Name: shaded reviewed 9. Lost and Found, continued on Jul 18, 2008 02:23 pm

*squee* They almost kiss! The description of that moment was so anticipatory and breathtaking.

Since meeting Adrienne several chapters back, I had got the impression that she likes Draco in quite a romantic sense, but that Draco hasn't noticed her at all. The fact that she must've been watching Ginny and Draco in the river for a while makes me think this is a quite likely scenario.
Adrienne didn't come running towards G&D to tell them about Luc - Draco only heard a twig snap, most probably accidentally. So she was snooping on them.

I can definitely see more animosity between these two girls in the future. Well, more of a pissed off Adrienne, methinks.

I am really looking forward to reading more of this. Btw, Procrustes was a character in Greek mythology who had a bed-like rack on which he would lay down passers-by; if they were too tall, he would cut off the excess and if too short, he would stretch them to the required length. But this rack would be adjusted so that *everyone* would be tortured in some way. Poor Luc, it can't be a good outlook at all. :(

Author's Response: *beams* That almost-kiss had to be drug out of my brain by a team of wild horses, but I think I made it work. Hopefully.

Adrienne... she is such a complex character (I really had fun with the OC's this time around). She has her reasons, but I'm not going to tell you whether they're romantic or otherwise at this point. That would just ruin it for you! But there will definitely be more hositlity between Ginny and Adrienne in the future.

Cookies to you! I'm'll go bake them right now. My friend Wendy gave me the idea and the more I thought about it the more I liked it. Cookies for her, too, I suppose. Not good for Luc at all. We'll find out what happens in the next chapter.

Thank you so much for reviewing! I had a crappy night at work, and you made me smile :D The fandom needs more reviewers like you!

Name: shalita reviewed 9. Lost and Found on Jul 18, 2008 11:58 am

AAACCCKKK!!! I hope Fiona is with those who returned! Such a lovely long chapter. I had to smirk at the line about the nurse and her look. I'm a nurse, and I've seen THAT look on a few coworkers. And I definitely enjoy how you're building up to the D/G stuff we know will eventually happen - it all seems very real. :)

Author's Response: Thank you so much! I'm glad you're enjoying it. I tip my hat at you; nurses are highly underappreciated. Thank you for making hospitals work :D

Name: burningdaylight reviewed 1. Oh For Crying Out Loud on Jul 18, 2008 07:24 am

Hi! I really like your story! I read quite a lot of stories in which Ginny was a seer or had visions of some sort, but this is definetely the most original! sometimes it feels like Draco and ginny behave in a much more mature manner than how they should, especially draco, considering that he´s just 18 o 19 years old, but that could probably be justified by how a war makes people grow faster...
I really can´t wait to see how ginny will react when she realizes she´s getting to the ehm... "interesting" moments with draco (which I´m eagerly waiting for, btw...), considering that she´s already lived those, at least in her dreams...that will be fun!!
updaaaaateees soooon, pleaaaaseeee!! LOL

Author's Response: Thanks for reviewing! I have been writing both Draco and Ginny more maturely than their age because, as you said, war makes people grow up more quickly than they would have done otherwise. I've also tried to even their maturity out by addng more youthful characters to the cast such as Fiona, Maurice, and Ellen.

There's some Draco/Ginny action coming up next (it's actually the tail end of this chapter, but it wouldn't fit) that I submitted about two hours ago. I'm glad you think I've added some originality to a frequently used plot, and I can't thank you enough for sharing your thougts with me.

Name: Len reviewed 9. Lost and Found on Jul 18, 2008 04:24 am

Ginny and Draco are getting close *winks suggestively*

I hope they're back with Fiona. She and Maurice are some of my favourite ones (and they're so cute together). I liked the new characters too: Ellen and Sabine. Both of them are very promising.

I love long and nice chapters like this one =)

Author's Response: *Notes suggestive winking* I promise you'll have some romance by the weekend. I'm glad you like Ellen and Sabine - they were both last minute additions. Thank you so much for reviewing!

Name: doc_3 reviewed 9. Lost and Found on Jul 18, 2008 03:33 am

This chapter has certainly put me on the edge of my seat. Her "ability" is described fantastically in this one, and I love the little glimpses into Draco.

Author's Response: Thanks so much! I really felt that Ginny's visions needed to develop, and there's more Draco to come in the next little bit which I'm submitting right now :) I'm glad you're enjoying it, and thanks for reviewing!

Name: wcoast_girl reviewed 8. Coming Clean on Jul 08, 2008 12:19 pm

Another great chapter. This story really should have more reads and reviews. I think its really very, very good. It started a little slow which may have put off some readers.
I only ever give contructive criticism to stories I really, really like (can't be bothered with those I am not so keen on) so I hope you will take my musings as feedback with the best intentions.
1. I think this story would work better if they were adults. There is no obvious reason why they have to be Hogwarts age and it just feels like they wouldn't be this mature if Ginny is really 16. I just think you could do more if they were just a little bit older.
2. Looking back now (8 chapters in) I wonder if the visions in the first few chapters should be shorter - less detailed than when the events really happen. When I read those sections (like when she first meets Draco), it felt like an exact repeat of the vision. If the visions were a little less detailed, it would add to the mystery of it all and make the real life sections a bit more interesting. Although, with the latest vision/action - that worked REALLY well as the vision was vague and then when it really happened we got all the action.
Overall - I really do like this. I get a little thrill when I see you've updated!! I look forward to the next installment.

Author's Response: First of all, thank you so much for the review, and the constructive criticism. I have taken it as you meant it. rnrnFor your first point, Ginny's actually seventeen in my fic (making Draco eighteen), and while one year may not make a huge difference in the real world, I've tried to show how much the war has affected both Ginny and Draco and how it has forced them mature more quickly than they would have done in a warless wizarding society. I've also tried to balance the cast, if you'll allow the terminology. Fiona and Maurice both are more youthful in their demeanour and reactions, and I think (though I may be wrong) that they temper out not only the gravity of the situation but also Draco and Ginny's tendency to lean toward the serious end of the spectrum. And then there's Adrienne, who is just plain grumpy :)rnrnAs for your second point, I agree. If I had the time to go back and rewrite the first three or four chapters I would definitely make some alterations to the length and detail of the original visions. When I began, my intentions were to give readers a little bit of action to tide them over until she made it to France. Also, Ginny's the development of Ginny's 'inner eye' has rushed off in a totally different direction than I had planned, as will be demonstrated in the next chapter, so I am now regretting how I handled earlier visions. If I ever get around to a revision, I will most definitely change that.rnrnAgain, thank you so much, not only for reading the story, but taking the time to leave such a detailed and constructive review! You're every author's dream reviewer. I think I mentioned it in my author's note, but chapter nine is almost finished and I'm hoping *crosses fingers* to submit it this weekend.rnrn

Name: slygal reviewed 8. Coming Clean on Jul 07, 2008 08:14 pm

That was a detailed and demanding chapter! You have so much going on... I can't wait for your next update. I am glad you pointed out about "free will" changing the future. Maybe that will help them soon!

Author's Response: Lol, detailed and demanding are what I do best ;) You're right, there is a lot going on, and there's going to be even more added to it in the next chapter. 'Free will' seemed to be a big theme in canon, and I tried to carry that over here because it applies to everyone, not just those who are unfortunate enough to have prophecies attached to them. Thank you so much for the review. It made me smile :D

Name: mahek210 reviewed 8. Coming Clean on Jul 07, 2008 12:23 am

wow!!!really kool chap!!ohhh this story has a lot of potential...really wanna c how fate brings them 2gether!!lolz wonder wht draco wld do if ginny tells him abt them!!haa tat wld b an pretty dramatic scene!!:P wld love 2 read more soon!!!:)

Author's Response: Thank you so much! This is going to be a pretty long story, but I'm not going to keep you waiting forever. The next chapter is almost finished, and I hope to have it up within the week. Thanks again for reviewing!

Name: Jordanza reviewed 8. Coming Clean on Jul 06, 2008 08:02 pm

wow. this story is AWESOME! hehe! can't wait for more!

Author's Response: Thank you! You have no idea how happy it makes me to come home from work and find such an enthusiastic review waiting for me! I'm almost finished with chapter nine, and I'm hoping to get it up before I leave on holiday. Thanks for following along :D

Name: Jordanza reviewed 7. Introductions on Jun 01, 2008 08:24 pm

OH MY GOD! what is with you and cliffies!!!

when will more come out??

Author's Response: Haha. Hello, my name is Ruby, and I'm a cliffie addict.rnrnThanks for reviewing :) The next chapter will be posted in the next couple of days.

Name: wcoast_girl reviewed 7. Introductions on Jun 01, 2008 12:12 am

I am just loving this story. More people need to read it! I've been completely engrossed by it. Well done!

Author's Response: Thank you so much! I'm glad you're enjoying it :)

Name: dristi reviewed 7. Introductions on May 31, 2008 10:52 am

hi, your story is fantastic and fabulous. pls update soon, can't wait to read more

Author's Response: Thank you! Chapter eight will be uploaded mid-week!

Name: elay_daily reviewed 7. Introductions on May 30, 2008 04:13 pm

Oh my lord! I can't believe you ended it there! Please tell me you already have the next chapter ready???

This was a really good chapter. I really liked how Ginny took charge with Adrienne and the flirting between Maurice and Fiona. It's so cute.

Author's Response: Yes, the next chapter is complete :) Ginny, in my opinion, never really was one to let people walk all over her, and Adrienne is no different. I'm glad you like the Fiona/Maurice - they make me smile. Thank you for reviewing. I'll have the next chapter up shortly!