Hmph! I don't know what else Harry, Hermione and Ginny could have expected Ron to do. Woken out of a sound sleep (does he have any other kind? to his sister screaming "Stop!" Teens...
Fabulous chapter! I'm with Ginny on the 'no way I'm gonna jump that building'.
Please don't let anything happen to Bill and Fleur. I know someone has to die as it's unrealistic for people not to die in a war but I still hate to see it.
Umbridge has a lot to answer for. I hope they find the missing people well and everyone gangs up on her. They shouldn't have voted her as MoM in the first place. She should have been thrown out after the whole Hogwarts thing along with lots of the old Fudge regime.
omg! i love your story... i practically check every 30 min if there is a new update.. i can't wait to see what happens next! ur story is so believable... somtimes i have to remind my self that this isn't jks writing.
i think rons reactions r so funny and true... and umbridge is just being umbridge.
can't wait for the next chapter!
Melindaleo Wednesday 9th August 2006 10:35
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Wow, thanks much! You don't have to check that often, lol, just sign up for the Author Alert. I'm shooting for a Friday update for chapter 20 - fingers crossed.
This has been a very enjoyable read. It's believable, within Canon boundaries, and soundly written. I think Harry is characterized very well, in particular. Now, you have left us with a cliffhanger. *moans* And i was having so much fun reading it... update soon!
hi darl, i havent read many fan fiction but id have to say your one is just as good as the real thing... your doing a wonderful job so keep at it... cant wait till u post again....::
I really enjoyed this chapter... Especially the beginning with the sleeping arrangement debate. I am, of course, on the edge of my seat about the end, but I've got faith that you won't leave me hanging for months.
Seems like the story is really picking up speed now, heading towards the end.
I usually read on FA, but your website is fantastic! I keep checking for updates. You've built up an amazing intrigue. All your characters ring true and I fear for their safety as their quest continues. Voldemort's intentions to capture Harry alive are absolutely chilling ... and yet a part of me can't wait for a face-off between Harry and the Death Eaters. He's going to have to be brought before Voldemort at some point and OMG the suspense and tension is incredible. I can't wait for the next chapter & am thrilled that you have so much of this fic already written. At least I know it won't be abandonned!
Melindaleo Sunday 6th August 2006 18:48
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Thanks! Nope, promise it won't be abandoned. I'm beyond thrilled that you find the idea of Voldemort keeping Harry captive chilling. I hope you continued to enjoy it.
Fantastic chapter!
Typical Ron.... hehehe. Doesn't want his sister in bed with Harry, but doesn't want Hermione with anyone but him. He's so sweet in a stubborn Ron way. And the little tift between Ron and Harry was classic Ron as well. Amusing only because I don't have to part of it. =)
The action is this chapter was thrilling! I can't wait to see how it turns out! When I reached the part about the Death Eater with the wand at Harry's chest I thought, "We're not gonna find out what happens there till next chapter... " Glad they got out of that little scape, but troubles not nearly over is it? Evil cliffie. The suspense is killing me. =D
Melindaleo Saturday 5th August 2006 06:08
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Heh - he is sweet in a stubborn Ron kind of way. I really like that quote. Glad to hear I gave you a different cliffy than the one you expected, lol.
Ahhhhhhhh!!!!! i HATE cliffies!!!!!!! I liked it better when i started to read all your other stories and you were already done so no wait . . .yea . . .that rocked!! You have to update soon so we can see what happened to harry and ginny, not to mention everyone else so pleeeaaasse update!!!!!!!
Melindaleo Saturday 5th August 2006 06:07
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Heh - it is harder to wait for the updates, isn't it? Still, I enjoy hearing the comments as I'm going along to know what is and isn't working. Honestly, when I ever get around to writing my own story I don't know how I'll react to NOT having the feedback from all of you!
Okay, so I've been reading this story for a little while, but don't think I've reviewed (I know, I know! Shameful!) I tend to flit in and out of reading fanfiction, but this one got me hooked, so I thought I'd drop my thoughts in.
I'm constantly amazed at how well the plot threads together. It really does read like a novel, and it's very enjoyable that way. You've done a wonderful job so far at making everything fit together making it one whole story instead of seperate ones. I am especially enjoying the way you write each of the characters. It's as though the characters from the books have become real people and you've stuck them into a new setting and let them loose. Fun fun!
The ups and downs in the excitement are never obnoxious, but come at good times. There are enough light moments, and fabulous action scenes (especially this latest chapter. I was on the edge of my seat). It never seems like the plot is dragging or nothing is happening.
I'm also enjoying not only how you make the plot so full, but how you make the world your writing in so full, how you involve every aspect and use familiar characters in realistic yet unexpected ways. (For example, Umbridge becoming a sort of stand in minister). Not at all out of place, but not cliche in any way either. None of this has really been cliche at all. How refreshing...
I think you've got a good understanding of the Harry Potter world (not that I'm any one to judge, but from seeing other works...). This just has the feel of the world JKR created.
This latest chapter was very good! (As I said earlier, I was on the edge of my seat). I can't wait for the next one.
Melindaleo Saturday 5th August 2006 06:06
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Wow, thanks much! I'm thrilled to hear that you think it's consistent. I do love the HP world, so. I'll be so sorry to see it all end, even though I'm dying to know. I'm glad you enjoyed the action - the next chapter will be the fallout.
hey! it's been several chapters since i've reviewed, merely for the fact that lately i seem to read them right before work and almost make myself late you're still doing a great job! i still hate the cliffies, though!
ah, but i guess they make me even more anxious for the next chapter!
can't wait!!
~gwen
Melindaleo Friday 4th August 2006 05:33
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Hey! Nice to see you back. I'm happy to see I didn't lose you. I'm working on the next one.
“Would you prefer I sleep with Harry then?” Hermione asked,
(I loved This part))
and george finally likes someone I always wondered how long it'll take the twins to find girls!
Melindaleo Friday 4th August 2006 05:32
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Heh, thanks! Yes, the twins could be seen as eternal bachelors - but I tend to think they just need the right woman. I highly doubt they'll follow convention, however...
to his sister screaming "Stop!" 
Teens...
