nicely done!  I love the romantic Severus.  But I'm trying to find out what a lavilavi looks like..hmmm.

Lotm - that was really fun. Very OOC, but you did warn me, so all is forgiven. The virginal blood thing creeps me out. I have seen it in another fic (not sure if it was yours), and it creeped me out there too. It had no real purpose in character development, so why? God is in the details and this story had many. I love a story that takes the time to build the settings and characters properly, without relying on JKR to fill in the blanks. The scene where snape brewed the potion was particularly well written. Lots of details to build the scene in my mind. Love your work - you are one of my fav authors. lol

A thoroughly enjoyable read. It’s nice to see a Severus with a sense of humour.

Very cute :) As always I really enjoyed your work and look forward to more as soon as your muse permits. Thank you for writing

Another great chapter.  Tall, Dark, and Ugly.  I loved his letter!  And I kept picturing Rickman!Snape in his description of himself- the thin lips, the eyebrow crease- but you've improved on it, NO pudge!  Oh my!  Moving on to the next chapter.

Rus is so sneaky.  I like it.  I've actually just finished reading In Annulo again (over a nice long vacation, printed it out and took it with me, etc. Anyway...) and I'm still glad you've written this version.  I'm looking forward to watching their relationship reveal itself.  Thanks!

(Stares in slacked jawed amazement) You truly are a gifted writer.  Talent oozes out of every word and perfectly turned phrase.  You're the Goddess of sexual tension, steamy erotica and pure fun.  I've missed reading your stories.  You never disappoint, you just continually achieve greater heights with every story you post.  I absolutely loved this fic!!  The letters of budding friendship were so beautifully written.  They allowed both Severus and Hermione to unburden their hearts and minds and find true friendship and heart stopping love. The sexual tension was well crafted and their teasing banter superbly done!!  I absolutely adored the Granger-Snape instruction manual!! I so want to have one of my very own!! (sighs what woman wouldn't?!) Once again it was totally worth the wait and a pure pleasure to read! Thank you!

oh, lady, this story is awesome! I don't care if it's AU now, so what?  I love AU!  I love how Severus made her tell him the answer right away, so sneaky, and lovable.  I'm so glad you posted a new story, especially one with 10 chapters.  Thanks.

This is wonderful!!  I like the tension created between them, and was a bit breathless when he began whispering in her ear in the class room.  *fanning face*  I like the idea of a Snape that exercises in the mornings.  Makes him a bit of a bloody Corinthian.  (Sorry for the blatent regency term, but you did mention Gretna Green.)  *grin*Lovely as always.. and as always, I can't wait for your next bit of imagination-cum-fan fiction!!  Cheers!    

A great fun to read!And as for HBP? Happily ignoring away for the time being :-)You mentioned more WIP`s? Anything more comming our way?Sandra

I just read this.  Fantastic story.  I loved the letters!

What a lovely read!  Thanks again, lotm

Wow! It's great! I missed reading your stories, specially after "In anullo" as a wip... I nearly jumped of my chair everytime I say an update... Just like I did today with this new story!I certanly noticed some similarities, like the different names (I kept reading Russel when it was Rus, lol) and the means of communication (rings and bracelets, although this one was a bit more modern...).So, all this to say I loved the story and to tell you I'm always expecting new stories! I promise to read them all!xoxo

Very interesting beginning.

Aww, this was such a great story!So sweet, I loved it! I love sweet!Severus, this was just such a good ending as well. Great story!

OMG! I totally teared up! This was a great chapter.

That was wonderful! Instruct me Snape! I don't mind! LOL!I love this, mainly for the fact that Hermione said she loved him! YAY! I was so happy! That was so sweet!And this chapter was so hot!

OMG! I was all sorts of emotions during this chapter, I even started to tear up during the unveiling of 'Rus'. Hermione's reaction was so heartfelt, it made my chest clench.This just keeps getting better and better.

that was a teasing beginning. And now I'll have to wait for this evening to read the rest because of some social obligation  

OMG! Okay... the whole voice part had me like almost panting.What a lovely picture to draw... WOW! Is what I saw about this chapter!

Loved it. Loved it all. Thankyou!

I did enjoy it very much.  Thanks for a warm fuzzy story to read before heading for bed.  I always sleep better after a good romantic story.

This story is so GOOD! GREAT! AMAZING! FANTASTIC =D =D =D!!!! I LOVE IT!!! Though I was expecting the war to be much longer this story is very well writen and I have to tell you that you are a very good writer!!And again I love this story ;)Cya!

LOL- what a funny way to end it - it was too cute - loved the whole 8 inches above the waves - what will the natives think- smile.

Great chapter - good save with Ginny and your take on the final battle was extremely creative - I loved it. Poor fellows - I bet Ron turned 3 shade of green when they kissed - lol.