the Black Cat
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In the Wizarding World, Father Christmas exists. Of course, not all witches and wizards know this, because only children who would not receive presents otherwise are given a present from the man himself. But when something unexpected comes up Christmas Eve, he’s in the market for two substitute Santas to tag-team his complicated route. Who better to ask than the boy whose name has been on his list almost ten years running, and the man who has forgotten what Christmas once meant for him? Either Father Christmas is crazy to put Harry Potter and Severus Snape on the same team, or he knows something they don’t. One way or another, it’s going to be one heck of a gamble if he wants all the gifts delivered on time. Entrant in 2013 Holiday Fic Fest.
Takes Place: 1st Year
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Snape flavour: Snape is Kind
Tags: None
Categories: Fic Fests > #15 Winter Fest 2013, Snape Equal Status to Harry > Comrades Snape and Harry
Membership status: Member
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Reviews by shadowienne
Rated: K+
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Warnings: None
Chapters: 9 - Completed: Yes - Updated: 11 Jan 2014 / 10 Jan 2014
Series: A Christmas Gamble - Challenges: None
Chapters: 9 - Completed: Yes - Updated: 11 Jan 2014 / 10 Jan 2014
Series: A Christmas Gamble - Challenges: None
| Title: Chapter 8: The Future of Father Christmas | 11 Jan 2014 |
| Reviewer: shadowienne (Signed) |
- Again, wonderfully detailed background story! I sink blissfully into your descriptive narrative because it seems like it COULD be real!
Author's Response: Oh my, this review simply left me tickled pink. I am so pleased you find the backstory so immersive. I really wanted it to seem real, so I am glad you feel like it almost could be. Thanks so much for the review!
| Title: Chapter 9: Time Returns | 11 Jan 2014 |
| Reviewer: shadowienne (Signed) |
- Loved this story throughout! I read it straight through, then backtracked to post reviews so my login wouldn't get timed out at every chapter (in case you were wondering about the time/date stamp on my reviews! Ha!). This is one of the most wonderfully imaginative stories I have ever read! When I saw the action/adventure genre, I had to wonder what exactly I was in for... Well, now I know! And I never expected it to be so FUN! Thank you ever so much for writing this, Whitetail!
Author's Response: My oh, my, you came back to write reviews? Thank you so much for doing that! Too often people just plough through without a thought to review. I am so very glad you enjoyed the story. I worked really hard on it, and for someone to review every chapter as you have done makes it all worth it! The funny part was that I had intended to do a very serious story for this fest, and then in the middle of the night I burst out laughing at the thought of how fun it would be to make Severus be Father Christmas for a night! Ah, yes, I did wonder what people would think of hearing about an adventure story centred around Christmas, but I am glad that you think it fits! It is wonderful to hear that you thought it was so fun, because I know that personally, I laughed my head off on numerous occasions writing this! You are very welcome for the story, and I feel very blessed to have gotten your reviews! Cheers, shadow, and a happy late Christmas!
| Title: Chapter 9: Time Returns | 09 Dec 2021 |
| Reviewer: shadowienne (Signed) |
- Just reread this wonderful fic! One of my holiday faves! Many thanks and Merry Christmas! 🎄
Summary Snape is sent to deal with accidental magic performed at Privet Drive.(Warning - he's quite nice!)
Takes Place: 0 - Pre Hogwarts (before Harry is 11) - Snape flavour: None
Tags: Alternate Universe
Categories: Teacher Snape > Trusted Mentor Snape, Fic Fests > #15 Winter Fest 2013
Takes Place: 0 - Pre Hogwarts (before Harry is 11) - Snape flavour: None
Tags: Alternate Universe
Categories: Teacher Snape > Trusted Mentor Snape, Fic Fests > #15 Winter Fest 2013
Rated: K
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Warnings: None
Chapters: 5 - Completed: Yes - Updated: 12 Jan 2014 / 11 Jan 2014
Series: None - Challenges: None
Chapters: 5 - Completed: Yes - Updated: 12 Jan 2014 / 11 Jan 2014
Series: None - Challenges: None
| Title: Chapter 1: Hogwarts | 12 Jan 2014 |
| Reviewer: shadowienne (Signed) |
- Nice opening chapter-- loved the concept of chocolate ... droppings! Superbly gross, and just what weird wizards would go for! And now, off to Little Whinging!
Author's Response: Surely even Dumbledore must need a change from lemon drops once in a while!
| Title: Chapter 2: Privet Drive | 12 Jan 2014 |
| Reviewer: shadowienne (Signed) |
- VERNON! Hahahahaaaa!!! I'd never envisioned anything remotely like THAT! Go Harry!!! And cute, the scene with the donkey ears! I like the fairer-minded version of Snape-- great interaction between him and the other characters at Number 4.
Author's Response: :-) Glad Snape's ok even when he's being nice.
| Title: Chapter 3: Saturday Shopping | 12 Jan 2014 |
| Reviewer: shadowienne (Signed) |
- Awww! Harry finally has the bedroom he deserves, and Dudley can turn green with envy, if all of the magical items don't terrify the Muggle cousin first! Cool to fit a family friend into Harry's visit to Diagon Alley-- it really helps to round out his total experience!
Author's Response: Yes, don't think Dudley will venture into his second bedroom now.
| Title: Chapter 4: Nativity Play Evening | 12 Jan 2014 |
| Reviewer: shadowienne (Signed) |
- Yay! Loved to see Charity taking part in Harry's new life, and don't kids say the darnedest things! And what a surprise-- off to Hogwarts! That will be the icing on the Christmas cake!
Author's Response: I suspect Harry will get spoilt rotten for the day.
| Title: Chapter 5: Christmas Day | 12 Jan 2014 |
| Reviewer: shadowienne (Signed) |
- This is a terrific Christmas story! Young Harry is absolutely adorable, and so grateful for the changes in his life-- he writes thank you cards from the goodness of his heart! And Snape is such a sympathetic character throughout, despite a touch of snarkiness, even though it's directed toward people other than Harry. Enjoyed it so much, rosina! Thanks!
Author's Response: Thanks for all your nice comments. Much appreciated!
| Title: Chapter 5: Christmas Day | 12 Jan 2014 |
| Reviewer: shadowienne (Signed) |
- This is a terrific Christmas story! Young Harry is absolutely adorable, and so grateful for the changes in his life-- he writes thank you cards from the goodness of his heart! And Snape is such a sympathetic character throughout, despite a touch of snarkiness, even though it's directed toward people other than Harry. Enjoyed it so much, rosina! Thanks!
Severus has a coincidental meeting with a very open young boy. They talk - mostly the boy. Afterwards he can’t get the boy out of his mind. Entry into the Holiday Fic Feast of 2013.
Takes Place: 0 - Pre Hogwarts (before Harry is 11) - Snape flavour: None
Tags: None
Categories: Fic Fests > #15 Winter Fest 2013, Misc > All written in Snape's POV
Takes Place: 0 - Pre Hogwarts (before Harry is 11) - Snape flavour: None
Tags: None
Categories: Fic Fests > #15 Winter Fest 2013, Misc > All written in Snape's POV
Rated: K
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Warnings: Abusive Dursleys, Neglect, Profanity
Chapters: 4 - Completed: Yes - Updated: 13 Jan 2014 / 13 Jan 2014
Series: None - Challenges: None
Chapters: 4 - Completed: Yes - Updated: 13 Jan 2014 / 13 Jan 2014
Series: None - Challenges: None
| Title: Chapter 4: Silent Night | 01 Jan 2015 |
| Reviewer: shadowienne (Signed) |
- I just reread this, and I enjoyed it every bit as much as I did last year!