| Title: The Confusion
| 04 Nov 2007 5:02 am
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| Reviewer: Harriverse (Anonymous)
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I don't know how I missed so many updates as this is a very interesting story! Yes, this chapter was confusing just as the last chapters weren't so clear either. You have given Snape more 'life' than JK, so it's very interesting. How Trimbol was when he returned home was an eye-openerl. Seeing someone besides Slytherins disparage muggleborns was enlightening. It's easy to forget that there must be other people occupying the wizarding world. I was a bit dissapointed in how easily Trimbol slipped into that framework. As for Severus, he is showing a level of care that while obviously painful (holding hands, hugging, tickling, etc.), is realistic and strangely appropriate for a loner who suddenly has family. I agree with you (and Snape) when he thinks about how he has not given Silas enough consideration considering how long he was with the Dursley's. How much of Harry's repressed emotions fuel the ghosts? Isn't it funny that James, one of the few that Harry did not see die in person, and his real mother are the ones that are hanging around? How will you explain Harry's lapses? Is there any chance that he is being taken over by Voldy??? That would explain a lot--how many young wizards would call up a Chimera? I felt bad a few chappies back when Snape gave Silas a hard time over his need for physical affection and comfort and was surprised that you took 2 (?) chapters for him to consider that he has the duel role of brother/father. Let me tell you, even biological parents despair over whether they are making the right choices, decisions, etc. But you obviously know that due to the way you gently inserted it into Snape's inner monologue. Can you tell I went to some teacher workshops today and we talked about writing??? Sorry classes are so tough. I'm also glad you recognize that as much as you enjoy writing, that those classes, which probably cost a years pay when you put in books/room/board/etc., are more important right now!!! I'm just glad you are not going to abandon the boys! Their lives are extremely interesting!!!
Good chapter. I enjoyed the mystery going on with between the brothers. And Snape's wishing that he didn't have to be a parent was quite believable, even as he realizes that he has to be more father than brother.
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