The Witches of Gilford
pyjamapants438 Reviews | 6.84/10 (438 Ratings, 0 Likes, 373 Favorites )
The war and subsequent clean-up has ended, and the wizarding world is beginning to come out of its shell. Having had enough of Hermione and Severus's bookworm, introverted ways, Molly and Minerva give well-intentioned Christmas gifts aiming to push our heroes out of their comfort zones and into the arms of a well-read, like-minded witch or wizard. Will our heroes ally to survive with their wits intact? Will they overcome their personal demons? Will they find love within the pages of the detested novel?
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I'm a freelancing Yank who lives in the Midwest with her husband, three cats, and two dogs.
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Reviews for The Witches of Gilford
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What a wonderful chapter! It's so nice to see how this relationship develops - and personally, I enjoy it very much that they don't fall over each other right away, but prefer to work on their relationship beforehand and all. The Book Club part is really good, too. Great that they were so successfull with their endeavor!
Author's Response: Thank you! I'm glad you're enjoying it so much!
Thanks for the glowing review!
I loved their "presentation"! So clever!Ach, those two! Well, I suppose it's almost expected if Severus is as socially awkward as you make him out to be ... Crotchlumency ... *snerk*
Response from pyjamapants (Author of The Witches of Gilford)
I'm tickled that you liked their presentation and the Crotchlumency. I'm happy to entertain.Thanks for reviewing!
You are too much! I was laughing so hard my husband came downstairs to ask "what's so funny?" You made my day! Hope to read more soon!
Response from pyjamapants (Author of The Witches of Gilford)
You've made my day with your review!I'm happy to have made you laugh so hard! (There's no emoticon large enough for my smile right now)Thanks!
I just love this story, and this chapter was wonderful.
Response from pyjamapants (Author of The Witches of Gilford)
Why, thank you! I'm glad you enjoyed this chapter so much!
Thank you for that wonderful chapter! the meeting was superbly funny. I love that their stating the truth started a tiny 'war.' I am so glad Severus is serious enough to call a moratorium on sex. I think it's a great idea.crotchlumency! what a hoot! Thank you so much for this so-funny tale!
Response from pyjamapants (Author of The Witches of Gilford)
You are quite, quite welcome.Did ya spot the jarvey? That was entirely for you,
Response from pyjamapants (Author of The Witches of Gilford)
for your reference to the dog who only responded to scripture quotes.I'm glad you're pleased by the sex moratorium. I was a bit concerned that it would go over like a lead balloon.
Response from pookah (Reviewer)
For ME? Thank you! I am honoured! I did spot the jarvey, but forgot to mention it in my review. When I was reading, I thought of that dog and wondered. This is such a fun story. I approve of people talking things slowly. it makes relationships so much better in the long run. So you have one staunch suporter, at least.
Well, Matilda certainly wasn't pleased with their book club presentation, but I thoroughly enjoyed it! I can't wait to see the after effects of their subversive behavior. I'd be curious to know how many people would still be reading if the compulsion charms weren't there. Damn Severus for his common sense, self-discipline and restraint. Looks like we are all going to need a crash course in Crotchlumency. Then again his intense reaction to her eating a bite of lamb gives me hope that he may not hold out too long.
Response from pyjamapants (Author of The Witches of Gilford)
:)I'm glad you enjoyed it! I suspect with Severus, it's not so much discipline as absolute terror at the thought of real physical intimacy. It probably scares the crap out of the man.I suspect neither of them will be able to hold out for very long.Thanks for the lovely review. Happy holidays, neighbor!
Ha, I loved that meeting, it was great. I can't wait to read the next chapter!
Response from pyjamapants (Author of The Witches of Gilford)
I'm glad you enjoyed it!
Oh, dear GOD. I read the little review on amazon and I cannot express the ennui that swept me over from just the synopsis alone. Poor Severus! Poor Hermione! You are a cruel mistress to our beloved characters!
Response from pyjamapants (Author of The Witches of Gilford)
Oh, there's far worse tortures that have befallen our beloved duo.Glad you kept reading despite the synopsis!
Crotchlumency? You had too many eggnogs? :P
Response from pyjamapants (Author of The Witches of Gilford)
Oh, I wish I could blame it on that. :)'Twas just pure silliness.
Thank you so much for the update. Hermione and Severus presentation at the bookclub was every bit as entertaining as I hoped it would be, very well done:-)) Though I can, reluctantly, see the reason behind "Chaste-Severus", I must admit that my whish for them to be together are a bit stronger:-))
Response from pyjamapants (Author of The Witches of Gilford)
I'm glad the book club satisfied!Hermione doesn't sound like she'll last very long in the land of forced celibacy, does she?Thank you so much for the lovely review!
"Crotchlumency"! I love it!!!
The rebellion is now nicely underway within the Book Club, and now I'm wondering just what steps Matilda Broomshanks will take to rein everyone in next time... she didn't look pleased with the turn events had taken! Looking forward to the next chapter!
Response from pyjamapants (Author of The Witches of Gilford)
I'm tickled that you liked "Crotchlumency"! That might be my favorite bit that I've written.Thank you for the review!
Wonderful chapter. I'm glad Hermione wasn't wearing "PajamaPants" because he'd have an even harder time resisting due to easy access (reference to the garment and not your morals..although if I was with Snape my morals would be shoved onto the back shelf).Is the compulsion charm the only way that idiotic book ever sold? I loved that people are getting ill off of the recipies. Is Lockhart writing under a pseudonom? Can't wait to find out what happens.
Response from pyjamapants (Author of The Witches of Gilford)
Oh, with the right marketing, ANYTHING can be sold.I'm surprised there wasn't a binding charm that prohibited them from critiquing the book. ;)I'm glad you enjoyed it so much! Thank you for the lovely review!
That was fun! I loved how they got other members of the book club to actually say how they really feel about the book! It is the best revenge on those holding them hostage to the book club. Crotchlemency, HA, I know it well!!
Response from pyjamapants (Author of The Witches of Gilford)
I'm so glad you enjoyed it. Yes, Crotchlumency is a handy skill indeed.I'm so glad that you enjoyed the club's reaction!Thank you for the review!
OMG! i was gasping along with hermione! crotchlumency! this was a faboo update! thanks so much. ps, in britan don't you have to get your own drinks at the pub?
Response from pyjamapants (Author of The Witches of Gilford)
I'm so glad you enjoyed it!My brit-picker didn't mention that one has to get their own drink at the pub. Rules might be slightly different for establishments that serve food. At any rate, I suspect war heroes never have to get their own drinks. ;)Thanks for the lovely review.
I love Severus's 'Let's take it slow' approach. Usually it's the woman who says that but it is working well for this story.
Response from pyjamapants (Author of The Witches of Gilford)
I'm glad you enjoyed it. I was a bit worried that readers would revolt for lack of lemons. I believe everyone will be well-rewarded for the wait.I do think Severus would be TERRIFIED at the thought of the intimacy of it. Thanks for the review.
They actually managed their assault on the Book Club with professionalism and dignity. Much smoother than I imagined. The Book Club scenes remain my favourite throughout this story. It is very refreshing and it gives them a common cause that is fun (for readers) and light unlike usual attributes in this ship - potions projects, war effort, the Ministry and such. This common enemy that unites them is mostly harmless, and I can enjoy it all the more for it.
Response from pyjamapants (Author of The Witches of Gilford)
*preens*I'm honored and tickled that you enjoy them so much. I've stopped dreading them so much, but I'm still always worried that they're not entertaining enough.Thanks for the very lovely review.
You made me laugh with crotchlumency. That is really funny. Great chapter all around.
Response from pyjamapants (Author of The Witches of Gilford)
:)My husband thought I was INSANE when I cackled out loud after coining the term.Thanks so much for letting me know it made you laugh.
I've been laughing constantly since I finished reading, and just when I think I'm almost giggled out, crotchlumency pops into my mind and I'm off again! I can't wait to read the next chapter--I had the Mitford series inflicted upon me by someone whom I've since thankfully forgotten, but reading this reminded me how painful it was. Can't wait to read the next installment!
Response from pyjamapants (Author of The Witches of Gilford)
Thanks so much! I'm glad you're as amused by crotchlumency as I am. It's a circumstance that comes up frequently in fan fiction it seems. Since coining the term, it's actually distracted me in a couple stories I've read.Sorry to dredge up flashbacks to the actual Mitford series. Didn't mean to make my readers suffer too!Thanks for the lovely review.
Hooray for romance!Great romance, nice to see you've justified a more mellow Snape nicely--looking forward to the next installment.
Response from pyjamapants (Author of The Witches of Gilford)
Thank you! I'm quite the fan of romance myself!Thanks for reviewing!
Ha! I have just read the whole thing (up to the last posted chapter, anyway...) in one sitting. Goodness but I hope you update soon!
Response from pyjamapants (Author of The Witches of Gilford)
done!Thanks for reviewing!
Oh my god! Please update again soon!
Response from pyjamapants (Author of The Witches of Gilford)
Been working on it quite a bit.... these things take time....
Oh wow, That ended on a positive note. I was seriously wanting to kick Severus during this whole chapter. If I got all dressed up and my hunny was acting like that he'd get the crap smacked out of him. Anyways. That was a great chapter. I can't wait to see what happens next! Cheers ~ Brena
Response from pyjamapants (Author of The Witches of Gilford)
Yipes! I didn't mean to incite anyone to want to hurt Severus! Poor guy's been through a lot!Thanks for reviewing.
OMG, the story within the story... OMG. Nigel is just. There are no words. LOL! I LOVE Severus's solution to all of this. Get drunk beforehand! Woot!
Response from pyjamapants (Author of The Witches of Gilford)
The excerpt from the actual Witches of Gilford was so very difficult to write. PAINFUL, even. Sometimes a little booze is the only solution... :)
Oh. My. God. Charms compelling them to read. And Discuss. Be careful what you wish for ladies in fluffy sweaters. *cackles in anticipation This is a riot and a really fun setup. *runs on to read more
Response from pyjamapants (Author of The Witches of Gilford)
Thanks so much, mach
Response from pyjamapants (Author of The Witches of Gilford)
! It's a very silly premise, so I'm glad you're enjoying it!
This chaper was really great. I wanted to kick Ginnys arse though for disturbing our fave couple! I swear if I were Hermione she wouldn't have gotten away with just a bag of mini pateries as an appology. Anyways. I'm off to read the latest update. Cheers! ~Brena
Response from pyjamapants (Author of The Witches of Gilford)
I'm glad you enjoyed it!Thanks for reviewing!