This story is absolutely adorable.  I love the people cheering them on, too. 

So beautiful!  Poor Hermione to get sick like that, but oh, what a tender and loving side Severus is showing here!

Woohoo - good times! And even more good times ahead. Thank you for updating; I really like this story. Thanks, Cat

zomg ... !!!!!That was hawt!*fans self*Well, now that we know they are definitely physically attracted to each other ...

Awwww, so so sweet!  What better way for two bookworms to get to know each other by exchanging reading materials that interest them!And those four words on that parchment!  *swoons*

Lovely!  I love how you have them sharing the morning sunrise, as well as the moment they held hands.  So beautiful!

"Hidden Assets" ... *cough* *gasp* *giggle* *snort*Nice start so far ... I'll be curious to know Snape's reaction if he ever finds out what is it that has the Resident Swot daydreaming in the clouds ...

YAY!  Harry has talked to Hermione and made it clear that she and Severus have his support.  That has to be a great weight off Hermione's shoulders.  Now if Ron and Ginny can see their way to lending their good wishes, that will be the icing on the cake.

I like that Poppy knows everything and has taken pains to see that Severus has been able to care for Hermione undiscovered during the overnight hours.  She really has a soft spot for him in her heart, and anything that makes his life happier is fine by her. 

The "accomplice" that surprised me the most was Madam Pince.  Her character is not often developed much in fanfic, and I like that you have given us a peak into the quiet witch's thoughts and feelings.  When she told Hermione about Albus and Minerva's love when he was Miss McGonagall's professor, I was delighted.  Hermione will have an understanding woman in her mentor, and that can only be good.  Regardless of what Minerva will share, or not share, with Hermione about the pitfalls of a professor dating a student of legal age, she will understand completely what Severus and Hermione mean to each other.

When Severus knelt by Hermione's bed and declared his love for her, I melted.  Melted, I tell you!  His heartfelt expression of his feelings was filled with hope and longing, and Hermione's feelings mirrored his own.  I'm looking forward to seeing how Severus manages their "alone time" next week.  With all the theories now circulating among the student body about the reason for Severus' ill demeanor, they will surely be emboldened to expand on their theories until they learn the real reason.  This could make for some devilishly sophomoric whispering.I have loved this tale from the beginning, and again you do not disappoint.  Wonderful chapter, Sunny!Beth

dear madam pince.  that was quite wonderful.  love this story and you!!  thanks so much

Hello There!  I just started reading this story of yours on Monday.  And I totally fell in love with it and blew through the first five chapters.  It was actually reccommended to my by a friend and I was like why not?  I'm so glad she told me to read it now!  This fic of yours totally rox my sox!  I've always been a huge fan of SS/HG getting together while she's a student. I don't know, I'm just naugty that way.  But the way you're writing them is amazing!  She's not crazy "Innocent!Hermione" and he's not "Cliche!Snape"  They have their own distinct personalites that aren't abrasive or too extremely out of character.  And I'm a bit of a voyer at heart so I could totally relate to why Hermione kept going back to check him out.  Thanks for the wonderful addition to my library of stories I love.  Much Love ~ Brena

I wasn't expecting Madam Pince to come along, but it was a pleasant surprise. I also hope that Severus finds a way for he and Hermione to have some 'alone time.'

I totally loved ms. pince talking to her, and how he laid in bed with her.  Totally cool.

Awww this is a lovely story, and I say that as a true non HG/SS fan. Hooked now. More please!

Nawwwww. So sweet.

"It’s amazing how soft and yet how hard it is. Like velvet over steel. It’s beautiful.” Ohhh yes. Just beautiful ;)

You know, I am not really a fan of SS/HG, but I am really enjoying the slow, sweet courtship.

Admiring the view indeed!

Snape's pubic hair. SNAPES! Now I can't stop thinking about it! ;) 

So Minerva's not going to be problem, and Harry seems reasonable. Any chance Ron won't be an ass?

Oh, how sweet. They have two allies.

You gave Madam Pince a heart!!! Well done, I always feel a bit sorry for the old dear! Great chapter, sweet declarations of love and the promise of future shagging... what more can a fan fiction fanatic want??

Ok There are definitely still moments of "aw" but you really need to hit edit on the long emotional speeches. They are a little too much, definitely much too "let's have a recap" and also very OOC for both characters. Hermione just wouldn't do all of those sex talk out in the open things either. It just feels like you forced it a little too quickly. Up to Chapter 3 was great, but then I feel you started jumping the gun. Your Snape is definitely going too far OOC. I really do admire you for your tenacity in writing a story though, god knows I haven't had the patience. I just think this story has the potential to be great, but very few people on here will offer constructive crit. and I wanted to at least provide you with some before the story goes too much farther with all of the OOC stuff. I think it just throws you back out of the story because it doesn't mesh with what we know about the characters, at least to me. I hope you know what I am trying to say. I think you have done really well overall, but the dialouge just needs work. Nor would Hermione tell harry that she was off to shag snape, you know?

I absolutely loved this chapter, the support Hermione and Severus receive from Poppy, Harry and now Madam Pince are like fine music in my ears! Very well done!!!!

Great chapter.  I like the way you handled Harry and Madam Pince in this chapter.  Looking forward to reading more.

Yay for Madam Pince.  I always like seeing her character more fleshed out in stories, particularly as a kind gossip.Love the chapter, looking forward to more.