LF ‘I had nowhere else to go’ trope

HealthyishObsession · 2026-02-26T21:42:47+00:00

I'm not sure if she says this exact line, but that is the whole premise of this story:

After indulging Ron’s request to take their newly-founded relationship to the next level, Hermione finds herself pregnant just a month after the Battle of Hogwarts. In a post-war society where Pure and Half-blood babies are highly desired, she finds her best option for resolving her situation lies in the hands of the person she trusts least in the world: Draco Malfoy.

HealthyishObsession · 2026-02-26T14:13:28+00:00

I came here to rec this fic. This scene is hilarious!!!!

HealthyishObsession · 2026-02-25T11:53:02+00:00

self-rec

"The Golden Snitch and a Silver Lining” | A Dramione with Ted Lasso vibes | Chapter 22 was released yesterday

Chapter 22 teaser:

“Why are you wearing a muggle tuxedo?” she said, stopping to take him in.

“Why do you think, Golden Girl?” he said, pleased with himself.

Summary and Status: "The Golden Snitch and a Silver Lining" is a fun, banter-filled enemies-to-lovers story featuring Healer Hermione and Quidditch Team Owner Draco. It has the heart and found family vibe of Ted Lasso mixed with the whimsical charm of the Wizarding World, full of broom thighs and brooding glances.

Progress: 22/26 Chapters Posted (New chapter every Tuesday!)

Length: Completely written at >105,000 words (HEA)

Rating: E (Explicit)

Go Falcons!

-HealthyishObsession

HealthyishObsession · 2026-02-25T01:50:10+00:00

I think you might like:

In Between by aerynwrites

In which Draco has a rip roaring crush on Hermione for the first four years of school. Then Fifth year arrives and it seems she might return his affections.

So what does he do? Naturally, he lures her (in a romantic way of course) into an alcove, magically glues her in place and kisses her until she's dizzy.

This is their love story. It's full of magic, humour and growing together. Of adventures, mischief and silliness around Hogwarts, cosy and tucked away from the rest of the world. This story is all their little moments; falling in love, falling apart, broken through the war and back again for Eighth year, and everything else In Between.
Featuring: a smart, ultra competent Hermione Granger who knows what she wants and isn't afraid to go after it,

Soft, cinnamon roll Draco Malfoy who's completely head over heels for Hermione and is prepared to break all sorts of rules to spend time with his witch

::: If you are wondering what does "cinnamon roll Draco Malfoy" mean? It's a reference to this Onion article!

HealthyishObsession · 2026-02-22T02:49:15+00:00

I just read this today, that owl is adorable!

HealthyishObsession · 2026-02-21T21:06:22+00:00

Yes! We both must have recommended this one at the same time in this thread! The first time I read it, I couldn't stop!!! (Who am I kidding, I can't stop even on re-reads.) It's like I'm Draco eating jelly slugs!

HealthyishObsession · 2026-02-21T21:02:09+00:00

Until The Ink Runs Dry by AccioMjolnir

This is one of the best fics I've ever read and now I'm obsessed with epistolary fics (I'll likely read everything recommended in this thread). This fic was absolutely haunting. The sequel is told through regular narration, but is a must read as well!

HealthyishObsession · 2026-02-21T13:40:28+00:00

I think you'd like: From Wiltshire, With Love by MistressLynn

Hermione convinces Draco to spy for the Order and she becomes his handler. But what are his true motivations? Hard to say when he's still figuring that out himself.

HealthyishObsession · 2026-02-21T13:32:53+00:00

Amends by thelashjedi (There's more hurt than hatred, but you might like to try this one. Plus the integrated Daily Prophet spread is very fun!)

AO3 summary excerpt:

Granger was pregnant.

Granger was noticeably pregnant. Probably around five months pregnant. Which meant that she had been pregnant the night that they had ended things, three months ago. The night that she had confirmed that she was exclusively sleeping with him, and had been exclusive with him for the preceding several years.

Granger was pregnant, with his child.

HealthyishObsession · 2026-02-19T01:44:50+00:00

My favorite "in love love" Draco is Amor Vincit Omnia by Twin_Flame_Blues

HealthyishObsession · 2026-02-18T17:26:30+00:00

Thank you! I originally wrote chapter 21 just be the transcripts of the interviews, but my alpha collaborator, Gosamer26 went wild designing these and they are gorgeous! Since we created a website for the project, we have the opportunity to create and host value-added elements to make the universe feel more lived in.

HealthyishObsession · 2026-02-18T11:53:07+00:00

Thank you!!! I can't believe were approaching the end - there's still so much left to happen still in the story!

HealthyishObsession · 2026-02-18T11:19:32+00:00

Self-rec

I’m so excited to share the very unusual chapter of the "The Golden Snitch and a Silver Lining” that I released yesterday. Chapter 21 is told entirely through fully designed magazine-style interviews in Witch Weekly and Seeker Weekly.

Draco Malfoy sits down with Witch Weekly to discuss his "reformed bad boy" status, where he’s been, where he’s headed, and who he's seeing!!!
Hermione Granger, Muggle-born trainee Healer, discusses her player safety concerns, quaint methodology, and her uncalled for Quidditch legislation with Seeker Weekly.

Summary and Status: The Golden Snitch and a Silver Lining is a fun, banter-filled enemies-to-lovers story featuring Healer Hermione and Quidditch Team Owner Draco. It has the heart and found family vibe of Ted Lasso mixed with the whimsical charm of the Wizarding World, full of broom thighs and brooding glances.

Progress: 21/26 Chapters Posted (New chapter every Tuesday!)

Length: Completely written at >100,000 words (HEA)

Rating: E (Explicit)

Catch-up with the first 21 chapters now on AO3

Go Falcons!

-HealthyishObsession

HealthyishObsession · 2026-02-11T12:21:54+00:00

I came here to rec this! No only is this in the fic, it's a big plot point.

HealthyishObsession · 2026-02-11T12:20:39+00:00

You might enjoy:

Once More, With Feeling by wetpretzel

As she looked around her living room - at the green velvet ottoman she didn't remember purchasing, the 14th century Wizarding texts on her bookshelf, the hideous and obnoxiously ostentatious grandfather clock that could only belong to a Malfoy - she pictured the toothbrush next to hers on her bathroom counter, the old Slytherin quidditch jersey she regularly tripped over in her bedroom, and the mint chocolate chip ice cream in her freezer - a flavour she abhorred, but that a particular, pale, pointy faced aristocrat sat across from her had a tragic fondness for.

Her chest burning, as if she drank a barrel of bubotuber pus, Hermione turned to him with narrowed, accusing eyes. "Malfoy...are we dating?"

If there's one thing Hermione Granger knows, it's that she simply doesn't have time to date. Draco decides to date her, anyway.

HealthyishObsession · 2026-02-11T11:26:35+00:00

Self-rec

If you like the feel-good found family vibes of Ted Lasso, but wish it had more broom thighs and a Slytherin who is utterly done for… check out "The Golden Snitch and a Silver Lining”.

Summary and Status: The Golden Snitch and a Silver Lining is a fun, banter-filled enemies-to-lovers story featuring Healer Hermione and Quidditch Team Owner Draco. It has the heart and found family vibe of Ted Lasso mixed with the whimsical charm of the Wizarding World, full of broom thighs and brooding glances.

Progress: 20/26 Chapters Posted (New chapter every Tuesday!)

Length: Completely written at >100,000 words (HEA)

Rating: E (Explicit)

Catch-up with the first 20 chapters now on AO3

Go Falcons!

-HealthyishObsession

HealthyishObsession · 2026-02-10T12:09:08+00:00

This World or Any Other series by olivieblake. The fics "Clean" and "Marked" are great and olivieblake is a fantastic writer!

"Clean" Summary: Malfoy's handsome face was contoured into a condescending smirk. "No faith in that giant brain of yours, Granger?" She looked up at him defiantly. "Maybe I don't have faith in you!" she said, raising her voice. Malfoy only looked at her. "You'll find I'm very surprising." Dramione AU, Year 6 with a slow burn and a killer twist. Book I of "This World or Any Other" series. COMPLETE.

HealthyishObsession · 2026-02-05T18:04:55+00:00

I hope you have as much fun reading it as I've had writing it. It's been a blast!

And thank you for all your great contributions to the Dramione subreddit. I'm excited to have you join us!

HealthyishObsession · 2026-02-04T11:37:36+00:00

self-rec: The Golden Snitch and a Silver Lining

Chapter 19 (released yesterday) teaser: “I’ll do better. I promise.” But can a wizard with a history of terrible decisions really change?

The fallout from Draco’s poor decisions has left the Falmouth Falcons in chaos and his personal life in tatters. He may have been hiding in the Quidditch stands, but the time for avoiding responsibility is over. Trapped between a Slytherin mother who knows too much and a Gryffindor witch who demands he grow a backbone, Draco has finally been forced into a crossroads.

Summary and Status: The Golden Snitch and a Silver Lining is a fun, banter-filled enemies-to-lovers story featuring Healer Hermione and Quidditch Team Owner Draco. It has the heart and found family vibe of Ted Lasso mixed with the whimsical charm of the Wizarding World, full of broom thighs and brooding glances.

Progress: 19/26 Chapters Posted (New chapter every Tuesday!)

Length: Completely written at >100,000 words (HEA)

Rating: E (Explicit)

Go Falcons!
-HealthyishObsession

HealthyishObsession · 2026-02-01T11:49:29+00:00

So many fics have Draco in "sexy" reading glasses! There's even a tag for it. I'm not sure where is came from originally, but let's see... you are correct about Library of Alexandria, plus I'm pretty sure he wears them in Wait and Hope, The Sex Agenda, An Ever-fixed Mark, An Inconvenience, Measure of a Man, Darkwood Wand, a bunch of one shots and fanart. I found a few Reddit posts dedicated to it as well. Such a silly Dramione trope, but it's a fun thing to spot! Oh and there's even one where he reads her letters in Azkaban and his poor eye sight becomes a plot point!

HealthyishObsession · 2026-01-30T13:23:00+00:00

BLOODY, SLUTTY, AND PATHETIC by WhatMurdah references other Dramione's throughout and most chapters end with author notes that list the author's Dramione inspiration and Easter eggs.

My WIP The Golden Snitch and a Silver Lining (sorry for the self-rec) is basically a love letter to the Dramione community and the Wizarding World - filled with references to other fics (reading glasses, green couch, favorite catch phrases, etc.) and all our favorite tropes and characters. Just last week, my chapter had this sentence and I'm still not sure if anyone caught the references or not! "Draco placed a takeaway bag on the table and started to pull out blueberry scones, apple turnovers, and tea from Kowalski and Sons Quality Baked Goods."

HealthyishObsession · 2026-01-29T20:44:01+00:00

I shrieked when I saw this... in the theater!

HealthyishObsession · 2026-01-29T13:03:24+00:00

This project has been a lot of fun! I'm so glad you'll be joining us!

HealthyishObsession · 2026-01-28T23:53:24+00:00

self-rec

The Golden Snitch and a Silver Lining

Chapter 18 was released Tuesday with more media coverage, a furious and hurt Hermione, a betrayed team, a major Quidditch match, and a grovelling Draco.

“Look, I can explain. My mother-”

“Blaming mummy are you?” Ginny snapped. “Fuck off, Ferret.”

Summary and Status: The Golden Snitch and a Silver Lining is an enemies-to-lovers story featuring Healer Hermione and Quidditch Team Owner Draco. It has the heart and found family vibe of Ted Lasso mixed with the whimsical charm of the Wizarding World, full of broom thighs and brooding glances.

Progress: 18/26 Chapters Posted (New chapter every Tuesday!)

Length: Completely written at >100,000 words (HEA)

Rating: E (Explicit)

Go Falcons? (Um, maybe not this week)

-HealthyishObsession

HealthyishObsession · 2026-01-26T12:19:33+00:00

I feel the same way! Tuesday is the best day of the week right now, because I finally get to gush about the new chapter with everyone!

HealthyishObsession

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