I love this story. I love how it constructs a believable scenario where a Draco/Ginny romance could blossom and that it does so in a fashion that takes into account their own development. I love that the characters ring true - not just Draco and Ginny but many of the supporting players, too.

It drew me in right from the beginning with having Ginny be so affected by the diary. It's never really touched upon in the series again (I could be wrong since it's been ages since I read them) and you'd think this would be a very traumatic experience that'd have a lasting effect on her so to go that route of exploring how this changed her and how it continues to haunt her is inspired. Not just for Ginny's character but for a way for her to make a connection with Draco that's believable, genuine and sweet (after the confusion and angst of course).

And Draco. He is so in character and I love that sooo much. It definitely wouldn't be easy for him everything he's gone through throughout the story, and that it doesn't shy away from his prejudices and flaws makes the romance all the more grounded and real. That their struggles come not only from external pressures but from their own clashing personalities and very different backgrounds enriches the relationship I think, and makes it all the more satisfying when they do find their way.

This only scratches the surface of why I love this story so much. I actually stumbled across it years ago when I think it was still a WIP. Only recently decided to read D/G fic again but I couldn't remember the title or author or anything except for the basic plot but I remember I enjoyed it so much and was wondering if I'd stumble across it again on this site. Even though I had no idea this was the very same story, I was engrossed from the beginning without knowing I already read and loved it before and only realized for certain that this was the same story once the boggart came into the picture and man I was SO happy.

Awww! This was adorable and hilarious. Very silly and fun :D