Team EWE: 19. A snitch up his sleeve.

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Title: A Hope in Hell
Team: EWE
Author: aoifene
Prompt: 19. A snitch up his sleeve.
Wordcount: 20,192
Rating: R for sex and violence
Warnings: Draco-centric.
Summary: In the aftermath of war, where extreme justice has led the way to injustice and victory has turned into complacency, Draco Malfoy finds the strength to save himself and a few others along

Comments

[smirking_muse]

I really liked the way this story began- it was a different sort of twist to have Malfoy be the one to recognize that there were some debts between Harry and his family (instead of the other way around). I also love how very Draco he was when he appeared- it was a delightful banter between the two of them. I found your theory of Occlumency to be very interesting as well- the idea that it is like Patronus was novel to me. It was a really clever thought. The ‘mind violation’ scene was a great turning point, and I think it brought to light several pieces of both their characters- it was incredibly loaded (it was amazing how much was hidden in that little scene). I loved the scenes with Ron- he was so well done and incredibly amusing. Ron is a very fun character to muck around with, isn’t he?

I really like that you mixed in a lot of humour. There were several parts of the story (especially Draco’s thoughts) that made me laugh out loud. I definitely wasn’t expecting the bit with the shopkeeper- it quite surprised me (as I’m sure it did them). And then the attack on Harry- it was a bit frustrating that just as they’d gotten together it had to all fall apart… but the alley scene was soooo hot. Gah! But then… I mean, I guess the ending could have been worse, but it still would have been nice to have a ‘happily ever after’.

Regardless, it was a FANTASTIC piece! You’ve done an amazing job here- I just really hope there is a sequel (please say yes!). I’m too much a sucker for perfect endings. I mean, I know you left it open, but still… Gah, I still- that scene was so hot, and I love how big their love is. I’ll stop gushing now. Great job!

[aoifene]

I'm delighted you enjoyed it! I have major love for this Draco. He was so fun to right especially since he has such a sharp tongue on him! Harry, too, was also quite spunky and of course, Ron is always hilarious to write :D

I have a major love for UST and angst so I try to temper it with humor. And I'm glad you like the alley scene! :D

Thank you! That means a lot coming from a team mate! A sequel is already in the works *winks* This fic was about finding hope in hell. The sequel will show how they get out of it. :D Thank you for reading!

GO TEAM!