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Title: Holding on 20 Jan 2010 1:31 am
Reviewer: jessirose85 (Signed) [Report This]
    Great chapter xxx

    Author's Response:

    Jessirose85,

    Thanks.

    -Mel :)

Title: Holding on 20 Jan 2010 12:28 am
Reviewer: Ichihime (Signed) [Report This]
    It's good. I like how Harry actively decides that he wants to have a father-figure and how he knows exactly what he wants in one. Quite original concept.
    A few things though:
    You've had Snape explain three times that he was Lily's friend, this seems rather odd as I think Harry would have picked up on it the first time.
    How did Harry know that Snape used to be a DE? It's only in book 4 that Harry gets to know about DE(and everything first war Voldemort related) at all.
    How could Harry visit Ron when Ron was supposed to be on vacation(which was why Harry couldn't visit them for Christmas)?
    Whatever happened to the duelling club and the basilisk? And Dobby? Where does this story diverge from cannon?

    Author's Response:

    Ichihime,

    Thanks for your review :). And to clear those things up:

    I intended for Snape to explain that he was Lily's friend more times than required. Mostly the man isn't aware of the count, but also because he wants to make sure Harry knows that, even though you're right...surely Harry isn't as dense not to notice that by now. That time he told him, Harry was checking facts and feeling unsure, but Snape took the chance to remind him anyway. This will be further explained later.

    Yes, I noticed that I forgot to mention that Harry does know about Death Eaters. It's from reading and asking Hermione a few questions that resulted in this knowledge. I needed him to know about them obviously, but I hadn't realized that I hadn't made that clear to the readers.

    Ron is on vacation, but floo's home for the actual Christmas day and an odd day here or there so that the family can be home for at least some section of it. I am going to make sure I keep an eye on such details, thank you for pointing them out because I understand now that while it's obvious to me, I tend to make sure my readers are aware of it as well.

    And while this story is set in second year, the actual "Chamber of Secrets" plot does not apply, therefore no Dobby, Basilisk, Petrified victims, Riddle's book, Heroic slides down dark tunnels etc.

    -Mel :)

Title: Holding on 19 Jan 2010 11:36 pm
Reviewer: Dramagirl007 (Signed) [Report This]
    Wow it's been a long time since you update last. Well it was worth the long wait. I am glad those two talked and they can be father and son again. Keep up the good work and please update ASAP. :)

    Author's Response:

    Dramagirl007,

    Yeah is has, sorry about that. Glad to hear it was worth it though, and yeah those two are working things out and getting on track again. Thank-you and I will!

    -Mel :)

Title: Holding on 19 Jan 2010 10:38 pm
Reviewer: justjoanjm (Signed) [Report This]
    Just right. :)

    Author's Response:

    Justjoanjm,

    Thanks, glad to hear it.

    -Mel :)

Title: Reactive 19 Jan 2010 8:36 pm
Reviewer: projectjay (Anonymous) [Report This]
    very cute poor little guy just needs some help. and guidance.

    Author's Response:

    Projectjay,

    Yeah, I agree. And he's gonna get some thigns he needs, soon.

    -Mel :)

Title: Holding on 19 Jan 2010 7:25 pm
Reviewer: Pandora (Signed) [Report This]
    Ooh, I wanted to melt when Harry broke down and told Snape what was bothering him, and Snape reassured Harry that he wanted to be his father. And Harry calling him Dad, and him calling Harry his "son" at the end there....well that was just too wonderful for words.

    Author's Response:

    Pandora,

    Yay, that was part of my intent. Yeah nice little moments and bonding, which will only increase with time. Thanks for the review.

    -Mel :)

Title: Beginning to unravel 19 Oct 2009 7:43 am
Reviewer: Ponytail Goddess (Signed) [Report This]
    I am majorly missing this fic, as well as Brother's of Bond! Please update a.s.a.p.!

    -P.G.

    Author's Response:

    PG,

    Yeah sorry about that. But at least you got your wish now!

    -Mel :)

Title: Beginning to unravel 14 Oct 2009 8:35 pm
Reviewer: Vampire Skye (Anonymous) [Report This]
    Awesomness! You should be exceptionally proud 2 have made this up. pleaz continue

    Author's Response:

    Vampire Skye,

    Thanks! And yes, I am really proud of my fic. I will.

    -Mel :)

Title: Beginning to unravel 14 Oct 2009 12:02 am
Reviewer: Raven Knight (Signed) [Report This]
    Oh, dear. The one time Snape doesn't put something away, Harry manages to find it. Go figure! Just Harry's luck, too! However, I loved, loved, LOVED how Harry reacted! He would react selflessly like this! I love how he thinks of his real parents and not wanting to put Snape in that position! Awesome, awesomeness!

    Ooh, and now he's annoying on purpose! There is some Slytherin in the boy after all! I can so see Snape saying, "Well, be bored indoors!" *giggles* Oh, and now he's trying to be James. He's being very clever about this.

    Oh, no! He remembered that he left the book open! Oh, the boys need to talk about this!

    I feel bad for Harry, I do, but they both need this bond, not just Harry. I'm glad Snape decided to just do it and try to talk about it though. Oh, poor Snape thinkingn it wasn't meant to last. Oh man...Good job!

    I hope you're happy! I'm getting emotional! Harry screaming that he hated him! UGH! Oh, poor Snape. And poor Harry! He knew just what horrible things to say, too! The only good thing about this situation, is that Snape knows what caused the reaction in Harry. This must be fixed! Somehow!

    Author's Response:

    Raven Knight,

    Yeah, indeed. I am thrilled that you agree and approve of Harry's reaction because to me I can't see him realistically reacting any other way. And yes, there is quite some Slytherin in the boy hehe. He has figured out that what Snape hates most about him is the James aspect and so he is using that to try and distance them.

    Snape is determined to fix things, he will sooner realize that the boy needs this bond with him before he realizes that he needs it as well. Snape is as unsure and insecure as Harry in terms of their future. Both are not used to being granted such happiness or a family that actually cares about them.

    I wanted it to have the emotional effect, glad it did even though it was terrible for the boys. Yes, it will need some fixing and Snape isn't going to let this go so easily! Thanks for the review!!

    -Mel :)

Title: Beginning to unravel 09 Oct 2009 3:55 pm
Reviewer: Wyrsa (Anonymous) [Report This]
    Oh, that WAS strong emotional impact all right. And Snape is able to think and act accordingly to situation even under ultimate amount of stress. Yay to professor, he is as smart as they come, and to you for great job!
    (IMHO the part with acsidental overhearing of Harry's words was not nesessary, but that's only my opinion. Thank you for the story, it's special for me) Can't wait to see next part, sure (almost ) Snape's got right idea.)

    Author's Response:

    Wyrsa,

    Thanks, glad to hear it as I was aiming for that. The part with the accdiental overhearing of Harry's words were necessary, just maybe not yet ;). I'm happy to hear you feel that way about the fic. I thank you for the review! Snape's getting there, but he still has some learning and adjusting to do. Harry too.

    -Mel :)


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