| Takes Place: 0 - Pre Hogwarts (before Harry is 11), 1st Year | Chapters: 46 |
| Snape flavour: None | Completed: Yes |
| Categories: Parental Snape > Guardian Snape, Healer Snape | Genres: Hurt/Comfort |
| Tags: Adoption, Alternate Universe, Child fic | Word count: 227783 |
| Main Characters: .Snape and Harry (required), Hermione, McGonagall, Original Character, Ron | Read: 333873 |
Summary: Sickly and neglected by his caregivers, little Harry would not have survived were it not for the mysterious dark angel who watched over him, caring for him when he was sick. Harry never knew his name, until he attended Hogwarts and discovered a certain teacher bore a remarkable resemblance to his savior.
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Another friend made me a banner for Arms of Dark Angel and I am posting it here as well. Banner by JAWorley!!
> This is in response to the Magic Potions challenge by Jan_AQ.
This will now be a novel, due to all my reviewers encouragement. Thank you all very much for enjoying my latest baby.
Title based on the song by Sarah McLaughlin "Arms of An Angel" which was playing while I wrote this.
An additional note: In this universe, wizards worship all kinds of religions and hold different religious beliefs. There is some discussion of them in this story, though it is not the focus of it. No criticism of any religion is meant by the author. If this bothers anyone, please do not read or review. But any other feedback is welcome!
Table of Contents
1. Guardian Angel by Snapegirl [Reviews - 31] 
(3467 words) 
A vow is made and a promise kept.
2. Keeping Up Appearances by Snapegirl [Reviews - 23] (3368 words)
Harry's first potions class and detention with Severus.
Thanks for all the wonderful reviews! Hope you enjoy this next bit.
3. A Creepy Feeling by Snapegirl [Reviews - 14] (2671 words)
Harry has his first Defense lesson with Quirrell and is something odd going on with his teacher?
4. Flying Lesson by Snapegirl [Reviews - 16] (5324 words)
Harry's first flying lesson with Snape. And all does not go as expected.
5. Quarreling by Snapegirl [Reviews - 18] (5221 words)
Harry has a disagreement with Severus, which in turn sparks off fights between his friends and Malfoy leading to an inevitable detention with the Potions Master.
6. A Real Detention by Snapegirl [Reviews - 30] 
(2729 words)
Harry faces the consequences of his smart mouth.
7. An Unfortunate Accident by Snapegirl [Reviews - 18] (3620 words)
Harry, Ron, and Hermione encounter a shocking surprise.
Later, a midnight duel has drastic consequences for Harry.
Lots of action and drama in this chapter!
8. Warmth and Healing by Snapegirl [Reviews - 17] (4204 words)
Severus heals Harry and then questions him about his fall.
Thanks to all my wonderful reviews, I will be making this a full length novel.
Hope you're all happy with that! :)
9. Suspicions by Snapegirl [Reviews - 13] (4386 words)
Harry discusses possible suspects with Ron & Hermione, and gets an unexpected gift.
10. Of Trolls and Tirades by Snapegirl [Reviews - 14] (6487 words)
A troll invades Hogwarts and Harry, Ron, and Hermione face off against it, much to Snape's displeasure.
11. Countercurse by Snapegirl [Reviews - 17] (5489 words)
The Golden Trio has detention with Snape.
Nasty!
And another attempt is made on Harry's life during the Quidditch match.
12. Tea and Ten Laps by Snapegirl [Reviews - 15] (4542 words)
Harry has tea at Hagrid's and they discuss the match.
At night, Harry and Severus have a self-defense lesson.
Thanks for all the wonderful reviews and I hope you enjoy this next part.
13. All He Ever Wanted by Snapegirl [Reviews - 17] (7334 words)
Continued self-defense lessons and Harry's first Christmas at Hogwarts.
Some angst and lots of warm fuzzies too!
Enjoy!
14. Mirror of Dreams by Snapegirl [Reviews - 17] (2858 words)
Harry goes exploring and finds more than he bargained for.
Finally got my net connection working here, yay!
15. Chocolate Frogs and Dragon Eggs by Snapegirl [Reviews - 13] (4776 words)
A chocolate frog reveals Nicholas Flamel, Hedwig becomes ill, and Hagrid hatches a baby dragon.
16. Something Wicked This Way Comes by Snapegirl [Reviews - 25] (4564 words)
Harry's detention in the Forbidden Forest proves to be more than expected and Severus takes matters into his own hands.
Snape's Animagus form is revealed!
This chapter is dedicated to Lady Julie Snape, you know why.
17. Unexpected by Snapegirl [Reviews - 14] (4003 words)
The aftermath of the Forbidden Forest detention leads to several conversations with unexpected results.
A sincere thank you to everyone who has read & reviewed this, thanks for sticking with me!
18. A Hidden Danger by Snapegirl [Reviews - 17] (2847 words)
Despite Snape's precautions, Harry falls victim to a hidden danger.
19. Antidote by Snapegirl [Reviews - 25] (5917 words)
The chapter you've all been waiting for!
Severus attempts to cure Harry.
Will he succeed?
20. Catspaw by Snapegirl [Reviews - 20] (6933 words)
Harry, Ron, and Hermione finally realize who is after the Stone, and try to stop them, but are thwarted by well-meaning professors and an unwitting catspaw.
21. Tricks and Traps by Snapegirl [Reviews - 17] (4785 words)
The trio runs the gauntlet of traps and tricks to get to the Sorcerer's Stone.
Some text quoted from the original Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone, by JK Rowling
22. The Dark Angel and the Deceiver by Snapegirl [Reviews - 19] (3877 words)
The final battle between Snape and Harry vs. Quirrell and Voldemort for the Sorcerer's Stone!
Warning: very intense magical battle scenes!
23. Stairway to Heaven by Snapegirl [Reviews - 25] (3661 words)
Harry is reunited with his parents on the stairway to heaven and learns a very important fact and must make a difficult choice.
Warning: Kleenex alert!
Thanks to all my reviewers, hope you like this one!
24. Snape's Bargain by Snapegirl [Reviews - 22] (7731 words)
Snape lays down the law to Harry for his disobedience, then surprises him unexpectedly.
25. Farewell Feast by Snapegirl [Reviews - 25] (5440 words)
Harry serves his punishment with Snape, then attends the farewell feast, where the winner of the House Cup is decided.
26. A Firm Hand by Snapegirl [Reviews - 17] (6837 words)
The Dursleys leave on vacation and leave Harry to the tender mercies of Aunt Marge. Will Harry survive?
Warning: implied child abuse in this chapter!
27. The Peaceful Glen by Snapegirl [Reviews - 16] (4065 words)
Harry and Severus settle into their new home for the summer.
Chapter dedicated to all those who lost their lives in 9/11. Rest in peace, we shall always remember.
28. Wild Parsley, Rosemary, and Meditation by Snapegirl [Reviews - 18] (4234 words)
Harry learns a few things from both Rellah and Severus.
29. The River Wild by Snapegirl [Reviews - 20] (8320 words)
Harry's decision to take a short trip down the river nearly ends in disaster.
Now did you really think he could stay out of trouble forever?
30. Spirit Kin by Snapegirl [Reviews - 20] (6007 words)
Harry learns a lesson about impulsiveness and discovers his Animagus form.
Thanks to all my reviewers, you rock!
31. Practice Makes Perfect by Snapegirl [Reviews - 16] (7168 words)
Lots of Wraith and Whisper in this chapter as Harry learns the price of being an Animagus and has some fun with Wraith.
I originally planned for this to be the chapter where Harry discovers something unexpected, but it will be next chapter.
32. A Shocking Discovery by Snapegirl [Reviews - 14] (5648 words)
Harry's impulsiveness lands him in hot water and he comes upon a shocking discovery in the meadow.
33. Wyvern Attack by Snapegirl [Reviews - 15] (2879 words)
Wraith, Rellah, & Harry battle the rogue wyvern.
Warning: intense battle scene!!
Ok, I didn't want to keep you all hanging, so here you go.
Hugs to all my reviewers!
34. Saving Boreal by Snapegirl [Reviews - 18] (3563 words)
Severus attempts to save the badly injured Boreal.
Will he succeed?
35. Consequences & Conversations by Snapegirl [Reviews - 18] (5618 words)
Harry begins his punishment and has several interesting conversations with Severus, Eileen, & Boreal, and then gets two letters.
Hope you all like!
36. Pegasus and Rider by Snapegirl [Reviews - 18] (5378 words)
Harry pleads his case to Severus to allow his friends for a visit, then goes for the ride of a lifetime.
37. Birthday Surprises by Snapegirl [Reviews - 17] (7638 words)
Harry discusses the bond with Severus & then celebrates his first real birthday with his family and friends.
A warm fuzzy chapter!
Hot cocoa and marshmallows to all my reviewers, you really make my day! :)
38. A Charmed Life by Snapegirl [Reviews - 19] (3074 words)
Harry, Ron, & Hermione start out having a good day, but Ron's envy sparks off a major quarrel between him and Harry.
Very angsty and emotional!
39. A Very Pointed Object Lesson by Snapegirl [Reviews - 19] (5327 words)
Ron and Hermione search for Harry and Ron gets taught a very pointed lesson.
40. Finding Forgiveness by Snapegirl [Reviews - 21] (7362 words)
Harry sets terms for forgiving Ron, but will he be able to meet them?
Also includes Whisper & Wraith!
And strangers invade the glen, bringing trouble with them!
41. The Challenge by Snapegirl [Reviews - 24] (3864 words)
Severus faces off against the unwanted strangers, and gives them hell.
See, I didn't make you wait TOO long, right?
Wow, this is the longest fanfic I've ever written.
A huge thank you to all my reviewers for reading and encouragement.
42. Remembering Lily by Snapegirl [Reviews - 17] (7808 words)
Hermione & Ron return home and Harry finally takes a look inside the Pensieve at Sev's memories of Lily.
You might need a Kleenex for this one!
Enjoy!
And the 701st reviewer and winner of my character contest is Lady Julie Snape!! Congratulations, her OC, Philip Anthony Snape, will be featured in a future installment of the Heir to Prince Manor.
43. Race Preparations by Snapegirl [Reviews - 16] (2907 words)
Harry reads up on the specifics of race preparation.
44. Night Flyer by Snapegirl [Reviews - 15] (2517 words)
Harry and Boreal train for the Skybolt.
45. The Skybolt Championship by Snapegirl [Reviews - 17] (7512 words)
Harry and Boreal race in the classic.
Will they win??
46. Tying Up Loose Ends by Snapegirl [Reviews - 57] (3823 words)
Harry and Sev spend the last days of the summer together.
The End.
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