Ravenclaw!
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Harry receives a very special gift on his 16th birthday that leads him to the help he needs...Snape is finding respite from his growing pressures and discovers one in need of help. Despite himself, he finds he CAN grow close to another living being. Only..."everything would've been so much simpler if it'd actually been a cat"...
Takes Place: 6th summer
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Snape flavour: None
Tags: Adoption, Creature!fic, Kidnapped, Snape-meets-Dursleys
Categories: Parental Snape > Guardian Snape
Membership status: Member
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Reviews by Ponytail Goddess
Rated: 16+
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Warnings: Abusive Dursleys, Neglect, Torture, Violence
Chapters: 51 - Completed: No - Updated: 23 Dec 2010 / 09 Dec 2007
Series: None - Challenges: None
Chapters: 51 - Completed: No - Updated: 23 Dec 2010 / 09 Dec 2007
Series: None - Challenges: None
| Title: Chapter 32: Chapter 32 Alone in the Dark | 13 Apr 2009 |
| Reviewer: Ponytail Goddess (Signed) |
- Oh no, is there some sort of trap in the common room? Dumbledore has chosen a terrible time to put Snape out, as Harry really needs him now that he's found out about Remus. What a surprise--I can't wait to hear the story behind that.
Hehe, I like that Shadow turned green too. The whole potions lab scene was very amusing; I love it when Slughorn talks about a cat who can make potions. Lol, good work!
-P.G.
Author's Response:
thank you !
By the way, the important part about the REmus conversation was the one that Harry couldn't hear because he left; but that's always the thing with eavesdropping ;-)
| Title: Chapter 33: Chapter 33-You Just Can't Get Enough | 19 Apr 2009 |
| Reviewer: Ponytail Goddess (Signed) |
- Cruel author! That's a mean cliffie! Grr... Other than that, I really enjoyed the chapter. This one had some particularly funny parts, like Shadow's tail being green and then Harry looking for green hairs on his head, only to have Ron tell him he should be looking lower, lol. I'm surprised he didn't get smacked by Hermione for that comment.
I also liked this phrase: "Just Voldemort wanting to say hullo, nothing serious." Harry, don't you know you should be worried about this?!
I have a bit of a theory about what might have happened to Draco, but I better not put it down here. I hadn't realized how many people actually read reviews on other people's stories; I don't want to give anything away if I'm right.
I'm excited to read what happens next--I hope the next chapter comes soon!
-P.G.
Author's Response:
That's funny how I hate cliffies in others' stories, and keep put some in mine!
You haven't see the end of Shadow's tail neither ;-)
Next chapter... I have to ask Raewhit if we should put some 'warning' before, I'm not sure, I remember this chapter was a bit hard to write...
| Title: Chapter 34: Chapter 34-Never Look Back | 26 Apr 2009 |
| Reviewer: Ponytail Goddess (Signed) |
- Oh, wow! I loved Harry's look into Severus' life, though it was very sad. I really like the idea of Harry taking the mask off of Severus and telling him that he is his "Man in Black." I think there was a lot of meaning behind those words and Severus probably got it.
I was a bit confused that Harry seemed to wake up as boy when he had went to sleep as a cat when he saved Severus. Could you explain what happens there?
Now I really want to know what Harry saw on everyone's faces as Severus flooed away. I can't wait to read more!
-P.G.
P.S. I couldn't believe Harry said that he was "Severus' son" out loud! Wow, I wonder what the teachers think about that!
Author's Response:
A bit sad indeed ;-) You'll se very soon that there was indeed a lot of meaning behind that scene...
as for Harry, remember that in his dream, he suddenly changed from cat to human? Well he didn't do it in dream only, actually. But shifting shape happens to him often whiles he sleep, that how he was discovered the first time!
I can also tell you that Dumbledore wisely changed Severus' pyjamas to robes back during that time ;-p Not so stupid, after all!
As for what Harry saw, I think you can guess it: regret and sorrow from all of the professor left ;-)
| Title: Chapter 35: Chapter 35- Where Your Heart Lies | 06 May 2009 |
| Reviewer: Ponytail Goddess (Signed) |
- Oh, I like what you did with the mark. Very clever. I know Severus is very disturbed by the idea, but I think it will prove very helpful. If Harry is captured, he could summon Severus to him to help or he could alert Severus of danger through the mark. I don't think Harry will misuse it either.
I'm very excited to hear Sev and Harry talk next chapter! I wonder if adoption will be brought up soon :D...I hope so! Good work!
-P.G.
Author's Response:
Well, it can be helpful or desastrous, depending of what they will do of it... but no, Harry wouldn't misuse it. It's going to be a real challenge though!
The adoption is now dealt with ( one way or another ) in French, but it's chapter 35 ;-)
| Title: Chapter 36: Chapter 36 - A Long, Long, Time ago | 19 May 2009 |
| Reviewer: Ponytail Goddess (Signed) |
- Harry's feeling Snape's emotions through the mark, eh? I bet he just thinks it's because he's drunk. I wonder if he'll realize it's something more next chapter. Is it possible that Loki's Remus' son? That would explain why he is somewhat tolerant of his actions. And is it actually possible that Harry is Sev's? I think I'm just as confused as Harry, lol (I'm sure it's all in the next chapter though).
I'm glad that Severus handled the green room well. I was really worried about how he'd react to Harry going in there. I like that you had him get rid of the memory though--really, it is probably best that he wasn't dwelling on such a sad event when he was alone. I think he'll be able to stomach the memories better with Harry there to distract him.
Oh, and I love how you wrote the exact moment when Harry realizes the room is Lily's. You expressed his shock and anger at Severus for not sharing it so well. I also like how he was just totally overwhelmed and had to leave. That was the best part of this chapter, really. It was written very cleverly. Great job!
-P.G.
Author's Response:
Well, to be honest, Harry is drunk... and a little dense. It just doesn't occure to him that he could be anyting else than just some good perception of him. Good boy.
As for Loki... well, it' s probably a bit obvious ;-)
Harry is getting very enthusiastic with Snape talking about family, but he truly is James' biological son here, this will not develop into a Severitus. Unless I have some strange idea later in this story, but so far... no!
Poor Harry and Severus really had a hard chapter there ;-) thank you !
| Title: Chapter 37: Chapter 37- Curiosity Killed The Cat | 16 Aug 2009 |
| Reviewer: Ponytail Goddess (Signed) |
- Oh my...Draco was caught letting Loki in! I like how you've added in elements from J.K.'s 6th book into your story.
My favorite parts were when Severus was comforting Harry while he slept. Even though Harry's embarrassed about his declaration, I think Severus did need to hear it, even if he doesn't particularly like displays of affection. I think it's brought Severus even closer to Harry.
I'm surprised about how well poor Severus is taking his mark going off all the time. It must be horrible, being summoned and not being able to answer it or get relief from the summoning.
Anyway, I hope Harry stops avoiding people soon. I imagine he's really hurt Remus at this point and I'm sure Severus would prefer his company too. Harry has always been the sort of person who needs his friends and needs other people; I'm not sure that his alone time is doing him any good.
Great chapter--I'm so happy to finally get to read more!
-P.G.
Author's Response:
I try too, yes, it's funny to mix my story and the original one :-)
Well, both Severus and Harry need a lot of reassurance and have a lot of affection to make up for the years they didn't get any, but it's not like it's easy for any of them. All things considered, they are even pretty good at this, in their own way!
As for the mark, knowing that it's Harry and not Voldemort calling must make it a lot easier to bear for Snape. And Harry is never very far.
| Title: Chapter 39: Chapter 39: Shadows of the Past | 16 Sep 2009 |
| Reviewer: Ponytail Goddess (Signed) |
- Very nice chapter--I'm glad that you conveyed how Snape would be hurt too if Harry refused the offer. I cannot imagine how it would feel on either side if one wanted it and the other didn't, so it's good that they both agree!
I was really excited to finally hear Loki's story as well! You've crafted the argument between Severus and Remus very well; I don't know who to believe because both sides seem valid. Great job!
-P.G.
Author's Response: Thank you! I am really trying to keep a 'not all white' SNape, though this is hard ;-) and yes, he definetely has made some mistakes here. Not that he will admit it, of course!
| Title: Chapter 40: Chapter 40: Ghosts | 29 Sep 2009 |
| Reviewer: Ponytail Goddess (Signed) |
- Oooh, that ending really smarted. I'm not surprised that Harry said what he did at the end, trying to use Severus like that, but it didn't make it any less horrible. Poor Severus is probably about to embark on a nice guilt trip, courtesy of Harry. Ouch.
I really enjoyed the stories about Severus' relatives and how Harry's emotions bounced back and forth and Sev during this chapter. Really, it was all quite good. I'm excited to see how they solve their latest problem; please update soon!
-P.G.
P.S. I have to tell you, I just got a cat and it's a black male named Shadow, lol! I own Snape's cat! I thought I might try and take a picture of him with a white lightning bolt on his head for Halloween...he'd be cute dressed as Harry Potter/Shadow from your story. I'll see what I can do (he's not a big fan of getting his picture taken, so it might take me several tries to get the photo, lol)!
Author's Response:
oh yes it was a bit naughty! But well, circumstances... I think he can be excused.
I hope I'll be able to develop more of Severus' family's story, but probably not in this story.
Oh and you're cat, that's just too funny! I totally want to see pictures! Does he like to take showers, too ? ;-)
| Title: Chapter 41: Chapter 41: Dirty Little Secrets | 21 Oct 2009 |
| Reviewer: Ponytail Goddess (Signed) |
- Great chapter--I was astonished by how much was going on. It was a good one with Halloween coming too because of the creepy scenes you wrote about the Dursley's house. When Harry was worried about the who might pop out of the attic or his room, I had to go and turn more lights on in my house, lol.
Anyways, I hope we get to see how Dumbley reacts to the locket. I can't wait to see what has been happening with it. I'm guessing that it's not a horcrux if it's been in the Evans' possession for years upon years.
Oooh, I hope we get more soon!
-P.G.
-P.G.
Author's Response:
thank you very much! It's true that the timing is right ;-) I'm glad I made you freak out lol, I didn't realize that it was so creepy!
Oh, about the locket, trust me you will soon know about it! There is a lot more about it than meet the eyes. Actually there is an hint in Lily's letter that the thing is not exactly what it is supposed to... wait and see ;-)
| Title: Chapter 45: Chapter 45: The Day of Truth, Part 3 | 26 Mar 2010 |
| Reviewer: Ponytail Goddess (Signed) |
- Fabulous work--how did I miss this chapter!? I loved the drama between Draco and Lucius, oh my, and the wonderful conversation between work and Harry with the crystal. I'm shocked that Snape was able to keep his arm a secret from Harry, but relieved too, as that might have been a deal-breaker. Hehe, I can just picture Hermione getting all of those sigs, too. Nice touch.
Wonderful work!
-P.G.
Author's Response: Trust Hermione to save the day ;-)