I just read the last 3 chapters. It's an intriguing story.

A mystery wrapped in philosophical dissertation.

Another amazing chapter!  I like the way Hermione sneaks in the private joke to Severus about the Conan Doyle quote, as Ron clearly doesn't know his Muggle literature.  Also the contrast between Lucy who became blind not by her own choice, and the cave-dwellers who do not see the light by choice.  So Severus is going to be the one to get Harry and the Aurors there?  Does it matter who this new victim is, as her identity is not stated here?  And you're going to answer everything in just one more chapter!  Okay, I'll be waiting....

This is an incredibly interesting story and I am looking forward to the dénouement. Fascinating methodology as always.

You know, upon re-reading I'm tempted to agree with Blahgirl that Neville's remark is confusing.  In hindsight, it probably should have been "I'll take you to someone who can" or something like that.  The irony here is that I'm always changing pronouns saying they are confusing and this one got by me in both drafts.

 Oh well, if I was perfect noone would want to be my friend.

Great compelling story.It always is the one person that you never assume. I loved the footnotes on each chapter. It taught some things and made me think.

Excellent as usual. Glad they're getting Dolohov out of Azkaban. I hope Hermione won't be the one in danger!Thanks for the update.

Oh the suspense is killing me.

As an engineer I could never understand the Salem witch trials in terms of the innocent being dead.  So what is is point? I often wondered what was done in the aftermath to punish the accusers of the innocent?  In other words, I am punished for my innocense by death?  I still simply cannot understand the reasoning of these people.

Oh, wow! Excellent. I'm so nervous that something will go wrong and one of them will end up being / nearly being victims. **chews nails** Great chapter. Also, I liked Severus' reaction when Ron was touching Hermione. Teehee.

OH NO!! Now what???  Will Pip become friends with Snape and help find Ms Granger???

I'm hooked! Please update soon. Also, do you have an LJ? Can I friend you? Or, if you don't want, that's fine.

I just read all six chapters at once - amazing story!!  Definitely intriguing, and I love all the historical references.  I'm sorry Dolohov looks fated to die, and that Severus and Hermione seem helpless to do anything about it.  This Neville looks like he could be the killer or mastermind - he must have some guilt from having helped destroy shrines, and Gudgeon seems willing to do whatever Neville says, even kill.  But this Harry is someone I'd like to see get offed!  Hey, can you make Harry the killer's last victim??  I hope Harry doesn't remind you of someone in your poli sci department....

I'm really curious about what Hermione's debt to Dumbledore (almost wrote "Voldemort!") is. I also like the manipulative Dumblemort you have here, much more on-pitch with how I view him. And Snape's chivalry doesn't really seem out of character, for some reason. I remember in Book 5 when Minerva returned to the school after her illness, and Snape seemed genuinely pleased to see her, until she awarded Gryffindor so many points.

Oh, the loup-garrou. Hehe! I tell my son about him at times. I'm glad to see you mention him. I feel quite sorry for Antonin, and I wish Hermione/Severus would be able to save him. I really detest Neville in this story and believe I would enjoy seeing him caught and dealt with as Lucius was. These methods are quite barbaric. I'm suspcious of everyone. LOL! Neville, Gudgeon, and even Ron. I think Nev's line of thinking is ridiculous. They all know that innocents were tortured under Voldemort's rule and admitted to things they did not do. I'm glad our Unspeakables pointed that out. I wonder if Neville condones such behaviour because his parents were tortured until they broke. Hmmm...

Ah! So very interesting. I've been keeping away from the archive lately, what with Real Life forcing me to involve myself in it and all. I'm missing LoF, but this story is very intriguing.

What an interesting premise. Can't wait to read more

Wow, great first chapter, I love the mystery that's unfolding..good work...;)

What ruined the Jack the Ripper illusion? Was it the sex of the victims?

I missed the background illusions to Christmas.  I'll have to look more closely.  Sometimes I read a story so deeply that I miss the overall stuff.

It's almost got a Jack the Ripper feel to it.  Or at least the random deaths in poor sections of London part does.  However, the brutality makes it seem like it would be a crime of passion or hatred. Looking forward to more.  I alsways enjoy your Snape and Hermione, and I enjoy a good 'whodunnit.'  Cheers!  GG

I dont yet see how this is a christmas story, but you have presented a compelling mystery in the aftemath of HBP.  I was half expecting Snape to cast an AK on Lucius.   Keep us posted on updates.  It willbe interesting tosee how SS and HG collaborate to solve the murders.

This story is exciting! I am looking forward to reading more.

Thank you. 

I am curious. It seems too easy to be Dolohov, doesn't it? I find myself leery of Neville... Hmmm.... Anyway, more linking of the arms. muahahaha (big grin). I had narrowed eyes as I read Dumbledore's words to Snape, but I felt better after hearing his admission to Fawkes. Good chapter.

well, then.  just how much has Hermione told Neville?  Because if she hasn't told him of the methods of dissection and he knows that the insides have been hacked up, that could be incriminating.  I am slightly inclined to think its Neville, even with the brutal death of Gran Longbottom.  Or perhaps becasue of it.  I mean, based off of how she treated him, I might be incline to snap and do evil things.  I confess, I do so love the morbid and dark stories.  Especially with evil Potter! the corruption of a soul is an intruigng process and many of the parallels that can be drawn between Riddle and Potter are valid.  Anyhow, your philsophical political etc undertones are fantastic, I feel liek I'm reading soemthing worthwhile, which makes me feel better about reading your story instead of studying.However, the following line is slightly confusing,I have an even better idea,’ announced Neville proudly. ‘I’ll let you meet him!’since it makes it sounds as tho Neville's taking them to meet Dolohov.  Overall though, great work!  Update Update Update!  I'm dying to find out what they have over Hermione

I am tempted to think the killer is Neville.