tsujton
Monday 23rd November 2015 11:04 | These Cuts I Have |
| Characterizations are spot on! |
Mercer
Tuesday 18th August 2015 20:19 | These Cuts I Have |
| great chapter.. |
sherriola
Thursday 30th July 2015 03:23 | These Cuts I Have |
| Before I get to my thoughts, you have to know something about me. I tend to be like Harry, I withdraw when I'm upset or hurt, and I absolutely do not like to talk about it. That may not be healthy, but it is how I am. so, everyone really bothered me in this chapter. Or rather, the scenes with Harry did. and Arthur embarrassed him in front of everyone. I also didn't like Hermione telling Ginny about Ron leaving. But I'm having trouble with Hermione in general right now. lol. It's such a fashion in fics now to bash Ron and raise Hermione to the level of royalty, and it irritates me and makes me forget why I love Hermione. Time to read the books again! So, anyway, for me, it felt like everyone ganged up on Harry. I know they love him and are concerned, and I know he's in bad shape emotionally. I just know i'd feel surrounded and trapped if people did that to me. I found me wanting Harry to get up and run away and for not even Ginny to go after him, for a while. I know, I know, it's just my emotional make up reacting. I loved the stuff with the boys at the end, loved how they started talking a little about fred, and how they are all going to the shop to support George. That was beautiful. |
| Thursday 30th July 2015 08:58 | These Cuts I Have (Author Response) |
| I probably do have Hermione off, I struggle with her POV the most. She's more logic based, while I think I'm more emotion based, so we clash. I think Ron leaving effected Hermione just as much as it did Harry, so I see Hermione wanting to discuss this. There is another scene from canon that gets discussed in a later chapter where I also think Hermione didn't quite get the emotion of the thing. Keep shouting out if you think Harry isn't acting right. I want him to address his issues and grow, but still be Harry. Thanks much for taking the time to review, as well! |
Felix Felicis
Thursday 16th July 2015 13:21 | These Cuts I Have |
That's some good writing there. You know, I look forward to this every week. It's kind of a bright spot in my week when I get to ready your story. It's like sitting down with an old friend and catching up on new things and remembering old times.
You do such a good job of playing emotions off each other. The characters feel so real, so present. They're familiar but somehow older; their lives will never be the same and they're changed. I feel their history, their hurt, and their humanity. You bring that out so well in your writing.
I especially like Mr. Weasley's reaction and stern, fatherly manner to Harry. That was classic and I could just feel Harry shrinking a little bit under that voice!
The brothers getting together at the end was bittersweet. I love that you did that and did it so naturally, like brothers can be. I hope they can grow close like they used to be, though I know it can never be what it was, and they'll each know that for the rest of their lives too. Poor Fred, we all miss him. |
| Friday 17th July 2015 03:56 | These Cuts I Have (Author Response) |
This was the last email I read last night, and what a nice way to go to bed! Thank you very much. Writing this story feels like catching up with an old friend, as well.
Fred's is the hardest loss for me. If there was one I could change...even though I know Sirius was worse for poor Harry...I wish it hadn't been Fred. I can grieve a little through the characters. |
cutgril
Tuesday 14th July 2015 13:31 | These Cuts I Have |
| I'm with you Melinda. I really felt like I was left hanging after the last book. I really wanted to know what happened next. Thank you for writing this story to help fill in the blanks. I am really enjoying it! |
| Wednesday 15th July 2015 10:46 | These Cuts I Have (Author Response) |
| Thank you! I can't help but wonder to this day. JKR keeps plopping in with new little facts. I've already had to adjust things twice, lol. |
Arnel
Tuesday 14th July 2015 05:20 | These Cuts I Have |
Another fantastic chapter. The fact that I can't find anything to gripe about or disagree with shows how brilliant it is. What really works for me… hmm. I had to smile when Hermione acted like Molly when Ginny snuck back into her room in the middle of the night after having a fly with Harry. Their girl-talk really rang true and I think it was good for both of them, especially the laughter at the end.
Poor Harry! He's trying so hard not to be a bother, but no matter what, trouble just seems to be following him. I bet you're going to have a nice big section in some future chapter having to do with his trip to Gringotts, not to mention having to go see the medi-witch at the Ministry, now that his bruise has been discovered. I'm very glad Harry had the same reverence for Arthur's stern concern as the Weasley children do. I think he realizes deep down that even though he hasn't asked for it, he's being parented by Arthur, something he's desperately needed in his life for a very long time.
Finally, I love how the brothers were able to sit around the table and support one another; from brotherly advice to willingness to help, they've continued the support network they formed as children. That made me smile. All in all, well done. |
| Tuesday 14th July 2015 07:55 | These Cuts I Have (Author Response) |
I'm glad you liked this one, Arnel! I was pleased with how it turned out, as well. I'm sure you'll find something to disagree with eventually, but that's okay, too! I think chapter 8 is my next favorite, so we'll see what you think.
Arthur gets a bigger role in this story. I've always given all my love to Molly, but after living on his own for a year, I don't think Harry would easily slip into a parent/child relationship. I see him more accepting of something like Remus in PoA, distant but open about being there if Harry needs him.
At this point, Harry really doesn't know what he needs. He'll figure it out. |
FreeWinky
Tuesday 14th July 2015 00:23 | These Cuts I Have |
| Melindaleo, you are an awesome author. I have been reading this fic and it is like you are filling in the blanks left by JKR. Of course we know what happened after 19 years, but it is interesting to see the beginning of the healing process. Looking forward to know what lies ahead. |
| Tuesday 14th July 2015 01:27 | These Cuts I Have (Author Response) |
| Thanks very much. I've been pondering those blanks for quite some time now, lol. I hope you continue to enjoy. |
Amamama
Monday 13th July 2015 17:46 | These Cuts I Have |
Oh, wow. Awesome. Please excuse my lack of commenting before, I've been sneakily reading this, as hubby thought we should stay off fanfiction to rein in our daughter a bit (who can easily do nothing but read fanfiction all day). But now it's summer hols, and she's at a summer job and I'm home alone and then I get to indulge. Woop! I so totally love this, because I too felt the lack in canon. No finishing thoughts, working through the horrid experiences. This does fill a huge, empty hole. And you do it so well. Everybody are unraveling, yet the cling to each other and love each other and do their best to support each other when they all need a lot of support. Absolutely wonderful. I sit here crying and laughing and melting, wanting so much to hold them and hug them. I do love your writing, it pulls me in. And I really, really hope this will be a longish story, because I really do not want it to end.
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| Tuesday 14th July 2015 01:29 | These Cuts I Have (Author Response) |
| Wow, what a nice way to wake up! Thanks for taking the time to let me know your thoughts. I'm glad you're enjoying it. I'm finding there are a lot of folks out there who, like us, want to fill in the blanks. I'm having a blast with it so far, so I hope you continue to enjoy. |
