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Reviews For O Mine Enemy
Can't wait for when Dumbledore arrives! I love how the Occlumency book is so boring that Harry is rereading the same paragraph over and over again, that is how I sometimes feel about my homework.. Author's Response: hehe, it'll be alright! I promise! I try to give occasional breaks from cliffies, but sometimes I do get in the mood... ;) Thanks for the review!
Author's Response: Thank you for the review! I'm so glad you're enjoying the story!
I also adored the little quip about Snape being a Master of most things - except interpersonal relationships! LOL Author's Response: Hi again! :) Thank you for your kind comments. I like the Q&A game, too - it's a lot of fun to write, and I think at this point there's no way in H-E-double-broomsticks that they would confide these things to each other unless they were each getting something out of the deal.
Um, is there a cure or treatment for ADHD in the wizarding world, that would allow Harry to focus, and learn - because it is clear that he is intelligent, simply distracted and impulsive. Author's Response: Are you a teacher? :) Most of my family are teachers, and my roommate is actually a special education teacher - she works with quite a few kids with learning and attention disorders. It was just funny to hear you refer to terms she uses all the time. ;) I hadn't thought of Harry as having ADHD specifically, though it's an interesting idea. In his case I was thinking more along the lines that he has a hard time focusing on things that he doesn't see as important...like Potions and Occlumency. He quite simply doesn't care about those subjects, and I think trying to focus on a huge jargon-filled book about a subject you don't care about would make anyone a little antsy. (Especially with everything else on his mind.) Hermione, on the other hand, I'm sure would be thrilled! :) As for a treatment...well, I'm not going the ADHD route specifically, but I'm sure a task-oriented mentor would be able to figure out a few things to help. Hmm...where could we find such a person, I wonder? ;) Thank you for the review!
Author's Response: Thanks for the review! And welcome back from vacation!
I love how they barter questions back and forth, it's a way for them to get to know one another without actually admitting that they want to know each other. I also liked how Harry pointed out that Snape really never gave him much of a chance to learn Occlumency correctly. Maybe it'll hit home with the Potions professor. Looking forward to the next chapter! Author's Response: Thanks for the review! I hope you continue to read & enjoy!
Author's Response: Thank you for the review! Yes, improvement is looming...slow but steady! :)
And now my two favorite parts of the chapter! Part one: Yes, sir,” Harry answered automatically, picking up the book. May as well quit while he was ahead. He could celebrate later that Snape had forgotten he had another turn left– “Oh, and Potter?” Snape interrupted his thoughts, “My round of questions shall be considered delayed, rather than forfeited. I fully intend to collect, I assure you.” LOVED IT!!!! Just when Harry thought that he had won the battle, and outsmarted Snape...! Perfect! And number two: “If you are in such dire need of a break, go to the laboratory and begin your puffer-fish sorting. I’ll expect you back in fifteen minutes to continue your reading.” “Er…no thanks. I’m at a…really good spot.” I started laughing incontrollably at that part! Terrific dialogue, and it was interesting to finally get some answers out of Snape! I definitely can't wait for the next chapter! Thanks for giving me a well written story to look forward to all of the time! Author's Response: I am so in LOVE with long reviews! THANK YOU!!! Yes, I love Snape finding out about the sorting hat too, but I've always believed that Harry wouldn't volunteer the information willingly. Really, I don't think Harry yet cares too much what Snape thinks of him since he doesn't respect the man's views on anything else...so volunteering the information in order to get Snape to reevaluate him isn't something I see Harry doing. And he's proud of being a Gryffindor. He wouldn't want to be anything else. So glad you liked those parts of the fic! They were fun to write. The most fun thing to hear from reviewers is that something in the story made them laugh. It makes me smile...so thank you for making me smile! :)
First off...amazing dream sequence! Honestly... I was so caught up in the story that I didn't even bother to answer my cell phone when it rang. I don't ever not answer my phone, so consider that as a major compliment to your talented writing skills. I wonder when Harry will talk to Dumbledore about the second prophecy. Hmm...the plot thickens... Snape is amazing in this chapter as usual. Honestly, I am amazed by his wonderful skills in sarcasm. Perhaps he took a class Sarcasm 101: How to be snarky and sarcastic to everyone you meet (especially with those who annoy you)or perhaps Creative Insulting. Ha ha. Well I'm off to read the next chapter! Author's Response: hehe, I SO relate to the work vs. college thing! I work fulltime (plus a part-time job, plus an internet class), and I really, really miss college. I want to rewind...because the great thing about college is that even though you're busy, your time is your own - YOU get to decide whether to study now or later...or even to not study at all! *sigh* Can I come with you? I especially want to take that Sarcasm 101 class - it sounds like fun!! Oh, please make your apologies to whomever was calling you. (But I'm really not sorry - it thrills me that you were that into the story.) And keep reading...the plot shall continue to thicken... :)
I love how Snape seems to be a bit amused at Harry's attempts at being Slytherin, and Harry wondering if Snape was Draco's Sirius was a cute touch. Author's Response: Thank you for the review, bluebird88! I'm glad you liked it - those bits you commented on were so fun to write! :) |
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