Name: Jax reviewed Chapter Fourteen on Apr 01, 2005 12:27 pm

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Author's Response: Good! I read your reviews!

Name: ser reviewed Chapter Fifteen on Mar 31, 2005 08:37 am

I must apologize for not reviewing before. It's rare for me to come across a story that has so many wonderful factors. In face Anise and another author, Dracademented, have ever written a story that I feel stays entirely true to canon. I love the fact that Draco is so utterly in love with Ginny but not in a way that he fights it but in a way that he understands that he doesn't love her in a way that includes flowers and chocolates but in a way that means she will be entirely his and that he will never let another man touch her. It's a perfect Slytherin view and it fits with the few brief glimpses we've been given of Draco's character. I do love Ginny as well. She understands the way Draco sees her and that she is a pawn to him even though she knows he loves her. And she accepts that he is a terrible person and will not try to sugar coat that. That alone would appeal to me. Thankfully you've given us so much more. I do like the idea of Draco as Minister of Magic. I do think it could work. He will be someone that appeals to the Slytherin's and will no doubt be a strong leader. He was born to lead and I think that he will certainly keep the Wizarding world safe. I'm just worried about the outcome of the war now. To see what he makes of Dumbledore's words, whether or not he will take them into consideration and try to make amends with the Trio and whether he will make sure to keep Blaise and Pansy as allies. Do I sense a hint of Pansy/Ron? I won't ask you to comment on it but I do like the idea. It's a pairing that has been appealing to me recently. In fact I think if you could get Hermione and Snape to give into the obvious sexual tension between themselves Pansy and Ron could really work. I look forward to more of this and I'm overjoyed that it's complete.

Author's Response: It's quite all right. You've reviewed now, right? And as long as you've read and form an opinion, I'm glad. I'm very, very pleased that you like Ginny. I was worried people would not. She's very in tune with her emotions, and is very emotional. I think she's beautiful, and is filled with this... inner beauty, I suppose. As to Ron and Pansy...perhaps.

Name: Elle Blessingway reviewed Chapter Fifteen on Mar 30, 2005 08:25 pm

Woah! I have to say that this chapter has topped off all others. There was hate, love, and intrigue...what more could a reader ask for. I love how even seemingly minor characters have some mysteriously important role (Blaise, Pansy, Snape, Dumbledore, even Ron). The D/G moments were, well, amazing, and I loved how you peeked into the lives of the other students as well. I have to say that the Hermione you've written is definitely not one of my favorites...she's being very close-minded, and kinda bitchy. I liked that Ron stood up for his sister against his best friend. It seems like a lot of fics do the opposite...but then where's all that familial love everyone talks about? Can't wait to see what happens to Blaise and the dark plot lines that are going to come into play soon. You've just done an amazing job at interweaving so many emotions into all the characters and given them so much depth...Wow!....Awsome job!. Can't wait for the next chapter!!!!

Author's Response: I totally feel that Ron would stand up for his family, rather then turn his back on them the moment times got tough, or they made a desicion not to his liking. He may be hot headed, but he has a big heart. Hermione does as well, and right now that heart is bruised by betrayel. She's reacting out of anger, which I feel, not only is kind of warrented, but is in character. She's a growing woman, and she's strong, and proud. However, no matter how mature she is, she's hurting right now. As for Blaise... Ah... Blaise...

Name: malfoy's twin reviewed Chapter Fifteen on Mar 30, 2005 05:52 pm

Ok first I loved this chapter. Though for some odd reason I would love for a angst ridden Ron/Pansy pairing. And I hope everything for Ginny/Draco. Hopefully Draco catches the meaning of what Ginny could mean to him as well as paying the other "players" in his situation. One thing that struck out to me about the other chapter & this one is that in neither was mentioned of a form a contraceptive when Ginny & Draco were *uh hmm* getting together!

Author's Response: Ok, first, good. I'm fan of Ron/Pansy, but I can't say whether or not this has much R/P in it. It's still on the fence. Oh, and the contreceptive... I was assuming that would take away some of the romance. I was hoping people would assume it had been done.

Name: Losa reviewed Chapter Fifteen on Mar 30, 2005 04:56 pm

A disturbingly good chapter! The butterfly-button incident was just plain creepy - it gives me goosebumps. Great foreshadowing (it is foreshadowing, isn't it?)

Author's Response: You noticed the butterfly scene? I thought for sure people would comment, because it's so dark! I loved it. Thats Draco encapsulated, right there.

Name: imelda reviewed Chapter Fifteen on Mar 30, 2005 02:55 pm

Oh, Dumbledore, why are you sad? Boy do I have a lot to say. OK to begin with--Dumbledore seemed a bit cold in this, didn't he? He spoke of Ginny and Draco so...categorically, I think the word is. Or calculatingly. I mean, you can still see the fond patriarch-ness in him, but he was a bit calculating. And the list he gave Draco of all the different "players" was a bit stilted. But when all's said and done, Dumbledore is a tough character to write, and you did a terrific job. I particularly liked the mini-scolding he gave Draco at the end, because he was absolutely right. Of course, I'm always worried about what Draco is going to do in response to such things. He's such an unpredictable fellow! Much different from canon--and that's meant as a compliment. But....Draco as Minister of Magic!!!??? Ewwwwwwwwwwwwwww!! OK, enough of that. What else? The romance is just killing me, just so you know. I hope we get more jealous Draco, because Blaise is growing very interested in Ginny, isn't he? I know I shouldn't wish for such a thing, because Draco could be verrry dangerous, but don't we all love angst? Oh, and I wanted to compliment you, also, on your writing: the great thing is that you could break off any segment of this fic--particularly this chapter, I think, or at least here's wher I noticed it--and form a complete, beautiful one-shot out of it. Like the 7 days it took for Draco to tell Ginny he loved her (I love her reaction; very unexpected!), and the scenes where they're together, and I don't remember what all else. But it just shows how closely you pay attention to every detail and every scene. It's a pleasure to read!

Author's Response: I love coming on here and seeing your long reviews. I really do. I look forward to it. I think Dumbledore has to be cooler sometimes. Rest assured, he cares, but he is a strategist as well as the headmaster. He has a lot on his shoulders, and he needs to think in terms of the wizarding world, not in terms of one girl's emotions. Cold? Maybe so. Wise. Always. I think Draco would be a great minister! He's charismatic, influential, powerful, and ambitious. He's leader material. Draco is dangerous though, you are on the mark there. And I'm going to take a moment to bask my ego in the glow of your compliment, because I did pay attention to every detail. Every word, every detail, every moment, was agonized over just so. It was a wonderful experience. All right. I'm done basking.

Name: Maureen reviewed Chapter Fifteen on Mar 30, 2005 02:36 pm

Yet again, you astound me with your writing skills. Reading this chapter I am completely blown away by your story writing. You are truely talented. No need to tell you to keep up with the good work because you always do such a wonderful job with this. This story is a very dear one to me.

Author's Response: Thank you very much. I am glad this story has made an impression on you.

Name: Cady reviewed Chapter Fourteen on Mar 30, 2005 03:33 am

Whoa! That was absolutely great chapter! So intense. Every time I come here, I check if you've updated.. :) Keep updating, this is great!

Author's Response: I will update every two or three days. I have final college exams coming up VERY fast, so I might be a bit preoccupied. If nothing else, it will just mean I won't be replying to reviews for a while.... Not that anyone reads these replies anyway.

Name: Pam reviewed Chapter Fourteen on Mar 29, 2005 05:49 pm

::dies:: That was fucking brilliant. OMG. So good and intense and yay!! He's finally admitted to himself that he loves Ginny, though I know it won't be an easy road from there. Really awesome work. You rock :)

Author's Response: Thank you!

Name: fickleficklemuse reviewed Chapter Fourteen on Mar 29, 2005 12:55 pm

yes! Finally!!! I was starting to fear for our dear little lovers. I have to congradulate you on such a lovely story. It is simply one of the very best. You would not believe that I was up pretty much an entire evening reading this until I was squinting because my eyes were blurred. I could not put it down. Draco here is true to form the Draco in JKR's books. He is totally IN character is simply steals my breath away. NICE JOB! and KEEP UPDATING.:-):-)

Author's Response: Thank you, thank you, thank you, for all your kind comments. I will continue to update.

Name: sillysun reviewed Chapter Fourteen on Mar 29, 2005 02:49 am

I really should have reviewed before now to tell you how much I'm enjoying this story. And this chapter, especially, was just amazing. Well done.

Author's Response: Thanks! I'm glad you've decided to leave a review.

Name: blondie07 reviewed Chapter Fourteen on Mar 28, 2005 08:05 pm

awwwwwwwwwwwwwwww. ok now that i got that out, even though the chapter was really short i guess in a way it had to be because it was like they had to take that first step, get it over with in a way. i actually like crabbe and goyle in this story which is a definite first and it's interesting that harry is so mad now that ginny likes draco. the scene between them (draco/ginny) was simple but really sweet but im a little scared for ginny and what this will mean for her. draco seems to be a really intense person so i cant wait to see how things go. whoo hoo for more chapters!

Author's Response: Thank you very much! He's very intense... He borders on madness sometimes, I feel.