what a great piece of writing. dumbledore as we all expect him to be: engaging, wise, and eccentric.
we only ever caught glimpses of dumbledore's true self because of the graveness overhanging every interaction he ever had with harry. here, we see him at what i think would be his best: able to teach life lessons without making them seem like lessons at all.
well done and just perfect.
Ladybug Sunday 27th July 2008 21:01
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Thank you very much indeed! You understand how I see Dumbledore - I think he's just a great character. I'm so glad you enjoyed it.
After discovering your wonderful series on Seamus, I went looking for more of your work and wasn't disappointed. I read this particular item while at work and my co-workers all wanted to know 'what was so darned funny?' as I shouted with laughter. I especially want to say that your Dumbledore is fantastically accurate. I could see and hear him in my mind, speaking in the words you gave him. It all fit perfectly with what I imagine Dumbledore to be like.
Ladybug Monday 7th January 2008 18:47
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I have long given up reading fanfic at work for fear of giving myself away! Glad I could brighten your day and I'm so pleased you think Dumbledore is in character - I just wish I could think as quickly as he can, instead of stewing over what his witty responses might be for days on end!
I just adore Dumbledore and you have him exactly as I think he is. This is the perfect reading for me in this day that Im sick in bed. Now off to read the rest.
Ladybug Saturday 17th February 2007 02:58
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Thank you so much, I love him too. I hope Dumbledore managed to brighten your otherwise dreary day.
Fantastic job. Really cute, I love missing moments. This one was particularly amusing. I always wondered why those particular students had to deliver messages for Dumbledore. Can't wait to see why Ginny had to deliver one!
This is an excellent characterisation of Dumbledore. Priceless, in
fact. Your Sloper et al are quite believable as 12 year olds, too. The
board notice is the final masterful stroke. This is just a great, short
blurb that tells us exactly why Hedwig and Fawkes didn't get much use
delivering Harry's notes.
Great job!!
Cassie
Ladybug Monday 12th December 2005 21:48
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Oh, thank you. I'm very glad you enjoyed it. I must have a thing about writing 12-yr old boys even though I'm not a boy and 12 was a long time ago. *inserts shameless plug here* My very first story 'Homework' was about F&G at 12 *now does a Lockhart* - see my published works for details! Thanks for your review.
Oh, this was fun! I'm definitely going to be watching for more of
this one! What a great little peek at Dumbledore's interactions
with others in the school! And I can completely picture him
responding in that manner to those edible Dark Marks. Well done!
Ladybug Monday 14th November 2005 23:42
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Thank you! I'm pleased you think Dumbledore's response is right - I had to work a bit to get him a little less conventional than normal teachers. We'll see more of him in coming chapters, but not always in such teasing form (not always - there will be a little more teasing to come!). Thanks for your review - glad you enjoyed it.
I liked this alot. I'm a big fan of useing your head and going that extra bit. It is always easier to go for the more known charactors. To go for the ones that are not known shows great skill. I salute you. You have made this funny and most of all beliveable. Go Dumbledore.
Ladybug Monday 14th November 2005 21:10
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Thank you for your very generous review. I'm glad you enjoyed it.
What a cute story...very imaginitively written. We're forever reading about the twinkle in Dumbledore's eyes and this is the sort of mischief that would endear him to his students. It's a great, positive way to make his point without giving detentions or taking points. I look forward to your next chapter and hope to see it up soon.
Ladybug Saturday 12th November 2005 02:42
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You have to thank my pre-beta for telling me that first-draft Dumbledore was too stern and too much like an ordinary teacher - thanks to her, he lightened up a bit and gave us this amusing episode. Pre-betas (and betas) rock!
I'm always afraid my fics are boring, so your review is very encouraging. Thanks!
I LOVE being in the thick of this moment. EvieMarie is spot on. You have Dumbledore pegged beautifully. I love your attention to detail on Jack. I just think this is perfect. I'm gushing, I know. Sorry. This is just brilliantly crafted and I'm enjoying it to bits. Can't wait to see the rest of the messengers' moments up here.
Ladybug Saturday 12th November 2005 02:33
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Oh, gee thanks, Tante, you are so encouraging. Glad that this gave you some reading pleasure. Can't wait to see Ginny, heh?
Cool Chapter, I hope to read more soon. I thought you did an excellent job using the names of these students to form a group. It was very original. Keep up the great work.
Ladybug Saturday 12th November 2005 02:30
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Thanks, I'll try! Once I gave Jack a packet of those dark marks, the other students just seemed to flock to him, so I'm glad it worked out ok. 'Original' - I like that, thanks heaps!
The end made me laugh a lot, and the rest of the chapter was great.
Thanks for your review.
I LOVE being in the thick of this moment. EvieMarie is spot on. You have Dumbledore pegged beautifully. I love your attention to detail on Jack. I just think this is perfect. I'm gushing, I know. Sorry. This is just brilliantly crafted and I'm enjoying it to bits. Can't wait to see the rest of the messengers' moments up here. 
