Poor Hermione -- forced to settle for a glimpe at a dot on the Marauders map. And the price of that glimpse? Why, listening to Harry malign the man she loves.I was hoping for less camping in this story, but at least yours is interesting!

Dumbledore has once again proven himself to be a scheming manipulating bastard. I can truly understand Snape's feeling that he would have no trouble casting the Killing Curse this time -- with pleasure!I hope someday the puppet-master's strings are cut for good!'His last thought was of Hermione sitting calmly on the ground among the leaves and waiting. She is very faithful to you, his mind said. And he slept."This was a perfect way to end this chapter. Good, warm, positive thoughts about Hermione.Brilliant, as usual.

He felt a crushing weight descend on his chest as she left, so real he nearly wondered if she had managed to hex him after all. He had hoped… so deeply that he had never admitted it to himself, but hoped nonetheless that she might have figured it out. He thought that perhaps the right words might trigger--but, no. Things were as they had always been. Oh, my, this just underscores how alone he is. One of my biggest problems with DH was the fact that NONE of the other Order members knew Snape's true loyalties. I understand about keeping secrets and such, but that was just ridiculous.Another wonderful chapter.

ACK! You can't leave the chapter there! It's just not fair! I was wondering how you'd handle the capture at Malfoy Manor.... Very nice. I want to see what else you've got cooked up for us. :)

Amazing, as always... Can't wait for the next chapter (though with you, I'm afraid I shall never rest 'till i read the whole, complete thing...)! I'm sorry I didn't review for a while, I loved every second of the story, so I just figured you might be tired of reading the same thing over and over again... So I'll say it now (again)- YOU ARE AMAZING!! I wish I could write like you... :) The last chapter had me crying, by the way, which I'm guessing will happen at the next chapter too. Love it!

They were not too late!!Noo!  They can't be too late!  :( !!Excellent update!  I liked the bit about physically attacking Bella instead of using magic.  I'd even like to get my hands on her!

aaah I have waited for this chapter and I am still waiting for more... as long as Snape doesn't die the others as sad as it might be may - exept Hermine of course, yeah and a happy end would be preferable, desirable

Perfect. Quite simply, perfect.I can't wait for the next chapter:)Fizzabella

This story continues to amaze and enthrall me. I like the detail you gave as Severus moved into the Headmaster's office.And double-damn Dumbledore for being such an unmitigated prick. Even from the grave he continues to manipulate and control. I'm really starting to hate him!

Another great chapter!  Thank you.

Exciting and action-packed!  It was interesting to see this from Hermione's and Snape's perspectives.  I'm excited to see what happens next... although I'm guessing that there will be a lot of sadness with Dobby's death in the next chapter.  :(

OK, now that was an evil cliffie, I must say. 

What a frightening account! I loved every bit of this chapter and, really, there's nothing more I can say. You're brilliant and I absolutely cannot wait for more!

Dobby dying was the only scene that made me cry in book 7, I hope you let him live, pretty please.

Please don't kill Dobby......................I couldn't bear it again.Brilliant as always.

oh no Hermione!

Sad chapter, glad there is more of snape and hermione together. I am also glad you are deviating from the book more.

wow. You manage to have me over the edge all through this chapter.

Gah another awesome chapter with a freaking cliffie! Argh! Awesome thos I loved the way u portrayed to action at Malfoy Manor, and Snape being there and helping just awesome! Waiting with baited breath for the chappie! Lio

You make the whole thing make so much sense. Sometimes I think JKR left too much, assuming that her readers' would 'know' what she meant. Sigh ... I quite Divination, too!Still loving this! (Do you ever get tired of hearing that?)

That was a hell of a chapter! No time to breathe!

I'm not really good at reviewing, but I just wanted to let you know I thought this chapter was amazing!

Whoah. Talk about intense! Even knowing what will happen, I was on the edge of my seat for the latter part of this chapter. Having Severus there, hidden, doing what he could to help, was a wonderful addition - even if it must have been agony for him to see it all but be able to do so little.

this story just keeps getting better and BETTER! i'm really enjoying how you blend DH and canon with hermione and snape's relationship and make it seem as if all of this stuff could be occurring behind the scenes in Rowling's version. Please update soon - I can't wait to see how you finish it (but please DON'T kill snape *looks hopeful*)

wow! what action! what a cliffhanger, and cleverly done! :)