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califmoleI've already recced at least two Snape mentors Harry stories as among the best in their class. Is there room for another? The answer is yes, when the author is as talented as Theowyn. In "The Enemy Within" she shows us Harry after the events of OOTP-- angry, grieving, filled with self-recriminations and dealing with the consequences of his link to Voldemort. It soon becomes clear that he desparately needs to learn to shield his mind, and Snape is manipulated into helping him.
What I like most about this story is how natural the characters feel. Snape isn't warm or cuddly. Even as he grows to understand the horrors of Harry's experiences, he doesn't change his mannerisms or fall over himself to act as comforter. His help is practical, direct, and exactly what Harry needs. Harry, for his part, grows to rely upon Snape while still convinced that he despises and distrusts his professor.
A long, wonderful story.
The Enemy Within by Theowyn
Gen
Summary: When his burdens drive Harry to the verge of breaking Snape is the only one who understands.
http://www.sugarquill.net/read.php?storyid=2375&chapno=1
What I like most about this story is how natural the characters feel. Snape isn't warm or cuddly. Even as he grows to understand the horrors of Harry's experiences, he doesn't change his mannerisms or fall over himself to act as comforter. His help is practical, direct, and exactly what Harry needs. Harry, for his part, grows to rely upon Snape while still convinced that he despises and distrusts his professor.
A long, wonderful story.
The Enemy Within by Theowyn
Gen
Summary: When his burdens drive Harry to the verge of breaking Snape is the only one who understands.
http://www.sugarquill.net/read.php?storyid=2375&chapno=1
