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Thursday 31st May 2007 03:15 | Bring Me to Life |
Good going, Kedme. Your revelations here answered most of my concerns from the first chapter. Harry's depression definitely makes sense now, even if, as an insanely rational person, his actions have me scratching my head. I think it would be nice to hear about more about this spell, especially from Harry's perspective, because it's so fundamental to the story, but you've pushed me past the initial skepticism, which tells me you were either thinking ahead nicely as you were writing or listening to your readers and betas as you went along. And either way, that's definitely a good thing.
Now I'm finding myself a bit startled at how fast this is developing and how aggressively Ginny is, er, embracing Harry and all his problems. But that was the only way this was going to work without it become a 100,000-word story, wasn't it? I can definitely see how playing up the understanding and compassion Ginny showed in HBP over her no-nonsense attitude in OotP suits your purposes. And it's made for a lot of drama, that's for sure!
On a side note, this got me wondering:
Captain Greenhorn ...
Are you a Test of Time fan or is this coincidence? I ask because I just read that story for the first time last week, and it is rather excellent.
So, like I said, good job. I'm interested to see how this keeps developing.
-KC |
GryffindorDragon
Sunday 20th May 2007 12:21 | Bring Me to Life |
The bracelet is nice; when I Harry banished it, I thought it was gone. I guess either someone retrieved it or else he sent it to Ginny's room (but was it intentional?).
I'm glad Ginny could help Harry. But somehow I have the filling that its not going to be this easy, is it?
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Grandma Kate
Wednesday 28th March 2007 20:28 | Bring Me to Life |
This is a very powerful chapter. I wrote a long review quoting the three points I thought were the most important- but it's off in cyber space now. Sigh!
I liked the interaction between Molly and Ginny and Hermione's very clear explanation of how they had modified the curse to kill Voldemort. But I was most touched by the final scene in which Ginny takes some of the pain that Harry is suffering. The consequences will be great. |
| Wednesday 28th March 2007 21:28 | Bring Me to Life (Author Response) |
| Oh dear... I would have liked to have read that, too. I'm really interested to hear what others are getting from it. I mean, I know what I'm intending, but sometimes others come away with something totally different. I also liked the Ginny/Molly interaction, and there's a lovely scene coming up with Arthur as well. As I said before, there will be no real resolution in this fic. From here on out it's just a lot of fluffy goodness, with some darker undertones. The angst is back full force, however, in Part 2. Let's just say it takes awhile before the fallout. I was having a difficult time deciding where to go with this and it finally hit me that I needed two separate stories in order to bring it all together. Each is dependednt on the other, but at the same time they also stand alone, that's why this one is only seven chapters. If you think of those points, please shoot me an email and tell me, or leave them in the next review. Thanks! |
King of Pain
Sunday 25th March 2007 18:00 | Bring Me to Life |
Sad to see this will only run for 7 chapters-but just wanted to say great read so far. Interesting twist on having Harry not be great for a change, and needing someone else to be the hero so it seems.
At my age, the sexual aspects aren't a concern, but I do hope that there are not going to be graphic descriptions of activities in that regard(same goes for illegal potions)This chapter was fine, and from your previous writing, I think you have more than enough writing talent not to need to use those topics gratuitously. |
| Sunday 25th March 2007 18:15 | Bring Me to Life (Author Response) |
| This is as graphic as it gets. The illegal potions use is background information. It does come up again, but not until the sequel. Just remember... there are 7 chapters of this fic and between 5-7 chapters in the next part which will tie everthing together. There is no real resolution here, so don't expect one. I will resolve the issue of the curse and what exactly Ginny did in the companion piece. If you like H/G romance, it's definitely coming up, although there are still some angsty overtones. I appreciate the confidence in my story telling abilities, and hopefully I won't disappoint you! Look for an update in a few days. |
Delfino
Sunday 25th March 2007 13:14 | Bring Me to Life |
Wow. Absolutely amazing. And shocking. Just...wow!
This is so honest, that it's harsh. The fact that this could actually happen dampens my mood entirely, but the ending was brilliant. You are an amazing writer. This story really showed a different side of reality that most fanfics cannot even attempt to claim.
Amazing! Absolutely stunning and terrifying at the same time. Great job! |
| Sunday 25th March 2007 18:06 | Bring Me to Life (Author Response) |
| Wow! Thanks for the compliment. I hate that it dampens your mood, but that is the nature of angst, is it not? However, we will not wallow in it for long. Next chapter has a different tone to it, although there's still a bit of a question that lingers. Look for an update in a few days. Thanks for taking the time to review! |
Yentila22
Saturday 24th March 2007 16:44 | Bring Me to Life |
| You have done it again! Whoah! |
| Sunday 25th March 2007 18:21 | Bring Me to Life (Author Response) |
| Thanks! I'm glad you're enjoying it. |
Frelling
Friday 23rd March 2007 16:43 | Bring Me to Life |
| Wow. Only two chapters in and I'm hooked. I've read your other work and loved it, and this has been moving and powerful in just the small bit I've read. Well done! |
| Sunday 25th March 2007 18:17 | Bring Me to Life (Author Response) |
| Moving and powerful is good. Thanks! |
snuffles007
Thursday 22nd March 2007 20:27 | Bring Me to Life |
| Fantastic beginning! I can't wait for more. Keep the updates coming! |
| Sunday 25th March 2007 18:20 | Bring Me to Life (Author Response) |
| Updates will be regular, don't worry. I'd like to make them more than once a week, but that gives me time to work on Part 2 and another H/G fic. I'll be on the recently updated list for a long time, so just get used to seeing me there! Thanks for letting me know you're enjoying it. |
sweetdreamer285
Thursday 22nd March 2007 15:29 | Bring Me to Life |
It's been a while since I had read a dark fic based on H/G.
It's quite refreshing!
thank you! |
| Sunday 25th March 2007 18:23 | Bring Me to Life (Author Response) |
| I love a dark fic every once in awhile, too. Sadly, there aren't many well-written ones out there. That's why I had to write my own! You're welcome, and thanks for reviewing! |
SillyGillie
Thursday 22nd March 2007 13:03 | Bring Me to Life |
| Oh no poor Ginny, but I'm glad she was there for Harry. I hope they manage to find a cure, maybe between themselves? I foresee some embaressing things occuring if Ginny doesn't floo home, unless Hermione covers for her! Brilliantly wonderful chapter!! I can't wait for the next one! |
| Sunday 25th March 2007 18:25 | Bring Me to Life (Author Response) |
| Brilliant insight into the embarressing moments... You should like the next chapter, I think. |
Chatmandu
Thursday 22nd March 2007 10:22 | Bring Me to Life |
Interesting chapter, also a thoughtful exercise in examining the insidiousness of an addiction. Perhaps a little co-dependency action by Ron and Hermione?
As for Harry and Ginny proper, who is saving whom?
(I was going to put a smiley face but thought it inappropriate due to the seriousness of this chapter) |
| Sunday 25th March 2007 18:30 | Bring Me to Life (Author Response) |
| Addiction can take many forms, can't it? Harry was using the potion to self-medicate, not simply to "get high". I hope the readers can see the difference. |
MsLupin
Thursday 22nd March 2007 09:37 | Bring Me to Life |
| Oh my! Wonderfully written. I know that I voted for nc-17 but I think I am going to take it back (maybe). You leave enough to tease and it is great. If you ever decided on upping the rating, I will still read it too. Keep up the wonderful. I love the detail that you put in it. |
| Sunday 25th March 2007 18:36 | Bring Me to Life (Author Response) |
| I don't think the more graphic sex scenes would add much to it either. I think the danger of writing NC-17 is that the story tends to get lost amid all the details. I could never write a story that didn't have some depth and layers... so I'm glad you think I'm succeeding on that count. This chapter was very necessary, as it is the turning point in the entire piece. I tried very had to keep the level of intimacy high without being too graphic, so it's a relief to know that I'm doing something right. Thanks for reviewing! |
IHateSnakes
Thursday 22nd March 2007 04:32 | Bring Me to Life |
| Very nice story and well written... is there more? S. |
| Thursday 22nd March 2007 04:54 | Bring Me to Life (Author Response) |
| There are five more chapters to come of this fic and about 6-8 chapters of a follow-up fic that's still a work in progress. Updates for the current story are every week around Wednesday, so there are five more weeks to go. Hopefully by that time I'll have the other story finished, or at least the first draft done. So far Part 2 has three complete chapters and I am currently working on chapter four... overall ahead of schedule for me! Thanks for reviewing. |
smoloughney
Thursday 22nd March 2007 03:17 | Bring Me to Life |
| This was just lovely, at the end of the chapter. I'm such a sap for HarryGinny. You write his darkness and her love for him so well. |
| Sunday 25th March 2007 18:38 | Bring Me to Life (Author Response) |
| I'm a sap for H/G too. I love the idea of R/H, but I just can't get into reading about them. They don't capture my imagination like Harry and Ginny. Thanks for letting me know your thoughts. |
Circuitsoft
Wednesday 21st March 2007 22:36 | Bring Me to Life |
Very interesting. A little creepy, but that's what a powerful story takes. The characters do seem to flip/flop quite quickly in their desires and actions, but it seems to work in something as abstract as this.
Overall, very nice. |
| Sunday 25th March 2007 18:51 | Bring Me to Life (Author Response) |
| No sense dragging it out, right? I mean, they are a canon couple now. Ginny's wanted Harry for years and HBP showed how happy she makes him. He pushed her away for "noble" reasons. It's not really what either of them wanted, and there's no question in my mind that they belong together. It's interesting that you say creepy... Voldemort is creepy, and he still has some power over both of them, doesn't he? I mean, he's a big part of their pasts and they're going to have to deal with that issue before they can truely move on. Unfortunately, people can't just arbitrarily move on without taking the time to deal with traumatic issues, so Harry and Ginny still have some work to do. Life isn't all rainbows and daisys, is it? Thanks for reviewing! |
lantis222
Wednesday 21st March 2007 15:00 | Bring Me to Life |
| Oh dear, so Ginny will save Harry, but who will save Ginny. This is just too good. Keep it coming! |
| Wednesday 21st March 2007 15:34 | Bring Me to Life (Author Response) |
| Thanks. I think you've hit the nail on the head with that synopsis. But the question of that is explored more in Part 2. This one is a sort of intoduction, or Act 1... well, more like Act 1 and Act 2, I guess. Acts 3 and 4 are in the next one. FYI... the resolution is still being written, although it's coming along nicely so far. I won't post it unless it's complete, but I'm working on chapter 4 right now and there aren't that many chapters... maybe 7 or 8. I have an outline but sometimes the creative process trumps the outline and I end up doing something a little different, so I'm not certain how long it will end up being. Thanks for reviewing! |
Patches
Wednesday 21st March 2007 14:56 | Bring Me to Life |
| Very good. I hope things are going to continue to improve but I know there will be problems. I look forwared to your next update. Thanks for writing. p |
| Wednesday 21st March 2007 15:41 | Bring Me to Life (Author Response) |
| Thanks for reviewing! Next update will be next week about the same time. Things will improve, but nothing is really resolved, if you know what I mean. At least not until Part 2. I think you'll really enjoy the rest of this fic. Next chapter is Harry's comeback chapter. |
Sionwitch
Wednesday 21st March 2007 14:33 | Bring Me to Life |
I like this story so far, it has an interesting plot.
I hope Ginny can help Harry without hurting herself too bad in the process.
I'm looking forward to read what is next.
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| Sunday 25th March 2007 18:55 | Bring Me to Life (Author Response) |
| The issue of what Ginny did won't be answered until the second part, which I'm still writing. Look for an update in a few days. Until then... Thanks for reviewing! |
Bkane
Wednesday 21st March 2007 13:31 | Bring Me to Life |
This is bloody fantastic! I love how you portray Ginny in this.
Keep it up! |
| Sunday 25th March 2007 18:58 | Bring Me to Life (Author Response) |
| I'm glad you like my Ginny. She's the hardest to get right because her character hasn't been developed much until HBP. I wanted to retain her fire and passion while keeping her vulnerable, but not weak. I'm relieved that you're enjoying what I've done with her. Hopefully I can keep it up. Thanks for reviewing! |
swngnblues
Wednesday 21st March 2007 12:54 | Bring Me to Life |
Ahh... varying POV's. Love it! : )
Didn't think you'd run into the romantic stuff quite that quickly... but why do I have a feeling that it's not quite complete yet? I get the feeling that the statement "If he chose to discard her when this was all over " might be very telling, hence the basis for future angst?
Poor Harry failed the test... wonder what's up with his magic? Maybe it needs positive thoughts and the like to work correctly? (Unless you turn dark?) Interesting side plot/history that I'd be interested to either read about later on, or see your theory. Maybe its insignifigant in the overall story, or merits no further explanation...
There's a signifigance in Harry's line, "I don't have the strength left in me to fight you, Ginny"... What's he worried about fighting with her about? IS he afraid that the Darkness would affect her to the point where she'd hurt him? Or is it just Harry's despair, a last ditch attempt to run from Ginny, and be "noble"?
And eww... Tom and the Chamber?? (sorry... just had to make a snide remark )
You've got such a neat story going here, that I've no clue which way you're going to take us next... *straps self in for a VERY bumpy ride* |
| Wednesday 21st March 2007 15:09 | Bring Me to Life (Author Response) |
| Harry's magic is tied to his confidence (case in point, the Patronus Charm in PoA). He's still got it, but the curse is affecting his confidence and keeping him distracted so that in a battle he's hopeless. As for his strength to fight Ginny, it's definitely the latter. It's one last ditch effort to do the right thing and be noble. As for the angst meter... I'd say the rest of this fic is just uphill from here. The romance/fluffiness meter is rising with each chapter, if you know what I mean. But part 2 is a different story. |
Connor Landon
Wednesday 21st March 2007 11:35 | Bring Me to Life |
| I love you! It's amazing to see something that's not SotS-related. (Not that Serpent was a bad thing.) It's fascinating to see the extent of your range as an author. There's just something different about this...I mean, I can tell it's your writing by the quality, but the characters are so different, yet canon and SotS at the same time...I guess I can't explain it. But I do like this story already. You were right: It is extremely Dark. In fact, I don't think I've read something so Dark in many, many months. It's wonderful and intriguing. I love Harry. I do. You write him beautifully. I'm quite glad that he let Ginny in--I love it when Harry lets Ginny through--so that he doesn't have to face that accursed Darkness alone. Hmm, I wonder how he'll deal with that now...This story is complete, right? I thought that I read that this is complete and you'll post a chapter a week for seven weeks? Yeah, I think so. I'll be looking forward to next week!! Awesome job with this story! |
| Wednesday 21st March 2007 15:22 | Bring Me to Life (Author Response) |
| Yes, it is complete. I'm in the process of writing the second part right now and editing the completed chapters of this one as well. Good writing is all in the editing, you know! I'm glad that you're enjoying this one. Actually, things are looking up for Harry and Ginny... for awhile at least. You know the old saying 'what comes around goes around' right? Well, enjoy the fluff, er... romance while you can. I do love this fic. It's my favorite so far of anything I've written. I have another story in progress that even more different, er... normal. I'm writing like mad because I'm getting ready to start a new job soon and I know my time is limited. If I can just get the draft of part 2 done before then... I've got three chapters and have started the fourth, so I think I might make it. And yes... this story is complete. I think you'll really enjoy the next chapter. It's Harry's comeback chapter where he stuffs it to his Instructors and shows them who he really is... quite satisfying, really. See you next week! |
bbnaz
Wednesday 21st March 2007 10:57 | Bring Me to Life |
| This is incredibly complex and well thought out. Scary and brilliant all at the same time. So very different from chapter one. Mercurial. Fantastic! |
| Wednesday 21st March 2007 15:38 | Bring Me to Life (Author Response) |
| I think what I love most about this story is the complexity of emotions. I'm a trained counselor and have worked with people who are sufferring from all sorts of mental illnesses, and the psyche has always fascinated me. That was the appeal of this story. It grabbed hold of me and wouldn't let go, so I indulged. Thanks for reviewing! |
nerd2006
Wednesday 21st March 2007 10:44 | Bring Me to Life |
| Yay! I'm so glad Harry's going to get better now. This was a great story. |
| Wednesday 21st March 2007 15:25 | Bring Me to Life (Author Response) |
| Was? It's not over yet, lol... just wait. There's more to come. |
