118An exception » by Ianthesmall
Harry is in his first year and seeing a whole new world compared to what he knows, but not everything is magical for our Boy-Who-Lived and only one man can see that. How can Severus fix the damage done to the child, and why does he even want to? Mentor fic, Adoption fic, mentions of child abuse!Harry Potter, K+, English, Hurt/Comfort & Family, chapters: 20, words: 103k+, favs: 370, follows: 540, updated: 3/24 published: 5/18/2018, Harry P., Severus S., Lucius M.
67The Joy and The Chaos » by AndyWrites7768
Harry returns for his sixth year at Hogwarts. With secrets exposed, guardians in tow, shifting alliances, a crush, and a looming war, he must learn to overcome his challenges and become what is needed. A Hero. Sequel to 'Living with The Uncertainty.'Harry Potter, M, English, Hurt/Comfort & Romance, chapters: 17, words: 148k+, favs: 71, follows: 93, updated: 3/23 published: 11/26/2024, Harry P., Remus L., Draco M., Severus S.
73Dearest Professor Snape » by Nadia Snape
After the devastating loss of Sirius Black, Harry spirals into a dark abyss, turning to various substances to dull his pain. In a haze of intoxication one night, he sends a letter to Professor Snape. Will Snape be able to grasp the depth of Harry's torment? Will he and his 7-year old daughter be able to help Harry? Addicted!Harry. Big Brother!Harry. Mentor/Father Snape.Harry Potter, K+, English, Angst & Hurt/Comfort, chapters: 15, words: 83k+, favs: 85, follows: 121, updated: 3/23 published: 6/12/2024, Harry P., Severus S.
46Vice versa » by Aetern1tas
Harry Potter grew up in Little Whinging with his aunts family, who neither cared for him much nor treated him unfairly. Mischievous and curious, he wasnt excited when his Hogwarts letter arrived—it meant leaving behind his loyal friend and the life he knew. At Hogwarts, he found one intriguing person among the many he considered odd, while letters kept him tied to the outside worldHarry Potter, K+, English, Adventure & Humor, chapters: 19, words: 56k+, favs: 63, follows: 86, updated: 3/23 published: 11/24/2024, Harry P., Severus S., Luna L.
28Nature & Nurture » by OpossumApothecary
Snape is transformed into a child and placed under the care of McGonagall and Dumbledore while they try to avoid anyone seeing him. Meanwhile, Harry Potter comes to Hogwarts and investigates what happened to the previous potions professor.Harry Potter, K+, English, Hurt/Comfort, chapters: 13, words: 41k+, favs: 16, follows: 24, updated: 3/21 published: 12/20/2024, Harry P., Severus S., Albus D., Minerva M.
11Always- a Harry Potter AU Story » by TheTie-DyeJedi
On September 1st, a little black-haired boy with green eyes and a lightening bolt scar on his forehead enters the school of Hogwarts for the first time. Harry Potter is the Boy Who Lived, and everyone knows it, including one Severus Snape, who instantly loathes him. However, if Snape is able to overcome his anger and hatred, he might find his heart isn't quite made of stone.Harry Potter, K+, English, Fantasy & Friendship, chapters: 16, words: 18k+, favs: 28, follows: 44, updated: 3/21 published: 8/31/2024, Harry P., Severus S., Albus D.
39Harry Potter and the Butterfly Effect » by vala411
In an alternate-universe, faced with enemies old and new, Harry must decide whether to embrace his role as a savior once more or forge his own path in defiance of those who seek to use him. [Snarry]Harry Potter, M, English, Adventure & Suspense, chapters: 55, words: 80k+, favs: 29, follows: 40, updated: 3/16 published: 12/15/2024, [Harry P., Severus S.]
9Minor course » by Tambser
The professors at Hogwarts are tasked with providing minor courses for sixth-year students. Severus Snape, determined to avoid spending any more time with dunderheads, devises a foolproof plan to escape teaching the course. But, of course, someone just has to ruin it. And why is it always a Potter who wrecks his carefully laid plans? And will this Potter even survive his lessons?Harry Potter, T, English, Friendship, chapters: 7, words: 16k+, favs: 14, follows: 29, updated: 3/15 published: 1/29, Harry P., Severus S., Minerva M.
22The Secrets He Keeps » by KintsukuroiKint25
There are things Harry needs to keep secret, like what really happened to cause that car crash, or why he's having nightmares about number 4 Privet Drive. But when a mysterious package addressed to him arrives at Grimmauld Place, those closet to him start asking questions. With his secrets threatening to unravel, Harry must make an impossible choice.Harry Potter, M, English, Hurt/Comfort & Angst, chapters: 5, words: 14k+, favs: 58, follows: 112, updated: 2/27 published: 5/19/2019, Harry P., Sirius B., Remus L., Severus S.
8Harry Potter and the Power of Magic » by NebulaTheOwl
What happens when the Horcrux has more of an effect on Harry than Dumbledore expected? What happens when Snape picks up Harry instead of hagrid? What happens when Harry realizes he is far from normal, even among wizards? I DO NOT OWN HARRY POTTER! THAT BELONGS TO JK ROWLING!Harry Potter, T, English, Adventure & Fantasy, chapters: 7, words: 6k+, favs: 19, follows: 29, updated: 2/27 published: 1/9, Harry P., Albus D., Severus S.
42The Lighthouse » by TheTweener
Harry Potter enters the great hall for his sorting, and the mysterious potions master, Severus Snape, sees Harry Potter for the first time and rather than seeing hate, he sees those eyes, her eyes. The boy is showing no similarities to James Potter and Severus becomes curious and heads to Dumbledore for answers. Truth comes to light, and more than one person's world is changed.Harry Potter, K+, English, Hurt/Comfort & Drama, chapters: 12, words: 30k+, favs: 143, follows: 234, updated: 2/25 published: 4/3/2023, Severus S., Harry P.
3Feared Emotions and Found Family » by cemerson7
Snape and Harry are cut from the same cloth. Both taken from a household of hate to one of structure and care. Snape, once the ward of Poppy and Minerva, now has his chance to save one Harry Potter from the cards he too was delt. Harry has no plans on letting his gaurd down now though and has no intrest in making this easy for his new guardian.Harry Potter, T, English, Angst & Family, chapters: 3, words: 7k+, favs: 9, follows: 10, updated: 2/15 published: 2/14, Harry P., Severus S., Poppy P., Minerva M.
29Left Behind » by swamygliders
Abandoned at a run-down orphanage by the Dursleys, Harry struggles with fresh injuries and a growing sense of betrayal. Confronting a world of unfamiliar faces and hesitant kindness, he cautiously navigates the bustling corridors and guarded smiles of Little Haven Orphanage. With his pillowcase of scant belongings, Harry steps into a new chapter fraught with uncertainty.Harry Potter, K, English, Hurt/Comfort & Family, chapters: 3, words: 48k+, favs: 81, follows: 116, updated: 2/13 published: 12/12/2024, Harry P., Severus S.
374Seven Drops and Asphodel Blooms » by GwendolynStacy
When Harry blows up Aunt Marge during the summer, Dumbledore is much quicker to react. Snape finds him far before the Minister does, but his plan of dropping him off with a lecture and half a dozen additional summer assignments doesn't work out. In which Harry spends the summer at Spinner's End.Harry Potter, T, English, Angst & Friendship, chapters: 31, words: 120k+, favs: 655, follows: 1k+, updated: 2/2 published: 3/6/2021, Harry P., Ron W., Hermione G., Severus S.
299Master of His House » by SnapesAngelFFN
For 6 years, everyone thought Snape was dead, but he was living his best life as a recluse under a new identity. Until Potter shows up with his 7yo orphaned son. He's a cold, harsh disciplinarian with no desire to raise a child, so he hires a feisty young witch to be his governess. He's old school, she's Montessori gentle parenting. Can they make a happy family? OBVIOUSLY!Harry Potter, T, English, Romance, chapters: 26, words: 257k+, favs: 79, follows: 100, updated: 1/27 published: 3/10/2023, Harry P., Severus S.