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Reviews For O Mine Enemy
Author's Response: I'm so glad you liked the prophecy! I wrote it quite a while ago, actually, and had to dig through my notes to find it in time for this chapter. :) Thanks for the review!
You write excellent dialogue. Not just between Harry and Snape, but also Dumbledore. And the characterization of Dumbledore is marvelous too. These lines in particular actually brought tears to my eyes: 'And Harry knew, looking into those sorrowful eyes, that the older wizard had done many questionable things in pursuit of what he considered a greater good. Things he never expected to be forgiven for.' You write a very human Dumbledore and describe his burden so well. He's flawed and marvelous and moving. And I'm on edge with all of this suspense. I love the fact that Snape's loyalty hasn't yet been set in stone (as far as Dumbledore and Harry know, anyway). I think that so far he's been more on the side of the light, but probably also wants to hedge his bets, so to speak, and make sure he has a place in the world no matter what side wins (thinking of that shadowy conversation with Lucius...) Speaking of Wall Watcher, I wouldn't put it past Snape to do something similar and eavesdrop, but Dumbledore can probably sense if he is... right? And Harry the Seer? (well, not a seer yet). I love how you're handling that. Because he's still just Harry, and he's still too young to deal with all of this. But he has the potential for future power. And maybe now Snape, in spite of being skeptical, will have some reason to revise his assessment of Harry's abilities (come on, Snape, can't you see it? A patronus at 13, resisting Imperius, youngest seeker in a century, and a damn fine pufferfish-body-part sorter.) I can't wait for the next chapter. I wonder how Harry'll use this new information. If he'll be more respectful of Snape and solicit his help in things. Snape seems like someone who craves respect, who wants to be needed and important and consulted. Oh, and Snape still has one round left in Q and A to be asked at a later time... wonder what he'll ask Harry... Good luck with your writing, keep up the wonderful work. Author's Response: WOW! I cannot tell you how much reading a long review like this means to me! THANK you! What's next? Well, I can promise you lots more Snape/Harry interaction coming up. I think that's pretty much the next chapter, as a matter of fact. I am glad you like my Dumbledore. I do like his canon carefree side, but as I had him dealing with some pretty serious stuff, I didn't think he'd feel right making too light of it all. I do hope I get the chance to show you a more lighthearted Dumbledore later in the story! Yes, what HAS Snape been discussing with Lucius...? :) And although I can guarantee you that Snape was NOT listening in to their conversation, I can't say that Dumbledore detects each and every last evesdropping spell...even if he is so extremely powerful. But I guess we'll see... Anyway, this response is getting long, but I had to tell you how much I appreciate all the thought you put into the story! Thank you!!!
I LOVE THIS STORY. Author's Response: Aw! I LOVE THIS REVIEW! :) Yes, I wonder if he will be happy playing that big a role in the war...assuming he finds out about the prophecy at all, that is... ;)
yes, i take "food for thought" rather literally. so sue me. *smirks* fascinating chapter! at the end, i swear you sounded like one of those little announcer things at the end of a tv episode, asking a bunch of questions and dun-dun-dunning and the oh-so classic stay tuned at the end! XD any suspicions i had about harry's so-called inner eye were only heightened by this chapter...not sure if it's just paranoia, or whether i'm justified! everything's just a bit too...clean, maybe? hmmm...and the way he remembers stuff after they exist...tampering with memory, or something? okay, i just reread half your chapter looking for that line that made me wonder...found it! It was like…maybe a part of himself has been holding the memories for him, so he’d be able to recall them. so suspicious.... anyway, i guess i'm just a paronoid belle at the moment, but these new developments are fascinating! loved the chapter! Author's Response: Yay! *munches on yummy reviews* I LOVE long reviews, and I've received so many this chapter, I'm simply thrilled! :) Yours being the first, of course! I'm glad you heard my announcer voice...I practice nightly. And I certainly hope I'm not to blame if you leap into paranoia...I don't want the horrible responsibility of having destroyed your sanity or something. Eek! I'm curious what you mean by 'clean,' though... Thanks for the review, belle! |
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