Draco faces sixth year without his father's support, but standing alone in Slytherin is by no means easy. Can he do it alone? Or will he need help...Category: Long and Completed
Powerful portrayls of all the characters. I just love that scene with Lucius and Finch. I'm thinking right about now that I need to go and read all of your previous stories.
Doing a great job of slowly layering on the complexities of Draco's inner workings and of his changing personality. The scene where his rage finally explodes was powerful.
So that explains the veil. Just brilliant.
Ouch! Draco an outcast among the Slytherins. Great Chapter.
Bravo! Well done. The hairs on the back of my neck are still standing up from the confrontation. They didn't break him. Wonderful.
I just loved these lines in particular: She was not attracted to him, and nor did she seek to ensnare him – she had no designs upon him, his body, his skills, his position, his power, or anything else at all. He felt safe in her presence. And that, he had discovered, was a very rare and precious thing. What a wonderful way to explore the beginnings of a relationship between the two of them.
Oh no! Ginny is falling off the C- L- I- F- F with Draco. I really do need to stop reading this story and get on with my real life, but I can't stop just yet....
Oh my god! My heart is pounding. I almost don't have enough patience to write this one sentence before running off to the next chapter.
The only criticism that I have to make about this story is that it had to end. I found myself quite wrapped up in the beautiful language, the psychological character portrayals, and the world you created within the veil and the High Clan and the old powerful magic... I also thought it one of the most realistic romantic encounters between Ginny and Draco. I am slightly outraged that there aren't more reviews of this wonderful story. I hope you've posted it at other sites because it would be a shame not to share such a gem of a story with others.
While trying to compile a list of completely ridiculous couples, a giggling group of Gryffindor girls stumble upon a pair that may not exist only in their wild imagination. (one shot)Category: Completed Short Stories
What a little gem of a fic. Your use of language, especially in the last third is just beautiful. In particular the last four lines. The could not see what was right in front of their faces. They couldn't see what should be as plain as the sunburst in the sky or the crescent moon among the stars. They couldn't see it, and they wouldn't. Not in a million years. Not in a million decades. Heartbreakingly beautiful. Thanks.
Ginny is looking for summer cash. Draco is looking for summer fun. Neither realize what they will eventually find.Category: Works in Progress
A fabulous chapter, gotsnape! I was hanging onto the edge of my seat, fearful and anxious and terribly sad, rooting for Ginny the entire time. My all time favorite line is: "Since when do Malfoy and Worry get together over Weasley?" As a fellow writer, it's a masterful manipulation of words and punctuation, too brilliant not to mention here. Draco makes a magnificent comeback as the reluctant and misunderstood gentleman in this chapter. I believe the sexual tension between the two is appropriate. It is a genuine continuation of the initial relationship and sexual pull which began at the beach. Yes, Ginny has been through hell and back again, but her ability to to appreciate Draco's sexual appeal speaks volumes about her unconscious vision of him, as a trustworthy sexual partner. This is not to say that I think they should be jumping each other's bones at this point in the fic; that would be inappropriate! She is struggling to reorient herself, deciding who is trustworthy and who isn't and understanding that everything is not as it appeared on the surface at the feast. I appreciate your strong portrayal of the Slytherin trio- Lucius, Severus and Draco. All have great ego strength, integrity, and interesting character flaws. Kudos to you!
Fabulous, just fabulous. Their obvious love for one another is heart breaking as was Ginny being taken away from Draco with no goodbye. Awesome twist with Pansy -goodbye and good riddance to that nasty ball and chain around his neck. And just when our hero frees himself from one patch of briars, he goes and sticks his damn foot into another one! The Dark Mark? THE DARK MARK???? Oh, gotsnape, how could you? **falls to the floor in a dead faint** (revive me after he's taken his revenge on the Dark Lord, thanks) -fallenwitch
Author's Response: What can I say to YOU? We chat all the time. I am just glad to have you as a friend. Man, you are a God send!
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Some things just don't end.Category: Completed Short Stories
What a wonderful little fic. It was so angst filled and painful to read that I had to stop several times, take a deep breath, gain a little control, and then go on. I liked your portrayal of Ginny, and she goes to Draco with all her preconceived notions and then can't even hear what he's saying to her. Wow, I wish it were a longer fic. Great job.!
Author's Response: Thankyou! I'm glad you liked it.
Author's Response: Thankyou! I'm glad you liked it.
It is 2010, 12 years after Voldemort's downfall, and Draco Malfoy has returned to England at long last. A Draco/Ginny story.Category: Long and Completed
I can't get this story out of my mind! I read your whole story, one shot, up all night several days ago. I thought it was a little wierd but terribly addictive and so I kept on. It was difficult for me to wrap my mind around your portrayal of Draco. A super stud, muggle-loving, law enforcement officer???? It was just so at odds with the way I think about him that I didn't know what to think. He runs out of Malfoy Manor because it's creepy and then sells it, for godssake!! I finished your story (loved the whole kidnapping scene and the ending was wonderful!), and I just keep having images from it pop into my mind. Canada, his brother John, the native american back-drop, pulling a gun because he didn't think to use his wand, bewitching the toys. So thanks for opening my mind. It's just a great story! I'm sad that it hasn't gotten more reviews. I'll be on the look out for anything else you write. Great job!
A spell goes terribly wrong, leaving Ginny believing she is from another century.Category: Long and Completed
That was just great! I especially enjoyed your snarky Draco dialogue:
“What are you?” asked Draco peevishly. “Some kind of bloody echo?”
What a refreshing, original, and quirky idea. I hate it when people ask this, but is there a sequel coming up? Thanks!
Author's Response: thanks!! well, i was thinking of something like that. not exactly a sequel, but a couple of short stories set after this fic... or something like that. it's all very vague, but lets see what comes of it...
Life after Hogwarts was a mystery to Ginny Weasley, until one night she spent in the arms of Draco Malfoy changed everything. Now she has to deal with the unforseeable consequences. Will she be able to handle the hand fate had dealt her with?Category: Works in Progress
Wow! Bravo! I am in love with Draco's superego as portrayed by Draco Jr. What a fantastic concept and expertly done. He is giving Draco such a royal bashing that no other character in this well written fic could possibly come close to. When Draco Jr. finally kills Draco, can we call it a well deserved suicide? I know the resurrected Draco will be magnificent! Meanwhile, your wonderful portrayl of Ginny and her painfully tortured dilemma is simply heart breaking. It is a truly amazing feat for her to continue to openly admit her love for the Slytherin, given his pathetically small minded, overly defensive, and ego centric state. I appreciate the small windows of insight he is obviously having about what a fantastic woman he has just screwed over (so to speak). Oh, I loved the reference to glass houses, sticks and stones, etc. Your mental status exam is obviously intact. Now, can we work on that sorry excuse for a Slytherin? Keep up the great work. I looked forward to every new chapter!
Wow. What an incredible chapter. Kudos to you! It left me feeling..disturbed, of course. The history of Narcissa and Lucius is tragic beyond words, but perhaps it explains some of Draco's weaknesses and faults, growing up in such a tortured environment. Is it just me or does this fic seem to revolve around Lucius more than Draco? I wish Draco's character would wake up, grow a backbone, and think for himself instead of being lead around like an unquestioning dog on a leash by his father. Draco seems so weak and unappealing. He uses women like his father did, as inappropriate outlets for various emotional problems. Your portrayal of both Ginny and Narcissa is insightful and empathic, and their parallel relationships to the Malfoy men is an interesting and unexpected plot twist. Your writing is beautiful, and my level of infuriating disgust at Draco's actions tells me you're doing an awesome job! I am hopeful your next update will find Draco with some new insights about Ginny.
Draco realises there is nothing he can do for her forgiveness.Category: Completed Short Stories
Wow! I am blown away. That was just beautiful and so terribly angst ridden. The poem was achingly gorgeous and so appropriate. I like the way you interspersed it throughout the story. Ginny was soooo cold that I think my heart is now frostbitten as well. Very poignant the way all of his Galleons could never buy her love or his freedom from the Dark Mark. Very appropriate for that Malfoy. I love well done angst and hope to read more from you in the future.
Author's Response: thanks fallenwitch - tried to make Ginny heartbroken but not desperate. Glad you got the Galleons thing - first thing that came to my mind when i read the poem.
She watched him. She loved him. He never noticed - until it was convenient.Category: Works in Progress
Well done! I really enjoyed your first chapter and have been waiting for your next installments. Loved that park scene. Does he or does he not realize that he is in love with her? Hmmm... Guess I'll just have to keep reading.
Sweet. You have a great writing style. It rings true to the ear, not forced or manipulative. Thanks for that chapter. It's nice to see their friendship get back on track as well. All great relationships are based on friendship at some level. It appears that our Slytherin knows that as well. Cheers!
As he sat up that night, he realized that it was always about her.Category: Completed Short Stories
Denial has never been so beautifully and painfully written about. I'm just glad that their subconscious minds are alot smarter than their conscious ones. The visual imagery you created was just breathtaking. I can still hear the wind in my ears. Thanks for sharing this one. It was wonderful.
"The Mask of Love" - The fates of Draco Malfoy and Ginevra Weasley are written in the stars. They just need a little push in the right direction. The outcome? Just a little shift in the power scheme of the war. Will eventually earn the rating NC-17. Much later into the story, however.Category: Works in Progress
Well written with a compelling plot that is already pushing the story forward in a heart stopping direction. I want to know more, now! That is my definition of a great story. I encourage you to keep writing until you are finished! I'll be reading.
Womanly wiles develop at the youngest of ages.Category: Completed Short Stories
Wonderful! An absolute delight! That little gem of a story packed a nice fluffy punch. The ending was masterful. Now, about that sequel...I really think it should be in the horror genre because that is what Daddy's little darling will be in a few years.
Author's Response: Teehee. I was actually sort of thinking about a sequel. *sagenod* May take a million years... but it could happen xP
One shot about a chance encounter that changes both their lives a little. Mostly just a feel good type fic with a bit of smutiness and angst.Category: Completed Short Stories
What a lovely story. I was smitten by the plot line - two unlikely individuals drawn together and forever altered by their friendship, changing each other in ways which would lead them back together again. Wonderful stuff. Thanks.
Her face was concentrated on combat, her stature in battle position, defensive. Her curses were strong, powerful. How he wished he could throw away his pride and stand by her, holding her hand as they fought in battle. He didn’t want to be standing by her, fighting her friends as she fought his. But he had to, didn’t he?Category: Completed Short Stories
Lovely. There just isn't enough good angst out there. The aspect I enjoyed most was the strength of her character versus the weakness of his. I suspect his emotional weakness (choosing his father and other empty things over her) will kill him in the end (not literally, of course). As with all well done angst, I can only hope for a sequel. Thanks.
Author's Response: A sequel... I'm not so sure... I think that if I started a sequel it would somehow end up cliche... I might write one but not end up posting it if I hate it. Eh, well. I'll try. ♪Lynne♪