentenced To Sanctuary by Persephone33, Mynuet    (Reviews - 23)

When Draco is sentenced to community service for his crimes in the war, he finds himself on the doorstep of Ginny Weasley's animal sanctuary. Stuck with each other and surrounded by beasts, Draco reluctantly does good while Ginny finds the company of Death Eaters surprisingly useful.
Category: Long and Completed
Rating: Definitely Naughty
Characters: Draco Malfoy, Ginny Weasley, Narcissa Malfoy
Compliant with: All but epilogue
Era: Post-Hogwarts
Genres: Humor, Romance, Smut
Warnings: None
Completed: Yes
Series: None
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Chapters: 2 | Word count: 17114 | Read count: 6617 | Published: Sep 06, 2009 | Updated: Sep 06, 2009
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Reviewer: shelly_lou Signed
Date: Oct 08, 2012 Title: Chapter 2: Chapter 2

I'm sure I've reviewed this one before (and if I haven't, shame on me) but it is one of my absolute favorite D/G fics out there. Characterizations were perfect and as someone who works for an animal shelter, this plot is a special one to me. I've read it 6 times and it has yet to get old.

A Suitable Young Man by Blue Phoenix    (Reviews - 78)

After a year playing Quidditch for the Harpies, Ginny finds herself whisked off to Italy for a summer holiday by none other than dear Aunt Muriel. Although Ginny might welcome a holiday, Muriel is not the best of traveling companions. And when one Draco Malfoy comes rather literally tumbling into the scene, will this prove to be the nightmare holiday Ginny envisions, or something else entirely?
Category: Works in Progress
Rating: Sorta Naughty
Characters: Draco Malfoy, Ginny Weasley, Molly Weasley, Other Characters, Ron Weasley
Compliant with: All but epilogue
Era: Post-Hogwarts
Genres: Humor, Romance
Warnings: None
Completed: No
Series: None
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Chapters: 9 | Word count: 21150 | Read count: 28789 | Published: Aug 14, 2010 | Updated: Sep 12, 2010
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Reviewer: shelly_lou Signed
Date: Aug 16, 2010 Title: Chapter 1: Chapter 1

This was delightful! I love when Auntie Muriel gets involved in a story. I can easily see how quickly she would get on Ginny's last nerve, which is always funny. I look forward to reading more of this!

Author's Response: I couldn't resist her - mean old lady! - it's a blast to write someone like her. Thank you!

To Inspire a Malfoy by girlMalfoy    (Reviews - 32)

What do an arrogant writer lacking inspiration and a rebellious redhead have in common? Nothing much. But when an accident of magic throws them together, Ginny learns what it takes to inspire a Malfoy.



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Category: Long and Completed
Rating: Not Naughty
Characters: Draco Malfoy, Ginny Weasley, Hermione Granger, Luna Lovegood, Narcissa Malfoy, Pansy Parkinson
Compliant with: HBP and below
Era: Future AU, Post-Hogwarts
Genres: Humor, Romance
Warnings: None
Completed: Yes
Series: None
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Chapters: 3 | Word count: 10172 | Read count: 9247 | Published: Sep 02, 2010 | Updated: Sep 09, 2010
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Reviewer: shelly_lou Signed
Date: Sep 08, 2010 Title: Chapter 2: Chapter 2

I really like it so far, but I have one little note: AT one point you mention that Ginny had been at the Malfoy's for a week or so and later you mention she had been there for two weeks. It rather threw me off. But I am excited for the next chapter!

Author's Response: Thank you for liking it! Well, I was trying to have the temporal flow be consistent in a chronological order - hence the one then two weeks.

OCD (Obsessive Compulsive Draco) by Januarybaby    (Reviews - 77)

Have you ever wondered why Draco slicks back his hair or why he always looks so perfectly presented? Well, this is the answer.
Category: Completed Short Stories
Rating: Not Naughty
Characters: Draco Malfoy, Ginny Weasley
Compliant with: None
Era: Hogwarts-era
Genres: Humor, Romance
Warnings: None
Completed: Yes
Series: None
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Chapters: 3 | Word count: 7450 | Read count: 12591 | Published: Oct 08, 2010 | Updated: Oct 22, 2010
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Reviewer: shelly_lou Signed
Date: Oct 10, 2010 Title: Chapter 1: Numbers, Schedules and a Curious Little Witch

I do rather like this story. As someone who actually has OCD (but not typical OCD in that instead of washing my hands all the time, I need to put my right shoe on first. There's a reason why the right side of your body is called "right" :p) I find it very amusing. Personally, the best way for me to cope with my disorder is with a healthy dose of humor. I like how Draco isn't the typical person with OCD. You have done your research, and I like that. I also like how you mentioned the anxiety Draco felt when he was running late, since anxiety is a huge part of OCD. Finally, I love the little side mentions of length (and bonus points for metric system!) as they were funny little tidbits, as well as illustrating his obsession with numbers.

In all, I'm loving this story. I can't wait to read more! Great job!

Author's Response: High-five. I'm mildly OCD myself, which is why I wrote this story. Amongst other smaller things, I can't leave my bedroom until I've tied up my curtains and measured them to make sure the ties are the same length from the bottom. :)I'm really glad you liked it, as I was scared that people might think I was trying to make light of the disease. Thanks for reviewing.

How We Pretend To Feel by cherryredxx    (Reviews - 77)

Nine years after being hurt by Draco, Ginny finally gets her chance for revenge.

CHAPTER SIXTEEN QUOTE:

I sighed and went to the door, removing the deadbolt that I had put in, and opened it without even looking.

I gasped when I saw who it was.
Category: Long and Completed
Rating: Extremely Naughty
Characters: Blaise Zabini (boy), Draco Malfoy, Ginny Weasley, Harry Potter, Hermione Granger, Lucius Malfoy, Narcissa Malfoy, Other Characters, Pansy Parkinson, Ron Weasley
Compliant with: All but epilogue
Era: Post-Hogwarts
Genres: Action, Angst, Drama, Humor, Mystery, Romance
Warnings: Character Death, Sexual Violence
Completed: Yes
Series: None
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Chapters: 16 | Word count: 70082 | Read count: 14796 | Published: Jul 08, 2012 | Updated: Aug 03, 2013
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Reviewer: shelly_lou Signed
Date: Jul 28, 2013 Title: Chapter 2: Chapter 2

Pansy as Connie, Ron as Vinnie, Zabini as Ranger...you're effectively writing my favorite fanfiction right here.

Author's Response: Thanks, love! :P

Reviewer: shelly_lou Signed
Date: Jul 28, 2013 Title: Chapter 1: Chapter 1

I love the Stephanie Plum novels as much as I love Harry Potter. I can't wait to read more of this fic! Ginny and Stephanie do have quite a bit in common. I'm excited to see where this goes!

Author's Response: I love the Stephanie Plum novels, also! I couldn't help but see Ginny in her :P. I hope you enjoy the rest!

Political Animals by Aquinnah    (Reviews - 62)

Working for the Department of Mysteries teaches Draco Malfoy many things: Play the man. Everyone lies. Collateral damage is inevitable. But when he's the man being played and Ginny Weasley becomes collateral damage - well, you know what they say. All's fair in love, war, and hard and dirty politics.
Category: Works in Progress
Rating: Extremely Naughty
Characters: None
Compliant with: HBP and below
Era: Future AU
Genres: Drama, Mystery, Romance
Warnings: Blood, Graphic Violence, Sexual Violence
Completed: No
Series: None
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Chapters: 6 | Word count: 58594 | Read count: 4062 | Published: Nov 04, 2012 | Updated: Apr 28, 2013
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Reviewer: shelly_lou Signed
Date: Nov 11, 2012 Title: Chapter 1: Microcosmopolis

I absolutely loved this story. Just...Bravo. Brav-o. You managed to get me intrigued from the start. And I loved the keyhub idea. You explained changes in the world succinctly which is something I struggle to do. I look forward to seeing where you go with this.

Author's Response: Showing - instead of telling - dystopian disillusionment, changes within a context, are always a huge challenge, one that I certainly contend with. So you finding it effective/succinct is a huge compliment, thank you very much.

The Anatomy of a Suffragette by haniqua    (Reviews - 100)

Ginny Weasley wants nothing more than to focus on her Quidditch career and have a fun time doing it - but between the Ministry of Magic's plans to implement new marriage regulations, slanderous news articles by Rita Skeeter and a pair of irritating Slytherins, she just can't catch a break.
A feminist take on the Marriage Law trope, with DG for good measure.


**Previously titled Of Marriage Laws and Liberal Feminism**



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Category: Works in Progress
Rating: Extremely Naughty
Characters: Arthur Weasley, Blaise Zabini (boy), Draco Malfoy, Ginny Weasley, Hermione Granger, Luna Lovegood, Narcissa Malfoy, Other Characters, Ron Weasley
Compliant with: All but epilogue
Era: Future AU, Post-Hogwarts
Genres: Drama, Humor, Romance, Smut
Warnings: None
Completed: No
Series: None
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Chapters: 9 | Word count: 45866 | Read count: 11602 | Published: Aug 22, 2013 | Updated: Mar 01, 2017
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Reviewer: shelly_lou Signed
Date: Dec 16, 2013 Title: Chapter 1: Resolute

Haz- I absolutely loved this! I would love to see more of this fic in the future. I would love to see Ginny's character change from extreme feminist to moderate feminist. I hope you continue this project!

Author's Response: Thank you so much - chapter two is up, and I'm working on the third. :)