Unlikely Bedfellows
PlaidPooka98 Reviews | 6.89/10 (98 Ratings, 0 Likes, 59 Favorites )
What will it take to get the most unlikely of bedfellows together? A post HBP fic. Character Death Warning is for events which happen before the events of the story.
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I'm a 53 year old woman who wrote fanfic for years and adored doing it. While I lost the heart for fanfic after book 7 came out, I am still writing, and can be found at http://julianneqjohnson.com
You can find my published work on Amazon under the name Julianne Q Johnson.
Reviews for Unlikely Bedfellows
Where's the rest? You can't just stop the chapter like that. I can't help it, but whenever I read a new chapter of your story I have to think "lovely" although that normally isn't the way I think of Snape.
Response from PlaidPooka (Author of Unlikely Bedfellows)
*giggle* I am rather naughty with my chapter breaks, aren't I? I just can't seem to help it! I'm thrilled that you think it's lovely, and I freely admit that my Snapes tend to be a bit on the nice side. But what the hell, that's the way I like them! Thanks! :)
What a naughty place to put a chapter break!! *still doing happy dance*Yay!!! I was so excited to see an update!! I love this story, and I am anxiously awaiting the next installment. By the way... I love the P.R.A.T.s. *grin* GG
Response from PlaidPooka (Author of Unlikely Bedfellows)
Thanks! I'm so glad that you are enjoying it, and that you found it again after my long hiatus. Glad the P.R.A.T.s made you giggle. I tried to think of an animal name, I really did, but I ended up settling for prat, which does amuse me, as it's for folks who skipped their N.E.W.T.s. Thanks for the kind review! :) Oh, and I'm just about to update again! :D
Woo, yeah! You're on a move now! Now, by adult tests, do you mean the NEWTs, or are there other tests that have escaped me? So excited when you update!
Response from PlaidPooka (Author of Unlikely Bedfellows)
The "Adult tests" were explained in a previous chapter. (The P.R.A.T.s) Tests a wizard takes if they missed their N.E.W.T.s. And don't blame poor Jo for those; their all mine. Thanks! :)
Ron seems to be very determined, but I guess that is to be expected after fighting in a war and a long time of being ill. A very lovely chapter. I wish I could have a Snape like yours for myself. I do hope though that he's going to keep his name, and look forward to reading how you will decide.
Response from PlaidPooka (Author of Unlikely Bedfellows)
I think that Weasley men are determined creatures, once they make up their minds, at least! Thanks for reading and thanks for the kind review! :)
Sooo… do we get a Severus Weasley or a Ron Snape? I like how you portrayed Molly and Arthur, their interactions with each other, and the way they supported Ron was nicely done. While I’d imagine Molly would be disappointed about grandkids, I could also see her being the fussy mother of the groom (or bride ;-)
Response from PlaidPooka (Author of Unlikely Bedfellows)
*giggle* My lips are sealed! But you shouldn't have to wait too long to find out who will have what name. As you can see from this chapter, I like the Weasleys a lot. Molly might be a fussbudget, but she is a strong and supportive Mom. If she can put up with Phlemn, she can handle Severus! Lol! Also, with six kids, I imagine Molly will have plenty of grandkids to fuss with. I doubt she would mind if some of the six weren't breeders. *snicker* Thanks love, and thanks for the help! :)
oh what a cliff hanger I know nothing life or deathish but still you are left there wanting. Nice job
Response from PlaidPooka (Author of Unlikely Bedfellows)
Thank you! I do like my little cliffys. :D
A REALLY SWEET STORY.i'M NOT A BIG FAN OF SLASH, BUT YOU DID THIS STORY WITH SUCH GRACE AND GENTLENESS THAT I WAS QUITE BEGUILED BY IT > YOUR OTHER STORIES ARE EXCELLANT< ESPECIALLY"NAKED JOURNEY" KEEP UP THE GREAT WORK! LOVE BARB BURKE
Response from PlaidPooka (Author of Unlikely Bedfellows)
Thank you so much! I'm so glad that you enjoyed it! :)
Thank you... No, thank YOU... I giggled at that part of the exchange between Ron and Healer Cotton. My little one does the same when we say thank you. Oh, and I am dying to buy those two love birds a king-size bed. They do so deserve it.
Response from PlaidPooka (Author of Unlikely Bedfellows)
Hi sweetie! I'm glad you are liking it so far! And not to worry, we'll get them a nice playground...er...I mean bed before too awful long! ;)
I woke at 3 AM and thought what a wonderful time to read Pook's story without interruptions. As usual, I was not disappointed ... It's so wonderful to have you hanging about (and writing) again.
Response from PlaidPooka (Author of Unlikely Bedfellows)
Thanks love! It's wonderful to actually be able to write something again!
I woke at 3 AM and thought what a wonderful time to read Pook's story without interruptions. As usual, I was not disappointed ... It's so wonderful to have you hanging about (and writing) again.
Response from PlaidPooka (Author of Unlikely Bedfellows)
You're a sweetheart! :)
Plaid...Darling...How can I say this...I LOVE YOU! You ship Snape and Herms and you ship Snape and Ron, my two all time favorite ships ::hugs:: And you bottom Snape...not too many authors do that. Thanks for updating so quickly!
Response from PlaidPooka (Author of Unlikely Bedfellows)
Woot! You lurve me! *purely platonic girlie smooches* I've always had a bit of a thing for bottom Snape, though I think I like him best as a switch hitter. ;) Wow! Not many Ron/Severus shippers out there, though the ship is really growing on me. The few, the proud, the Ron/Severus shippers! Thanks for reading, love, and I'm so glad you are enjoying it! :)
Wow, guess you had better keep that muse chained up; this is wonderful! Two updates in two days – you’re going to spoil us. **is very willing to be spoiled** The background that Cotton provided on Severus was just heartbreaking, and Ron’s reaction was very tenderly portrayed. Poor Snape, so convinced nothing good can ever happen to him. For someone who’s not a big slash fan, you have me absolutely loving this tale. If your muse ever escapes again, let us know and we’ll kidnap her back for you. You must keep up this wonderful story, or else: 
Response from PlaidPooka (Author of Unlikely Bedfellows)
Thanks sweetheart! Hell, with all this writing, I'm spoiling myself! I'll tell you a secret, I finished the first draft of chapter 10 today and it's off to the betas! Of course, tomorrow it's back to work for me. *sigh* That's bound to slow me down!Thanks again! And thanks for helping Healer Cotton with her little "fine tuning" problem! *giggle*
When the muse comes back, it seems to come back with a vengeance. I'm happy to see another great chapter within such a short time. I really like your Ron, who comes across as much more mature and responsible than he does in many other fan fics.
Response from PlaidPooka (Author of Unlikely Bedfellows)
I think Ron Weasley is sadly underated in many fanfics. So many have him never maturing past the personallity of a 13 year old boy! Don't get me wrong, I've enjoyed some rather naughty Ron's in fanfiction, but I like a sensible Ron best. Glad that you liked him as well! :)
all i can say is woohoo.......awwwwwwwwwwwwww....lol....awesome chapter...can't wait for the next update.....good to have you back pooka...
Response from PlaidPooka (Author of Unlikely Bedfellows)
Thank you, my dear! It's good to be back! :)
*is speechless*Thank you for a chapter full of fluff :D*squees and awwhhs*
Response from PlaidPooka (Author of Unlikely Bedfellows)
glad that you got a kick out of it! Thanks! :)
What a relief. I was so happy to see you had brought this back. Oh this is Anijade btw just on my other pen name. Great story I love to see our boys happy together
Response from PlaidPooka (Author of Unlikely Bedfellows)
Thanks, Anijade! And thanks for sticking with it despite the long break. :)
Tee hee hee, damn but you are brilliant, Pook! It’s wonderful to see you updating again. This chapter left me alternately hot and flushed and then giggling up a storm. Sooo… our new questions are: 1) Just what will Ron do to calm a raging Severus? 2) Will Cotton be more comforting than Polly Ester, or will Polly Ester just remain so irritating and scratchy? 3) Will Hermione pass her P.R.A.T.s? with umpteen O’s? I’m sitting on the edge of my seat, you must update soon. Do whatever it takes… get your muse drunk, get your muse stoned, get your muse sober, take your muse out for a walk – anything, please.
Response from PlaidPooka (Author of Unlikely Bedfellows)
I think that my muse was out for a walk for altogether too long already! I'm chaining her to the computer and never letting her see the light of day again! I know, rather cruel of me, but drastic times, drastic measures and all that rubbish.I see that my little name game has not escaped you. This one was a bit obvious. *snicker* Did you note Healer Rayon as well? And what should I name the next poor slob? Perhaps we'll have a Japanese Healer named Fraichir? *giggle* I know, I know, my costumer's background is showing!Glad you enjoyed my joke, and the P.R.A.T.s. *snicker* Thanks for reading and a big thanks for helping me with Severus' little "trusting" problem. :D
Heh...no wonder the sex was so good for them, after a four-month hiatus on the brink...
I love the uncertainty between them, now that there's this spanner in the works. Is Healer Cotton going to turn out to be an old romantic? I hope so 
Response from PlaidPooka (Author of Unlikely Bedfellows)
Yes, abstenance does seem to put a little more edge into playtime, doesn't it? *giggle* Glad that you enjoyed it, and I think you just might be a bit on the right track where Patricia is concerned, though it does go a bit deeper than that. *Pook waggles her eyebrows in what she thinks is a mysterious fashion, but only manages to look rather odd* Thanks! :)
I'm glad to see that the muse has returned. A very good chapter, and I hope that Healer Cotton has come up with the same idea I and most probably all your other readers would come up with as well.
Response from PlaidPooka (Author of Unlikely Bedfellows)
Thank you my dear! And I imagine you are right about Healer Cotton. ;)
omg...an update...an update...i have been waiting so impatiently for this next chapter since the story was first publised...for someone who said they arent the greatest ate writing slash ....you did a fantastic job...i loved it...cannot wait for the next update...i hope ron can talk his way into staying at the hospital with snape...god this is a wonderful story...keep up the good work...
Response from PlaidPooka (Author of Unlikely Bedfellows)
I'm sorry that the wait was so long and I'm trilled that you enjoyed it! I'm also thrilled you liked the slashy goodness. I was a slash writing virgin until this story. Hopefully you will not have to wait long for the next update, as I just finished the first draft of chapter 9. I'm sure it needs a bit of a polish, but at least you won't have to wait another 6 months for it! Thanks so much for the kind review!
Nice to see it updated.
Response from PlaidPooka (Author of Unlikely Bedfellows)
Thanks, sweetie! :)
If someone told me I would read a story with this pairing and enjoy it I would have never believed them. Thank you for proving me wrong. Very good story.
OK, the pairing stressed my willing suspesion of disbelief close to the snapping point.... However, it snapped with a twang when a health care worker showed any consideration for the privacy of patients. Love your other stories, but this is just too unbelievable!