Wow, that was a twist that I didn't expect.  So Severus is part selkie...

I love the psychoanalysis Hermione gave the Dark Lord.  Nice to see a different line of thought as to the who's and whys of that man.  Animal abuse is a sign of many things by the way, including, but not limited to spousal abuse.

Hey, Balrog was quite the character in LotR.  It's nice to see a nod to that story too.  I'm having a lot of fun reading this.

Very enjoyable.

I loved the conversation between the two.  It seemed so real and possible.

How interesting.  I'm looking forward to reading more about selkies.

Ooh, dueling lessons! And trust Hermione to start teaching herself mermish. Very canon so far! (With the exception of the obvious changes)

and a facinating story it is.  i am enjoying the conversations between them.  great stuff!  thanks so much

I like the way he is slowly becoming  more relaxed around her, letting her in. :)

I loved the "Squash for wizards" part... Thanks!

I love it!!! Please update as soon as possible!!!~YYA~

Gorgeous imagery! Now, why isn't Hermione reflecting a little more on Severus' ancestry? Just wondering. Loving this story!

Charlie and the Dragon.  Sounds like a child's book!  The interaction between Snape and Hermione is fascinating. :)

i don't have to feel sorry for hermione, she was doing just dandy on her own.  severus always tells it like it is, doesn't he?  great update.  thanks so much

Oh boy do I love this story! I am enjoying it so much!

Can't say kiwifruit chocs ever appealed to me either! :)

I'm enjoying this.  Looking forward to reading more.

Like this.Think Hermione could have also told Harry that she at least knows Snape reads his letters, having witnessed one such occasion during a detention, since as far as Harry knows Snape could just be incinerating them without ever opening them.  That would give him a little hope.

I am so fascinated by your story!  It is so different than all of the others.  I am really enjoying reading about the selkies...I've never really thought about the mer-people before!  Also, I agree with the other reviewers - your character development is great, true to form, and this is a very intriguing post-DH story, plausible as well.  Of course, I love HGSS but thus far I would really like the story even if there wasn't a proposed future for them.  Really, I am just so interested in the selkies - and wondering if this is a deep secret regarding Snape's family history?  I can't wait to see how the story unfolds!

wonderful update.  too bad they don't have access to the internet in hogsmead!  thanks so much and i so look forward to the next update.

Ohhh, you revealed a tiny bit, just a tiny bit! Could the name Prince come from Leenash being a princess??? Oooh, dying to find out!And the Balrog thing was adorable :)

Interesting story so far. Can't wait to see an update when you have the time. :)

Great chapter.And by the way, Timtams can definitely be used for sucking up your tea through, but I think thats a waste of a perfectly good chocolate biscuit! They come in all sorts of yummy flavours now. The chewy caramel centre is especially good.  :)

I'm thinkin' what they are thinkin'! :)

Nothing like an answer to keep Hermione happy. :)