so sorry Sirius died, also Lily and James but that was not a surprice. I hope Voldemort is dying, well written as allways

I'm glad he killed them both. I was going to jump in and do it myself if he hadn't.I'd forgotten about the Time Turner. Did Narcissa borrow it from Bellatrix, or just take it without her knwowing? Will Severus be able to use it, I wonder.I love the way you handled Severus dealing with Sirius at the end, so poignant that he ackowledged that there are different kinds of love and let Sirius go believing he loved him back. And I like the thought that Lucius is still playing his part too.A fabulous chapter. I think you're setting up a real nailbiting end.

Wonderfully descriptive of the battlements. I loved the standards and the griffin banner sneering at the Dark Mark.I think I know whats wrong with Riddle but in case I'm wrong I'lll keep it to myself for now.

I'm reminded of Harry's walk through the woods with the ghosts of his loved ones acting as Patronuses for him. I see that you're keeping close to the body count of the canon.  It makes me a little sad. Although I hated to see it, I think Bellatrix with her knife was far more in keeping with her personality in that act. There's so much just plain rage within that family that I doubt magic could have done the job.

The tension keeps rising.You're masterful at that.The book has given Severus two options though, and in the end the choice of whether to trust Schultz's words or not will have to be his.

it seems Voldemort is hurt in some way. I think he did not try the avada kadavra as he think he needs Harry for the potion. So Lillys protection will result in a slow painful death I hope, and hopefully no hurcrux in this story. Now they have to get Harry, can't wait for updates.

New chapter! Happy Valentines to me! So the whole attack was a feint so Tom would have time to concentrate on his own killings. It's as if he knew what the Order's plan would be, somehow. But I just realized that I'm going to have to re-read. Did Snape find them where he told James to go? Did James not trust Snape? If not, the book was all too right.

It's all comig to a head now, and your words are just vibrating with exhilarating suspenseful tension! I can't wait for the next chapter!

I love the whole idea of Sirus having an agenda.Dear old dad... checkNow we're all the way through what I've read elsewhere! Now I'm eager for what's next!

they are playing a dangerous game, one bastard less in the world, hopefully Sirius will be able to keep hidden when he has to

Oh, misguided and reckless Sirius...

Oh, what a tangled web we weave... :)

Aha, and for that little service, Lucius has to marry her, huh? :)

Narcissa starts to become interesting! :)

And yet more surprises! :)

Lucius's reaction to his father's death was perfectly played. :)

Tom's madness is creeping ever closer to the surface.  Love the banter between our three boys. :)

Lucius's character is developing nicely witgh his hidden secrets now coming to the fore. :)

And will Dumbledore ever know the extent of the sacrifices made by Severus to retain Tom's good graces?

I always loved the way you write.  It's as if we're standing at the shoulder of the characters, feeling everything they feel.I also love the way Tom was a little nervous as the book unfolded certain secrets before his eyes, but then he laughed it off.  If he bothered to watch horror movies, he would know to be more careful.

Of course the baby is a girl; it's Nymphadora!  D'oh! :D

Seems a pity that Severus isn't that way inclined.  They'd could be good together.  But friendship is just as important in fraught times. :)

I wonder if Riddle will allow Severus to move. I don't understand how the problem with Salazar can be solved by them moving, will Ethel take him or can she in some way hide him

So little time for grief with new battles to fight, but their feelings will strengthen their resolve, I think. Getting out of Malfoy Manor is the trickiest part, and Severus has to do the hardest part.

Searching here for a decent word to describe this truly wonderful but inexpressibly sad chapter. Read it three times and I can't add much to what your other reviewrs have said, except maybe a mention for Sirius too. I think in his own way he honoured Lucius by what he did, but it will damage him no doubt.I'm glad you acknowledged that Lucius and Narcissa and Severus understood it was an act of compassion, in that way you have letting us know not only what is wrong, but what is right too. I think that was very important to let us understand when there are so many other issues pending.I wish I could give you more than 5 stars for this story.