Hufflepuff!
Snape discovers Umbridge's preferred method of detention.
Takes Place: 5th Year
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Snape flavour: Canon Snape, Snape Comforts
Tags: None
Categories: Teacher Snape > Trusted Mentor Snape, Teacher Snape > Professor Snape
Membership status: Member
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Reviews by anathi
Rated: K
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Warnings: Abusive Dursleys, Neglect
Chapters: 4 - Completed: Yes - Updated: 19 Oct 2017 / 04 Jul 2009
Series: None - Challenges: Not such a protector after all
Chapters: 4 - Completed: Yes - Updated: 19 Oct 2017 / 04 Jul 2009
Series: None - Challenges: Not such a protector after all
| Title: Chapter 2: A Touch of Ravenclaw | 31 Oct 2013 |
| Reviewer: anathi (Signed) |
- Do continue! It's absolutely brilliant. Your writing is so poetic. And I love the part about Ron almost being put in Ravenclaw! You definitely need to continue to explain why Ron needed the library and Snape.
Snape and Lily promised each other when they were younger to be together always. Events of course changed that, but is it possible that a promise, one of a lifetime, can be fulfilled if one counts on love to lead the way?
Takes Place: 4th summer - Snape flavour: None
Tags: Alternate Universe, Runaway, Snape-meets-Dursleys
Categories: Parental Snape > Stepfather Snape, Teacher Snape > Professor Snape
Takes Place: 4th summer - Snape flavour: None
Tags: Alternate Universe, Runaway, Snape-meets-Dursleys
Categories: Parental Snape > Stepfather Snape, Teacher Snape > Professor Snape
Rated: T
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Warnings: Profanity, Romance/Het
Chapters: 10 - Completed: Yes - Updated: 23 Jan 2011 / 23 Jan 2011
Series: None - Challenges: None
Chapters: 10 - Completed: Yes - Updated: 23 Jan 2011 / 23 Jan 2011
Series: None - Challenges: None
| Title: Chapter 10: Promise of a Lifetime | 27 Jan 2011 |
| Reviewer: anathi (Signed) |
- What a touching story! This is the happy ending we all want to see. There are so many unique ideas, like the Dursleys at Grimmauld - that in itself could be a story!
I'd love to see a longer version, with greater scene and character development.
To have a better mental image of the scenes, it'd help to hear a bit more about what the character's are doing when not engaged in dialogue. For example, how do the others react to that conversation between Severus and Petunia? Also, besides Molly, no one reacts to Severus' condition - is it a normal occurence to them, or do they not care? And why was he injured?
The moment with Severus singing to Harry is so magical...it could be developed a little more, too. It'd be nice to have him sing again, in the end, for example, to show how happy he is. Lily could join in, and magic could happen.
The idea of Vis Vinco was beautiful - it'd be nice to see the implications for their current lives. How much did Sev and Lily know about their power before? Did they ever summon a doe?
The details showing Lily and Severus hesitant to pursue their relationship are touching, too. I'd like to see a bit more conflict - how did they get to the point where they felt okay with sleeping with each other? I'm not convinced they would have shared a room from the beginning, either, trying to respect the vows and be mindful of Harry's feelings.
The Tobias scene was interesting - perhaps you could touch on the subject a couple more times between the Tuney's comment in the beginning and when he arrives at the house? And how did people react to Tuney's comments?
Also, did Lily age during the time she was in 'limbo'?
And what are the implications when Voldemort returns and Snape must take up spying?
Hope you don't mind me sharing all these thoughts. Keep writing! I'm looking forward to seeing what you do next!
Author's Response: Thank you very much for taking time out of your day to leave me such a kind review. I really do appreciate it. In response to your request of this story being longer, I'm not sure if I will find time to make it longer. You're very correct with the fact that I could have developed it so much more and delved into more of the scenes. The only issue is that I have 4 WIP that I'm attempting to update regularly again. So I'm not sure if I will have time to delve into this story again. If I do update this story again, I'm sure you'll get the alert. But for now, I'm just saying it's finished. Hopefully, I'll find some time to add more to it sometime. Thanks again for writing me such a nice review about your thoughts and hopes for the future of this fic. I'm very appreciative. Thank you. :)
Rather than allowing Harry to stay at Diagon Alley after he blew up Aunt Marge, the Ministry sends Harry back to the Dursleys. Harry returns to school after a terrible summer, to find that he's not the only one with this kind of secret. A student has been killed by his family. New screening measures are put into place by the Ministry: Every student must be given a medical exam and interview to look for child abuse. With Dumbledore facing an inquiry, Snape is entrusted with the task of making sure EVERYONE receives one.
Takes Place: 3rd Year - Snape flavour: None
Tags: Alternate Universe, Snape-meets-Dursleys
Categories: Healer Snape, Parental Snape > Biological Father Snape, Parental Snape > Guardian Snape
Takes Place: 3rd Year - Snape flavour: None
Tags: Alternate Universe, Snape-meets-Dursleys
Categories: Healer Snape, Parental Snape > Biological Father Snape, Parental Snape > Guardian Snape
Rated: 16+
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Warnings: Abusive Dursleys, Character Death, Neglect, Self-harm, Suicide Themes, Violence
Chapters: 62 - Completed: Yes - Updated: 27 Nov 2014 / 24 Feb 2011
Series: None - Challenges: New Measures for Screening Abuse
Chapters: 62 - Completed: Yes - Updated: 27 Nov 2014 / 24 Feb 2011
Series: None - Challenges: New Measures for Screening Abuse
| Title: Chapter 15: Halloween, 1979 | 13 Apr 2011 |
| Reviewer: anathi (Signed) |
- Loving this story! You have great attention to detail. This chapter was done really well. Interesting how you contrasted the two Severuses, and had his older self reflecting on his younger self.
And I also loved the "still (best friends)?", "still" quote. I always hoped their last encounter wasn't the fallout at Hogwarts.
Also nice to see an alternative interpretation of Sev's love for Lily.
It should be interesting what folks at Hogwarts will learn about Harry's history now.
Update soon!
Author's Response: I just always felt that unrequited love was not enough of a reason for Severus' devotion to Lily. I wanted something deeper here--I'm not really a romantic and carrying a torch for somone for all those years after their death seems sad. I'm glad you like the different take.
| Title: Chapter 25: Mrs. Weasley Arrives | 12 Jun 2011 |
| Reviewer: anathi (Signed) |
- Thanks for another quick update! You do a great job with delicate topics in your story. At first I was surprised by Ginny's actions, but the explanation about Neville was very believable. And it's great that you haven't forgotten about Neville; he's real and more than just a plot point, even while he's dead.
It's interesting to see the different reactions to Tribuo Vita. Look forward to learning more about it!
I love this line:
Mr. Weasly looked thunderstruck, "I love Muggles." he whispered, fervently.
I didn't think he could become any more enthralled with Muggles!
Mrs. Weasley's anger was justified, and I've always wondered how Albus can seem so carefree about the children being in contact with the Horcruxes - like sending Harry to hunt them down! - but I do hope Albus doesn't become the bad guy in this story.
What a cliffhanger! Can't wait to find out who sent the Patronus (I'm assuming that's what the flash of light was) and why.
Keep up the great work!
| Title: Chapter 30: House Elf and Late Night Tea | 13 Aug 2011 |
| Reviewer: anathi (Signed) |
- Glad you're feeling better.
Ah, I wasn't expecting the house-elf twist. Should be interesting when Severus' figures it out!
I love how you show their feelings without spelling it out here:
" 'You were friends?' Potter asked.
Severus clenched the hand that wasn't holding his teacup.
The child dropped his eyes and cringed a little as though he expected to be cuffed. "
I wonder how Harry will come to learn of Severus' true feelings.
Looking forward to your next update!
In the summer before Harry's second year, it's discovered that Lily didn't die, but was instead held prisoner for several years.
Takes Place: 2nd summer - Snape flavour: None
Tags: Alternate Universe
Categories: Parental Snape > Guardian Snape
Takes Place: 2nd summer - Snape flavour: None
Tags: Alternate Universe
Categories: Parental Snape > Guardian Snape
Rated: T
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Warnings: Neglect, Profanity, Romance/Het
Chapters: 14 - Completed: No - Updated: 24 Feb 2014 / 02 Mar 2011
Series: None - Challenges: None
Chapters: 14 - Completed: No - Updated: 24 Feb 2014 / 02 Mar 2011
Series: None - Challenges: None
| Title: Chapter 7: The Sweetest Sadness | 20 Apr 2011 |
| Reviewer: anathi (Signed) |
- Very intriguing! I do hope that they will get to be a family eventually. The challenges you introduce are realistic and will make it so much more rewarding in the end after these three (hopefully!) make it through.
Hope they learn a bit more about each other soon! Wonder who's dead! And looking forward to Remus's appearance. Lily made a good poit-why wouldn't Remus-or anyone-have visited Harry? It's really interesting how she has a fresh perspective on things.
Author's Response:
Thank you for your lovely comments, anathi! I do believe you win the "make-me-grin-at-my-computer-like-an-idiot" Award for this week! ;-)
I hope you will continue to enjoy the coming chapters! Thanks for reading!
-VS
Following the death of Sirius, Harry isn't sure what to make of the sudden appearance of a six-year-old boy. The pair form a bond, unaware they're half-brothers, and Harry decides to take the boy to Hogwarts and hide him there. To aide the boy's education, Harry anonymously exchanges letters with Snape.
A story of a how a young boy becomes a father-figure to another while their own father is oblivious of their biological existence. But can sixteen-year-old Harry give what he himself has not gained? Can he go an entire year without being discovered? Just how far will Severus go to find the writer of those letters...Or are some things best left unknown?
Takes Place: 6th summer, 6th Year, 7th summer, 8 - Pre Epilogue (adult Harry) - Snape flavour: Canon Snape
Tags: Alternate Universe, Child fic, Kidnapped, Runaway, Sibling Addition, Snape-meets-Dursleys
Categories: Parental Snape > Biological Father Snape, Teacher Snape > Trusted Mentor Snape
A story of a how a young boy becomes a father-figure to another while their own father is oblivious of their biological existence. But can sixteen-year-old Harry give what he himself has not gained? Can he go an entire year without being discovered? Just how far will Severus go to find the writer of those letters...Or are some things best left unknown?
Takes Place: 6th summer, 6th Year, 7th summer, 8 - Pre Epilogue (adult Harry) - Snape flavour: Canon Snape
Tags: Alternate Universe, Child fic, Kidnapped, Runaway, Sibling Addition, Snape-meets-Dursleys
Categories: Parental Snape > Biological Father Snape, Teacher Snape > Trusted Mentor Snape
Rated: K+
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Warnings: Alcohol Use, Character Death, Neglect, Violence
Chapters: 33 - Completed: No - Updated: 06 Oct 2013 / 04 Mar 2011
Series: None - Challenges: None
Chapters: 33 - Completed: No - Updated: 06 Oct 2013 / 04 Mar 2011
Series: None - Challenges: None
| Title: Chapter 4: The Existence of Advantage | 16 Mar 2011 |
| Reviewer: anathi (Signed) |
- Great idea!
You have me intrigued by the pensieve incident!
It will be interesting to see the conflict between Harry's new priorities and old interests.
I also like how Toby formed a different opinion about Snape despite what Harry said. He seems quite intuitive! It would be cool to have another encounter with Snape, before the discovery.
I'm looking forward to more letter exchanges, too! Maybe Harry will start seeking parenting advice from Snape...things could get interesting!
Keep up the good work!
Author's Response:
Thanks. Yeah, I'm taking my time with that incident since it's an important plot point. And true, as time goes along Harry will begin to experience that conflict. Because when he has to devote all his spare time to a child, the things he wants to do will take second priority. Yes, Toby is quite like his father in that way ;). There will be a few more Snape encounters before the discovery, in fact they will even have a face-to-face soon enough.
The letters start as mentioned, such as for the potions questions, but I created them for another reason, so yes, Harry will be writing about more off-topic things as well. As for parenting advice...hm, would one really dare to ask that of Severus Snape? And they will get interesting the more the correspondance goes along.
I will, and thank-you for your review! :)
| Title: Chapter 9: Gryffindors and Slytherins - part 2 | 26 Mar 2011 |
| Reviewer: anathi (Signed) |
- You're doing a great job!
I love how there are so many unresolved plot lines, and the feeling that the Toby-secret is precarious as the number of people who know is growing quickly.
Everyone is really in character (I can't stand the soppy Draco/Severus or the vicious Dumbledore).
I'm especially glad to see Draco's growing role. I always thought his struggle towards the end of the books was interesting and deserved more attention.
And thanks for including more of Irma (go woman!). I like the hints that she knows and sees things others might not. And it was quite Severus-like of her to admonish his inability to recall the source of the quote.
Awaiting your next update. Keep at it!
| Title: Chapter 12: The Spreading of Suspicion | 02 Apr 2011 |
| Reviewer: anathi (Signed) |
- It's great! I love how you integrate minor characters - the ghosts! That was creative. I hope we see more of them.
I loved the interaction between Irma and Harry, too. I hope Harry goes back and confides in her, or asks her more about her story, before the "discovery".
A question - does Snape know Harry's his son, deep down, because your statement "Severus noticed that the change in the teenager was beginning to reflect externally as well" sounds like he's looking for signs.
For reviews, what if you add an interesting question for people to answer in the reviews after each chapter? It could be about their opinions regarding what happend or what might happen.
Keep at it!
Author's Response: Yeah, I can't just write about main characters in a story like this, I have to include the others as well as everyone has a part to play. Yes, there will be more of them in later chapters. Irma's character is one I intend to keep bringing into the story as she is very important later on. Harry will know most of the story before the "discovery" as you've called it.
No, Snape doesn't know that Harry's his son, although deep down he can't deny that some things are quite similar or odd. This will be a little more evident later. All he knows is that something has changed with Harry a it's tht change he's keeping an eye on as he tries to understand what it means. He is looking for signs though, just not what you think it is ;).
I considered that, maybe, although I think there has been a problem with the recent list too, hense less reviews lately. Thanks for yours!
| Title: Chapter 12: The Spreading of Suspicion | 02 Apr 2011 |
| Reviewer: anathi (Signed) |
- It's great! I love how you integrate minor characters - the ghosts! That was creative. I hope we see more of them.
I loved the interaction between Irma and Harry, too. I hope Harry goes back and confides in her, or asks her more about her story, before the "discovery".
A question - does Snape know Harry's his son, deep down, because your statement "Severus noticed that the change in the teenager was beginning to reflect externally as well" sounds like he's looking for signs.
For reviews, what if you add an interesting question for people to answer in the reviews after each chapter? It could be about their opinions regarding what happend or what might happen.
Keep at it!