Wow. This is utterly intense. I love it oh so much :) I like how you write Ginny; people usually go with a fiery and quick-tempered girl but I like how you write her as innocent and naive. It works so well considering how you write Draco and horribly wicked and sexy ::saucy smirk:: And you've brought Blaise Zabini into the show! Yay! I adore him. And you've made him devilish as well. So many sexy Slytherins! How can a girl survive? Ginny's rather lucky, isn't she? Weaving in the politics and Draco's new role was very well thought out and I can't wait to see what else he accomplishes. Awesome job. I'm anxiously awaiting more :)

Author's Response: Horribly wicked, that's a good description. He is, isn't he? I'm glad you like a softer Ginny. She's a girl with deep emotions in this story, as opposed to a girl fighting love with the wrong person. You have to love Blaise. He's so charming... But don't love him too much. Draco is our man!

Orignal plot, interesting dialogue, and *flawless* characterization (you might be tired of hearing the compliments over and over again, but it bears repeating). You captured Draco’s persona in the canon so perfectly that it I’m reminded of the way he supposed to look in the books. Draco (unlike Lockhart or Cedric Diggory) was never perceived as good-looking by anyone, except maybe Pansy. I think you’d still have a great fic, maybe a better one, without Draco being physically beautiful. Still, I love how you depict Draco's “presence” among his peers.

Author's Response: I don't mind hearing it over and over. It tells me I did a good job on the characterization. I considered making Draco unattractive, but I couldn't do it in the end. I love gorgeous and sexy Draco Malfoy, even though he wasn't supposed to be that way.

I agree with Elle Blessingway, this chapter was intense and I guess he's off Ginny for awhile (or is he?). You wrote Draco and the other Slytherins really well this chapter...and while I think Ginny is innocent, I don't think she is weak...not at all.

Author's Response: I really wanted to give the other Slytherin's a more human appeal, rather then the two dimensional 'baddies' they are in the real books. I just think that everyone deserves a deeper look.

Hmmm. Ever the slytherin. I love the way you have written Draco, he's almost too powerful. But I really like it. I particularly loved his entrance. I could just see it in my head as it happened. I imagine lightning and rain beating down behind him. Oooh tingles. Please, keep writing!

Author's Response: You know what's funny? When I first wrote that scene, I pictured rain and thunder in my head (jokingly), but I knew it would be too much. I love tingles!

What really interests me here is that at this point, neither Draco nor Harry is particularly good for Ginny. (Short break for the Happy-Correct-Grammar Dance. ;)) The problems with Draco as a romantic partner right now are pretty obvious, but Harry would be even worse. The only moment when he actually noticed her was when he thought (however vaguely) that she was showing interest in his rival. This is very true to canon, I think, where Harry doesn't really see Ginny, and Draco hates her, but sees her. The strange thing is that the more time that goes by, the more I actually see the very realistic potential for D/G in canon itself, although I don't think JKR will ever choose to go that way. In the meantime, we have stories like this!

Author's Response: Thank you very much Anise! Originally, the potential for D/G in canon was what dragged me into the HP fanfiction universe. There's just so much, well, potential, for these two, though Rowlings will never go with it. *sigh* Too bad. I'm glad you're interested in the story.

Was thrilled to see this story updated. Read it and Loved! your last chapter. At first, I thought your Ginny was too meak and spineless - but I still really enjoyed the story because you write everyone else so well. But, everytime Ginny has to interact with someone when Draco is not around she speaks her mind and can put people (well Ron) in their places. So, I think you've interpreted her, in this situation, brilliantly. Yeah, she has a developing crush on the enemy in the room next to her and she's become more observant and reserved than normal. But, I do have to confess....I can't wait to see if her awe of him (though it is sweet really) wears off before he tries to "break her."

Author's Response: Thanks. There's a tortured road ahead for these two.

Harry adds a nice dynamic and I was happy to see the arrival of the twins (I believe they love to torment Malfoy). I don't think Ginny is subserviant either, I think she is young, inexperienced and falling in love...she (unlike Malfoy) will think with her heart first and not her head...and isn't that the way first love should be? I am beyond thrilled that you are updating on a regular basis and hope that this continues through the duration of your story.

Author's Response: Thank you very much. Don't we all think with our hearts first where love is concerned?

Wow. I have never read a fic that has kept Draco in perfect character.. but you portray him perfectly. The internal conflict between wanting and hating Ginny is marvelous and it's just so true to the book. Congratulations and I hope to read more from you! ::tink::

Author's Response: Thank you Tink, thank you very very much. I really appreciate you adding your thoughts here. I tried to keep Draco as in character as I could, while still trying to develop him as I thought he would. It's hard to keep a balance. Thank you very much.

A new development with the arrival of Harry. Can't wait to see what happens with that and It's so exciting to see that you update so often...keep up the good work...!!!

Author's Response: I will keep the updates as regularly as I can. I'm glad you like the fic, and thanks!

oh dear god i hope she doesnt start liking harry if he makes it known that he likes her. he's such a tard and draco is so much sexier. i cant wait for more chapters!!!

Author's Response: ^_^ We'll just have to wait and see, yes? Draco really does have the sex appeal though. Harry's got more of a boyish, innocent charm.

And so the love triangle begins! This chapter was really intense for me (it might have something to do with the really psycho music i'm listening too, but that's ok) and I really enjoyed reading it. I can't wait to know what Ginny's going to do now that Harry is really acknowledging her existence, and with Draco having just suffered another 'call attack'.

Author's Response: Hehe, I'm glad you're enjoying it. Psycho music can be add drama, lol.

I don't think I could love your story anymore and then I read the best line EVER "...Draco Malfoy swept in".

Author's Response: Lol, ah, the drama...