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Reviews For Lily's Charm: The Gift
I also enjoyed how Ron and Harry warned one another not to hurt the girls. I can see it being a little awkward at times, with Ron and Ginny being siblings, and as Harry said, he and Hermione are like brother and sister, too. But I have faith in both Ron and Harry, and I think all's well on that front. Now, I don't know what to make of Harry's moods. It could be that he's just letting all the attention go to his head...and while not admirable, I suppose it's understandable because he is young, and receiving all this positive attention would have to be a heady experience, especially since so many times before it's seemed like the school (or the majority of it) was against him. But somehow, I'm thinking there may be a little more to this situation than just an over-inflated ego. Harry has had moments of 'inexplicable tetchiness' as he decribed it earlier...and so has Sev for that matter. Possibly Harry (and Sev) are just tired and still worn out and need time to recover, but I also have to wonder if Harry hasn't really been affected in some way by the connection with Voldemort, the time in the void, and the 'soul battle'. Well, I do have a feeling that Severus won't be happy about the attitude, but I also hope that if there is a true problem, that he can see that and they can figure out how to help Harry. Looking forward to the next chapter!
So now we know where Harry gets his mother hen instincts from when James tries taking care of Severus upon his return. And I loved the scene of Lily, Severus and baby Harry. My muse is going nuts with that image. Who didn't love how Severus outstepped Scrimgeour at every turn, and his witty retort to Remus. I love that guy....love, love, love. And Harry's big head. Well, I commented on that to you personally and I'm in the camp of "what the heck is wrong with Harry that is head is getting so big?" Voldy's done something to him...I just feel it in my bones. I'm waiting on Ginny to start hexing the girls surrounding Harry and fawning all over him. I wouldn't make a redhead mad. Nope.... Poor Remus. He certainly didn't deserve that from Harry. Is there going to be a talk between him and Severus about this? I slump to the ground at your feet and beg your forgiveness over the short review. My muses are screaming at me over a certain image that I mentioned previously. Remus gets the hug. He needs it after that class, poor guy. Author's Response: That's all right. Slack-cutting, remember? ;o) I love emotions since I am a Hufflepuff, you know. Glad you enjoy my roller coasters. You go get started on that lovely artwork. My muses may need it later. I love Severus as well. Adore him. Yes, I do. Especially playing off Remus. Adore them both. But you know that already, don't you. ;o) Harry's head is uncharacteristically large, isn't it? hmmm. It does make you wonder, I suppose. Ginny is up next as is a talk between a certain big-headed adolescent and his dad. You know, it's a very good thing Severus doesn't hate Remus anymore. LOL And yeah, Poor Remus indeed. He does need a hug. Maybe a brown-haired Tonks will be there to give him one... YAY!
Author's Response: Thanks Waterleaves! I'm so glad you liked it, even with Harry's big ole head. And I am thinking most people are pretty annoyed with Harry right about now...or soon at least. LOL Thanks for the review! :o)
I do love these moments between Sev and James (and Lily and Harry too!) from back in the day. They're sad and sweet and I just want to grab everyone into a great big hug after reading it. Poor Sev. (It was funny that he was sprayed with pepper spray though!) And poor James for wanting to help but being unable to do anything. Poor Lily too, for needing to worry endlessly after her husband and his fate. And poor baby Harry, he's so adorable, snotty-nosed and all, curled up on Daddy's shoulder. Aww... I must say that the most hilarious moments of this chapter were when Harry, Sev, and Dumbles were in the Headmaster's office with Scrimgeour. Loved it! But I'm nervous about Harry testifying about Lucius...I have a feeling that if Harry's the main reason Luci's let free that the horrid man won't care and continue to do what is convenient for him (probably being a DE) and make Draco do something horrid to Harry in turn. By the way, will we get to see our favorite pansy of a boy blond Slytherin soon? I kinda miss him. I do wonder too, what his (and all the other Slytherins) opinion is about Harry and his defeating Voldie (with Sev doing most of the work, that is). Oohh...Luna would be a great point of view to bring in here too...I can just imagine her scoffing at all the girls fawning over Harry, making some comment or another. Love Luna. Bring back those blonds!! Please. I agree with everyone who's said (and if you haven't said it yet, you're thinking it) that Harry needs to be brought back to earth. His ego is defiantly swollen...and it's a shame. I believe that Sev'll have him back to his proper place soon enough, if Hermione, Ginny and Ron don't do it first. And kudos to Remus for trying. I feel sorry for that werewolf. *sigh* But then again...Sev is calling Remus, Remus now!! Yay! I almost though that it would never happen! *giggles* I'm still feeling apprehensive about this dinner, but if all the Weasleys, Neville (and I assume Hermione) get to come along; along with Remus and Dora, it shouldn't be that bad...right? I'm nervous again...rats! Because what if Harry does act like a prat?! That'll suck, and probably happen, with the way things are going so far. Tone it down a bit, Harry!! And I'm curious to see what Scrimgeour's real reasons are behind wanting to make a memorial at Godric's Hollow. That man's too slippery for his own good. Question: What was Sev referring to when he asked Harry if he wanted to discuss Christmas? Did that come up somehow within their meeting with Scrimgeour? Ok, I'm done, and need to get some more studying in...I'm reaching towards the end! But, you're not, right? You've still got lots and lots of chapters to write for LC, and once The Gift is done (which won't be for another couple years) you can write some more Remus/Dora shorts as well as a prequel with Sev and James...and then you can work on that Pre-Hogwarts fic. See? You've got plenty more to do, and keep up the good work! These chapters are defiantly the best part of my day! Thanks for updating so soon!! Until next chapter! Author's Response: Oh, PK! YAY. I'm so glad you liked it! But before I go any further, I have to admit, that I am not a huge Luna fan. I don't think we'll see her here. Sorry. Glad you like the flashbacks. They are some of my favorite bits. Draco is up next chapter in Potions class with Harry and you'll just have to wait and see about old Lucius, but there isn't much hope of him becoming a Death Eater again. He loves himself too much to make the same mistake twice. I don't think he realized the first time how degrading it would be to a minion of the Dark Lord. :oP Harry does need to be brought back to earth and just why ON earth is acting like a total prat? Just the praise of his peers or something more insidious? Hmmm Sev did call him Remus, but he sorta had to there. Didn't want to back down from a challenge. LOL Poor Remus though. Harry was pretty mean. *sigh* The banquet is up next as well. YAY Scrimgeour. As per usual, you'll just have to wait and see. Sev had mentioned Christmas earlier in the chapter and Harry got all quiet because he was thinking of Sirius. Sev didn't press the issue b/c Dumbles was there. I do have lots to do. LOL I had to chuckle at your list though. Hee hee. I could probably do a Remus/Tonks short now with Remus all bummed by Harry's rudeness. Awww, poor Remus. He needs a hug. Glad you liked the chapter and you're on the downward sprint for finals, right? Good luck and you are very welcome. Thanks for the review!
Author's Response: Thank you. :o) I'm so glad you liked it.
The scene where Severus was describing the tortured family and the child's blood made me tear up. And the line about Severus trying to appear apathetic but James seeing right through that was heart-wrenching. I can't even imagine some of the things canon Snape must have had to go through as a Death Eater. *shivers* I loved the fact that Harry was a moody teenager in this chapter. It keeps him real. Remus was absolutely in the right when he reprimanded Harry for calling him by his first name. I always want to flick my students in the head when they try to address me by my LAST name only. LOL. I think I actually did that once, now that I think about... Harry's embarassment and anger was described very well, along with the small attitude he had with Severus. I loved Severus' line: "I apologize for being 'tetchy'..." (Said with humor). So well done. Terrific chapter! You're definitely still going strong on this one... Keep writing! Author's Response: LOL You're review was just wonderful. Thanks. Your favorite chapter, eh? :o) I really, really enjoy writing Severus and James. I should just write a whole prequel with them. I adore them. Yeah, yeah....as if I don't have enough to do, right? :oP Harry was pretty moody, wasn't he? I get really tired of him being perfect all the time. He can't be a paragon, every day. Poor Remus. I don't think he even would have said anything about Harry calling Remus, if Harry hadn't already been arguing with a 'tude. That's funny that your students call you by your last name. hee hee. Well, at least Sev can get Harry to snap out of his attitude. Too bad Remus didn't have the same luck. And I suppose, good thing that Sev is sorta friends with Remus now. ;o) Glad you enjoyed Sev's light humor. Humor works better with Harry than more tude-ness, I suppose. Thanks, Jade. You are awesome. Let me know how today goes! :o)
Author's Response: ROFL. Yep. he sure does. Give him a day or two. Or actually, give Sev a day or two.... *ominously...* |
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