AWESOME! At least George knows his sister is safe! Harry will freak out when he finds out Ginny married Draco. Basically her entire family will too! I'm sure they will think he brainwashed him or something. I can't wait for the next update!
Author's Response: Thanks! Hmm... I think you have some interesting ideas of what is to come!
Rather than tell you everything I love about this chapter, perhaps I could just say that there is nothing I don't like! hehehe
I thought the way you wrote the memories was perfect. It makes sense that we would see them along with Narcissa. I love that Snape continued to protect Ginny even in his dying moments, and that Lucius was able to help him do that.
You have done a great job developing your characters throughout this fic. Sometimes I read fanfic, and feel like the authors only went so far as to use the names of JKR's characters; but their personalities are all wrong. Your characters (all of them) are consistent throughout this story, and they just feel "right."
Author's Response: Oh thank you! I'm so glad you enjoyed the memories. I think I like them more now than when I first wrote them. And it was nice to give Snape one last chance to show how much he loved Draco as well as protect Ginny. And thank you so much for the really generous compliments about my characters. It's something that I tried to keep in mind, but I'm still really new to this writing thing. It is easy to get caught up in your story and forget the original characters. Thanks so much for enjoying my take on them. The next chapter should be posted soon. :)
So good! It kinda maybe made me cry... Oh and i really hope that Gorge and Pansy get together i think they would work!
Author's Response: Thank you!!! Awe, that's so sweet that you were moved. And just keep reading for more George and Pansy. :) Thanks for reviewing!
I got to be honest, I rarely read unfinished fic coz I'm afraid the writers won't finish it. I forgot why I started reading this and now I just keep coming back to check your updates! I do love this story and the flow of it. Cant wait for the next update & hoping I got to read the end of it :) And here's hoping its a happy one for Drinny ;D xx
Author's Response: Well, I will be honest too. I am the same way. Especially when I have started a fic that is just so awesome and then it turns into a H/G fic in the end. OMG! I could cut a B!%$# for that. Okay, just kidding. :)Anyway, so glad you are giving my fic a shot! Thanks so much for the review and the support! I promise that it will be finished. It's just a matter of cleaning up and posting at this point. I look forward to more reviews! *wink*
I always figured Snape had died protecting Ginny and Draco. It's nice to see that he, somewhat, died on his own terms with Lucius casting the curse instead of Voldemort getting info out of him first.
In other news, I LOVE how you depict George. Love it. Also, I want him and Pansy to end up together. I feel like they both deserve to be happy and Pansy will never be fully happy with Harry. They've both lost so much what with Pansy losing her mom and George losing Fred...
...Have I mentioned how much I love this story? It makes my day.
Author's Response: Thank you for the review! And I had tried not to be misleading about Snape, but until Lucius showed up, no one else knew for sure what had happened to him. And that whole scene with Lucius and Snape kind of came out of nowhere. I never planned that in the beginning.Thanks so much for your George-love! I really enjoyed writing him into the story - that was another surpise for me. He was not in the original plans either!
And now I must mention how much it means to me to get your lovely reviews! Seriously. Several chapters ago I was getting so discouraged. Part of me was ready to just throw in the towel. So thank you - the reviews make my day as well.
I sit on pins and needles everytime I log in to see if there's been an update. I'm never disappointed when there is one. Personally, I think you wrote Snape's death very well, it was fitting.
Author's Response: Yay! Thank you for the compliments. I hoped Snape's death was worthy of him. I do love him. Thanks for the review!
OMG! This chapter is absolutely awesome! Love the memories. Didn't you write in previous chapters that the Order said something about them losing their only spy, as in Severus Snape? I can't wait for next week, when chapter 26 comes out! Yay for u!!!
Author's Response: Thank you! Glad you loved the memories. And kudos to you for catching that little tidbit. I did say that - or I think Harry said it many chappies ago, but I wasn't sure if people really believed it. Thanks so much for the reviews! Will be uploading soon. :)
I'm always happy to read your chapters :)
Author's Response: Thank you! That's so sweet. :)
I agree. Battle scenes are blah. I much preferred what you decided to do :)
Author's Response: Thanks! :) I didn't even attempt writing it because I just don't really care about battle scenes. I often skim over them when reading fics anyway. I figured I'd save all of us the trouble. Thanks for the review!
SO GOOD!!
Author's Response: Thank you!!! Soooo much!!! :)
Perfect! I love the pace of this story - it doesn't drag, and you don't skim over anything too quickly. I like that we got a recap of Harry v. Voldemort, instead of a full-blown battle scene. I *almost* felt bad for Harry now that he knows Ginny is gone. Almost. But not quite. ;) I liked the interaction between Mrs. Weasley and Harry. It gave me a little bit of hope that she might be an advocate for Ginny and her new family once they're out in the real world. I was surprised that Lucius died; but it worked. I still think that Narcissa will be thrilled to have her son back, and grateful to Ginny for saving his life and giving her a grandson. But that's just me getting ahead of the story. :) Great chapter! I'm looking forward to the next. :)
Author's Response: Wow! Thank you! Pacing was something I really fretted over when writing this so I'm relieved to hear your comments.I love hearing your thoughts on the characters. And I'm glad you enjoyed the battle recap. I honestly couldn't bring myself to even attempt a real scene because I just simply don't care about that kind of stuff. And I liked that moment with Mrs. Weasley as well - thanks for appreciating it. Yeah, Lucius probably didn't have to die, but he did. I never actually planned on killing him when I started this, but when it came down to it, he simply had to go. And as for the reunion, it's coming. A couple more chappies and then we enter Part Three. Yay!
Thanks so much for all your reviews and support. I really appreciate it. :)
Keep the updates coming! I have the feeling we're just getting to the best part of this already delightful fic!
Author's Response: I'm trying to keep it weekly. And as for the best part - I hope you think so. I am always worried that people are going to be completely bored with this fic. Part Two was such a challenge to write and keep interesting. Part three is very different so I hope you like it. Let me know what you think! Thanks so much for reviewing - it really makes my day. :)
Amazing. I can't wait to see what happens when Ron and Hermione get hold of Draco. And to see what happens when Harry sees that Ginny's happy. And do I see a romance on the horizon for George and Pansy? :O I hope so. Fantastic writing.
Author's Response: Thank you! And thanks for reviewing as well.The big reveal is coming. And I think you will be interested to see those particular characters reunited- probably not what you think. Or at least I hope it's a little unpredictable. And as for George and Pansy ... just keep reading. :) Thanks again!
Fabulous, as always.
Battle scenes are tough and I feel that they are only worth reading if they are written phenomenally. Not to say that you wouldn't be able to write an incredible one, just that they're tough and I understand why you wouldn't.
Excited for what's to come!!!! :)
Author's Response: Well thank you so much! And thanks for understanding the whole battle thing. I'm not sure I could have written it well, but I just didn't really care about it. ;) And more will be coming soon! Thanks again for reviewing!
Awesome! Was waiting for this for like ever! When are you going to post the next chapter? I cant wait for the big reunion! Will part 3 start in chapter 26 or 27? I left 25 out cos you said there was still a bit of transition before part 3. Can't wait! Will the following chapters be updated weekly, as in four days before Saturday as in today? Because then I will know exactly when I can look forward to the next chapter. And I have something to look forward to every Saturday. And I don't have to keep bombarding you with 'when will you update' questions.
Author's Response: Yay and thanks! I usually upload on Thursdays and then it ends up being posted on Sat. I tried uploading on Tues last week to see if it would get through quicker, but it didn't seem to help. But I will keep trying that.Now to answer your questions regarding part three. It will begin in chapter 27. So two more to go. I know it may seem like that's a lot of transition but there are some things that need to happen in the outside world. I will be updating weekly no matter what.
Thanks so much for your reviews! It makes me so so happy to see them. :)
Come on! Come on! Come on! Please post soon! I seriously cannot wait! This story is the kind that I absolutely love to read! You know, those that you don't want it to end because it's so good but you also want to find out what happens in the end? And then when you read to the end you are so sad because there is nothing left to read unless you read it all again? This is that kind of story. I read alot of books but I rarely find these kind of stories.
Author's Response: I swear I uploaded the next chapter yesterday! Honest! It needs to be appoved before they post it. But this review is so awesome, I may just have to email you a sneak if it's not posted tomorrow. Thank you so much for this amazingly generous review! :)
i hope lucius is alive... will read a battle scene with harry & voldie?
Author's Response: I just uploaded the next chapter which answers both of those questions. So it should be posted soon. Let me know what you think. :)
love the drama!!
Author's Response: Thank you!!! Much more to come.
I am on pins and needles for the next part!
Author's Response: Thanks for the review! And yay for pins and needles - cuz that means you are enjoying it, right? :) Updates should be weekly from here on out. Thanks again!
Awesome! When are you going to post the next chapter? I am dying here!!!!
Author's Response: Thank you for the review! And the compliment! I should be posting soon. I'm going to try and upload sooner this week than I did last week. Please keep those reviews coming. :)
I knew it! I do ope that Draco will be able to see his parents once more. I hope that Thuban and the new baby will heal the family. They deserve a happy ending. Harry, well I think he is not going to hook up with Pansy. I find Pansy and George are the two people who match so well. Loved the brilliant story and I cannot wait to read the ending!
Author's Response: Thank you so much for the review! You have lots of high hopes for a happy ending, I hope you are pleased with what is to come. I'm sure you will let me know. *wink wink* And you are not the only one who is a fan of George and Pansy. :)Thanks for the compliment and I hope you enjoy the next part of the story. We should be entering Part Three very soon.
OH YAY!! But what will they do now??? Can't wait!!
Author's Response: Thanks for the review! And to answer your question ... well, I can't really do that, but I promise to keep updating regularly. Your answers will come soon! Thanks again!
I LOVED it. SOOOO much. Can't wait for more. I think this might be my fav story on here at the moment. :)
As for Lucius, I think you did an excellent job. He's lost everything other than his wife who he can't even be with at the point and you portrayed his desperation for the war to end very well.
I'm excited to see how easy/hard it is for the little Malfoy family to transition to life outside of the house and how their families will react. I'm sure the Malfoys will just be happy their son is alive but I'm pretty sure the Weasleys and Harry will have a different opinion. haha Can't wait!
Author's Response: Wow! Double Wow! Thank you for the great compliment and all the love!And thanks for answering my question about Lucius. You're response is exactly what I was hoping for so that's awesome.
The big reunion is coming, but there's a bit more before that. You have a very interesting take on what will happen. I'm sure you'll let me know your reaction to what is to come.
Thanks again for the review!
There are so many wonderful things to say about this chapter, I hardly know where to begin! Thuban's birthday celebration was great. And even though Draco and Ginny arguing on such a special day would have sucked, I'm glad that they made up quickly AND that they decided to try for another baby. The way you wrote that bit was really sweet. The scene with Lucius was excellent. I'm so glad you softened him up, instead of making him hardened and arrogant. :) I always love the baby milestones, so Thuban taking his first steps was exciting. It does not begin to compare with my excitement over the Mark fading, and everything that means for them. I was really hoping that would make it into this chapter; and I was not disappointed. It was a perfectly written moment. I'm eager to read whatever happens next. :)
Author's Response: Yay! Thanks so much for another really awesome review! You know how much I love the fluff so I'm glad you're enjoying it.And thanks for answering my question about Lucius. When I first started writing this fic, I never anticipated this scene. I wanted Lucius to still be canon, but in my fic, the war has dragged on for years and he's suffered a lot more. I hope that him being more open with Narcissa makes sense.
And yes, the Mark has faded! A bit more to come before the big reunion though. And then we will be in Part Three.
Thanks again! I love reading your reviews. :)
How many more chapters are there? Btw luv the story. Just can't wait 2 find out how Ron and Harry will react to Ginny marrying Draco.
Author's Response: Thank you! And the reunion is coming soon, I promise. I am uploading the next chapter today. As for how many chapters, let's just say that we are nearing the end of Part Two and then it's just Part Three to go. Thanks for the review!