Miss_Stephanie Posted April 30, 2011 Report Share Posted April 30, 2011 Hello to All! I am back, with the sequel to Aphrodite's Curse in tow. I would like to start off with a few general warnings about this fic. If you have already read Aphrodite's Curse, none of this should be a shock to you, but nonetheless... This fic contains superfluous amounts of the following: Angst Graphic Sexual Encounters Which of course entails Nudity Forced Sexual Encounters (Rape) Sadism and Masochism Violence Disturbing Rituals Death Bigotry Uncomfortable Material That should just about cover it... I think...Oh well, any surprises will just add a bit of spark, eh? Alright then, on to the Review Responses. I have had a lot of readers come to me upset about the lack of Ronald Weasley's influence in my story. It has been pointed out more than once, that Harry Potter is a story of friendship, between the trio, as much as a story about the strength and valor of the Boy Who Lived. I would like to say first, that this is not Rowling's story, this is my fanfiction. It is set in an Alternate Universe and adheres to rules that I have set. Yes, it is based on the brilliant works of J.K. Rowling, but it veers wildly from her story in more than one area. My version of Severus Snape is only remotely like the noble character in the books, and my Ginny has given into feelings of angry judgement and selfish denial. Not to mention the existence of Ancient Magick which adds an entirely new idea of powerful magic being inherited through bloodlines. I have always viewed Ron as a bit of a prig, even J.K.'s version. Don't get me wrong, when it comes down to it, he is thoroughly loyal and dependable. But he has selfishness and bitter jealousy bred into him by years underneath his colorful brothers. It is a character flaw that is necessary and keeps the story rich and vibrant with drama. Ron is often the pivot point of arguments and fights, although Hermione is often on the other side. Still this is a richness and vivid clarity that any story could use, and I have been needing a new POV for my sequel so...in order to keep my readers happy and enliven my story, I will be adding a viewpoint shown from Ron's perspective. This may prolong the arrival of the next story update, but since I have only written ten chapters so far, it should not be too difficult to incorporate. Thanks to *alquimista* and *Anon* for bringing this to my attention with their detailed reviews. I really appreciate your feedback you guys, and hope that you are happy with the improvements I try to incorporate. I also think it would be very interesting to hear the story of the Slytherin locket through Ron's eyes, for you brought up a good theory, *alquimista*, regarding pure blood possession. And a special thanks to *Skullz* for continuing to follow my story, and always giving feedback and praise. You can't know how much I appreciate your loyalty. I can't wait to hear what you think of the idea to add Ron on as a POV for the story to continue to unfold. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Alquimista Posted May 3, 2011 Report Share Posted May 3, 2011 Wow!!!... I'm surprised!!!... very,very few writers are intelligent and/or honest enough to accept and think about critiques on their work! Thanks for take the time and effort to 'put' more Ron in yours fics... mmm... prig???... mmm... mojigato?... something like old fashioned?... he,he,he... Yes, He is!!!, without a doubt!!!... Ron is a product/victim of his wizard education and environment. It's obvious I like very much this character!... The poor guy is alone against all odds... He is not special at all (nor like hero-Harry or SuperIntelligent-Hermione), he has all the character flaws a pre-adolescent can possibly have, his almost medieval education puts him a step behind the 'moderns' H&Hr, etc, etc... taking all this in acount, to be H&Hr's friends could be a nightmare worse than for a impotent to befriend a porn-start.... but he overcomes all his limitations (not easily) to be a wonderful friend for Harry and Hermione... (well, a bit better for Harry )... In a way Ron is the most heroic of the 3... Harry MUST be here... it's him or Voldemort. Hermione? well... if Voldemort wins he is as good as dead... but Ron?... He is a pure-blood... He could put himself aside of all of this, remain neutral and be reasonably safe wherever wins the war... and he is who has more to lose... poor Harry don't have anyone. Hermione, when things goes 'hard' send his parents to the other side of the world... and Ron? he has a enormous and wonderful family to loss... ...Yes... I could make a Ron-fan-club... About the locket... well, the diary had intelligence, and it was plotting... mmm... in fact, it didn't received orders from Voldemort... it had his owns plans!!!... It's only logical to think the locket was the same... You are a evil evil locket with 3 adolescents... one, your most-detested-enemy, a mud-blood, and a pure-blood... the most logical plan is to affect as little as possible to the others 2 (only the necessary to not awake suspicions) and to posses the pure-blood... then... who knows!!! Ufff... as always, I talk too much... well... I be waiting for your next chapter... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Miss_Stephanie Posted May 17, 2011 Author Report Share Posted May 17, 2011 Of course I always appreciate and take to heart the feedback that I receive from my readers! That is why I am always so eager for reviews. This is a WIP that I have every intention of turning into a long and epic series. I also intend on revising and reposting this fic for years to come on any sites that will allow it. It is a dramatic and violent story that is wrought with angst and darkness, and in need of a lighter tone and viewpoint. This is what your delightfully flawed Ronald Weasley has provided. Plus he adds a depth of emotion to this viewpoint with his feelings of ineptitude and jealousy. Not to mention the fact that I can't wait to tell the horcrux hunt from his perspective. The horcurxes seem to be twisted extensions of Voldemorts personality, which have developed their own instincts in accordance with their creators magic and will. We must not forget Harry's second year, in which a horcrux sought out another redheaded pure blood with the surname Weasley. Poor Ginny Weasley was nearly possessed by Tom Riddle in an effort to give the disembodied wisp that remained of Voldemort a home. Why then would it not seek the same means in order to protect itself from the Dark Lord's greatest enemy? It only makes sense to assume the horcruxes center on pure bloods in accordance with their alliance to Voldemort's sick bigotry. I have already finished a couple of entries with Ron and I am more than pleased. He will be making an entrance into the story in the next couple of chapters. Thanks again, *alquimista*, it's always great to hear from you! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Miss_Stephanie Posted May 23, 2011 Author Report Share Posted May 23, 2011 Just dropping by to leave a couple of Review Responses before jumping over to add another chapter to the fic. *skullz* It is so wonderful to have your continued support. I'm glad to hear that you are continuing to enjoy the story, and rest assured, the chapters will be getting back to their normal length as the story progresses. Promise. I'm trying to ease everyone into my character's displaced mind-sets and since I have so many character viewpoints, this can be a bit tedious and overwhelming, so I am trying to present the information in absorbent bits. Anyway, have no fear. The next chapter it longer, and the next even more so! *Lordyu* It is so great to hear from you! And I can't express how much it means to hear that this is your favorite fic. I have had every intention of taking the story in this direction, from the beginning, so I am so glad to hear that you like where I am going with it. I hope that things continue to please, and I can't wait to hear more from you! Alright, then, onto the fanfiction site to drop the next chapter off. I hope that everyone enjoys, and I LOVE hearing what you guys think! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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