I just started reading this, before I realized that I have read it quite a few times already. I'm having the hardest of luck trying to find new reads. I do hope you finish the minerva adopts harry fic, or update it soon.

A very brilliant story, that definately shows the backside of dumbledores "greater good" - thing. After reading this and other fics, i've been surprised how much Dumbledore manipulates. Although I don't think JK's Dumbledore would ever as far "out" as yours, I think it's a great story.

When I read a story, I want it to catch me in the first paragraphs, so I WANT to read on. Some stories does, just like this one, and I just wanted to say I was really interested in reading on after reading the first one

Hahaha, the Grangers are hilarious. Well, it's apparent where Hermione got her book-smarts.

I'm so glad that everyone had a part to play, in the end. The twins, for example.

*guffaws* Hermione suggests to rob the military, but makes it seem like a 'fair exchange' by saying they should leave money...

*snickers* I know I shouldn't be laughing at a teacher's death, but Trelawney taking out Death Eaters with crystal balls was classic!

Oh! Very interesting take on having Ginny become the new owner of the Elder Wand!

~*~

All in all, this fanfic was brilliantly written. I adored every word (well, except for those icky 'romance' scenes with Ginny and Harry, but for obvious, biased reasons).

I feel the ending was a bit rushed, but it was well done nonetheless. I was somewhat disappointed that you didn't mention Tonks during the battle and almost thought you forgot about her. However, you redeemed yourself by mentioning her to be alive, along with Remus, and Teddy, apparently. Hurah for the werewolf and Metamorphmagus!

(You make a valid point with Half Blood Prince. Then again, you make a lot of valid points throughout the story).

I am most definitely adding this story to my favorites!

Hopefully I can get to your other stories someday!

Continue the excellent work!

Good luck!

Thanks for writing and sharing this wonderful story!

~*Eli

*chuckles* “How’d tryouts go?” asked Harry.

“Well,” said Ginny with a smirk, “the star Seeker decided to skive off. Says he’s hurt. I think he’s faking.” - Great lines!

Oh, puh-leaze. How long are Neville and Ginny going to be in denial?

Uh, didn't they always know Snape was a Death Eater; it just so happens that he was supposedly a 'reformed' one?

Luna's so adorably silly. “That’s a relief... It would be unfortunate if the captain had to dismiss herself from the team.”

A monkey...and a frog... Hmm...

Fawkes left Dumbledore, didn't he? Ashamed of having such a person care for him...

Good choice in using the pensive.

Dumbledore has gone way~ too far!

Go Fawkes! I anticipated the phoenix coming to save Harry! Very happy!

*Off the the last chapter...*

What is up with those aurors?

Poor Harry, having to kill all these people, even if they ARE evil, in order to protect those he cares for and loves.

Huh, I thought Dumbledore "transferring" his powers to Harry didn't make any sense.

Cool Quidditch player and/or professor. Oh the possibilities~!

I'm glad it seems as if Professor McGonagall doesn't know about Dumbledore; which means she shouldn't be an accomplice!

Interesting question, that. I never thought about being able to take the OWLs or NEWTs it one's not in school...

*yawns, as there are only two chapters left, I guess I'll strive on*

Finally a better Defense Against the Dark Arts professor!

Such a teenage boy dream.

Huh, Ginny seems to be developing a crush on Neville... Cool!

I'm telling you that girl is totally a Seer.

Hmm, now there's a thought. Since Harry believes he no longer has a future as an auror, he can easily become a Defense Against the Dark Arts teacher. Once McGonagall becomes Headmistress, of course. (Please, oh please say that she has no idea of Dumbledore's ploy. I adore her).

Ah, habits of another person just seem to stick to you if you're with them for too long. (My friends and I are a great example). Smart boy, going to the library to check out his hunch for his sudden, if slight, attraction to Edgecombe.

I adore Professor Jones! Even though the beginning of her class was rather depressing...

Aw, Harry's always considering others' feelings.

Okay~ what is up with Dumbledore "giving Harry some of his power." Also, he doesn't want him to tell Hermione?! Whatever!

Oh crud! I was ready to go to sleep, but there's no way I can with that cliffhanger!

*hanging on*

Hahaha! Hermione would compare the happiness with her relationship to Harry with libraries! Although, it IS somewhat true. I myself remember the first time I ever entered a library when I was younger... *sighs* Heaven on Earth.

So I'm guessing Edgecombe is Dumbledore's new little pet.

Hahaha! I knew I adored Luna for a reason. "'You and Ginny didn't seem natural together. You and Hermione do.'" She totally has to have some Seer in her.

Aw, poor Ginny. Well, maybe this will give Neville a chance. Besides, she deserves someone who will be loyal to her.

Okay...so I'm guessing Ron's fine with Harry and Hermione dating, that's good. Did I miss the part when he finds out...?

*confused, but is continuing*

Hermione probably reminded Petunia of her sister, since they're both brilliant women.

I feel like driving my head through a wall with how manipulative Dumbledore is. It's so utterly repulsive and disturbing. Especially the bit about "purebloods." I also can't believe he placed a Tracker/Tracer on his motorcycle! It's a good thing they took Hermione's car! Snape is such an arse, saying that Harry doesn't care. Ha! As if.

*Hugs Harry quickly and lets him go quickly before Hermione can come after me* Oh, he's simply too adorable! "'…that this, er, relationship becomes, er, permanent, one day, sir.'" Haha! He won Mr. Granger's approval with that!

The Grangers are the best! So are the Weasleys, of course.

Ah, where is Ron's reaction?!

*goes hunt it down*

*snickers* Nothing can affect Ron's appetite.

The nerve of Dumbledore, still trying to redeem himself even though he's royally f**ked. (Please excuse my language from before, now, and in the future). "'Molly, you shouldn't drop to their level by using such harsh words,'" indeed. Ha!

Yay! Harry and Hermione are together, Harry and Hermione are together!!!

*bursts out laughing* Ginny shaking Harry's hand reminds me of Hermione and Ron in Chamber of Secrets when she was un-paralyzed and shook his hand.

Hehe, I'm glad all the Weasleys are happy with Harry and Hermione's new relationship. I wonder how Ron will take it, though?

Awe, Harry's to meet Hermione's parents, ay?

*curious*

Aha! I knew Hermione's brilliance wouldn't fail! Great going! Hahaha, her mistaking Ginny to be the culprit was a great addition. It shows that Hermione can't be right about EVERYTHING.

Once again, poor Mr. Weasley. Also pity Harry and Ginny. It sounds like a real-life version of making out with one's cousin or something. Ew.

Great move on Harry's part. Dumbledore just really doesn't care, does he? He's being a bit to careless too.

*carries on*

Yay! For some reason, there are so little fics out there that comment on Harry's culinary abilities. I mean, come on! That's the only good thing the Dursleys ever did, even though it did have a malevolent reason.

Harry says "you mean a lot to me" in his letters to Hermione, doesn't he?

Whoa... That Muggle Studies class IS outdated. Although, I guess it doesn't help when it's referred to as horsepower...but still!

Hmmm... are you going to give the prophecy a twist? That would be interesting...

Eek, Ron is so annoying at times.

Haha! Harry and Hermione get to go off on Harry's motorcycle by themselves! Mrs. Weasley, you have unintentionally made me very happy! Hahaha.

So glad about the Harry and Hermione moment. Ah, Harry and that loyalty of his. Same goes for Hermione!

Cool! Dobby and Winky now have Harry!

Poor Mr. Weasley, unintentionally administering Harry a Love Potion.

What does Hermione think of Harry's sudden change in character?

*persists*

Forgot to mention: So Snape does know of Dumbledore's manipulations.

Hahaha, "'I'll bet if I walked up to them and said `boo' they'd wet themselves.'"

Aw~ Poor Harry, he has such a heart.

Yay! Hermione makes an appearance! At least, a more personal one.

Ha, Ginny can't even get worked up over seeing her boyfriend cry on his best friend's shoulder or the fact that he could someday dump her to be with said friend. I do so like Ginny here; she's a victim just like everyone else. Can't help but feel sorry for her, really, this is the second time she's been made to do something against her will.

Lovely house!

*sighs* What I wouldn't give to see Moony all riled up...

Yay! More Hermione underway!

*keeps going*

Hahaha, Fred and George will be upset if they find out they were tricked! The tricksters being tricked!

Yay for featuring Griphook! It's great how Harry recognized him, hence impressing him.

Why WAS Dumbledore withdrawing all that money? Certainly not for poor Mrs. Figg.

I love Harry's T-shirt! I also wondered about his prescription. Wearing glasses myself, mine changes every year; it must have been difficult for him.

Aw, Harry's a total sweetheart, thinking about his family, even though they treated him downright cruel throughout his life.

Go Dobby! I'm so glad you mentioned Winky too! I also like how he ponders on hiring the two, but decides to relay his thoughts to Hermione first, to make sure she approves/doesn't get upset.

Wow that whole list of professors... They're all valid points.

Great chapter! Love how Harry kept thinking of Hermione, but felt guilty. It shows just how loyal Harry truly is.

*addicted*

Ah! He's such a manipulative old geezer! Never mind about what I said of him not manipulating Sirius' will. Although it was a nice false sense of security you'd placed there!

Snape is still a git. Does he know of Dumbledore's manipulation or is he a victim too?

Hermione's brilliant. Always looking out for Harry. Hahaha, she's also always hitting those books and will find any excuse to do research. It's also so like her to give Harry the best advice she can.

*onward*