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Reviews For Never Say Remember
-P.G. Author's Response: Yes, that might come up later...
Author's Response: Thank you!
Author's Response: Thank you! That idea was the seed for the whole story.
Author's Response: Thanks!
But I'd rather wait for a quality story over instant quantity, so take as much time as you need, and thanks for writing! Author's Response:
Thank you! I enjoy exploring the possibilities of a "what if" premise, particularly in how it would change the life and outlook of a person. I'm glad you're enjoying (and also annoyed ;-) ) by the pacing-sometimes I wonder if my story is too focused on character reactions and not enough on plot. But other stories I've written (original stories - this is my first HP fic) tended to be all plot and no character, so I'm happy you find this a good balance. Thank you for your patience...I appreciate it. :)
Author's Response: Well, each writer has to follow their own quirky psychology. Deadlines give me anxiety. It might force me to write, but it can also force me to play it safe and not be truly creative. So I prefer to write when I know no one's waiting impatiently for an update. Other people might thrive on the pressure of getting new words out to their readers. As for my next project...it is my plan to start something and work on it in between chapter edits. But I can't decide what. I'm torn between a sequel for this story, a re-sorting story, and answering some challenges. I might do the challenges first, just to take a break from the novel-length fic. Thank you for posting!
Elegantly planned out. There's soft, sad quality to it that is made more real because you don't make it too dramatic. It's hard being Severus, having to take care of both your wife, and now a disobedient and rebellious son. But it's also hard to be Harry, where he has to learn to accept the fact that a man he has hated since the beginning of his Hogwarts years is with his beloved mother. It's very well executed and I can't wait for more. Author's Response: One nice aspect of writing beforehand is that I could implement that rule with the two AU characters before I explained it. Interestingly, I think the rule creates subtler dialogue, as two of the characters…well, never say remember, even though the issue of memory is a big factor in their lives. I'd be interested to know if the dialogue meshes well with the narrative parts, since the narrative is where I tend to be more lyrical and the dialogue is more like short, quick beats. Is that too weird and obscure a question? And I realize you can't reply to this…I'm just generally curious. :) Thank you for your review!
I must say it again: I so adore this story. It's just so original and enjoyable to read, not to mention well-written. Keep it up. I'm loving this. Author's Response: I'm glad you liked both chapters! I enjoyed writing the permission scene, especially when Snape prods Harry into saying "Sir." Harry doesn't want to do any of it and Snape just won't let up, hee hee.
I love the teasing playfulness in this chapter. Some of the tension in his shoulders melted away. "Careful," he said, trying to sound stern. "I might accidentally pack you away." "Oh, you'd never do that," said Lily, dropping her hands and giving him a hug from behind. "I'd wrinkle all the clothes." You know, I think that dealing with Lily is what made Snape so patient. Great chapter, i can't wait until the update! Author's Response: Hee hee. Aren't I a little stinker? ;) I originally was going to have Snape go over the rules, and then I thought, "what a boring way to end a chapter," so I stopped there.
I'm glad you liked the Lily & Snape interaction! I think Lily helps bring out Snape's teasing side, too. :) |
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