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Reviewer: Gin110881 Signed Date: 2015.05.11 - 03:45PM Title: Chapter 6: Approval

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I’m sorry if I bothered you with my Harry tirade in my last review. As I admitted earlier I am very well aware that I’m often somewhat overprotective regarding Ginny and a little harder in my assessment regarding Harry. Unfortunately I cannot change it.
Regarding chapter 6, I'm glad that Dudley tries to keep his connection to Harry. Maybe the two of them are able to build up a kind of relationship in the future.
It is good that Harry can continue with his training. But what about Ron and Hermione? Ginny must certainly no longer participate in the training, because she is no longer on the team. Maybe the next chapters will give the answers. So I will read on.


Author's Response: The way I saw summer activities for Ron, Hermione and Ginny was that they would continue what they'd learned on their own. Hermione most likely talked Madam Pince into letting her have some books from the library's restricted section for the summer and Ron will continue to play chess with anyone he can convince to play with him. As for Ginny, because of her injuries, she has her own set of exercises she'll do daily to limber up each morning and relax in the evening. As for Dudley, he's now determined to at least keep a connection open between him and Harry which will become important later in the story. Happy reading!



Reviewer: pottermania Signed Date: 2011.09.20 - 03:16PM Title: Chapter 6: Approval

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This seens like the training is starting all over again but this time, ie the next battle, will be the decider.I'm sure Harry will get even more out of his training this time around as he will use his experience of the battle of Hogsmeade to see the reasons for all the different aspects of his training and also ask more questions or even have his own suggestions.

Author's Response: There are two main reasons for Harry's presence at the castle: the resumption of his training for the next battle and ease of access to Dumbledore for meeting and excursion--Horcrux-hunting--purposes. However, there will be a third element revealed in chapters seven, eleven and twelve, so I hope you will continue reading and reviewing. As I've said before, I look forward to finding the notices for new reviews to old stories in my in-box just as much as I do the reviews for my current story. Thanks for commenting.



Reviewer: santafe Signed Date: 2010.04.14 - 05:35PM Title: Chapter 6: Approval

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This is getting intersting. Harry back on a large programme of physical and magical training - and with Neville. Again, I think you've caught Neville well and you have that surface sternness that Madam Pomfrey has (at least, I think so) rather well, too. I rather like the way you have the examination go as well - Harry being Harry and not revealing much. Out of embarrassment, I feel. Thanks SF

Author's Response: Now that Harry's recouperating the way Madam Pomfrey thinks he should, it's time to get him back into shape and who better than Neville to keep Harry company? As loyal as Ron is to Harry, he's high-strung and often negative and at this point, Harry needs Neville's calm assurance and encouragement more than direct action. Madam Pomfrey is a fun character to write because underneath that stern facade, she has a soft spot for Harry that is really deep. She really cares for him and mothers him until she squeezes the answers she's expecting from him, hence Harry's reluctance to admit anything! Thanks for the review.



Reviewer: foxfire23 Signed Date: 2010.03.16 - 04:05AM Title: Chapter 6: Approval

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Yes, you DO know me! A rather persistant (and well respected author) decided that stalking me in email and here was the thing to do. That's why the change of name and email addy.

As usual, your writing is above and beyond. I have always figured that 'I'm fine' to Harry meant Not dead!

Nev. is quite grown up, yeah? What can one say about dudley...other than he has changed a bit, and for the better.

Author's Response: I'm sorry to hear about the troubles you had that caused you to change your name and email address. I sincerely hope you managed to get that straightened out to your satisfaction. Thank you for the compliments on my story. You and I must think alike when it comes to Harry's far from reassuring "I'm fine." I think the further you read in this story the more you'll find that's true. As for Neville, it's time he grew up and showed just what the Sorting Hat saw in him to put him into Gryffindor. The same goes for Dudley. He definitely changes and matures in later chapters and by the time you get to Chapter 35 you'll definitely agree with me. Thanks again for your kind words.~~Arnel



Reviewer: ginnyweasley777 Signed Date: 2009.06.15 - 12:27PM Title: Chapter 6: Approval

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I bet Mrs Figg got a shock!
I'm enjoying reading this story and I'm glad that I stumbled upon it
great writing!

Author's Response: Since this story is from Harry and Ginny's points of view, we really don't know what Mrs Figg is thinking! I'm really glad you stumbled on my story and are willing to comment on almost every chapter. Thanks. ~Arnel



Reviewer: skiutahnum1 Signed Date: 2008.01.13 - 09:07AM Title: Chapter 6: Approval

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well healing takes time but i think i have a better medicen for harry for sleep...its warm...soft...with long red hair...and good curves....and female.......kutgw

Author's Response: You have me grinning from ear to ear with this review! I agree that some time with a certain red-head would cure many of Harry's ills. Thanks for reading and reviewing.



Reviewer: The Seeker Signed Date: 2008.01.09 - 08:45PM Title: Chapter 6: Approval

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Hi Arnel, I hope I don't bore you by starting with my usual comment: your writing continues to be so "right," so effortless, so technically correct that the story just breezes by.

Looks like Harry is moving forward with a very full schedule, with physical therapy and training, His mental and physical problems remain a concern, especially the lack of energy, even though he appears to be progressing in both areas.

Neville continues to be a much stronger character and friend in your story as compared to most of canon, which I really like. Plus, you've got Madam Pomfrey's personality down perfectly.

I do have one question: were you intentionally creating an image of Voldemort when you described "long-fingered hand parted the curtains . . .?" Of course, it was Dobby, but the description certainly made me think of V for a second or two.

Looking forward to your next update! Thank you for another entertaining chapter. -- Jim

Author's Response: Keep the compliments coming, Jim. As you know, they are what we fanfic writers dunk our Oreo cookies in! Harry, now that he's back at Hogwarts, is indeed moving forward on a more positive path: he's staying where he is most comfortable and is surrounded by people who are interested in his well-being. Neville, too, is coming into his own sooner here than JKR has hinted in canon. I'm really glad you like my Madam Pomfrey; I see her as taking nothing from her charges and when one of my betas wanted me to soften up her speech, I told her that wasn't Madam Pomfrey. Finally, I'll let you make up your mind as to what my intentions were with the long-fingered hand image. The mind conjures many weird and frightening things when one is abruptly awakened from a deep sleep and if that's an image you want to associate with that image, you're welcome to it. I'm glad you liked the chapter. SS7 will go to my betas on Friday. Thanks for your review, Arnel



Reviewer: Wolfs_Scream Signed Date: 2008.01.08 - 01:12AM Title: Chapter 6: Approval

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Harry's characterization rings pretty true to me, and he & Neville making a game of the therapy also makes sense.

Author's Response: For two teen-age boys who have considerable worries and responsibilities, there needed to be some light-hearted fun thrown in somewhere. Getting to have some fun in the therapy pool just made sense for Harry and Neville. I'm glad you liked my chapter.



Reviewer: melindaleo Signed Date: 2008.01.07 - 10:02PM Title: Chapter 6: Approval

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I liked Dudley's subtle way of saying he missed Harry without actually saying it. Poor Harry, he never catches a break. I liked that you put in the idea that Harry isn't much of a swimmer.

Now - if we could just get less Neville and more Ginny! ;)

Author's Response: I like to think that after spending two weeks coaching Harry on his weight lifting and actually making the effort to try be friendly, Dudley really does miss Harry. And don't worry, there WILL be some Harry/Ginny romance later in the story, but you'll have to wait for chapters 8 and 11! Thanks for reviewing. Arnel




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