Reviewer: Feather Quill Signed [Report This]
Date: 06/09/2005 08:52 am Title: Revelations

This. Is. Awesome. I love the concept and all these complex ideas you are weaving together. I love the extra descriptions you have added, I can really see the scenes now. If you're still after that beta you can contact me at feather_quill_writer_girl@hotmail.com. I'd love to throw idea around with you, if you'd like it.

Author's Response: Thanks so much, Feather Quill! I've had three offers of betas in the last two days -- which is wonderful. I'll contact you via e-mail with some idea of where my thinking is.
--Martha

Reviewer: ladyc Signed [Report This]
Date: 06/08/2005 03:55 pm Title: Revelations

Wow, you've just stunned me with your amazing plot, and well crafted ideas. I would be honored to beta for you. I am so glad that you updated; I've been waiting for a week, but this was definitely worth it. Great job!

Author's Response: Thanks, ladyc! Let me know how to contact you via e-mail. Several folks are already giving me suggestions, but I'd love another POV.
--Martha

Reviewer: JTBJAB Signed [Report This]
Date: 06/07/2005 08:33 pm Title: Revelations

Hey great chapter, although not as long as ones in the past....but an update is of course an update, and this is definitely better than nothing. I am a beta reader, and i will be happy to help you, that is if you haven't chosen somebody already.

Author's Response: Hi JTBJAB! That would be great! How do I contact you directly?
--Martha

Reviewer: Michelle Anonymous [Report This]
Date: 05/25/2005 06:47 pm Title: Lunch with Muggles

I just finished reading all six chapters, and I wanted to tell you that I love this story so far. You have a fascinating idea, and I can't wait to see what happens next.

Author's Response: Thank you, Michelle! I am working on the next chapter -- it's almost done, in fact. Glad you're enjoying the story.
--Martha

Reviewer: Feather Quill Signed [Report This]
Date: 05/25/2005 08:20 am Title: Lunch with Muggles

I'm very intrigued. Update soon! :)

Author's Response: Thanks, Feather Quill! I hope you liked the descriptions -- I made a point of putting them in after your comments.
--Martha

Reviewer: HumanTales Signed [Report This]
Date: 05/24/2005 09:47 am Title: Lunch with Muggles

And the Jewish connection appears. Do we see the Qabalah make an appearance? I'm enjoying this story; I always enjoy examinations of different cultures. The way you're bringing them in adds depth to the story.

Author's Response: I haven't decided yet if I'm going to bring in Kabbalah (both spellings are appropriate). But certainly there would be a connection between Kabbalistic attempts at influencing the world and magical attempts to do the same thing. Hm. I'll have to think about it. Thanks for the idea, HumanTales!

--Martha

Reviewer: PlaidButterfly Anonymous [Report This]
Date: 05/08/2005 10:09 pm Title: Practice and More Practice

Wowweee, have you ever got a fun plotbunny thar ;D I really, really like where you're going with the idea of wandless magic and the Jewish Wizard Conspiracy. (...*feels like there should be a (tm) after that, lol*) I can't wait to see where you're going with this, and am definitely bookmarking this. It's very nicely written. Logistically I think the story may be a little overpowered by the tones of Draco/Hermione that are creeping in there, but you after all are the author ;) and this is probably just my zeal to see the bigger plot picture, so to speak. Very nice job! :)

Author's Response: *grin* The little bugger's been chewing on my brain cells for a while now. (Good plot bunny. Leave me alone.) I actually wasn't intending for this to be a Draco/Hermione thing, but it seems to be creeping in there. At least as friendship. Hmm. We'll have to see what happens as they confront even more suprises. :-) I'm working on the next two chapters and hope to have them finished soon. Thanks for the review, PlaidButterfly! --Martha

Reviewer: LariLee Signed [Report This]
Date: 04/25/2005 03:11 pm Title: Practice and More Practice

I came over to Lumos just to see if you had updated. Pardon me for being late. I am so surprised to Draco is going to meet Muggles for lunch. It's a shame we cannot kill Lucius real quick, so he can turn in his grave when he finds out. :-) And I thought of another reason why there are no Jewish witches and wizards... Levitican law "thou shall not suffer a witch to live". It's going to be so interesting to find out what part Grindelwald plays in this. Excellent job! I particularly like Snape (big surprise) in this.
~Lisa

Author's Response: Hi Lisa! I'm so glad you like Snape's characterization here. I'm really trying to tread a fine line with him. But there's a reason for Draco meeting Muggles. I'm moving pieces into place for future actions. Plus, I think he's really changing as he works with Hermione and with Snape. He's kept his snobbish superiority by never really mixing with non-Purebreds. So being forced to spend time with a "Mudblood" who's so much more interesting than any of the purebreds is really making him think. Thanks for the review! --Martha

Reviewer: zebraspots05 Signed [Report This]
Date: 04/21/2005 10:21 am Title: Practice and More Practice

This seems to be a complicated story to write, but you are making it understandable and easy to read. The flow is nice and I like the gradual friendship of Draco and Hermoine. (PS There are non-HP fans out there? Will wonders never cease)

Author's Response: Thank you, Zebraspots! And, yes, there are non-HP fans. Weird, huh. :) --Martha

Reviewer: Peishan Anonymous [Report This]
Date: 04/17/2005 07:59 pm Title: Surprising Questions

The story is really intriguing so far - I'll definitely be back to read up on more! Thanks!

Author's Response: Thanks a lot, Peishan! This sort of support really makes my day. --Martha

Reviewer: Arsinoe de Blassenville Signed [Report This]
Date: 03/24/2005 04:07 pm Title: Answers and More Questions

What an interesting story! I do like the idea of bright students really digging into the foundations of magic. The historical angle is intriguing too. I wonder if you're going to get into the scriptural sanctions against witchcraft in considering the lack of Jewish wizards (or were they all wiped out?). Interesting subject. It's true that you might not get as many reviews as you would with a standard sex and romance fic, but I think this kind of intellectual story has a real value and I hope you will continue!

Author's Response: Thank you so much, Arsinoe! What a thoughtful and encouraging review! As you might imagine, there is a reason there are no Jewish wizards -- all will be explained as I go on. I'm going to go and write more now. :)

Reviewer: LariLee Signed [Report This]
Date: 03/20/2005 01:34 pm Title: Answers and More Questions

I love the little plot bunny. Nice, evil, nasty, little, dark buggering bunny. This is a fascinating story, combining wizarding and Muggle history. And I can't wait for more!
~Lisa

Author's Response: Exactly! I told you I know all about nasty plot bunnies. Basically, I started wondering what it would take for Hogwarts to accomodate Othodox Jews, and I quickly realized it couldn't be done. But according to JKR, there are no other magical schools in the UK. Thus there must be something sinister going on, right? :-) --Martha

Reviewer: nintschi Signed [Report This]
Date: 03/19/2005 01:43 am Title: Answers and More Questions

hope draco and hermione come togehter in this story it is a great idea espcially that wizard know nothing of holocoust. very interestion line (and thanks for beeing accurate ) about the holocoust even after 50 years. many people want to get rid of it instead. keep on writing Nintschi

Author's Response: Yes, you're right. But there's a reason that Draco doesn't know about the Holocaust -- you'll see more as the story goes on. --Martha