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Reviews For O Mine Enemy
Author's Response: I'm so glad you like his characterization! XOXO back atcha! ;)
The end of this chapter had me choked up a little too. And I was just as startled as Harry when Snape had his little outburst about how hating Harry is no longer effortless. It makes me wonder when Harry will have the same thoughts about Snape; I don't think, at this point, that he can hate Snape as much as he used to. As you put it, they're not exactly best friends now, not even close, but they're slowly forming an understanding of each other (with Snape's understanding of Harry progressing more than Harry's understanding of Snape). The idea of Dobby popping in and out all night to check on Harry was funny, mainly because it's a counterproductive way to ensure that Harry gets an undisturbed night's sleep; and then Dobby being a messenger between Harry and Snape - what fun! I also laughed at Harry's attempt at the first exercise (as someone whose past attempts at meditation ended with the same intrusion of extraneous thoughts and loss of focus, I can sympathize). But then, reading about the cupboard... I wanted to give Harry a hug; he thinks he doesn't really need parental love now, but the does, or at least someone to see that he's still a child who needs to be looked after. Snape's a good candidate. I have a sneaking suspicion that he asked Dobby to monitor Harry's sleep not necessarily because he doesn't trust Harry (though that might be one of the reasons) but because he wants to know ASAP if Harry's stuck in a nightmare and needs to be rescued from it; deep deep down, he's worried. I hope Harry gets more lessons in cunning from Snape (even though Snape's little outburst wasn't too smooth or cunning - funny how on the one hand Snape can be so inscrutable, but then at the next moment he can totally lose his temper). Their conversations are wonderful. You have a blend in this story of very absorbing drama mixed in with sarcasm and humor; Harry's observations, even about dark things, are often so amusing. I hope your next chapter is up soon; this story is addictive. Author's Response: This was one of my favorite chapters to write, and when you like a chapter, you really hope that the readers will like it, too. So I'm really glad that you did! I wanted to show Snape's understanding progressing more than Harry's because he's the one who started the hatred-based-relationship they've had thus far. Harry wouldn't be so insolent to him if he weren't following Snape's lead. I think Harry needs to see something worth caring about, and the only way that will happen is if Snape shows a different side of himself first. I kinda feel like I gave something away here, but then I remember - the "Snape mentors Harry" bit in the story summary kinda gave it all away before the story even started! ;) P.S. And yes, I too think that Snape's sending of Dobby had a little more worry attached to it than Harry imagines.
1. Harry could probably find a way to get into trouble even if he was locked in a padded room. 2. One step forward, two steps back (this chapter being a 'one step forward' chapter. It's almost like Snape and Harry are playing "Mother, may I?" Do you know that game? Except in this case it's "Kirby Lane, may we?" May we take one small step towards developing an extremely shaky, but somewhat genial relationship before either one of us kills the other? A bit of a stupid thought, but funny, regardless. Anyway, I'm going to send this off before it gets deleted AGAIN. I loved the chapter and can't wait for more. Author's Response: Thank you for wanting to leave a review so much that you tried three times! You are awesome! ;) 1. haha LOLOLOL! I laughed when I read that - it is so true! hehe 2. I played that game once or twice when I was little, but I don't remember it very well. I get the idea, though. Only, Snape and Harry keep asking me if they can just continue to hate each other, and I keep throwing them together in hopes that they don't. So I'll take the credit for the one step forward and blame them for the two steps back. ;)
Author's Response: Thank you, Jan! Words of encouragement from you are always enough to brighten my day! :)
(insert evil laughter here) Oh the joys of fanfiction - you can do whatever the hell you want, and no one raises an eyebrow XD I like the whole Seer idea, btw. Very inventive XD And Snapey gets a million points for sticking around when Harry asks (*cough*BEGS*cough* LOL) him to, and also because he now is the main character in his very own prophecy XD Author's Response: Aw, puddles of love? He would be so mad at you for insinuating that he could actually *gasp* melt into puddles for anyone, much less the much-loathed Harry Potter! Quick, I'll hold back Snape - You run!!!
Author's Response: Tonight. :) I'm finished with the next chapter - I'm just not at home to update it. It may be a couple hours, but it will be updated tonight.
That whole bit is the best bit in this chapter, just because Harry is being pig-headed and an idiot and is using more upper-case letters when he speaks than I do in my reviews XD Snapey - I'm too lazy to evaluate your performance in this chapter and convert that into points because I am very tired. Though I will give you points for being part of Harry's vision and saying you'd rather eat mouldy cabbage and beetle stew. I'll leave off reviewing chapter 17 until tomorrow when I have had a decent injection of caffeine, otherwise you'll be subject to a review that practically defines cruel and unusual punishment XD Author's Response: Yes, Harry needs to learn to control those upper case letters sometimes, tsk tsk. Caffeine...you, Sweartoad, are a reviewer after my own heart. ;)
See, even Harry has picked up on your distressing lack of social skills, Snapey, and we all know he's not very subtle (yeah, I know, I'm not being very generous and I know that Harry picks up on a lot of small details, but he's always been rather stupid when it comes to Snape so yeah XD) Plus more 20-questions with Snape! I luff. (and apparently I have forgotten everything I learned about grammar and spelling at school. Ah well XD) Here is some chocolate (with caramel if you so desire) and some chai tea. Because chai is yummy XD (and it is also what I've been snorting into whilst reading this entire chapter XD) Author's Response: I love writing the Q&A's, so it thrills me that ya'll seem to like reading it! YAY! And let me tell you this...I LOVE CHAI TEA!!!!! I had to make a special trip to get some after I initially read this review, because you just started up the craving. YOU are AWESOME!!!
LOL. Snapey - 10 points for being a snarky git, and also for helping Harry while in the throes of a dream (wow, that is a really bad choice of words XD) Harry - I feel a little bit bad for you, seeing as in the not-so-distant future you'll probably be locked up in a basement being drained of all your vital fluids and all that. Then again, my sympathy is tempered by the fact that I just know that, in some way, shape or form Snapey will come to your rescue, so really, it all works out XD (lol, a fangirl can always dream XD) Author's Response: Will he? And will he? Hmm...we'll see soon, won't we? :) ;)
Ah, propaganda. Gotta love it XD I bet in a year's time when it opens Voldemort will be all like SURPRISE, SUCKERS! and in control. “Yeah, but who’s gonna protect him from Sna – ow!” Ron rubbed his sore arm, eyes shooting daggers at Hermione." I love Ron. He's always the best. Plus a lot of people seem to think he's only there for comic relief and that at the first sight of trouble he turns on Harry, but I'm glad to see he's getting his place as Harry's BFF (LOL I can't believe I just used 'bff' ... someone shoot me XD). Author's Response: I love Ron, too! Sure, he's impulsive & such, but he's not Harry's best friend for nothing! |
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