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I absolutely LOVE this story! This is the first Lucius/Hermione fic I've really gotten into. The way you portray Lucius is fantastic. There are reasons why is was the way he was, but they are not excuses. He is still accountable for his actions and the way he is working through them is so realistic. The slow buildup between he and Hermione is thrilling. I never thought I would find myself rooting for this couple. I hope you update soon!

YES YES YES YES

PLLLLEASE UPDATE ASAP


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Beautiful chapter. I am left speechless by the sensitivity you are using to portray Lucius. This is a great story.

I'm not sure why I refused to read this for such a long time; I think I was intimidated by the title. While I do appreciate a dark story and a sad ending, I don't like torture stories, and I suppose that's what I assumed this would be.

I don't know what you study in your free time, but you seem to have a decent amount of knowledge in many areas: Greek mythology (which, when used in fan fiction, is never used as effectively as you have done), Italian, basic knowledge of HIV, and literature (I liked the reference to "Rime of the Ancient Mariner"). You have taken plot devices I normally do not enjoy (the secret author, childhood rape, abusive parents) and changed them from cliche to a compelling story that engages the readers. Even Lucius's angst is well-done, expressing his rage and despair without venturing into the realm of the cheesy. I'm sorry if those were really backhanded compliments, but compliments were how they were meant to sound.

On a less concrete and more aesthetic note, the sign that tells me that this is a truly good work was my reaction to Lucius asking Hermione not to cry in this latest chapter; I got a sharp pain in my chest, which only happens when I read something particularly poignant and well-written. Good luck with your writing in the future, and I await your next chapter!

I'm so glad that you've added another chapter. I'm not even joking when I say that for a solid month of I've been visiting AFF.net just for your story alone. If it's not updated I'll fish around a little but that's it. I think I'll be terribly sad when this whole story is gone and done but hopefully that won't be for a while.

This was a great chapter. I can't wait to read more soon.

marvelous

PLEASE CURE HIM! DONT LET HIM DIE! I honestly dont care if it is a cheesey fix, just do it! PLEASE?!?! I love him.

Where do I start? Every time I read the newest chapter you astound me once again with your writing. The imagery you weave is breathtaking. I swear I couldn't breathe that whole time during their 'interlude' purely due to the fact that I felt like if I did I would ruin the moment, that it would make it stop. Already Hermione seems to have helped Lucius in a way that no one has even come close to in three years. She sees him for the man he could have been, the man that he could still be. She wants him to succeed and it's something no one has ever wanted for him before. She's made it plain that she wants nothing from him but for him to fully read the potential she sees in him, to just go on with life, to not give up. I imagine that such a thing would be a frightening yet heady thing for a man like Lucius. Could she possibly be the one to give him hope, to make him want to continue on with life. To keep taking his medication, and take care of himself so that he can live as long as he possibly can after his book is finished. Perhaps while even looking for a way to cure it? More than anything, I see this as a story of forgiveness, acceptance, love, and hope....and it's beautiful. I can't wait for your next update!

Holt shit FBS I fucking loved this chap. Its was so honest and heart felt. Thank God your finished college!! I was checking every day for updates (how sad am I??) Altho I hope everything went well for you. I don't really want a break from the Lemony situation ya have going on here but what is the situation with Ron. Surely Hermione is feeling guilty about cheating on Ron and needs to break up with him before proceeding with without guilt and enjoy herself as she undoubtfully will (wouldn't you with a stud like that!!! I sure as hell would!!!!)
Any ways I'm really enjoying this fic as unconventional as it may be I think honestly it is the best original story line I have ever read. Thank you for writing this controversial plot it has been a pleasure to read
Yours
Slytherin-princess