Journey out of Darkness
StormySkize179 Reviews | 6.67/10 (179 Ratings, 0 Likes, 126 Favorites )
Book 7 -- The Way it Should Have Been. Harry, Ron, and Hermione don't return to Hogwarts for their seventh year. Instead, they join forces with the Order of the Phoenix to find Voldemort's Horcruxes and save the wizarding world. Members of the Order teach them how to fight. Along the way, Hermione realizes that her feelings for Ron have changed -- and so have her feelings for two other Order members.
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StormySkize
Member Since 2005 | 13 Stories | Favorited by 172 | 431 Reviews Written | 998 Review Responses
I am in my late 50's and I didn't even start reading Harry Potter until after the third book came out. My granddaughter got me 'hooked on Potter,' and while surfing the net one day, I found a fanfiction site. That was it! My first story, "Renaissance," was published on Ashwinder a month later and I've been writing ever since. I am primarily a HG/SS shipper, but I also enjoy reading and writing RL/SS. I live in Tampa, Florida with my wonderfully adoring and supportive husband, and three completely spoiled cats. (Kallie, Mysha, and Smudge {who was the inspiration for the cat that Severus gives Hermione in my story "Renaissance."}) I'm always happy to correspond with my readers and I answer ALL reviews. I'm always looking for plot-bunnies, so feel free to throw some ideas out.
Reviews for Journey out of Darkness
Oh my, that is not good. Remus and Hermione? Geez. This is getting complicated!Livvy
Response from StormySkize (Author of Journey out of Darkness)
Oh, yes, very complicated. Quite a twisting journey, but I hope you'll think it's worth the wait.As for Hermione and Remus ... well ... Nope ... not gonna say nothin' else 'bout that!Thanks for reading and reviewing and for leaving behind all the nice shiny stars on your way out!
so glad to have you back! loved the conversation between hermione and remus. thanks so much
Response from StormySkize (Author of Journey out of Darkness)
I'm glad to be back ... mostly ... lolI'm glad you enjoyed.Thanks for taking the time to read and review.
I'm delighted to see this updated and wish you much luck filling in your plot holes. Myspacebariswonkytoday!AnywaycanIofferyouabackhoe?:D
Response from StormySkize (Author of Journey out of Darkness)
I may need a backhoe ... Actually, a time-turner would be better; I could go back and fix all the problems before they crop up and move on!Thanks for reading and reviewing and for all the nice, glittering stars.
I am really enjoying this story so don't give up please. Sometimes plotholes tend to self fill spontaneously - fingers crossed.Cheers.
Response from StormySkize (Author of Journey out of Darkness)
Oh, I won't give up. I'm really stubborn, which is part of the problem. I refuse to post something that doesn't maintain its consistency or that doesn't make sense. Therefore, I have to find a way to make what I've already written blend into what is to come even though I've had to abandon one of my major plotlines. I'll figure it out eventually!Thanks for your encouragement.
Glad you are writing again. I am trying to find the time to get back to reading again. Great job!
Great story. I can't wait for an update. I have read through it twice already.
Response from StormySkize (Author of Journey out of Darkness)
I'm glad you enjoyed it. I'm afraid that I got bogged down on this story and I haven't been able to do much work on it. I've promised in the past that I would never abandon a story, and I haven't abandoned this one. In fact, I just 'dusted it off' and started looking at it again. I hope to get going on it again soon. Thanks for your patience.
Response from cwest (Reviewer)
Glad to hear you have not abandoned it. Hopefully your muse will return to you soon. Sometimes taking a break can help. Good luck and great writing!
Response from StormySkize (Author of Journey out of Darkness)
I'm glad you enjoyed it. I'm afraid that I got bogged down on this story and I haven't been able to do much work on it. I've promised in the past that I would never abandon a story, and I haven't abandoned this one. In fact, I just 'dusted it off' and started looking at it again. I hope to get going on it again soon. Thanks for your patience.
Response from cwest (Reviewer)
Glad to hear you have not abandoned it. Hopefully your muse will return to you soon. Sometimes taking a break can help. Good luck and great writing!
good story!!!
Response from StormySkize (Author of Journey out of Darkness)
I'm glad you're enjoying.Thanks for reading and reviewing.
Mouldy-Voldy is such a megalomaniac! He does terrible things to Snape just to prove he can!All together now: "Ron is a big prat!!"
Response from StormySkize (Author of Journey out of Darkness)
Makes you wonder how he ever attracted followers in the first place, doesn't it? Of course, he probably made all sorts of promises, and by the time the DE's realised he was a lying sack of shite, it was too late.And yes, "Ron is a big prat!"lolThanks for reading and reviewing.
You really did such an amaizing job taking us through his parents house. It must have been so emotional for him, yet also giving him the determination to carry on withthe fight.
Response from StormySkize (Author of Journey out of Darkness)
Thank you so much. I'm glad you enjoyed. Thanks for reading and reviewing.
Oh how I cringe each time you have Severus summoned by Voldemort. Poor, Hermione, just kick Ron out next time and do yourself! Let him wank off in the shower.
Response from StormySkize (Author of Journey out of Darkness)
Yes, poor Severus never knows what's going to happen. And, yes, Hermione is better off alone than with Ron -- at least when it comes to sex!Thanks for reading and for taking the time to leave a comment.
Excellant story, thanks for writting it
Response from StormySkize (Author of Journey out of Darkness)
I'm glad you are enjoying. Thanks for reading and reviewing.
I really like the fact that Harry is able to be mature enough to admit when he was at fault (not paying attention) and is also able to handle Snape.Ron really needs a swift kick up the behind. I volunteer to do the job.
Response from StormySkize (Author of Journey out of Darkness)
I think you'll have to stand in line to kick Ron's arse. I'm glad you like the way I've portrayed Harry in this story. Thanks for reading and for taking the time to leave a review.
yuck! i hope hermione doesn't let ron slobber all over her any more...how desparit can you be! great update! love you love this story. 
Response from StormySkize (Author of Journey out of Darkness)
Just one more slobber session, I promise. I'm glad you're enjoying. Thanks for the lovely comments.
Am enjoying this fic! 
Ron is an utter idiot. 
Looking forward to the next. 
Response from StormySkize (Author of Journey out of Darkness)
Thank you!You're right!Next chapter is up!Thanks for reading and reviewing.
Ron needs to grow up, a lot, and Hermione needs to put her foot down and stop taking his nonsense!
Response from StormySkize (Author of Journey out of Darkness)
You're right on both counts. Thanks for reading and for taking the time to review. It is appreciated.
well done!!! Snape getting a little jealously going??? That will be good for him!!
Response from StormySkize (Author of Journey out of Darkness)
Do you really think that Snape would stoop to anything as petty as jealousy? lolThanks for reading and for taking the time to leave a comment.
Keeping Ron from sulking is the worst reason to have sex I've ever heard. And they really need to break up, I believe.
Response from StormySkize (Author of Journey out of Darkness)
You're absolutely right. Just bear with me, and Hermione will realise it, as well. Thanks for reading and reviewing.
Stelthy Snape overheard someting he should(n't) have? If he's careful things could still go his way! Geeze Ron is so - augh! Isn't it time he actually starts - I dunno - thinkging? really enjoying this - keep going!
Response from StormySkize (Author of Journey out of Darkness)
Oh, my ... I'm afraid I've turned Ron into a complete wanker, haven't I? Oh, wait ... he IS a complete wanker!Actually, he's about reached his nadir. Things will start looking up soon. Thanks for reading and reviewing.
Good chapter, my favorite part was when Harry taught Severus a bit of a lesson. I think it was wonderful that he was able to admit that you are never to old to learn something.
Response from StormySkize (Author of Journey out of Darkness)
And Snape didn't even hex him into next week for being cheeky! Thanks for reading and for taking the time to leave a review.
Thank you so much for the update! I have just one thing to beg of you; please, please, please, please don't let Hermione and Ron have sex in the next chapter or ever, ever again? I dislike that pairing so much and just the thougth of Hermione being so weak that she let herself be persuaded into sex with Ron, maked my stommach twist and curl in several unpleasant directions. I don't care if she had feelings for him in the past. I don't care if she feels rejected by Severus. I don't care about Ron's "needs". Not only should Hermione consider the health of all readers who will get ill with the thougth of her and Ron naked in the same bed at the same time (though I am tempted to suggest that he most likely don't even remove his socks....:-)), she should respect herself enough to not let herself be used as a sexual release for anyone if she really doesn't want to do so herself. I like your Harry though, you have him maturing in a brilliant way, I really like that!Update again soon.
Response from StormySkize (Author of Journey out of Darkness)
I'm glad you like the way I'm portraying Harry. As for the rest of it, well, we've already discussed that, haven't we? Thanks for allowing me to use one of your suggestions.
yep, Hermione really caught ol' Severus off gaurd! No - I hope they have that conversation and soon! 
Good ol' Remus, gonna be profesor - he'll have his hands full tryin' to get Ron to study! heheheAnother good chapter - when is the next one gonna be ready?
Response from StormySkize (Author of Journey out of Darkness)
I"m a bit behind in responding to my reviews, but I am happy to tell you that there are now TWO more chapters up! Thanks for reading and for the lovely comments.
I'm very much enjoying this story. Most of DH was rubbish and this is a much more enjoyable romp, so far! Keep up the good work.
Response from StormySkize (Author of Journey out of Darkness)
Thank you so much. I hope you'll continue to enjoy "my" version of Book 7. Thanks for reading and reviewing.
A nice detailed chapter, and I really want whoever set Remus up to get hurt. (Yep, I'm a little vicious). And I like the relationship you have going between Hermione and Severus.
Response from StormySkize (Author of Journey out of Darkness)
Oh, Peter will get his due someday. Thanks for reading and commenting.
again, i just love hereward. continuing to love this story and look forward to the plan to get the scabbard. thanks so much he'll live to transform another day
Response from StormySkize (Author of Journey out of Darkness)
I love Hereward, too. Did you notice that he's the 'sleeping dragon' one is not supposed to tickle in Hogwarts' motto? I had such fun with that! Thanks for reading and reviewing. P.S. I love your Remus/werewolf icon!
Severus really can be a nasty git when his emotions are prodded. And this time he is really gonna push back!
Response from StormySkize (Author of Journey out of Darkness)
Yes, but Hermione is quite capable of pushing back, as well. Thanks for reading and reviewing.