I loved it. Its a rarity that something not by some of the Cabal, but I've really enjoyed this so far. (and I so very VERY rarely review ever, which tells you how much I've enjoyed)
Keep posting. It really is an intriguing story.
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Interesting chapter. The plot thickens as it were.
I like "prehistoric plesiosaur" touch in there, what with Lyme Regis being part of Britian's Jurrasaic Coast. Am a little bit disappointed that Ginny didn't get to walk out on the Cobb though. Even if its bloody terrifying when the sea is rough and you're bound to get a little damp at least.
And I second Draco's citation that she'd be insane to walk all the way into Lyme Regis, its very very hilly and steep. But ever so beautiful, especially in moonlight. The whole surrounding area is.
I am very intrigued by the Marie thing and how this links to Ginny. I'm guessing its the same 'M..' he was refering to in chapter 1?

Author's Response: Wow! Somebody knows more... um, a whole LOT more, I think, about Lyme Regis than I do. But there's a reason why I picked that setting. Yes, Marie is the same "M" Draco was referring to in Chapter 1.

Okay, no-one seems to have picked up on Draco's repeated reference to Loki it seems. You've used this in, almost all your fics. Loki, being a the trickster god (although whether he is a god is a topic up for discussion as he may also have been a giant/superhuman. Mythology is wonderful vague and inconsistant in some cases). So he fits right in with the Malfoy family and am wondering if the whole Draco-being-more-than/Ginny not knowing what he is thing goes hand-in-hand with the trickster god. There is certainly some sort of trickery going on here.
And I have a strong feeling Marie has something to do with it. Draco, being broken by Maire, must have run afoul of her trickery and its had a lasting impact.
But I'm also curious to furthering the cause for Loki being involved. The Millions-and-Millions-of-Malfoys fanfiction held a character Nick...and I think I remember a promise for his return in this fanfiction maybe?

I'm also awaiting the appearance of Lucius and all that that entails. I expect the fic is going to take an even darker turn (I suggest a brief interlude and give the plot-bunny a quick dust down from the Weasleys' Wizarding Wheezes '
Instant Darkness Powder before letting him roll around in it again).
I'm also curious as to Astoria's benefits from the marriage deal. I doubt she and Lucius are allies....but they certainly not enemies and I can forsee her acting on his behalf upon his return. Also, I get the feeling that she might have a previous sub-deal or understanding with Lucius. The way she keeps on reminding Draco of things just smacks of some intent.

Also, loved the final line of Ginny: 'You don't own me'. Beautiful touch. I hope Ginny makes a speedy recovery and gets her fire back.
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Author's Response: Very smart of you to pick up on the Loki refs... yes, there just might be more Loki info coming up soon. ;) The plot bunny's been rolling around in Darkness powder, but I think Draco dragged it there and he only gets to wallow around for so long before a good kick in the butt. (Short break for speculation on various aspects of Draco's butt...) Anyway, the speculations about something going on with Astoria and Lucius do have something to them. I've thought about doing a one-shot at some point from Astoria's POV, and it would probably center on her interactions with Lucius in the past. And more about Ginny soon! :)