jan10002
Friday 13th July 2007 18:39 | Bring Me to Life |
| there's more? the status says it finished.. |
DailyProphetReporting
Wednesday 30th May 2007 02:27 | Bring Me to Life |
Well, I said I'd give this a try, and though it took longer than I initially expected (my light read after Shadow of the Serpent turned out to be three novel-length fics), here I am. This is every bit as dark and tormented as I expected it would be, though, so I think going in other directions for a while was justified. I find that serious angst is best taken in small doses.
And you certainly don't hold back. This probably the most tormented I've ever seen Harry portrayed in a post-Hogwarts fic where the war was won and all the main characters came out alive and well. I'm not sure whether that's a good thing or a bad thing (I'll come back to that later), but I'm quite impressed with how well you illustrated it. Harry's emotions -- the isolation, the loss, the self-loathing and even the desire -- are all very tangible. That makes every action understandable within context, which speaks pretty well about your ability to use bring across your characters they way you want.
You also used your secondary characters quite deftly to show that Harry's not nearly as alone as he thinks he is. It seems everyone else -- and especially Ginny -- is looking out for him, even if he's not doing it himself, which bodes a lot more brightly for what's ahead.
There‘s a but, though. I‘m having a hard time accepting the premise here. My understanding of Harry as a character, a young man who fights because he wants the chance to live a normal life and because it's the right thing to do, just doesn't fit with the character you show here. I could understand him feeling lost and useless after completing his life's mission, but with the degree of isolation and self-hatred in this it feels a lot more like Harry failed in that mission. I think you're going to need to dig deeper and show me those traumatic moments and how they changed Harry for me to be truly convinced.
But I definitely respect that you’re willing to take on the worst-case scenario, something that most H/G writers (myself included) wouldn’t do. And since your writing is as clear and crisp as ever, I’m looking forward to seeing what you’ve got planned both going moving forward and looking back to fill in the gaps.
-KC
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GryffindorDragon
Sunday 20th May 2007 07:26 | Bring Me to Life |
Wow, Harry's obviously in a lot of pain. This is very well-written. I particularly liked how you describe Ginny's effect on him out by the tree and how he starts to feel again. So sad that they were interrupted, maybe?
At first I didn't think Harry was so bad off at the start -- he's sharing a place with Ron and Hermione and in auror training.
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legobean
Sunday 13th May 2007 08:03 | Bring Me to Life |
Ah poor Harry.
I'm slighly surprised Ginny didn't tackle him when he started to run away from her again.
Your writing style has really matured over the years, you were really able to take me that party at the Burrow.
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Acciowand
Wednesday 9th May 2007 13:17 | Bring Me to Life |
| I just found your story and I love it!! You did a great job with the angst in Harry and the livliness of Ginny. I really like the scene where Ginny took the dishes to "lighten Harry's load". Good symbolism. I can't wait to read chapter 2- I'm off to do it now! |
eaglesnest
Saturday 5th May 2007 13:16 | Bring Me to Life |
| Probably my most favorite genre is post-Hogwarts angsty stories with H/G. You have certainly painted him into a dark corner with RHr tolerating him and Ginny trying but recognizing the many times he has pushed her away. But that searing kiss was so encouraging. |
Grandma Kate
Wednesday 28th March 2007 19:54 | Bring Me to Life |
You write Harry on the edge of despair very well. His friends do not know what to do to help him and he rejects Ginny even as he responds to her.
Certainly seems like Post Traumatic Stress Syndrome to me. Voldemort must have done something so terrible that I can't comprehend it. |
MsLupin
Monday 19th March 2007 09:42 | Bring Me to Life |
| That was great! I love it! I can not wait for more. I am suprised that you have Harry in the Aurror program. Who know maybe he will get out.... |
bbnaz
Monday 19th March 2007 09:09 | Bring Me to Life |
This took me multiple attempts to read. Not because of your story, rather because I had friends who whilst not fighting and conquering the most evil person of the age, did succumb to such a state you have Harry in right now. So it was painful to read.
I am interested to see what you do with it and will be coming along as it unfolds. That is unless it becomes to difficult to read.
Your writing is brilliant as usual. |
EmeraldPrincess
Saturday 17th March 2007 16:12 | Bring Me to Life |
| O.O Amazing. |
ninkenate
Friday 16th March 2007 19:02 | Bring Me to Life |
| Yes! I love this story. I can't wait to see it all posted. I hate that Harry's in denial about what he truly needs to feel better but hope he sees the truth soon before it's too late. |
nerd2006
Friday 16th March 2007 13:25 | Bring Me to Life |
| Poor Harry! Hm, I hope we find out what's wrong with him next chapter. For some reason I think he's the final Horcrux, but I don't think that's likely since Ron and Hermione would notice if one hadn't been found. But anyway, I greatly enjoyed this, and I can't wait for the next chapter! |
swngnblues
Friday 16th March 2007 08:20 | Bring Me to Life |
Angst! YAY!
You paint such a dark and tortured Harry so well. As I was reading it, I was drawing on my own periods of teen-angst and drama, and completely immersed in it. Great portrayal!
This looks like it'll be a fun ride (at least for those of us who like angst! ). I'm picking up on something that may or may not be significant - that this curse from Voldemort seems to make Harry want to shut down, but then when something gets in, that he allows himself to feel, it roars up - like an addiction almost? Dunno if I'm reading/interpreting that right... but just that the kiss seemed to go beyond passion and he lost himself in it... make sense?
And did he not give Ginny her present?! String the boy up!!
Till next week! |
EJH0904
Thursday 15th March 2007 18:55 | Bring Me to Life |
| Holy , that was . . . well -angsty, deep, passionate, emotional - everything I absolutely adore! This is amazing to read; I've been waiting for something this good for a long time. Can't wait for the next update - you've left me desperate for more. |
| Thursday 15th March 2007 19:03 | Bring Me to Life (Author Response) |
| Thank you, that means a lot. This fic is the result of a plot bunny I couldn't get rid of so I indulged in it when I was wanting to tear my hair out from the writing od SotS. I wanted to do something more canon based, a post-Hogwarts more mature story. Originally it started out as NC-17 because I wanted to challenge myself to write that genre, but I toned it down to be able to present it to a larger audience. Hopefully it doesn't go over the top... which is why I included the warning. This chapter was the one I fiddled with the most to get it perfect. I wanted a tortured Harry who the readers could be sympathetic towards, but I don't drag it out any longer than necessary. There is an element of angst that stays, but the romance is coming. |
J62442
Thursday 15th March 2007 14:58 | Bring Me to Life |
| This is dark and interesting. I enjoyed it a lot. I'm dying to find out what happens next. What I like the most is that it is a very realistic look at what could happen to Harry when all is said and done. Looking forward to next week. |
| Thursday 15th March 2007 16:05 | Bring Me to Life (Author Response) |
| It is very intense in the beginning, but there's plenty of sweetness to come, don't worry. The angst is more internal, and it won't keep my fav couple apart for long. Ginny's a very determined lass, and she won't stand for it. Thanks for reading and reviewing! |
madaboutharry
Thursday 15th March 2007 14:27 | Bring Me to Life |
| Wow! That was very intense. I am anxious to see more. I really enjoyed your other stories, especially shadow of the serpent. |
| Thursday 15th March 2007 16:02 | Bring Me to Life (Author Response) |
| Thanks. I honestly think this one is my best work to date, but you be the judge. It's so different than the other. I have another one coming up that's lighter and not as angsty, so I'm trying to hit all kinds of skills to improve my writing. Thanks for reading! |
SillyGillie
Thursday 15th March 2007 13:18 | Bring Me to Life |
| Fantastic job. It's so interesting to see this dark Harry. Very nice job on all accounts! |
| Thursday 15th March 2007 15:59 | Bring Me to Life (Author Response) |
| Thanks! I love Dark!Harry fics, so long as he's still basically Harry and good. This is not an evil Harry, it's a broken Harry. That's so facinating for me to explore. I'm glad you liked it. Next chapter is all Ginny. Thanks for reviewing! |
Patches
Thursday 15th March 2007 13:09 | Bring Me to Life |
| This is a really dark Harry. It is so sad to think someone would ever be like this. Thanks for writing. I look forward to more of this story. p |
| Thursday 15th March 2007 15:56 | Bring Me to Life (Author Response) |
| It is, but it doesn't stay this way for long. It's a seven chapter fic. Things improve fast, so don't think you'll be drowning in angst the entire time. This is by far the darkest chapter yet. Bust then again... I'm not finished yet, lol, so not promises. Part 2 is still a WIP. Thanks for reviewing! |
Chatmandu
Thursday 15th March 2007 12:34 | Bring Me to Life |
I usually like to make some mention of mechanics, or pacing in a review, but this beginning is every bit a good as your previous stories.
You have certainly given us a dark and angsty (is that a word?) beginning. I think "Bring Me to Life" is a song of hope, a song of change. I was wondering if you had Ginny calling forth another line from the song Breath into me and make me real, bring me to life. But you have to want to live again don't you. I'll hush now and look forward to seeing where you are taking this plot and this Harry. |
| Thursday 15th March 2007 15:50 | Bring Me to Life (Author Response) |
| Yes, this is the darkest, most angsty chapter of the lot. It's all uphill from here, but of course will need to take a dip in the beginning of part 2, otherwise there would be no obstacle to overcome. There are no lines from the songs in this fic, but it was inspired by the lyrics, especially the album Fallen. The next chapter is called "Going Under". It's from Ginny's POV and takes things one step further, but also gives a lot of background info and another insight into Harry's problem. Thanks for reading! |
smoloughney
Thursday 15th March 2007 08:25 | Bring Me to Life |
Oh poor Harry! There is so much pain here and you write it very well.
Looking forward to the coming chapters |
| Thursday 15th March 2007 15:39 | Bring Me to Life (Author Response) |
| Thanks. This chapter has gone through so many re-writes that I can't even tell you how many times I've edited it. It's the chapter I've played with the most to get it exactly perfect. I'm glad you liked it. Some happier chapters to come soon... I promise. |
Emerika
Thursday 15th March 2007 08:07 | Bring Me to Life |
Harry is so depressed... You really got the scene to feel real! I feel so bad for Harry. You did such a great job!
I'll be looking for the update!
Emmy |
| Thursday 15th March 2007 15:37 | Bring Me to Life (Author Response) |
| Thanks Emmy. Glad to see you back! |
Teritcf
Thursday 15th March 2007 07:58 | Bring Me to Life |
| That was a wonderful chapter. I really haven't read a story yet that involves Harry becoming addicted to an illegal substance to deal with his pain and I look forward to reading more. Ginny seems desperate to help, not willing to give up, but unsure of what to do, which seems very realistic. Loved it and look forward to future chapters. |
| Thursday 15th March 2007 15:36 | Bring Me to Life (Author Response) |
| The potions use is all implied. You won't actually see him using them. It's not a big issue, but it does come back up in part two. I'm glad you liked it! |
lantis222
Thursday 15th March 2007 07:10 | Bring Me to Life |
| Poor Harry, that must have been some curse that Voldy used on him wasn't it? I love that Ginny made him feel even if it was only for a moment. He'd better lay off the illegal potions or he's reall going to be in a world of hurt. Great story, I can't wait to find out what happens next! |
| Thursday 15th March 2007 15:34 | Bring Me to Life (Author Response) |
| Yes this is the curse Voldemort used on him. More about the specifcs in the next chapter. It's Ginny's POV, so it's still angsty, but not so dark. As for the potions, it's all implied and not a big issue in this part of the story. You won't actually see Harry using them. Thanks for the review! |
DaFalcon
Thursday 15th March 2007 04:34 | Bring Me to Life |
Yaay! Kathy, I'm glad to see you post this. I've been looking forward to this particular story for... hmm, it's been a few years now hasn't it?
Congratulations on finishing SotS.
My daughter has pulled me into the Evanescence world, and I love their songs. I know this isn't a song fic, but I still look forward to seeing how the songs tie in. Great job on chapter 1. I know both parts will be brilliant. Keep up the good work. I'm in for the ride for the next 7 weeks. |
| Thursday 15th March 2007 15:32 | Bring Me to Life (Author Response) |
| Thanks Dee, I appreciate that. I love Evanescence, too. The song are so intense and the lyrics are full of emotion. They were very inpirational. Not all the chapters are dark... far from it. But there is that hint... well, anyway. I hope you enjoy it. ~K~ |
