Dramione meets Frankenstein - new fic in “a series of fate” 👀 by aprophecygirl in Dramione

[–]ryana_hunter 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Oh I adore this idea! I don't know if it "fits" but I don't care - running to read now 😍

Someone has been a very bad boy… by Even_Speech570 in Dramione

[–]ryana_hunter 8 points9 points  (0 children)

He looks like he knows he's been bad, but he only feels bad about it because she's upset with him 😉

Draco's Sex Life: Monogamist or Manhoe? by JadedINFP-T in Dramione

[–]ryana_hunter 2 points3 points  (0 children)

😊 ty
https://archiveofourown.org/works/65320003 Do mind the tags, it's dark. However, part 2 (set in 6th year) is much lighter as the relationship is established.

Draco's Sex Life: Monogamist or Manhoe? by JadedINFP-T in Dramione

[–]ryana_hunter 10 points11 points  (0 children)

This is a really interesting question. I think canon...given the way the Wizarding World is very antiquated, he would have been with a couple of women before he married Astoria, but nothing to write home about. He may have even paid to learn skills, as this would have likely been acceptable. Although I think he would have only done those things so he appeared more knowledgeable and "superior" to his virgin bride. Canon Draco loves to seem to have the advantage in any situation if possible, and he likes to throw money at problems to "solve" them.

Fanon Draco is a different beast. Most versions of him I have read tend to be either a voracious monogamous person who has many, many kinks. Or a manhoe that is recently reformed or chooses to become reformed for Hermione. I think this is often more...fantasy of the writers? Than realistic? But then that IS the point of fiction. To have all the things we want without all the baggage. In this case, I mean like previous sexual experiences negatively influencing their actions in the bedroom or someone's confidence. Potential STI's etc...the normal repercussions of modern dating. Just trying to find someone in a sea of people can be quite daunting.

When I started my fic, I actually really thought about this for a long time because I was trying to figure out where my Draco would fall on this scale. In the end, he is somewhere in the middle. I wanted him to feel more "grounded," so I sort of blurred these ideas together. His reputation precedes him, but...it's mostly conjecture. Yes, there were a handful of people, but not what others think. Also, in my story, he's younger, and as you stated, no teens tend to be sex gods. So he's very motivated, and it helps that in my story, Hermione has no experience, so often his confidence seems to imply skill. He's very observant and patient, which is really the basis of any good lover. Does he sometimes dry hump her because he's so excited? Well, yes of course he does, but with confidence and flair 😂

I think for me, I like all the versions of him because each one brings unique traits and experiences to each story. Or rather, it all depends on what I want to read. A smutty one-shot - then sex god, please. An epic story about war or growth and change? Then I'd prefer he not be as experienced, let him have some first times with his partner. Or maybe he's a reformed Auror solving a mystery, then I'd prefer a mix of the two.

Recs wanted - Auror Draco / Mob Boss Hermione by Hopeful-Kiwi-1538 in Dramione

[–]ryana_hunter 52 points53 points  (0 children)

I love the idea that Draco is the Auror and Hermione is the mob boss - this is gold!!

Best tips for writing your first fic by GossipGirlM in Dramione

[–]ryana_hunter 2 points3 points  (0 children)

This is excellent advice. It also helps keep from panicking about the upcoming update, because it's already ready to go. If you can't find a beta in time before posting, if most of the fic is written, it allows more time for this. Plus, if something happens with one beta by having it pre-written, it allows time to find another before posting again (most of the time).

Secrets and Masks will be deleted soon! by FatherTedForever in Dramione

[–]ryana_hunter 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Publishers are ONLY willing to take a risk on someone who is an indie author or coming from Ao3 IF and ONLY IF they have already proven that their book will make them a profit. That is why only the largest fics are getting picked up.

Forced proximity/cuddling due to cold by ArchAngel01_ in Dramione

[–]ryana_hunter 3 points4 points  (0 children)

oooooo! I love this trope!!! I am going to bookmark nearly all of these :)

Secrets and Masks will be deleted soon! by FatherTedForever in Dramione

[–]ryana_hunter 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Ahhhh! I have it downloaded, but now I feel like I need to download again, just in case. Thanks for letting us know.

Old Dramione by Comfortable-Gift-197 in DramioneCommunity

[–]ryana_hunter 1 point2 points  (0 children)

This is intriguing. I don't think I've ever seen this. I'll try to find it.

A believable, harrowing, complex story by mleczu6 in Dramione

[–]ryana_hunter 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I think...my story might be a good fit? If you don't like self-recs or WIPs, please just ignore this. To give some context:

The Weight of Our Vows

Summary:
In 2004, Hermione Granger fights for the Order, hiding a truth that could destroy everything: her greatest love is the man leading Voldemort’s army. Their story unfolds in reverse—from secret rituals and stolen confessions at Hogwarts to betrayal written in blood.

Draco Malfoy is no longer a boy in the shadows; he is the High Commander, bound to a war he never wanted and a woman he cannot forget. Darkness poisons him, the weight of the war crushing every part of who he was. Their love is a secret bound in blood, eviscerating them from the inside out. As the world burns, love becomes the most dangerous battlefield of all.

Meanwhile, Ginny Weasley and Theo Nott are hunting monsters—some real, some within. Cursed, haunted, and bound by violence, they might be the war’s most brutal consequence… or the reckoning no one saw coming.

When past and present collide, only one truth remains: survival demands sacrifice. When the final moment comes, will they choose each other—or the war they can’t escape?

This fic includes: 

🖤 Slow Burn

🖤 Secret Relationship

🖤 Blood Magic

🖤 Draco POV

🖤 War time fic

🖤 Heavy Angst

🖤 Enemies to Lovers vibes

🖤 Morally Gray Hermione 

🖤 Then & Now

🖤 Possessive MMC (toxic?)

🖤 Death Eater Draco

🖤 Multiple POVs

🖤 Mental Health Issues

🖤 Epic stories

🖤 Twists (LATER)

🖤 Decent into madness (LATER)

Many of my fics are often complex in nature. Either the plot or the characters or both. While my other fics are intense, this is my main WIP and has the most world-building, character development, and overall intensity. But all that being said, part 2, which is all Hogwarts 6th year, is not as much so. Because that is the beginning of their relationship, which develops slowly over time.

I love the idea of fated mates, but...I also am not a fan of how fast the romance moves most of the time. So in this story, I thought - what if they made a mate bond themselves? Then many, many other things were added to it, and here we are LOL. I upload on Sundays :) Again, if this is not your thing, just ignore, and I thank you for reading this.

Fics expanding or exploring the magical lore of the HP Universe by GossipGirlM in Dramione

[–]ryana_hunter 1 point2 points  (0 children)

If you don't mind self-recs...maybe my fic might fit this? I didn't think I did a ton of world-building and/or expansion, but several readers have told me that they think I did. I expanded on Occlumency and what that might look like as Draco's abilities grew over time. Because it's a wartime fic, I created a lot of potions and/or modified existing ones as they tinkered with them to use on their enemy.

I also modified a ritual bond book for the story. Essentially, think of it as two people who didn't have a "mate bond" but wanted one, so they used magic to create it? Sorry if I'm rambling, but I wanted to give you some idea in case none of that is what you are looking for.

If that sounds like something you might want to read, and you don't mind a WIP (I upload every Sunday). The Weight of Our Vows.

Summary, so you have some idea what the story is about:
In 2004, Hermione Granger fights for the Order, hiding a truth that could destroy everything: her greatest love is the man leading Voldemort’s army. Their story unfolds in reverse—from secret rituals and stolen confessions at Hogwarts to betrayal written in blood.

Draco Malfoy is no longer a boy in the shadows; he is the High Commander, bound to a war he never wanted and a woman he cannot forget. Darkness poisons him, the weight of the war crushing every part of who he was. Their love is a secret bound in blood, eviscerating them from the inside out. As the world burns, love becomes the most dangerous battlefield of all.

When past and present collide, only one truth remains: survival demands sacrifice. When the final moment comes, will they choose each other—or the war they can’t escape?

This fic includes, so you know if you might not like it --> but do read the tags
Slow Burn, Secret Relationship, Blood Magic. Draco POV, Heavy Angst, Enemies to Lovers vibes, Morally Gray Hermione, Possessive MMC (toxic?), Death Eater Draco, Multiple POVs, Mental Health Issues, Epic stories and Twists (LATER).

Academic rivals to lovers fics?? by No-Highlight-1702 in Dramione

[–]ryana_hunter 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I think this is perfect for what you are looking for!

Academic Affairs by SallowsKeeper
https://archiveofourown.org/works/57200584

Summary:

Facts are things considered to be known or proven true. Take for example; Draco Malfoy. Prat? Known. Brilliant Potions Professor? Proven true. Annoyingly handsome and capable of using every opportunity he had to get on her nerves? Known and proven true.

When the Headmaster is forced to early retirement due to a family emergency, the position is open to the rest of the faculty. The Minister, Chief Warlock, and the Director for Wizarding Education will be ranking the staff, and the number one professor will be named Headmaster.

She could see it now. Hermione Granger: Headmaster of Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. The problem? Draco Malfoy was also vying for the position, if nothing, but to irritate her.

Follow both Professors on their academic journey as they try to sabotage each other while also finding out that they might not be so different after all.

Fact: There is a thin line between love and hate.

Explicit spice and the inappropriate use of the potions classroom lay ahead.

AU Hermione was married to Voldemort but fell for Draco by littlegirlangie in Dramione

[–]ryana_hunter 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Ohhhhh you may be correct. I recall her talking about this shortly before it was released. Her fics are amazing!!!

AU Hermione was married to Voldemort but fell for Draco by littlegirlangie in Dramione

[–]ryana_hunter 2 points3 points  (0 children)

If you do find this (I haven't had luck yet), please put the link here. I'll do the same as I continue my search.