"Transfigure something into a bridge and get over it.” That made me LOL.And kisses! And Harry being Harry.Great read.

Lots of great detail in this history.  I far prefer SS/HG stories that have other people in them and are more than just a romance.  Thanks for making this one.

And the porridge thickens.  And I have things to do so the next chapter must wait dang it.  Great read.  Thanks.

Ooh excellent chapter.  Lots of info here.  Really liked the line "The Half-Blood Prince himself, talking through one of his ideas." 

Great chapter.  Felt very cleansing.

Glad he got to have his closure before starting his life anew.  Good chapter.

Good beginning.  Severus' uncle seemed interesting.  Too bad he's off to be killed.  Off to the next chapter!Thanks for sharing!

will we ever find out, who is sister clarise? onward to see if we heard from the unspeakable, before 3 days are up...

love the long chapie & many detail about the dementor!!

love ur characterization on hermione's parents, irma, and minevera!! love the library scene, is my favorite of the chapie!!

Everything seems set for a thrilling climax, can't wait to find out what happens next.

I love your description of the Standing People as "lignacious sentinels" and the yew as resembling "frayed hawsers of corded shadow."  It immediately created the mood and seriousness of the occasion for me.

The formality of the Centaurs' gathering also informed me of the gravity of the situation.  I like that Röthvar, the young thane, is learning that with responsibility comes the obligation of service.

Being able to see the destruction of the city (Pripyat?) through Sister Clarise gave me chills.  But knowing that the warmth of spearhead gave her courage also gave me hope that somehow the coming darkness will be overcome.

The friendship that is developing between Master Tobias and Tocky is wonderful.  I was touched by the story Toby shared about how he had met Mistress Eileen.  I very much like that Toby has faced up to his past, regretted his behavior, and learned from it.  Perhaps the apple hasn't fallen very far from the tree after all, eh?

Severus' meeting with Charity via the Resurrection Stone had to be a very good thing for him.  When she told him that "if wizards did it for me, Veil or not, I’d make a move on you" made me grin .  I'm glad it was Charity who wanted to speak to him and not Lily... and I'm glad he threw the Stone to the Whomping Willow so that it could never be used again.

Kingsley's conversation with Valentin confirmed his worst fears.  “They are a mixture of Muggles and wizards—”  What a terrible thing to contemplate!  And they are teamed up and led by Dementors!

"In a narrow lane snaking its grimy way into Knockturn Alley, a Dementor waited unseen. In its bony, clawed hand was a scroll – sealed with spell and ward – addressed to Severus Snape."

What in the world kind of message can scroll contain, and why is a Dementor hiding in Knockturn Alley to deliver it to Severus?????

Thanks for another fabulous update.

Beth

Uh oh.  I don't like the idea of a dementor waiting for Severus!  I wonder what the scroll says...  Also Petrus and Toby seem to be fast friends.  :)

Oh I am captivated! I hope you continue this riviting story.

~waits impatiently for next chapter~~taps foot~I need more, and I need it now!!!!

WOW!!!  First off, before I forget, will Diesel be okay now that Tobias is being transported to St Mungo's? Second, I am excited that Petrus may become free; he'd be easy to hide at Hogwarts and could help look after the students.Crookshanks is so sweet, giving Severus a bit of dinner. Tobias continues to impress with his skills, holding off more Aurors. Ron and his Bezoar - good for him to have it handy. Lucius isn't going to become Dementor-food when Arawn figures things out? That Arawn is one nasty wizard!Thank you for the new chapter. Very exciting!

I can't wait to find out what the Prince family has been protecting all of these years.  And to see how Severus finds out what's really going on since his Mother and Uncle(?) seem to have left him no clues.  Or are they both alive too? You still have me intrigued!  Please give us more soon.

Ahh! The suspense is killing me! I can't wait to read the no doubt emotionally charged interaction between father and son.

Ahh! The suspense is killing me! I can't wait to read the no doubt emotionally charged interaction between father and son.

Ahh! The suspense is killing me! I can't wait to read the no doubt emotionally charged interaction between father and son.

Ahh! The suspense is killing me! I can't wait to read the no doubt emotionally charged interaction between father and son.

This is simply an amazing story. Your attention to detail is wonderful, it makes the characters so much richer. As much as I love JKR, I am endlessly facinated by the elaborate backstories that the fanfic world creates. I found this by using the "random" link, and I am so glad that I did! It took me some time to read, but it was wholey satisfying to finish the final chapter. If there is one thing that disappoints me, it is the fact that you only have two other stories for me to read! I hope that you continue to write, and that I will be able to stumble upon another work soon. Thanks so much for a great time! 

I've only just joined this ride, and I'm very happy to have done so. I really enjoy the plot and the charachters. And I like how you give Severus the opportunity to make peace with his father and mother. It may take him some time yet, but I think he'll arrive there in the end. Looking forward to next chapter :)

Stunning! I'm stunned. I fell in love with this fic - there is so much to say but I'm still reeling from it. What a success, congratulations. You crafted a gorgeous world. Giving character to Severus' parents was genius, and the attention to the blurry line between creature and being was just perfect. This is a great response to the HP series, frankly. The fleshing-out of different magical beings was very well done. I am particularly partial to Petrus, my goodness. At a certain point I was more interested in Oriens, Petrus, Toby and Tocky, than I was Hermione or Severus. I'm often less interested in fics that put great emphasis on original characters but this is the absolute exception. This is the history of Severus that does justice to his character and his struggle. I finished this fic late last night and have been thinking about it all day, still puzzling it over. Thank you so, so much. This is a treasure. I'm certain I will reread it sometime.

Fascinating story! Can't wait to read more... Thank you :)