TangoCharlie
Thursday 18th September 2008 06:14 | New Year, New Hope |
What a great start to a new story! I thought it was a perfect introduction that wasted no time getting to some interesting action - what a great pace to set...
At first I was a little disappointed that we didn't get to see the final transition of Harry and Ginny's relationship from close friends to boyfriend/girlfriend. But, I loved the way you showed some snippets of what happened as flashbacks. Just lovely!
I also really like that their relationship is moving slowly (like only having shared one kiss). Again, it makes it seem so much sweeter, deeper and genuine.
I had a bit of a giggle at the line about Draco “He looked like he could use a trip to Madam Malkin’s" after his run-in with the thestrals. Thought that was amusing given that we now know Harry's 6th year starts with a trip to her shop and an altercation with Malfoy!! |
| Thursday 18th September 2008 07:06 | New Year, New Hope (Author Response) |
TangoCharlie, thank you so much for this delightful review. I must tell you that I came up with the idea for this story while I was listening to my CD of OotP. As the chapter about Harry's first Potions class dealt with the Draft of Peace unfolded, I realized that particular potion is what Ginny could make for him, to help him cope with what happens between the Christmas hols and the end of school.
It was important to me that I keep Harry's and Ginny's relationship at a slow pace. As much as Ginny would have liked a very amorous boyfriend, she understands that Harry is quite new to the emotions he's beginning to explore and is hesitant to show, lest his affections be unceremoniously rebuffed. [Not likely with Ginny, but because of Dudley, Harry's axiom is 'Once bit, twice shy.']
I had to laugh as well when I discovered the Madam Malkin's scene in HBP. I had written the thestral scene several months prior to Book 6 coming out, so the coincidence between the two stories struck me as something rather amusing.
I'm very glad you're enjoying the story so far and look forward to more of your reviews.
~Arnel |
The Boss
Sunday 1st July 2007 07:38 | New Year, New Hope |
Blimey a book not in the restricted section, that is a first
This is starting to look like a very good sequel to 'You're Still You'
Looking forward to reading more very soon.
The Boss |
| Sunday 1st July 2007 18:26 | New Year, New Hope (Author Response) |
| Actually, no matter what Madam Pince does, she can't keep that magical book in the restricted section. It keeps finding students who need it and won't stay put! There are many twists and turns to come. Keep reading to find out what happens next. Thanks for your comments. |
Patches
Saturday 17th March 2007 21:07 | New Year, New Hope |
| It sounds like Ginny may have gotten more than she bargained for. This is a very dangerous book. Mixing potions could be very dangerous. I look forward to more of this story and I hope to see more developement between Harry and Ginny in the near future. Thanks for writing. p |
| Sunday 18th March 2007 06:20 | New Year, New Hope (Author Response) |
| With Hermione for her friend and Fred and George for brothers, Ginny has naturally learned to be cautious in her approach to mixing potions. Believe me, she's going to research her idea and heed Professor Snape's warning about how much of each ingredient to add to her potion before she even sets fire to her cauldron. Keep reading and you'll see how Ginny's idea helps further her relationship with Harry. Thank you for your kind review. |
Patches
Saturday 17th March 2007 04:06 | New Year, New Hope |
| Very good chapter. I like the way you have started this story. I look forward to more of it. Thanks for writing. p |
| Saturday 17th March 2007 08:48 | New Year, New Hope (Author Response) |
| You're welcome! I hope you have time to read more of my story. There are nineteen chapters total and I've posted fourteen of them. I look forward to reading more of your reviews. Have a nice day! |
daniel_r_crazy22
Monday 27th November 2006 20:45 | New Year, New Hope |
| Hmm. That's a weird book. But very cool. And yay! Harry and Ginny are going out. Can;t wait to see what happens. |
| Monday 27th November 2006 23:53 | New Year, New Hope (Author Response) |
| Keep reading and you'll find out more about the book and what happens to Harry and Ginny. Thanks for the review. I hope you'll review more of this story. |
sonicdale
Tuesday 22nd March 2005 10:48 | New Year, New Hope |
I likey the book.
This is shaping up to a good fic.
I loved the thestrals defending Harry.
I assume that Ron and Herm were at a prefect meeting - or in another carriage snogging. You didn't mention that...
Is this the beginning of a bit of wandless magic for Harry? You made a point of Ginny talking about it... we'll see...
Good work. |
lissabee
Monday 24th January 2005 17:02 | New Year, New Hope |
Wow! I'm so glad you chose to sequel You're Still You, because I just finished reading that and it was excellent! Plus I really love Josh Groban!
This story is shaping up to be very interesting as well, I think it is a great idea for Ginny to brew up some Draught of Peace for Harry.
I really like the way you portray the way they relate to each other. It is interesting to not have a Ginny that is fiery-tempered and confrontational--I kind of like that about her, but you have a good idea of her nature as well. |
p0tterfan
Saturday 4th December 2004 15:38 | New Year, New Hope |
Promising start to the sequel. Thestrals defending Harry, that is
definitely interesting. Did he do wandless magic, or did the
thestrals free themselves? I guess Harry will be performing more
wandless magic, esp. when someone insinuates anything against Ginny, or
the ones he loves.
Let's see what the potions do :) Okay, gonna go read the next chapter now. Good job!
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TigerLily8186
Tuesday 30th November 2004 14:06 | New Year, New Hope |
Yay a continuation! The thestral situation was certainly interesting. As was the book Ginny finally found. That book seems slightly spooky, helpful, but spooky. I suppose I'll just have to wait and see... |
huffboy36
Tuesday 30th November 2004 07:47 | New Year, New Hope |
| Great start. Very promising. Looking forward to what you're going to do next.
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| Tuesday 30th November 2004 10:10 | New Year, New Hope (Author Response) |
This story just gets more interesting from here. Part two should be up by the end of the week. I sent the final copy to my beta last night! Thanks for reviewing. |
Pugpal
Thursday 21st October 2004 15:48 | New Year, New Hope |
| EEEPP!! What the heck was that?! I REALLY don't like cliffhangers but if the story is good then I don't mind and let me tell you this is an awsome story! Great job! |
| Tuesday 30th November 2004 00:28 | New Year, New Hope (Author Response) |
| I'm glad you like my story...Sorry about the cliffie. Unfortunately, most of the chapters in this particular fic end in one! You'll be hearing more about the book in other chapters, so keep reading! |
mary-v
Monday 11th October 2004 17:26 | New Year, New Hope |
This was an amazing chapter! I really liked this story! I hpe you update really soon!
~Maria~ |
parakletos
Saturday 25th September 2004 10:51 | New Year, New Hope |
| Like the rest of your writing this is beautifully crafted. It's unusual
these days to read about Ginny without her exploding at someone or
other. I did think that Ron and Hermione desrved it in the autum term
though !
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| Tuesday 30th November 2004 00:30 | New Year, New Hope (Author Response) |
| Hermione's going to be making an effort to help Ginny keep an eye on Harry this term. I think she's been properly scolded and is now willing to make amends. |
brios
Monday 19th July 2004 21:31 | New Year, New Hope |
| Now you have to update this pretty fast. It's such a great companion to my cup of red wine! |
| Tuesday 30th November 2004 00:31 | New Year, New Hope (Author Response) |
| I hope that cup of wine has aged well. Chapter 2 should be up soon. |
