By Crys
Reviews
Lon Huey posted a comment on Tuesday 28th February 2006 4:54am
What a refreshing story to not have Harry be an automatic sex god. He is written as a typical teenaged boy who doesn't know much more than "slot A fits into tab B". Good writing.
Merle Corey posted a comment on Tuesday 28th February 2006 4:32am
I think your portrayal of Harry and Tonks relationship is realistic, and well done overall. Also, Fudge's characterization, as a sometimes shrewd politician rather than a total idiot is refreshing. Looking forward to more.
DJ posted a comment on Tuesday 28th February 2006 4:22am
I love the way you delt with that DUMB A*S Fudge. Can't wate for more thanks.
Aaran St Vines posted a comment on Tuesday 28th February 2006 3:09am
This story is captivating. And damaging Fudge is a real treat I will gladly read any time.
The nobility angle of this story is fascinating, as I have told you before. You write it in a subtle manner, but with great substance.
Very impressive indeed.
Chris1 posted a comment on Tuesday 28th February 2006 2:16am
Wonderful chapter once again :)
Keep it up :)
Ronnie McMains posted a comment on Tuesday 28th February 2006 1:09am
From Chapter 19:
"You're aware that one," he checked his notes, "Zack Forsum died?"
From this chapter:
One of the Death Eaters, Joseph Farzan, did die of his wounds at the scene.
Other than that, great work.
Crys replied:
Dammit. I KNEW I forgot something.
Okay, fixed.
Thanks for pointing it out.
Treck posted a comment on Tuesday 28th February 2006 12:44am
Lovely as always Crys. I do have a few questions though...
How many chapters are you planning?
How much longer before the Fudge melts?
Treck
Crys replied:
Number of chapters? Don't know, honestly.
When I started, I was thinking about twenty or so. But then I asked for reader bunnies . . . And now we're through 30 and not even to Christmas.
"How much longer before the Fudge melts?"
*eyeroll* That was an awful pun, Treck ;)
To answer the implicit question, I haven't decided, precisely, what to do with him yet. Fear not, he WILL be dealt with.
Gardengirl posted a comment on Tuesday 28th February 2006 12:43am
Delightful, as always! Loved how Harry stood up to Fudge - what a jerk old Cornelius is. Liking Director Bones quite well - shame Jo killed her off. Hope your muse is well fed and encouraging you to write much and often! Thanks for a great read.
Dan posted a comment on Saturday 25th February 2006 7:05pm
I like this fic so far and am eager for the next chapter.
Christopher Estep posted a comment on Saturday 18th February 2006 4:53pm
Minister Fudge decides to be petty and bounces Tonks and Shacklebolt. Shack gets even by taking off his badge, uniform, etc., leaving himself clad only in boxers and a polite expression, while Tonks goes for the jugular, leaving herself wearing her bra and knickers (barely concealing a VERY voluptuous body) with the reason WHY that is all she is wearing in flourescent letters above her head. If Fudge hoped to get them angry at him, he certainly failed, and failed badly; all he did was make himself look like the petty tyrant that he is.
Christopher Estep posted a comment on Saturday 18th February 2006 4:43pm
I've seen many ways that the Dreaded Portrait gets dealt with, but *this* has to be one of the most satisfying. How do you take down a wizarding portrait that has stumped even Albus Dumbledore? Answer: Like a Muggle; you literally tear it off the wall. And given how much Mrs. Black hated mixedbloods and Muggleborns (possibly even more than Riddle), having Harry (a mixedblood) take the portrait down Muggle-fashion was very apt.
Katherine posted a comment on Saturday 18th February 2006 12:31pm
Is their any chance that Harry can hire all werewolves that don't have a job and would like one? Like opening his own shop to sell such things like those communication crystals? This could be much like a department store. It would sell many different things. Would Harry be willing to sell Basilisk parts? Would Neville be willing to grow plants that he is willing to sell? This shop would give werewolves a job. Things werewolves can make, grow and put together themselves too sell.
Crys replied:
Interesting ideas, Katherine, but I've something else in mind already.
Merle Corey posted a comment on Thursday 16th February 2006 3:05pm
It is interesting to see Harry taking a place in the wizarding world beyond that of a student. Also, more Neville, and less Ron. That is the start of a good chapter in my books. Write faster!
Bree Peeler posted a comment on Wednesday 15th February 2006 10:56am
So, is anyone ever going to murder Fudge or Dumbledore??? Because that would be really nice... Fudge is being himself, whereas Dumbledore is being a right pain in the arse! Kill them both off! Or at least redeem Dumbledore... One of the two...
Crys replied:
Why murder Fudge? Public disgrace is so much more satisfying . . . Not to mention legal.
brad posted a comment on Tuesday 14th February 2006 11:11pm
What, Harry thanks Draco for *abstaining* on the werewolf vote? Gee, it's easy to make a friend with Harry Potter. Or else I just don't get it.
I'm pretty peeved with Harry in this chapter, making himself look good in Marcus Abbott's eyes.
"Six of you stopped a dozen of them?" Marcus asked.
"Yes, sir", Harry said firmly.
Bull. The kids barely held them off, if that; they mainly were occupied in running away. "I just did what had to be done". Bleh. They would have all been captured/killed if Dumbledore and co. hadn't come to the rescue. Harry led his mates into a deadly trap; Ginny was threatened with torture; Hermione almost died; it was a disaster, a catostrophe, the kids running from one predicament into another. So, boo-hoo to Harry for 'firmly' telling Abbott that they 'stopped' the DEs, or 'did' anything. Abbott admits he doesn't know what really happened that night, and Harry's putting some awful spin on it with his few sentences here. What about "no, sir, it was a big mess, and we were losing until Dumbledore came to the rescue; it was the biggest mistake of my life and cost an innocent man his life"?
Neville was, indeed, a hero that night, fighting on when he was hurt and crucio'ed. They were ALL heroes, all coming to help save Sirius. But I don't think they displayed any particularly superior prowess in that fight, other than being excellent bait to bring Voldemort out of hiding.
Interesting how you've elaborated on the functioning of the Wizarding World.
Crys replied:
Harry thanked Draco for 1) voting AGAINST the Order of the Griffon for the so-called Ministry Six (like Harry himself did) and 2) NOT voting against the werewolves. Considering the Malfoy historical views on "Dark Creatures", Draco abstaining was downright positive.
You're right about the fight. What Harry told Abbott was done for two reasons: getting the truth out and trying to make Neville look good. Harry continually downplays his own role in these things, but he also makes the others with him look to be the heroes. He wasn't trying to make HIMSELF look good, but rather the five others.
He was in a quandry. He wanted them to get the recognition for what they did, but didn't want them to get the bad side of the publicity. He didn't do it in a very good way (as evidenced by AD cheerfully giving out the names). But the poor kid IS only sixteen and playing in the political arena, an area he's painfully unfamiliar with.
Christopher Estep posted a comment on Tuesday 14th February 2006 9:16am
OUCH! Harry and the remainder of the Ministry Crew are *mousetrapped* by Dumbledore and McGonagall! However, Harry then turns around and does the same thing to Minister Fudge by getting amendments to the Werewolf Registration Act passed.
The Resident posted a comment on Tuesday 14th February 2006 2:18am
Another nice chapter. Harry isn't very happy about his noteriety (sp), but is taking his responsibilities as Lord-Baron Potter seriously. Good for him. Keep up the Good Work.
Patches posted a comment on Monday 13th February 2006 9:54pm
This was a good chapter. I am sure some things will grow from these details. I look forward to your next chapter. Thank you for writing.
pms
AcceleratedGlass posted a comment on Monday 13th February 2006 8:11pm
good chapter, update soon
atlantis-rob posted a comment on Tuesday 28th February 2006 5:42am