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Real name: MargeRegistered: Sep 24, 2007
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Born a Leo in the year of the Dragon, I love adventure. Hobbies include flying (pilot since 1999) and karate instructor. Really.
I love romance stories, but not smut for smut's sake. My stories tend to be hopeful and I love a strong female character, which is why I like Ginny, or at least what she's intended to be: a little tomboy-ish, and just a wee bit influenced by the twins.
My stories here definitely reflect my growth as a writer. Clearly, my older work has some flaws and every time I re-read them, I feel compelled to correct small things. Nevertheless, they still have a charm and rather good plots. It's rather fun to see that I've actually gotten better over time, and hope to continue to do so, so feedback, especially of the constructive kind, is most appreciated.
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I Wish That I Had Harry's Girl by cherryredxx (Reviews - 64)
Draco has an obsession with Harry's girlfriend.Category: Long and Completed
Rating: Sorta Naughty
Characters: Blaise Zabini (boy), Draco Malfoy, Ginny Weasley, Harry Potter
Compliant with: None
Era: Hogwarts-era
Genres: Angst, Drama, Romance
Warnings: None
Completed: Yes
Series: None
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Date: Apr 06, 2012 Title: Chapter 1: 1
I'm really enjoying this. Draco pining after her is quite sweet, and I think the pace is excellent. I totally loved how you portrayed Ginny on the "date". She was cute when she was tipsy. Also, I really like that there seems to be some time after her break-up, so she has time to think things over. I do hope the next chapter is nice and long. :)
Author's Response: Thank you! The next chapter will be up pretty soon, I promise. I can't promise it will be especially long though. :(
Date: Apr 27, 2012 Title: Chapter 1: 1
This was a lovely fic, although I feel like the ending was a bit abrupt. Not really a criticism, just an observation. the beginning few chapters were this wonderful, progressive growth as Draco pulled Ginny away from her sorrow and infatuation with Harry, and then, the last chapter just kind of fell out there, with Ginny's feelings kind of all over the place. I feel like Draco forgave her just a bit too easily. Still, a lovely, happy ending, which I enjoyed very much. Thank you so much for sharing!
Author's Response: Thanks for your feedback. :)
Stronger by ReverseBeauty (Reviews - 86)
What doesn't kill you makes you stronger. Just ask Ginny Weasley and Draco Malfoy.Category: Works in Progress
Rating: Sorta Naughty
Characters: Blaise Zabini (boy), Draco Malfoy, Ginny Weasley, Harry Potter, Lucius Malfoy, Luna Lovegood, Molly Weasley, Narcissa Malfoy, Neville Longbottom, Other Characters, Pansy Parkinson, Ron Weasley
Compliant with: Fully compliant
Era: Post-Hogwarts
Genres: Drama, Humor, Romance
Warnings: Blood, Character Death, Graphic Violence
Completed: Yes
Series: None
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Date: Apr 10, 2012 Title: Chapter 13: 13.
sweet chapter!
Author's Response: Thank you :)
Bury This Picture by cherryredxx (Reviews - 11)
The sun still shines, even though she's not ready to move on.Category: Long and Completed
Rating: Sorta Naughty
Characters: Draco Malfoy, Ginny Weasley, Molly Weasley, Other Characters
Compliant with: All but epilogue
Era: Future AU, Post-Hogwarts
Genres: Drama, Mystery, Romance
Warnings: Character Death
Completed: Yes
Series: None
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Date: Mar 08, 2012 Title: Chapter 1: Prologue
I am intrigued! Definitely a wonderful idea, and I would love to see if Ginny finds out how and why she was inspired to write that note! This is a very captivating beginning and I like how you have both characters grieving. I also like that they are a little more mature (tho still young enough to start a family had have a life together) and I think you are giving them a good depth. Looking forward to seeing where this goes. :)
Author's Response: Thank you so much for the great compliments! I'm glad you're enjoying it so far :)
Not Giving Up by cherryredxx (Reviews - 5)
She knew it would take less than minutes for her whole body to tense up and go into a shock that she may never recover from. But that was the idea, wasn’t it? She didn’t want to recover from this.Category: Completed Short Stories
Rating: Sorta Naughty
Characters: Draco Malfoy, Ginny Weasley, Harry Potter
Compliant with: None
Era: Post-Hogwarts
Genres: Angst, Drama, Romance
Warnings: None
Completed: Yes
Series: None
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Date: Apr 19, 2012 Title: Chapter 1: Chapter 1
I just love Draco in this. His wording is perfect. "I've got to watch, or else I won't know when to jump in after you." LOL It was just so... him. :) Nicely done. It totally captures the emotions of the moment.
Author's Response: Thanks so much! I almost wrote "you jump, I jump," but then I was like -- oh, no... Titanic. heh. I'm glad you liked :)
Place Your Bets, It’s Valentine’s Day! by Nutmeg44 (Reviews - 6)
Ginny could cut the tension with a knife but that was no reason to get her knickers in a twist – if she could get them back.Category: Completed Short Stories
Rating: Definitely Naughty
Characters: Draco Malfoy, Ginny Weasley
Compliant with: HBP and below
Era: Future AU
Genres: Humor, Romance
Warnings: None
Completed: Yes
Series: None
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Date: Apr 17, 2012 Title: Chapter 1: Place Your Bets, It’s Valentine’s Day!
I totally enjoyed this! the opening scene is just hilarious. Overall, quite hot!
Author's Response: I'm really glad you liked it. I always aim for funny so I'm glad it came across. Thanks for taking. The time to review!
The Games We Play by SunnyStorms (Reviews - 9)
Two decades later, Ginny finally learns the truth. (One-shot).Category: Completed Short Stories
Rating: Sorta Naughty
Characters: Draco Malfoy, Ginny Weasley
Compliant with: None
Era: Post-Hogwarts
Genres: Angst
Warnings: None
Completed: Yes
Series: None
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Date: Apr 30, 2012 Title: Chapter 1: Chapter 1
This was really well-written. Ginny's emotion is so ragged and raw and it gives just a hint of why she's reached some sort of breaking point. It's quite a gripping scene. Well done.
Author's Response: I'm so glad to hear I managed to get the emotions across. Thank you so much for sharing your thoughts on it with me.
Companionship by angeldraco (Reviews - 19)
Put two students together from separate houses, add massive work loads, stress and hormones. Let's see what happens.Category: Works in Progress
Rating: Definitely Naughty
Characters: Draco Malfoy, Ginny Weasley, Harry Potter
Compliant with: HBP and below
Era: None
Genres: Drama, Romance, Smut
Warnings: None
Completed: No
Series: None
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Date: May 19, 2012 Title: Chapter 1: Old and New
Oh! Excellent beginning! And you say this is your first fic? Well done! looking forward to more. :)
Author's Response: Thank you! Yeah it is, im still coming together with all my ideas, but second chapter should be up soon :-). x
Stuck On You by cherryredxx (Reviews - 7)
Seven kisses, seven stories, seven drabbles, seven tales of love blooming in the most unlikely place.Category: Completed Short Stories
Rating: Definitely Naughty
Characters: Draco Malfoy, Ginny Weasley
Compliant with: None
Era: None
Genres: Humor, Romance
Warnings: None
Completed: Yes
Series: None
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Date: May 31, 2012 Title: Chapter 1: Chapter 1
Awww! This was lovely. I enjoyed every little snippet! it was simply fun.
Author's Response: Thanks so much for the review! :)
The Man Who Ripped Apart the World by Emeral_eyes (Reviews - 26)
He was supposed to be their hero. He was supposed to bring about the new era of harmony and peace in their world. But when the revolution came, and the tenuous peace he’d worked hard to earn - for all of them - dissipated like smoke. He was supposed to be their hero. But he was only a man. A man who betrayed them all. A man who ripped apart the world.Category: Works in Progress
Rating: Not Naughty
Characters: Draco Malfoy, Ginny Weasley
Compliant with: All but epilogue
Era: Future AU
Genres: Action
Warnings: Graphic Violence
Completed: No
Series: None
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Date: Jun 10, 2012 Title: Chapter 2: Chapter 2
Very intriguing! I like the plot and I'm eagerly looking forward to more! :)
Author's Response: Thanks! More to come soon.
How We Pretend To Feel by cherryredxx (Reviews - 77)
Nine years after being hurt by Draco, Ginny finally gets her chance for revenge.Category: Long and Completed
CHAPTER SIXTEEN QUOTE:
I sighed and went to the door, removing the deadbolt that I had put in, and opened it without even looking. I gasped when I saw who it was.
Rating: Extremely Naughty
Characters: Blaise Zabini (boy), Draco Malfoy, Ginny Weasley, Harry Potter, Hermione Granger, Lucius Malfoy, Narcissa Malfoy, Other Characters, Pansy Parkinson, Ron Weasley
Compliant with: All but epilogue
Era: Post-Hogwarts
Genres: Action, Angst, Drama, Humor, Mystery, Romance
Warnings: Character Death, Sexual Violence
Completed: Yes
Series: None
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Date: Jul 10, 2012 Title: Chapter 1: Chapter 1
I love, love, LOVE it! the tone of this chapter has a fun old-time detective feel to it, and Ginny's attitude is quite fun. She's spunky and determined and I love how Ron just gets out of her way. Looking forward to more. :)
Author's Response: Thanks! I'm so glad you like the feel of the story and Ginny's characterization because those are two things that I really worked hard on. I'm glad you enjoyed it. More soon! :)
The Slander Scheme by idreamofdraco (Reviews - 11)
When Ginny hears a nasty rumor, she confronts the slanderer himself. One-shot.Category: Completed Short Stories
Rating: Sorta Naughty
Characters: Draco Malfoy, Ginny Weasley
Compliant with: GoF and below
Era: Hogwarts-era
Genres: Romance
Warnings: None
Completed: Yes
Series: None
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Date: Sep 23, 2012 Title: Chapter 1: The Slander Scheme
Very cute. Excellent insults! Can totally picture Ginny terrifying everyone in her path. I was highly amused. fun story. :)
Author's Response: Thank you! n_n I'm glad you liked it!
The Whispered Truth by SunnyStorms (Reviews - 28)
Ginny Weasley had finally grown up. That little girl who dreamed of a fairytale wedding with her one true prince was gone. And good riddance. She didn't care about any of that now. No, really, she didn't.Category: Works in Progress
Chapter 5 Snippet:
"Honestly, sometimes I haven't a clue what to do with you," he muttered before downing the rest of his wine.
"I don't know about that," she said with a playful waggle of her eyebrows. "Experience says you seem to be fairly knowledgeable in that area."
He latched onto the line as she knew he would, irritation giving way to a wicked gleam in his eyes. "Really now, but how long has it been? Perhaps we should refresh your memory just to be sure."
Rating: Extremely Naughty
Characters: Draco Malfoy, Ginny Weasley
Compliant with: All but epilogue
Era: Post-Hogwarts
Genres: Drama, Romance
Warnings: None
Completed: No
Series: None
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Date: Jul 05, 2013 Title: Chapter 4: Chapter 4
Oh, such a fun plot! I love it and I am quite curious to find out more about why Ginny is behaving like she does. I have a feeling there was more to that marriage comment than Draco is admitting just yet - especially since he seems to have given up on other women. Looking forward to more!
Author's Response: It's months later, but I hope you'll still enjoy the new chapter! And for sure we'll definitely be learning more about what happened with Ginny as the story goes on. Thanks for the review! Glad to hear you're liking it so far.
Date: Dec 23, 2013 Title: Chapter 5: Chapter 5
Love the chapter - and I love the artwork! Nice to see some of the depth behind Ginny's feelings and how she's gradually waking up to her feelings. The description of the pizza made me hungry. :) Also, just to let you know, that this is the first story that I downloaded onto my brand new Nook.
Author's Response: Thank you for the review! Glad you enjoyed the chapter and the artwork too, and I am honored to be the first story on your new Nook. :D
Fun Facts About Copyright Law for Fanfic Authors by Anise (Reviews - 3)
So you're a fanfic author, and you want to get published. But you're kind of thinking that an eentsy bit of the HP characters as written in your fanfic just might end up wending their wicked way into your original material. To wit, Draco and Ginny. What's the situation? What does U.S. copyright law really have to say here? Well, luckily Anise has come to the rescue with the cutting-edge news...Category: Essays
Disclaimer: I AM NOT a copyright lawyer. However, I DO have a master's degree in another field, and I HAVE done a lot of academic research. Also, I consulted an attorney during the writing of this essay. That being said, she's a friend, and she gave me her time for free. Results not guaranteed.
Rating: Not Naughty
Characters: Draco Malfoy, Ginny Weasley, Other Characters
Compliant with: None
Era: Post-Hogwarts
Genres: None
Warnings: None
Completed: No
Series: None
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Date: Sep 24, 2012 Title: Chapter 1: Chapter 1
Excellent! Thanks so much for this helpful insight! I *am* taking one of my D/G stories, setting it in an original universe with original character names, and submitting it for publication, so this was very, very helpful.
Author's Response: Thanks! I think you might want to join the fanfic authors' discussion board, coming very soon to a WP site near you... ;)
Ad Hominem by cherryredxx (Reviews - 29)
The line between what's right and what's easy is often a blurry one.Category: Works in Progress
Rating: Definitely Naughty
Characters: Draco Malfoy, Ginny Weasley
Compliant with: All but epilogue
Era: Post-Hogwarts
Genres: Angst, Drama, Mystery, Romance
Warnings: Character Death
Completed: No
Series: None
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Date: Oct 05, 2012 Title: Chapter 1: Prologue
Well, now we really have to know what happened to Ron! :) I was wondering why her speech seemed a bit long, but the closing line explained it wonderfully. It was a great twist.
Author's Response: Haha, thank you! I really wanted to put the last line of her speech as my story summary, but it would just give way too much away. Thanks for the review!
Written In The Stars by SunnyStorms (Reviews - 14)
It should have been another routine morning for Ginny Potter. With her children now all at Hogwarts and her Auror husband off chasing England's latest serial killer, she expected to wake up alone with only a silent house to greet her. Instead, Ginny makes a shocking discovery in her bed that is only the beginning of a whirlwind of unbelievable events. Things will never be the same again.Category: Works in Progress
Rating: Definitely Naughty
Characters: Arthur Weasley, D/G Offspring, Draco Malfoy, Ginny Weasley, Harry Potter, Lucius Malfoy, Molly Weasley, Narcissa Malfoy, Other Characters, Severus Snape
Compliant with: Fully compliant
Era: None
Genres: Drama, Mystery, Romance
Warnings: None
Completed: No
Series: None
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Date: Oct 04, 2013 Title: Chapter 1: Be Careful What You Wish For
Just stumbled across this and I absolutely love the idea! Ginny's reaction is wonderfully raw and emotional and well-written. Hope you decide to continue it at some point. I'm very interested on what's going on.
Author's Response: Happy to hear it caught your interest, and I'm definitely still working on it! This is one though that I don't want to post until I pretty much have the chapters locked down as the nature of the plot could very easily lead me to writing myself into plot holes if I don't plan carefully. Thanks for the review!
Draco Unwrapped by idreamofdraco (Reviews - 6)
A bit of Christmas dancing puts Draco in a bah humbug mood, until Ginny Weasley sheds some light on the world that he has been missing out on. Perhaps Draco has kept himself wrapped up for too long.Category: Completed Short Stories
Rating: Not Naughty
Characters: Draco Malfoy, Ginny Weasley
Compliant with: All but epilogue
Era: Post-Hogwarts
Genres: Humor, Romance
Warnings: None
Completed: Yes
Series: None
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Date: Jan 04, 2013 Title: Chapter 1: Draco Unwrapped
I really enjoyed this. Nice depth with Draco's character.
Author's Response: Thank you! I'm glad you liked it. n_n
Darkness Quieting: A Sequel To Darkness Dancing by Flighty Temptress (Reviews - 2)
Draco and Ginny met in one passionate night and then parted again. Ginny was determined that she would never again return to his bed, but Draco found that he wanted nothing more. Can Ginny resist the strange pull she feels towards him? Can Draco convince her that they are perfect for each other?Category: Completed Short Stories
Rating: Definitely Naughty
Characters: Draco Malfoy, Ginny Weasley
Compliant with: All but epilogue
Era: Post-Hogwarts
Genres: Drama
Warnings: None
Completed: Yes
Series: Darkness Dancing
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Date: Jan 31, 2013 Title: Chapter 1: Chapter 1
Very nice. I think it makes the original more complete and gives Ginny a bit more depth.
Author's Response: Thanks for reviewing. I'm glad that you feel that way, because I had originally intended the first part to be all there was, so it is good to hear that I fit them together well.
Fascinated by cherryredxx (Reviews - 7)
He fascinated her in more ways than she liked to admit.Category: Completed Short Stories
Rating: Sorta Naughty
Characters: Draco Malfoy, Ginny Weasley
Compliant with: All but epilogue
Era: Future AU
Genres: Angst, Drama
Warnings: None
Completed: Yes
Series: None
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Date: Apr 13, 2013 Title: Chapter 1: Chapter 1
Oh! I like this! very captivating and I wouldn't mind a sequel. :D
Author's Response: Thanks so much! I actually have plans to make this into three separate (but still related) one-shots, so stay tuned if you're interested! :)
The Chain by rowan_greenleaf (Reviews - 29)
It looked like we were photographed at gun point so I had to laugh.Category: Works in Progress
Rating: Not Naughty
Characters: Draco Malfoy, Ginny Weasley
Compliant with: HBP and below
Era: Post-Hogwarts
Genres: Drama, Romance
Warnings: None
Completed: No
Series: None
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Date: Jun 24, 2013 Title: Chapter 1: Two Faced Monsters
I dearly love stories that have a more mature and complex relationship. I particularly enjoyed how you portrayed Ginny's disdain for the people at the party - then how she realized that she was just like them. I see this as a key in the upcoming story of how and why the couple was divorced. I also love the way both Draco and Ginny seem to care so deeply for each other, even after they've been apart for some time. It's very clear that they are still drawn toward each other, and I'm intrigued to learn more about what happened between them in the past. Very powerful beginning and I'm looking forward to more.
Author's Response: Gidge, I'm always so happy to get reviews from you! This is actually my first "grown up" story, and I'm glad that you think it's going well. Thank you so much! :)
See Me Use You by Ginocide (Reviews - 38)
During her sixth year at Hogwarts, Ginny wrestles with her recent breakup with Harry and whether she should stay true to him.Category: Works in Progress
Rating: Definitely Naughty
Characters: Draco Malfoy, Ginny Weasley
Compliant with: HBP and below
Era: Hogwarts-era
Genres: Angst, Drama
Warnings: None
Completed: No
Series: None
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Date: Jan 10, 2014 Title: Chapter 7: Chapter 7
ROTFL!!! That was a brilliant surprise ending. Poor Ginny! Hope she gets him back for that one in the most devious way imaginable. Thanks for a great chapter.
Author's Response: Thank you so much! Don't worry, I have good plans for the next chapter. I hope it meets your expectations!
Weasley and the Three Males by Boogum (Reviews - 3)
Someone's been in to Ginny's chocolate. A DG version of Goldilocks and the Three Bears.Category: Completed Short Stories
Rating: Sorta Naughty
Characters: Draco Malfoy, Ginny Weasley
Compliant with: All but epilogue
Era: Post-Hogwarts
Genres: Humor, Romance
Warnings: None
Completed: Yes
Series: None
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Date: Nov 10, 2013 Title: Chapter 1: Weasley and the Three Males
Aww... it's sweet. :)
Author's Response: Hehe, thank you.
Of Conditional Innocence and Fresh Starts by idreamofdraco (Reviews - 8)
When Draco is released from Azkaban into the care of the Weasleys, he has an opportunity to start fresh. One-shot.Category: Completed Short Stories
Rating: Not Naughty
Characters: Draco Malfoy, Ginny Weasley, Other Characters
Compliant with: All but epilogue
Era: Post-Hogwarts
Genres: Drama
Warnings: None
Completed: Yes
Series: None
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Date: Dec 26, 2013 Title: Chapter 1: Of Conditional Innocence and Fresh Starts
Oh, very nice. I loved Percy turning into a giant chicken - if that doesn't lighten someone's mood, nothing will. :) I hope this does get expanded, it definitely has potential for more.
Author's Response: I really, really hope I do expand this! I started writing a story that took place during the war, where Draco stays at Grimmauld with the Order and he grows close to Ginny in the process. But the story disappeared from my computer and I was never able to retrieve it. So this is a plot I've wanted to write about for a loooong time. I just have to take care of my exchange fic first! Hopefully I'll still have the motivation to expand this story! I'm glad you liked it! Thanks for reviewing!
Dreaming About The Things That We Could Be by Eustacia Vye (Reviews - 5)
Draco wasn't about to let the mystery of his Bonded mate go unsolved... or let her go once he found her, whoever she might have been.Category: Completed Short Stories
Rating: Not Naughty
Characters: Draco Malfoy, Ginny Weasley, Narcissa Malfoy, Other Characters
Compliant with: All but epilogue
Era: Post-Hogwarts
Genres: Romance
Warnings: None
Completed: Yes
Series: None
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Date: Apr 29, 2014 Title: Chapter 1: Chapter 1
I enjoyed this story very much in the exchange, and it was just as captivating when I read it again. The imagery you built for Romania is amazing. I could get so very lost in it, and the dragons, and the other creatures you brought up. The creatures and the small, magical villages gave a unique ancient feel to the scenery. Just a great job. :)
Author's Response: Aw, thank you so much! I had really enjoyed the thought of writing the story in Romania and seeing the dragon preserve that was mentioned in the books. Romania actually has a lot of fascinating folklore, a lot more than I got a chance to mention. I kind of got lost in Wiki pages for a while reading about them. :)