A Murder of Crows
HogwartsClassof911,052 Reviews | 1,052 Ratings, 0 Likes, 798 Favorites )
Adult Hermione wants to forget the mistakes of her past. Snape
knows all about secrets and lies. Forced to work together, their dislike for
one another turns into reluctant desire. Will they learn to trust each other in
time to stop the insidious plot bent on changing the future of the wizarding
world forever?
Chapters (33)
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HogwartsClassof91
Member Since 2008 | 6 Stories | Favorited by 316 | 137 Reviews Written | 1,552 Review Responses
"A Murder of Crows" was my first foray into fan-fiction, and I treasure the lessons I've learned while posting it.
Reviews for A Murder of Crows
Damn. That was amazing - tense, hot, and brutal - a delightfully wicked combination. Well done. I am in awe.
Response from HogwartsClassof91 (Author of A Murder of Crows)
*blushes* Coming from the Queen of Hot, that is one hell of a compliment!! Thank you so very much; you've made my week!
Response from HogwartsClassof91 (Author of A Murder of Crows)
*blushes* Coming from the Queen of Hot, that is one hell of a compliment!! Thank you so very much; you've made my week!
Ouch! Those last words of Snape would have been like a slap on the face for Hermione. Looking forward to the next chapter...
Response from HogwartsClassof91 (Author of A Murder of Crows)
Next chapter is in the queue, so we will see how they handle the situation. Thanks for the review.
Response from HogwartsClassof91 (Author of A Murder of Crows)
Next chapter is in the queue, so we will see how they handle the situation. Thanks for the review.
Oh, I think Snape is going to regret that. Great chapter and can't wait to find out what happens next.
Response from HogwartsClassof91 (Author of A Murder of Crows)
Thanks so much - I appreciate the review. Next chapter is in the queue!
Response from HogwartsClassof91 (Author of A Murder of Crows)
Thanks so much - I appreciate the review. Next chapter is in the queue!
Young Hermoine has grown into a woman to be admired - nice job, you! I love the back-story... very intriguing and definitely has me hooked. Additionally, it's so nice to meet a Draco I can actually like! LOL!! Keep 'em coming - you have a new fan!!!!
Response from HogwartsClassof91 (Author of A Murder of Crows)
Thanks ever so much for the lovely review and pretty, shiny stars!! I'm very pleased you enjoyed the first chapter.
Response from HogwartsClassof91 (Author of A Murder of Crows)
Thanks ever so much for the lovely review and pretty, shiny stars!! I'm very pleased you enjoyed the first chapter.
Awww, Hoggie, That last bit was just luvverly! :D
Response from HogwartsClassof91 (Author of A Murder of Crows)
Thanks so much, Sunny1, Sunny2, Sunny3, Sunny33!!!I felt like I was Jane Austin for a second with the "propriety would dictate" bit, but what are you gonna do?!Ooh - my stars are so sparkly! Thank you, fellow 'Puff!!!
Response from HogwartsClassof91 (Author of A Murder of Crows)
Thanks so much, Sunny1, Sunny2, Sunny3, Sunny33!!!I felt like I was Jane Austin for a second with the "propriety would dictate" bit, but what are you gonna do?!Ooh - my stars are so sparkly! Thank you, fellow 'Puff!!!
Good for Hermione! I think Severus will at least privately think twice before belittling her again.
Response from HogwartsClassof91 (Author of A Murder of Crows)
He certainly should!! Thanks very much for reading, and many thanks for the lovely stars!
Response from HogwartsClassof91 (Author of A Murder of Crows)
He certainly should!! Thanks very much for reading, and many thanks for the lovely stars!
That was so good!I can't think of anything wrong with it!Wow
Response from HogwartsClassof91 (Author of A Murder of Crows)
Whew! Thank you very much; I really appreciate the feedback (and the stars!).
Response from HogwartsClassof91 (Author of A Murder of Crows)
Whew! Thank you very much; I really appreciate the feedback (and the stars!).
I have never thought of Severus as a morning personlol poor Neville at least he didn't blow up a cauldron lolA personality potion! no way then he wouldn't be our lovable Snarky Snape lolthats showing him huh now what Severus
Response from HogwartsClassof91 (Author of A Murder of Crows)
LOL - definitely not a morning person!!! :-)Yes, poor Neville just can't win, can he?! And I agree with you - what was Hermione thinking... a Personality Potion?! I suppose she'll just have to learn to appreciate him the way we do!!Now what, indeed!! Can't wait to see how things progress between them (and I already know, and I'm still excited!!) Next chapter is in the queue... hope you enjoy it!!Thanks so much for all of your lovely reviews. It really is a great help to see what you're picking up from each chapter!!
Response from HogwartsClassof91 (Author of A Murder of Crows)
LOL - definitely not a morning person!!! :-)Yes, poor Neville just can't win, can he?! And I agree with you - what was Hermione thinking... a Personality Potion?! I suppose she'll just have to learn to appreciate him the way we do!!Now what, indeed!! Can't wait to see how things progress between them (and I already know, and I'm still excited!!) Next chapter is in the queue... hope you enjoy it!!Thanks so much for all of your lovely reviews. It really is a great help to see what you're picking up from each chapter!!
love the song and that it led to his appearance nicely doneoh boy i knew they would arguehe can have my virtue lolhe sure knows how to push her buttons prefect
Response from HogwartsClassof91 (Author of A Murder of Crows)
Oh, I'm so glad you noticed how the song led into his arrival - I really wanted to time the line "something wicked this way comes" with his initial appearance. (Wicked in a good way, of course!). I'm giddy that someone picked up on that - well done!!!!Yes, poor Hermione is going to have to learn to resist his taunts, isn't she?! It will be fun for us to watch, anyway...Thanks so much for the review!!!
Response from HogwartsClassof91 (Author of A Murder of Crows)
Oh, I'm so glad you noticed how the song led into his arrival - I really wanted to time the line "something wicked this way comes" with his initial appearance. (Wicked in a good way, of course!). I'm giddy that someone picked up on that - well done!!!!Yes, poor Hermione is going to have to learn to resist his taunts, isn't she?! It will be fun for us to watch, anyway...Thanks so much for the review!!!
Minerva is right she shouldn't feel guilt who would have knowI bet Severus really appreciates Neville coming to visit at least someone did on a regular basisOh boy can't wait to see what Severus has to say about her teaching Potions with him that should be goodI believe Hermione has met her younger self lolLoving this
Response from HogwartsClassof91 (Author of A Murder of Crows)
You are so right! I hope she listens to Minerva, but I think she's probably the kind of person to carry guilt around with her for a long time...Her younger self, indeed!! I think she'll definitely have a soft spot for that girl!Thanks so much for your feedback - I really appreciate the lovely review and the high rating!!!
Response from HogwartsClassof91 (Author of A Murder of Crows)
You are so right! I hope she listens to Minerva, but I think she's probably the kind of person to carry guilt around with her for a long time...Her younger self, indeed!! I think she'll definitely have a soft spot for that girl!Thanks so much for your feedback - I really appreciate the lovely review and the high rating!!!
I wonder if Minerva will give him DADA when he returns since Hermione is PotionsI'm glad he knew Neville that means he will be ok for the most partI love the banter between Draco and Hermione
Response from HogwartsClassof91 (Author of A Murder of Crows)
Yes, it was quite a relief that his mind didn't suffer at all! That would have been too sad...I'm glad you enjoyed the Draco banter - I had a lot of fun writing it!!! Thanks ever so much for the review and the lovely stars!!
Response from HogwartsClassof91 (Author of A Murder of Crows)
Yes, it was quite a relief that his mind didn't suffer at all! That would have been too sad...I'm glad you enjoyed the Draco banter - I had a lot of fun writing it!!! Thanks ever so much for the review and the lovely stars!!
Potions teacher and bringing in first years you go girlI hope she doesn't stay with Ronnikins the git he is not right for herSomething is not right with her teacherNeville can be so sweet and I understand how he feels about them not knowing it may seem that way at times but you never knowDraco will always be DracoI really am enjoying this story so far
Response from HogwartsClassof91 (Author of A Murder of Crows)
Wow - thank you so much for the review... I'm very glad to see you were able to get through my endless back-story - LOL!!! I really appreciate you reading, and leaving me stars!!
Response from HogwartsClassof91 (Author of A Murder of Crows)
Wow - thank you so much for the review... I'm very glad to see you were able to get through my endless back-story - LOL!!! I really appreciate you reading, and leaving me stars!!
I'm enjoying this very much! I love your characterisation of Hermione. Her interactions with Severus are so well done and fun to read. I'm looking very much forward to more!
Response from HogwartsClassof91 (Author of A Murder of Crows)
What a lovely compliment (several, actually)!!! I had so much fun writing their interactions, so it's quite nice to hear that they're fun to read!! Next chapter is in the queue!! Thank you SO much for the thoughtful review and the high rating!!
Response from HogwartsClassof91 (Author of A Murder of Crows)
What a lovely compliment (several, actually)!!! I had so much fun writing their interactions, so it's quite nice to hear that they're fun to read!! Next chapter is in the queue!! Thank you SO much for the thoughtful review and the high rating!!
Very intriguing beginning. I like all the details you're providing in the backstory, especially Hermione's research on the combination of science and magic!
Off to read more!
Response from HogwartsClassof91 (Author of A Murder of Crows)
Thank you so much! Hermione always struck me as the kind of character that wouldn't want to limit their education to just one realm, and I can see her seeking out the best of both magical and science knowledge. I'm so pleased you've decided to read my story - thank you very much for your kind review and the lovely, lovely stars!
Response from HogwartsClassof91 (Author of A Murder of Crows)
Thank you so much! Hermione always struck me as the kind of character that wouldn't want to limit their education to just one realm, and I can see her seeking out the best of both magical and science knowledge. I'm so pleased you've decided to read my story - thank you very much for your kind review and the lovely, lovely stars!
Bravo Hermione!LOL at Neville and Draco.Snape should have learned long ago that Hermione wouldn't fail at anything she really wanted to do well and observing her class would not permanately rattle her to the point of failure.
Response from HogwartsClassof91 (Author of A Murder of Crows)
Yes, indeed - I suppose he'll just have to find some other way to annoy her, LOL!!! Thank you so much for reading and leaving a review!
Response from HogwartsClassof91 (Author of A Murder of Crows)
Yes, indeed - I suppose he'll just have to find some other way to annoy her, LOL!!! Thank you so much for reading and leaving a review!
Thanks for ths delightful tale which promises to combine mystery and romance. I think you're doing an exellent job with the characters of Hermione and Snape.
Response from HogwartsClassof91 (Author of A Murder of Crows)
Thanks so much,
Response from HogwartsClassof91 (Author of A Murder of Crows)
, my dear!! I'm very pleased that you're enjoying it. Oooh - and you left me pretty stars, too... squee!!!!
Response from HogwartsClassof91 (Author of A Murder of Crows)
Thanks so much,
Response from HogwartsClassof91 (Author of A Murder of Crows)
, my dear!! I'm very pleased that you're enjoying it. Oooh - and you left me pretty stars, too... squee!!!!
Beautifully done! Sharp dialogue and seamless transitions make this a joy to read.
Response from HogwartsClassof91 (Author of A Murder of Crows)
You've absolutely spoiled me with these lovely reviews (and sparkly stars). Thank you so much - I know I shouldn't be such a whore for reviews, but you've made my week!!!! 
Response from HogwartsClassof91 (Author of A Murder of Crows)
You've absolutely spoiled me with these lovely reviews (and sparkly stars). Thank you so much - I know I shouldn't be such a whore for reviews, but you've made my week!!!!
Lovely tension all around. Quite enjoyable!
Response from HogwartsClassof91 (Author of A Murder of Crows)
Thank you... I was quite nervous about introducing Snape into the story for the first time. Glad you enjoyed it!
Response from HogwartsClassof91 (Author of A Murder of Crows)
Thank you... I was quite nervous about introducing Snape into the story for the first time. Glad you enjoyed it!
Hermione seems on edge, and is ready to take anything Snape says or does the wrong way, and he just can't pass up an opportunity to bait her. But it also feels like that's all it is--teasing, and H hasn't figured it out yet.Oh, so much fun! =)
Response from HogwartsClassof91 (Author of A Murder of Crows)
Yes, I think she's at quite a loss as to how to take him!! And Snape does indeed appear to enjoy pushing her buttons, so to speak.Thanks so much for continuing to read, and for leaving a review!!
Response from HogwartsClassof91 (Author of A Murder of Crows)
Yes, I think she's at quite a loss as to how to take him!! And Snape does indeed appear to enjoy pushing her buttons, so to speak.Thanks so much for continuing to read, and for leaving a review!!
what a terrific story! thanks so much and i look forward to more.
Response from HogwartsClassof91 (Author of A Murder of Crows)
Thank you so much... I'm so glad you think so!! Lot's more to come... next chapter is already in queue!
Response from HogwartsClassof91 (Author of A Murder of Crows)
Thank you so much... I'm so glad you think so!! Lot's more to come... next chapter is already in queue!
I'm totally hooked. Your writing is strong and the story compelling. I love how they've all grown up but retained their personalities. You've even redeemed Draco, and that's quite a feat.
Response from HogwartsClassof91 (Author of A Murder of Crows)
What a lovely review - thank you so much for your kind words!!
Response from HogwartsClassof91 (Author of A Murder of Crows)
What a lovely review - thank you so much for your kind words!!
Wow. Very compelling. I love your back story. Well done.
Response from HogwartsClassof91 (Author of A Murder of Crows)
Oh, goodness - thank you so very much! I was kicking myself for the excess of back-story, so I'm very pleased that you didn't mind it too much!!Many thanks for reading!!
Response from HogwartsClassof91 (Author of A Murder of Crows)
Oh, goodness - thank you so very much! I was kicking myself for the excess of back-story, so I'm very pleased that you didn't mind it too much!!Many thanks for reading!!
oh that clever girl! i love her! and how could sev not fall for an image like that? great chapter, you really captured hermione's wit and intelligence 
Response from HogwartsClassof91 (Author of A Murder of Crows)
Yay - that's exactly what I was hoping to show! She had to prove her talents in Potions... it couldn't just be lip service, I think. Thanks VERY much for the applause and the pretty stars!!!
Response from HogwartsClassof91 (Author of A Murder of Crows)
Yay - that's exactly what I was hoping to show! She had to prove her talents in Potions... it couldn't just be lip service, I think. Thanks VERY much for the applause and the pretty stars!!!
Captivating over a cauldron? I love that image. It would also make a good wizarding romance novel title. ;)
Response from HogwartsClassof91 (Author of A Murder of Crows)
Thanks! I had a very clear image in my head when I wrote that last scene, and I really wanted to request that as one of my art prompts for the SS/HG Exchange, but I wasn't sure if I'd be able to post the chapter in time. It would probably be difficult to draw, anyway, darn it.LOVE the title "Captivating Over a Cauldron"... perhaps something Gilderoy Lockhart could write after he left St Mungo's??Thanks so much for the review and the pretty, shiny stars! LOVE all things shiny....
Response from HogwartsClassof91 (Author of A Murder of Crows)
Thanks! I had a very clear image in my head when I wrote that last scene, and I really wanted to request that as one of my art prompts for the SS/HG Exchange, but I wasn't sure if I'd be able to post the chapter in time. It would probably be difficult to draw, anyway, darn it.LOVE the title "Captivating Over a Cauldron"... perhaps something Gilderoy Lockhart could write after he left St Mungo's??Thanks so much for the review and the pretty, shiny stars! LOVE all things shiny....
I love your attention to detail. Can't wait to read more!
Response from HogwartsClassof91 (Author of A Murder of Crows)
Thank you for the pretty stars, and the compliment! It's such an honour to receive such a nice review from an author whose work I admire so much!!
Response from HogwartsClassof91 (Author of A Murder of Crows)
Thank you for the pretty stars, and the compliment! It's such an honour to receive such a nice review from an author whose work I admire so much!!