magnifique Posted July 16, 2020 Posted July 16, 2020 Hello Friends! welcome to my review thread. I had one of these a really long time ago and then it got purged, which was for the best, but I'm back because the house cup has reminded me of how much fun it is to read fics that I usually wouldn't necessarily gravitate toward as well as to go outside my comfort zone a bit! So here are the rules/guidelines: r u l e s and/or g u i d e l i n e s 1. I'm going to start with two spots open at once, so I do not get overwhelmed, and everyone gets the time and attention and care their writing deserves 2. no teacher/student or otherwise imbalanced power dynamics - they make me feel very uncomfortable and I am not a person who can read them without bias. 3. I prefer to stay on the hpft site - I like how it's set up, and I don't like using other sites very much 4. please poke me if it has been over two weeks since you requested - I have a lot of free time now, but shortly I will not have that much, so I may just forget to check the site/my email and will appreciate the poke 5. please feel free to request multi-chapter fics, but I would like to read them in order and please only request one chapter at a time. I want to keep this as fair and even as possible, but who knows, if I really like it I might just review the rest in my free time for fun 6. Please only Harry Potter or Original Fiction. If it's a crossover with HP, just ask me before you request and I'll let you know if I know it well enough/feel comfortable! Also as a side note, if your fic relies heavily on cursed child, I know nothing about it so I will not be helpful there unfortunately what I'm g o o d at 1. critical analysis, looking at the bones and the structure of your story (or any story) and determining what works about it and what doesn't 2. giving constructive criticism - but as this is a hobby and not something you'll probably ever pursue for a grade or to publish, I won't do it unless you ask for it, so if you want me to be more critical and point out things I think could be better, you gotta ask for it. 3. talking about what I love!! I love talking about what I love in a story, could squee about that for paragraphs, so if you're just looking for a pick me up I will do my best and I got you, even if it's just something small. 4. pulling out specific lines that I thought worked really well - if you like your work being quoted to you, I am the one for you, but if it's something you don't like, maybe ask someone else or tell me if that makes you uncomfy and I won't do it what I l o v e to read 1. FLUFF give me ALL THE FLUFF. I am a romantic at heart, I really am, so fluff and domestic bliss is my cup of 2. GAY. Queerness in general. I will read straight/heterosexual things, but it is not my one true love - I just really like reading about non-straight people because there is a lot of straightness in modern media still and fic is where I get to escape that. 3. thoughtful and intersectional representation! I really love fics that go against the narrative JKR tried to push in the sense that Hogwarts was more monolithic than reality is, so I like fics with people from different cultural backgrounds, I like fics with queer characters of course, but I also really love fics that go into disabilities and mental health and other really important social issues that are near and dear to my heart and deserve representation imo. 4. Marauders, Next Gen, and weird niche fics that don't really fit in anywhere. I like weird stuff, okay, I write weird stuff. I'm not a huge fan of fics that take place when the Trio was in school unless there's a really new and fun spin on it, solely because ?? idk, been there, done that, you know? That being said, I will read them still and I won't fuss about it either - they're really fine, I just like the eras we know less about more because it's easier to feel surprised I guess? idk 5. it's really hard to say if I have OTPs per se, but I have favorite characters for sure so if your fic heavily features Tonks (especially genderqueer Tonks), Remus, Amelia or Susan Bones, Charlie Weasley, Molly II, or Hugo, please hit me up I love them so much. 6. to round things out, I also really love platonic no romance good friendship stories. I think that we need more of those in the world, so if you have one, I would love to love it. alright I think that's it???? anyway, here's the review request form, remember, two at a time please and if you have any further questions about something specific and you aren't sure if I would want or be able to read it, please feel free to message me, I do not bite, and I am happy to chat about specifics - OKAY GO I'm excited to read all your stories Spoiler Story Name, Author, and Rated Link: Warnings and Advisories: Genre: Ships: Length: Summary: Areas of Concern:
just.a.willow.tree Posted July 16, 2020 Posted July 16, 2020 Julieeee! Story Name, Author, and Rated Link: of trolls and nifflers+ (T) by justawillowtree Warnings and Advisories: none Genre: fluff Ships: cho/pansy Length: 3116 words Summary: Cho has no idea what she's doing when it comes to Pansy. Areas of Concern: I really took liberties with characterization, so I would love to hear your thoughts (critical or not) about it! And anything else related to the story and its progression! Thank you so much, you're wonderful! [1/5 review requests]
Felpata_Lupin Posted July 16, 2020 Posted July 16, 2020 Yay Julie! A new review thread! You don't mind if I jump in, do you? (I'm going to spare you my child Jimmy for now, especially since it might not be exactly your type of thing... what about some baby Remus, instead? ) Story Name, Author, and Rated Link: Fried artichokes and old songs (A) by Felpata_Lupin Warnings and Advisories: none Genre: angst, fluff, hurt/comfort Ships: Remus' parents (not the main focus, though) Length: one shot - 1532 words Summary: Quote Silvia Lupin gives her son a little cooking lesson. For TreacleTart's Play With Your Food Challenge Areas of Concern: nothing in particular, I'd just love to hear your thoughts! [2/5 open requests in the last 2 weeks]
magnifique Posted July 16, 2020 Author Posted July 16, 2020 @just.a.willow.tree your review is done, thank you for requesting current spots: 1. Felpata_Lupin 2. OPEN
grumpy cat Posted July 16, 2020 Posted July 16, 2020 story and author name, including link: dark days warnings and advisories: sexual content, substance abuse, slurs, suicide genre: angst, microfiction length: 868 words ships: none summary: Quote I want technicolour. areas of concern: your thoughts please. it's a story i really struggled with writing due to it being extremely personal for me so ..... (also if it's triggering, please ignore this request and i'm sorry ) current review request count: 1/5
magnifique Posted July 20, 2020 Author Posted July 20, 2020 @Felpata_Lupin and @grumpy cat you both have reviews two spots open!
Darling_take_off_the_mask Posted July 20, 2020 Posted July 20, 2020 Julieeee... You have left many wonderful reviews for me during this recent HC event but I am going to be a greedy gremlin and request another? IDK whether you have actually read Sam's fic that this is based on, but I reckoned you are probably at least familiar with the premise bc she was talking to you about this one I was doing? Anyway, I've had a lot of fun getting back to pure humor/fluff writing with this one and would just enjoy general thoughts on this insanity. Story Name, Author, and Rated Link: In Which Landon Is Accidentally Observant, and Peters Misses Quidditch for No Good Reason At All [T] by RonsGirlFriday Warnings and Advisories: None Genre: Fluff, Humor, Romance Ships: Percy/Oliver, OC/OC Length: 3056 words Summary: The arguments between Percy Weasley and Oliver Wood are so legendary, a mere glare is enough to clear out the dormitory. The problem is, Landon and Peters live here, too. Areas of Concern: Literally whateverrrr Current review request count: 2/5
magnifique Posted July 22, 2020 Author Posted July 22, 2020 @RonsGirlFriday you have a review Two spots open again!
sunshine_locks Posted July 23, 2020 Posted July 23, 2020 hi! may i take a spot? :0 Story and Author Name, including link: how to capture a heart+ by sunshine_locks Warnings and Advisories: domestic abuse, suicide (they're very slight though) Genre: Angst, AU, Fluff, General, Humor, Romance Length: 13,315 (a very long boi) Ships: teddy/vic (main), bill/fleur (slight) Summary: Quote Victoire is a first year university student, and Teddy was the babysitter her mother hired for Louis while she was away. for the 'make maraudertimes swoon' challenge. Areas of Concern: hmm, i guess what you think about the flow and the romance? Current Review Request Count: 3/5
lostinthelightss Posted August 5, 2020 Posted August 5, 2020 Hi Julie! Was wondering if maybe this fell into "weird" enough? Story and Author Name, including RATED link: literal chaos fire (m) by maraudertimes Warnings and Advisories: Sexual Content, Slurs Genre: AU, Humor, Romance Length: Novellette, currently at 9 chapters - Chapter 1 (1413 words) Ships: Lily Luna Potter/OC, Molly Weasley (II)/OC, Teddy Lupin/Victoire Weasley, Victoire Weasley/OC Summary: Quote Victoire Weasley is a masters student in infectious diseases handling a devastating break up with her girlfriend of two years. Lily Potter is a first year law student navigating a figurative minefield that is the star quarterback's unrequited affection. Molly Weasley is pursuing her bachelors in engineering while pining over her best friend - who doesn't seem to realize it. Three women, three vastly different lives, all coming together with group chats, family dinners, and a whole lot of chaos. Areas of Concern: Quote my words at me, critique me, go in, I accept any and all feedback Current Review Request Count: 2/5
magnifique Posted August 6, 2020 Author Posted August 6, 2020 @sunshine_locks your review is done, thank you so much for being patient with me @maraudertimes I will hopefully get to you soon :'D one spot open!
down-in-flames Posted August 6, 2020 Posted August 6, 2020 hi julie! i was wondering if i could get your thoughts on my weird but fluffy jily au? Story Name, Author, and Rated Link: 9.9 out of 10, highly recommend by down-in-flames Warnings and Advisories: sexual content, slurs, substance abuse Genre: romance, fluff, humor, au Ships: james/lily, with background remus/sirius, marlene/dorcas, and albus/gellert Length: chapter 1 is 4102 words Summary: Quote 2 bets. 10 days. Endless shenanigans. {Brooklyn 99 meets How to Lose a Guy in 10 days} Areas of Concern: just your thoughts on the set-up of the story! Current Review Request Count: 2/5
magnifique Posted August 9, 2020 Author Posted August 9, 2020 @maraudertimes your review is done! one spot open
Darling_take_off_the_mask Posted August 9, 2020 Posted August 9, 2020 Hi Julie! I've just posted an update to this, and as you already read chapter 1, I hoped you might be ok with continuing on with the story? Story Name, Author, and Rated Link: But Did You Provoke Him? [M] chapter 2 by RonsGirlFriday Warnings and Advisories: Consent Issues, Domestic Abuse, Sexual Content, Slurs, Substance Abuse, Violence Genre: Angst, Crime/Mystery, Drama Ships: Eileen/Tobias Snape Length: Chapter 2 is 4722 words Summary: Tobias Snape is dead. His son's wand cast the curse. His wife has confessed to the murder. Eileen Snape is claiming self-defense. The rub? Tobias was killed in his sleep. Areas of Concern: This is a bit of a shift from chapter 1, some new characters introduced and so forth, we're now on the outside looking in at the Snape family (and I plan to keep doing these POV shifts throughout the story -- sometimes Eileen and Severus but sometimes from the POV of Ministry investigators and possibly others). Your feelings in general about the characters, plot, etc? Current Review Request Count: 3/5
magnifique Posted August 15, 2020 Author Posted August 15, 2020 @down-in-flames your review is done! @RonsGirlFriday I might take a few days to get to yours because I know it'll take more out of me emotionally, but I WILL get there one slot open
Aphoride Posted August 16, 2020 Posted August 16, 2020 did you say queer Next Gen fluff? Story Name, Author, and Rated Link: seven sunflowers (and a handful of seeds). by Aphoride (T) Warnings and Advisories: None Genre: Angst, Drama, Fluff, Romance Ships: Scorpius Malfoy/Louis Weasley Length: One-shot, 7454 words Summary: Quote Millennials Are Ruining Their Own Lives By Overthinking "And how would you like your quarter-life crisis, Monsieur? With a side of frites or salade?" Louis/Scorpius Areas of Concern: it's been up for a while and no reviews so i'm slightly panicking that it's actually just terrible but any thoughts would be appreciated - anything you want/need to mention! it's technically a sequel fic to another one-shot, but there's no real set-up that you need to understand it thank you in advance! current open review requests: 1/5
magnifique Posted August 22, 2020 Author Posted August 22, 2020 @RonsGirlFriday & @Aphoride you both now have reviews! thank you for requesting! two spots open
Felpata_Lupin Posted August 24, 2020 Posted August 24, 2020 Oooh... do you mind if I steal a slot, Julie? Story Name, Author, and Rated Link: Just sex (T) by Felpata_Lupin Warnings and Advisories: none Genre: Drama, Hurt/Comfort, Romance Ships: Peter Pettigrew/OC with a little Peter/Remus hint Length: one-shot - 1387 words Summary: Quote It was just sex... until it wasn't. AKA Sometimes you need a breakup to really appreciate someone. Peter/Leander - missing moment (sort of) from Liar For VaguelyCreativeName and just.a.willow.tree's Lovers-to-Friends Challenge and for something wicked's We are never getting back together Challenge. Areas of Concern: nothing in particular, I'd just like to hear your thoughts I wrote this during the finale, so I'm not sure it's top quality, and it's a spin-off of sorts (although it can be a standalone) so I'm curious to know how it works for someone unfamiliar with the verse... mostly, I'd just like to know what you think of the characters and the situation described! Thank you so much in advance!
grumpy cat Posted August 26, 2020 Posted August 26, 2020 story and author name, including link: homemade dynamite by grumpy cat warnings and advisories: substance abuse, sexual content genre: angst, drama, romance, smut length: 2241 words ships: teddy lupin/victoire weasley summary: Quote you are the knife i turn inside myself (that is love) areas of concern: i tried to be fancy in storytelling but i think i just made it confusing, uninteresting, messy and faileddd also, your thoughts pls current review request count: 2/5
magnifique Posted September 3, 2020 Author Posted September 3, 2020 I've been a blah shjdfsjf but @Felpata_Lupinyou probably realized your review was done a few days ago and @grumpy cat MASSIVE APOLOGIES for taking so long it's like a quarter done and I will be finishing it tonight for right now as im transitioning to being in school again I'm going to change to only one review slot open at a time - not including kris' since it'll be done tonight, so. ONE SLOT OPEN
Darling_take_off_the_mask Posted September 27, 2020 Posted September 27, 2020 Hi Julie! I know you're busy these days and have just been popping in occasionally, but whenever you might have some time, would you be cool returning to Irrational for my newest chapter? Story and Author Name, including link: Irrational (chapter 16) by RonsGirlFriday Warnings and Advisories: T, none Genre: Romance, drama, humor Length: Chapter 16 is 6513 words Ships: Percy/Audrey Summary: Most people seem to judge him -- but Audrey doesn't. Most people seem not to see her -- but Percy does. Areas of Concern: Your thoughts! Current Review Request Count: 2/5
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