By Anne B. Walsh
Reviews
karm23 posted a comment on Thursday 12th December 2013 9:29pm
Great chapter, as always!
I wonder, what goes through Crystal's mind these days when she thinks of Percy. I mean, what he thinks of her has been pretty clear for a while now, but not the other way around. I'm glad Scrimgeour decided to step back. Another thing that I keep wondering about, and I'm not sure why, is if Harry and Ginny's marriage is something that everybody knows about or not. I can see the yearmates knowing, but since it was such a private affair I'm really not sure.
I liked that Harry was the one who introduced the way they would choose the new leader. It's a great way for the adults to see him as someone mature, because of the way he's saying he cannot be the leader himself.
And also, they way you keep the little bits of fluff in the story in spite of the chaos is great. Fang, Padfoot and Wolf were very nice together, and so was Remus's explanation.
I'm sorry if I'm not very constant in my reviewing, but I just want you to know that your stories are great, and one of the reasons for that is becaise they make you think a lot. I never realized Arthur was the one who presided over the ceremony.
Until next time!!
Anne B. Walsh replied:
We'll find out what Crystal thinks of Percy eventually. The yearmates do know about Harry and Ginny, and they're not keeping it a secret precisely, but they're not volunteering it either.
Face Toward the Dawn posted a comment on Friday 29th November 2013 12:25am
-Healing potions to 'heal' inferi and in doing so, re-kill them? That ... actually makes total sense. -Luna: again with 'we'. Until 'we' win. I really think there's a trick there ... -And Snape picks Dean Thomas to send the DE after, because he knows Dean is in the DA, and in a Pride, and can defend himself, rather then sending them after a first year's family. -I love Kreacher here.
Anne B. Walsh replied:
Love making sense! And of course there's a trick there. It's me.
jua-chan posted a comment on Thursday 28th November 2013 7:51am
That was really good. I have to say my heart nearly stoped when Lestrange demanded names off Severus. I wasn't sure what he would do. I did not expect Deans name at all, though I guess his family is one of the better protected thanks to Kreacher.
The scene with the lion was really sweet though I would have thought Harry would give it to Hermione not Megan.
Percy is being awesome. Can't wait to see what Scrimgrouch will say now that his life has been saved by vigilantes. I am sure it will be interesting.
So the great move to Sanctuary has begun. We will finally see it used. Still laughting about the koy pond. It is a really funny but ingenious way to keep prisoners. Once the war is over they can always transfigure them back and try them for their crimes. Great.
Anne B. Walsh replied:
Oh, Severus is an old hand at playing each side against the other. Meghan gets the lion because Hermione got Draco's wand. Yep, the emptying of the koi pond will be rather epic.
Nenya posted a comment on Thursday 28th November 2013 4:18am
Fantastic! It feels like it's been a long time, but it was definitely worth the wait :) I wonder what it is that Meghan's discovered about Dumbledore's tomb? And maybe the fact that she has phoenix tears in her dagger will make her "powers or cause" decision easier (I'm sure she's the one the raven will aid, after the snippets you posted on FB the other day). The conga dancing file cabinets were a stroke of genius, and it was nice to see Kreacher's slightly feral loyalty to his new family. I feel like Hermione might be missing something, though...what exactly is it that she wants to put in her dagger? So many questions; I guess I'll just have to hang on for the ride.
Anne B. Walsh replied:
Yeah, Kreacher's scary even when he's on your side.
Phil Boswell posted a comment on Thursday 28th November 2013 1:38am
"Twisted Canon" indeed. I love the way you entwine so many strands together, to the point where I think I can see where some of it is going, but will not be surprised in the least if I turn out to be wrong.
I am slightly worried that Neenie might be working at cross-purposes with a certain person (or persons), but I have faith that you will work it out OK in the end.
Anne B. Walsh replied:
Don't worry too much. Neenie's got things under control.
kendiara posted a comment on Wednesday 27th November 2013 9:40pm
A pissed off Hermione is a fantastic sight in my head. Warrior Goddess :) Good on Percy and the Shepard's and good on Peter for working on his redemption. I generally prefer my little sisters grilled with a nice salad :)
Anne B. Walsh replied:
Yes. You do not mess with her. Mmmm, salad...
bgoldnyxnet posted a comment on Wednesday 27th November 2013 8:08pm
Like! A bunch! Wonder what Peter noticed and who he thinks should handle it...
People with more wit than hair... "Grumpy" would definitely fit that category.
Anne B. Walsh replied:
Oh wouldn't he just. Even with all the hair he's got...
triciaelbl posted a comment on Wednesday 27th November 2013 7:47pm
Here we go, looking forward to a wild ride. :) It's nice to see Percy taking charge. Looking forward to more!
Anne B. Walsh replied:
Yeah, I always felt Percy had more potential than JKR had room to explore.
karm23 posted a comment on Monday 25th November 2013 8:15pm
Certain ideas keep going around and around in my head. I'm re-reading SD and I keep finding these very interesting little things that seem so harmless when you read them, but once they are in context because you already read what comes after, they are so meaningful it's scary. One of these ideas is that the ring that Luna wears is a little bit like Harry's locket. Could that happen? That some of the Imprimatus potion is in the ring along with some of Luna's blood, and it gives the appearance that she was affected by the potion when in fact she was not? And I'm sure Lucius' curiosity about the painting has something to do with the bloodline relics, right?
I truly like that you are finding some way to redeem Peter. That constant fear he must be in for Evanie and their child, it has completely changed him.
Also, the koi pond full of DEs. Brilliant.
Until next time!
Anne B. Walsh replied:
Oooh. Hang onto those thoughts, hon... they'll serve you well as we go forward!
Erika Shulkusky posted a comment on Monday 18th November 2013 4:30pm
Hello, it's been a while......I had some catching up to do! Well, there have been so many twists and turns over the past chapters that have kept the story propelling along. I am glad to see that Wormtail is now a good guy posing as a bad guy. Being married and about to be a father made him grow a pair, huh? I just finished reading this last chater and particularly enjoyed the interplay between the Death Eater Novir, Percy, Crystal and Fred......they are quite the vigilantes. And of course, how wicked is it to turn Death Eaters into fish? Diabolical and I love it.
Anne B. Walsh replied:
Yep. Something about being responsible for other people does that. And the fish are such fun to write. Bad-ass Percy as well. It really isn't that hard -- he always had the capability, and in DV he's just developed it sooner.
SerenityLily posted a comment on Sunday 10th November 2013 9:41am
Hello Anne! I've been a great fan of your stories for the past 5 years or so :) although this is the first time I'm reading them on fanficauthors haha :P but anyways, after six months studying for exams, two weeks ago I decided to catch up on that series called Dangerverse, and I started with Living With Danger...... And marathoned all the way to this. And all I can say is, woah. Superb. I've practically seen your writing grow, mature, and become more sophisticated in my two week holiday of reading. And let's not even talk about the recent chain of events!!! I've been spending ages and ages convincing myself that Draco, Luna and Dumbledore are ALIVE and well. My working theory: Draco and Luna were just hanging out at the Founder's Hogwarts - or lets just say that was an illusion - to convince everyone that they're dead, even though they aren't actually. I mean, we never actually saw Draco's body, and I'm not about to trust Yucky Lucky! And I'm thinking that maybe he died not because of the fire, but because he tried to kill Draco (and the life debt actually held because I have convinced myself that Moony's and Danger's conversation was a hint from you). And Neenie didn't pick up on the change in scent because I mean she and Draco were the ones who developed the scent masking potion right? But in any case, I shall stop this extremely long review to say thank you for some of the best laughs in my lifetime, and some of the biggest crying fits (yes, I take BYOT to heart) and for keeping on writing. Thanks so much and I honestly can't wait to see how it all turns out!
Anne B. Walsh replied:
Yep, the Dangerverse taught me how to write. You are right about some things... but I'm not saying which ones! You're welcome and thank YOU for all the kind words!
Face Toward the Dawn posted a comment on Friday 8th November 2013 7:38pm
"I mean, imagine if Harry's aunt had been able to go somewhere magical with her sister, instead of always being left at home, left behind, left out. Maybe she wouldn't have been so frightened and hateful about magic in general." Camelot. Centre for Alternative ... I can't remember what it stood for, but I recognize it. "Oh, I know that." Percy inspected his fingernails. "But you see, they're my Fwoopers." Hee :) I swear, Luna's still Luna, even though all the Luna has been taken away and it's only Starwing in there. The koi pond made me laugh. Good idea, Crystal.
Anne B. Walsh replied:
Camelot turns up in Vivens cum Pericula (the Center for All to Magically Explore the Lifestyles of Others Today). Yes, bad-ass Percy is surprisingly easy to write...
jua-chan posted a comment on Friday 8th November 2013 2:47pm
That idea to deal with te Death Eaters they catch is hilarious. I love it.
Chapter was great, I still hate Lucius and I rather hope his vile version of Peter's future will never come to pass. There is something else though, I do not remember Lucius having a scar similar to Hermione and Draco. I might be wrong with that, but if I am right this bears some more thought.
Anne B. Walsh replied:
No, Lucius had a scar. Aletha (as Mare) healed all his werewolf scars except one, because she was subconsciously remembering Draco's face.
cassandraia posted a comment on Friday 8th November 2013 9:02am
Disappearing death eaters reminds me of several scenes from book series..."Weren't there six of you a moment ago?" And the best part: the remaining death eaters won't necessarily know that they haven't defected. They'll just know that they're gone. (Although I do worry about the effects of the dark mark on the fish if Volemore decides to make the marks burn: it might upset the children to see koi in such distress.)
Anne B. Walsh replied:
Yep. Poof. *giggle*
yulerule posted a comment on Friday 8th November 2013 8:22am
I'm being spammed by this chapter - I've got 34 (and counting) alerts that this chaper has updated.
Other than that I really like this chapter.
Anne B. Walsh replied:
Yeah, sorry about the repeating alerts. Tim found and fixed problem. Glad you like!
Nenya posted a comment on Friday 8th November 2013 5:10am
Forgot to mention, love the fish. Also, is there any way I can get the DV on my Kindle? When I can't use my laptop I tend to use my phone, which leads to squinting.
Anne B. Walsh replied:
Should be downloads on this site for at least the finished stories. Sorry that the in-progress ones are only available in epub...
Nenya posted a comment on Friday 8th November 2013 5:04am
I'm glad you directed us to this chapter; there's a lot I'd forgotten. 'Despair not when your dreams come true' indeed...I'm also now sure that Remus is the one who 'as his forebear wields a blade', so will face the choice outlined in the most recent prophecy.
Nenya posted a comment on Friday 8th November 2013 4:41am
Ooohhh, liquid in the ring, you say? Hmm...is this a potion we've come across before? Do we have even a Muggle in Camelot's chance of guessing what it is? Speaking of Camelot, I see Hermione already has that particular plan in action. I'm glad to see it making an appearance in mainline DV, it was one of my favourite parts of the little continuation stories you wrote. I really enjoyed Lucius in this chapter; whatever's caused the change, he's fascinating to read now. And Wormtail trapped in a cage in his study...that rings a bell, though I can't remember which AU it's in. Question - do the Pride know Wormtail is working for the Order?
Anne B. Walsh replied:
Hmm. You might guess about Luna's ring. And yes, I'm having a great deal of fun writing Lucius like this. Wormtail ended up in a cage in one of the stories that's only on fanfiction, I think...
Broducce posted a comment on Thursday 7th November 2013 11:42pm
Oh goodness, I don't even know where to start.
The fish. I'll start with the fish. That was great! I hope the pond is big enough...
And as for Lucius and Starwing... I'm getting some seriously mixed messages here. There was that short little window into (potential!) post-war Magical Britain and all the interesting details therein, but then there was that bit you said on your blog a while back about how Draco and Luna weren't going to see their Pride again... Or maybe you used wordplay to trick us. Or maybe I'm overthinking this and should just wait like a good little reader.
Peter's angling towards redemption makes me very happy, though I find it interesting how swiftly he began to - revert, I suppose - to the Side of Light(tm) once he met Evanie. I just finished rereading all the previous books and he is destinctly awful in Book 3. "Poke! Poke! Poke!"
Thank you for yet another wonderful, intriguing chapter. I look forward to the next one!
Anne B. Walsh replied:
Well, bear in mind, Peter had been in Azkaban a lot more recently in book 3, plus a year with Lucius Malfoy would turn anybody a bit strange. As for tricking you with wordplay, would I do that? *attempts to look innocent, is distinctly unsuccessful*
kendiara posted a comment on Thursday 12th December 2013 11:11pm
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