ooh, kicking The Book is not good.  so what exactly was Lucius hiding from Hermione, and is Severus talking to Lucius in dreams as well?  I continue to hope that Ron is off with another witch and will not write back to Hermione.  Thanks for the new chapter!

 This story is so creepy and absorbing at the same time! My stomach feels all weird after reading this chapter! Hermione has stepped over the threshold into the Dark Arts and the Tome won't let her jump back...very scary!Even though her last dream was somewhat reassuring, I think she's in over her head!I was wondering why Snape would choose to re-enter the world of the living using Dark Magic? Surely he would have learned from his past mistakes? Anyway, can't tell you how much I am enjoying this story! You are a very good writer and your plot is so compelling! Please update soon!!!

I love this story.  The conflict that Hermione is going through, wanting to help Severus and trying to save her relationship with Ron,  is making her think she is going insane.   And Severus is just trying to help her see that what she is doing will make her life more worth while.  Ron can stay with that lady if that is what he has been doing.

I caught that little 'something niggling at the back of her mind' bit... I had thought earlier in this story that maybe there was a past with Sev and Hermione that maybe she somehow didn't remember... hmmm... then again, I could be completely off LOL I'll leave it to you dear author :)Great work!!

Oh, that was frightening, and scary. And sort of sweet, also.

Scary tome, nice ending dream sequence with Severus and the"My Hermione" was an enduring touch - I really love this so far.

Yay for more Snape! I'm curious about what Hermione hasn't been told... Lucius has been very sneaky.

Enjoying this story. Maybe I've misread, but it seems fairly obvious that Severus and Hermione may have already had some kind of past that Hermione is not remembering - it was stated pretty blatantly in the story with the 'could something have happened that she blocked out' line. I just wonder what past that might be, considering sh ewould have still been a student at the time (and is a virgin) or if maybe somehow Sev. knew that she would be able to help him and they had already formed some kind of plan?? Either way, it seems Sev. and Hermione had some interaction prior to this encounter with the book.

I totally think I've guessed who you are! I continue to love the story. Poor Lucius, he really wants Narcissa back. And sort of poor Ron too who is doing his very best to be patient and understanding. I'm getting a vibe about this Jeri person though. Hopefully that won't go all crazy and unpleasant because it would probably really be the best for everybody.

Now for some fun coincidences that I thought I'd share. I'm listening to iTunes as I'm reading and I had a couple of soundtrack-y moments.

Britney Spears - Toxic: The first time Lucius looks at her breasts. It was right on the chorus too. It just fit SO well with the story. :p

Vaya Con Dios - Don't Cry For Louis: The second time it happened when he asked her to stay the night. (Girls, don't cry for Louis, he wouldn't waste a tear on you...)

Linkin Park - What I've Done: Right at the end when she contemplates the Darkness of it all and what it might cost her.

*shrug* I thought it was funny, so I decided to share. :) Maybe I'm the only one who sees the connection.

  Please, please, please update soon!  This is so addictive!

So does he really like her or is she just another fling?  And Severus will he ever come back to life?  Harry needs to get a life and leave her's to her.  And Ron will probably hook up with the chick since Hermione isn't putting out.

So the book has Hermione resisting Rons advances (thank goodness!). It sounds like this book has a lot more planned for her. I love that we saw a hint of the old/real Lucius in this chapter, I want so badly to shake Hermione and warn her to be careful. You are doing a wonderful job weaving this tale and I can't wait to read more.

NOOO!! You can't just leave it there!! I would never have expected Lucius and Hermione to get along so well! I'm dying for more!! The dreams that led her to the book, the painting, all these clues and the wonderful buildup! More . . . we must have . . . more . . . I don't remember who said it but, "Things are going to get a lot worse before things get a lot worse!" (I could picture Hermione saying it, backed into a corner with Lucius, wands drawn dramaticaly.)

"Come to my parlor," said the spider to the fly! That is how I see your Lucius! Can't you just see his wheels spinning, being nice to lure her in--right where he wants her!Just like him to use her by any means necessary to get what he wants!Love this! Can't wait for more more more!

Ooh, creepy! I wonder what dark and mysterious deeds Hermione and Lucius will have to perform to bring Severus back from the dead. It appears that Hermione and Lucius are fascinated by each other, but I am curious as to whether Severus might somehow come between their new relationship. I am looking forward to learning what the book(s) have to tell Hermione about death and the changing of such.

Merlin, you made my skin crawl (in a good way) in this chapter.  Update soon please!

Well, I do believe Hermione is in way over her head. I believe your Lucius is really out of character, but I like him, so I'm not going to worry about it.

Oh, now there are two books about bringing back the dead. But what will Hermione have to do (sex of course) but with whom?  up date soon... please?

Pls give us all the details of L/H, too, even if it's to end as S/H! I'm rather partial to L/H and I know I'm not the only one! I like the slow development and the hints getting stronger - very curious to see the rest. Some lemons with L/H would be nice. I suppose that´s where the much-needed virgin's blood comes in?

I like the way this is slowly sucking her in. A step here, a book there, a kind word from Lucius and presto! Dark Arts Hermione.

This story is so mysterious...

This is so interesting and I look forward to reading more.

I think my hope for this to turn out to be SS/HG is in vain. But I'm enjoying the story anyway.

Oo oo oo!  This was a good chapter!  I do wonder if Lucius is all he seems, though...

You're leaving us hanging!  I hope the next chapter is soon!