Black as Snow
Celestial Melody8 Reviews | 9.5/10 (8 Ratings, 0 Likes, 10 Favorites )
Bellatrix and Tom Riddle--two of the most enigmatic characters in Harry Potter--have puzzled writers and readers alike since their equally horrifying introductions. Why did Bellatrix believe she was Lord Voldemort's most dedicated and favored follower? Why did the Dark Lord indulge a woman whom he could have squashed like an insignificant bug; why did he allow her to continue in her 'delusions,' if, indeed, they were delusions?
I believe that these allowances are not simply coincidences. Why should the most feared dark wizard of all time cater to a pawn? There must have been prior connections between the two to create this bond.
In "Black as Snow," we glimpse a snippet of Tom Riddle's life at Hogwarts, his (hypothetical) introduction to Bellatrix, and, afterwards, the special bond the witch and wizard shared ... then, and now.
Created for the wonderful rita_skeeter in MNFF's Ravenclaw Christmas Exchange, 2006.
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Celestial Melody
Member Since 2006 | 8 Stories | Favorited by 4 | 67 Reviews Written | 64 Review Responses
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Hello all! I am back... as myself. *grins* In other words, my cynicism is done for now. Still don't love JKR, but her books have given us fanfiction writers a lovely playground and I'm very grateful to her for that.
With that apology (?) out of the way, I am still unsure about "Serpent in the Moonlight" and its "update status." At this point, I am working more with photography than I am with writing (except, of course, for "Black as Snow," which I simply adore), so it's quite touch-and-go. But who knows? I'm fairly certain that "Heavenly Hell," etc. will not be updated. Totally lost interest in that. HOWEVER! "In the Shi of the Setting Sun" should be coming along sometime.
Now, let's see, what have I been doing lately? Well, I'll list it for you guys!
- One of my best friends is engaged! O_O I'm so happy for her. =)
- I'm heading off to University soon and I'm really excited about that.
- Now, just random thoughts: Keeno, Megan, costumes, clean room, history, ballet, Broadway, hats, boys or girls, washing clothes, Autumn, music, soundtracks, photography, models, bed sheets, writing, Netflix, Norah Jones, vibratto, Yoga, Dance Magazine, Hollywood, movies, sweaters, Good Earth tea, Burt's Bees Carrot lotion, face paint, Harlequin, Batman, clipped nails...
You know, I think I want to have a contest! For my readers, and then I can, like, have a prize or something... That would be fun, although I'm not sure how it would work. Any ideas?
Okay, now I'm just rambling. Anyway, that's my life right now. So...
...a great and expansive Thank You to all my wonderful readers and reviewers! You've all been angels and helped me through a very tough time in my life. Bless you.
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- "Black as Snow" - 5th chapter In The Works
- "The Shi of the Setting Sun" COMING SOON
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Reviews for Black as Snow
This is an extremely well written and fascinating tale. Perhaps it is becasuse I recently cosplayed Bella at Portus and found myself contemplating the character more, but I am all agog to discover how you will weave in the bonds of her relationship to the Dark Lord. I also love the depth of thought you have put into the policits and intrigues within Pureblood society. I eagerly await more.
Response from Celestial Melody (Author of Black as Snow)
Thank you! I really appreciate your comments. And how wonderful that you got to play Bella! She's definitely one of my favourites. I do try, you know, to thoroughly research before I write my stories, so I'm thrilled that that came across to you.Once again, thanks for your thoughts. I will try to update as soon as possible, but I think you know how that goes, eh? =)~Julia
Response from Celestial Melody (Author of Black as Snow)
Thank you! I really appreciate your comments. And how wonderful that you got to play Bella! She's definitely one of my favourites. I do try, you know, to thoroughly research before I write my stories, so I'm thrilled that that came across to you.Once again, thanks for your thoughts. I will try to update as soon as possible, but I think you know how that goes, eh? =)~Julia
I loved the reaction of Mr. Burke, and also the jack in the box.
Response from Celestial Melody (Author of Black as Snow)
Thanks again,
Response from Celestial Melody (Author of Black as Snow)
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I'm glad you're enjoying it. Mr. Burke was fun to write, the old goat, and the jack-in-the-box was another image that I wish I could paint. *giggles* C'est la vis; I'll settle for "drawing" it with words rather than painting it.
You have my thanks, though, for reviewing. 'Tis very encouraging. =)
~Julia~
I loved the imagery, and your fantastic ability to paint the scene with words. I can't wait to see the solution of the mystery of why she disappeared.
Response from Celestial Melody (Author of Black as Snow)
Thanks,
Response from Celestial Melody (Author of Black as Snow)
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I'm glad you liked it. This story--if you can call it that--is mostly about imagery and creating a picture with my words. It was supposed to have some form to it, but I like to think of it as more of a ... Monet. *giggles* After all, it's a painting, not a movie.
I just realized how little sense that made, so I'll say "thank you" right now, and remark upon why she disappeared. It was a dream. Plain and simple. =) Tom Riddle had a dream about a girl in the future and ... that was that. =)
Thank you, again, for your compliments. It warms my poetic heart to know that this story was appreciated.
~Julia~
wow. Bella... wow. sounds just like how i would imagine her as a child. I never have, but if i had, this is how... oh never mind. you know what i mean. I didn't think I would, seeing as this is a like... not golden trio... story, but im findign that I really like this story so far and am anxious for more!
Response from Celestial Melody (Author of Black as Snow)
Thanks
Response from Celestial Melody (Author of Black as Snow)
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I'm glad you can "see" Bellatrix and can imagine her being as self-obsessed and spoiled as I do. *giggles* The next chapter should prove even more entertaining in regards to Bella's character.
This story, as I've written in my summary, was for a gift exchange, so it's not something I'd normally write, but I had fun doing it and I'm glad you're enjoying it.
Thanks, again!
~Julia~
I liked it very much. Good Bellatrix. Thanks for posting. I liked the way you set it up.
Response from Celestial Melody (Author of Black as Snow)
Thank you very much, Southern. =)
I'm thrilled that you enjoyed this and thank YOU for being a wonderful moderator. There should be more of this, but it won't probably be up 'til later. You all need your Christmas/holiday break, too! *giggles*
Thanks again.
~Julia~
<33 Once again, words cannot describe how much I love this story - the description, the plot and the characterisation are all perfect. I can't wait for the next installment. The encounter between Bellatrix and Tom was brilliant, and I also enjoyed the interaction between Bella and Rodolphus. Lust-hate relationships are veeery interesting. xD
Response from Celestial Melody (Author of Black as Snow)
Hurrah! 'Tis my favourite of all the stories I've written. The next installment should be coming soon. It's very vivid in my mind, I just need to find some time to sit down and write it. GUH!
And I do love lust-hate relationships; they're fun. *sniggers evilly* =P
Thank you! I absolutely love your reviews. XD
~Julia
<3 I have as much love for this chapter as for the previous one. The first encounter between Bellatrix and Tom Riddle was great; I loved how it was 'love at first rescue' for Bellatrix. I have to wonder why Tom did rescue her though... Maybe he felt some sort of connection to her?Please, update soon! :D Reading your story makes me want to write, even though I know what I write won't be as good. xD
Response from Celestial Melody (Author of Black as Snow)
Oh, thank you! *hugs* I'm so glad you liked this one. As for the rescuing, Tom did it not only because he recognized Cygnus Black (who was a very influential wizard), but because he semi-recognized Bella's potential. However, he would swear up and down that he knocked her carelessly out of the way. *grins*
And, 'tis updated, by the way. =) I hope you like the new chapter and I'm sure that whatever you write will be absolutely lovely.
~Julia
ZOMG I LOVE THIS. Your writing style is awesome; so poetic and descriptive. It took me a paragraph or so to get used to it but then, I was hooked. I've never read a fanfic about Tom Riddle at Hogwarts before, and despite knowing that he's the most evil wizard since Grindelwald (probably before Grindelwald as well) in this fic he's really cool. I've also never thought to explore the relationship between him and Bellatrix before, and yet reading your summary, I thought, Yeah, that's a good point. Why does he seem to keep her so close? Off to read the next chapter now :D
Response from Celestial Melody (Author of Black as Snow)
Hee! You have definitely made my day. You leave such descriptive and comprehensive reviews. *huggles reviews* They make me very happy. =)
And, yes, I believe that there was a great deal more in the Bella/Voldemort relationship than canon dictates. And I'm thrilled that you like the style; most people find it too ... wordy, I guess. But I love to paint with words. =)
Once again, thank you!
~Julia