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1k+Certain Dark Things » by
eirajenson
Harriet Potter has always been odd. Between having a shadow that moves on its own and chatting with snakes in the garden, learning she's a witch really isn't the strangest thing that's happened to the bespectacled girl with a lightning scar on her neck. [Fem!Harry, Slytherin!Harry, AU Retelling]
Harry Potter, M, English, Adventure & Drama, chapters: 226, words: 754k+, favs: 2k+, follows: 2k+, updated: 3/16 published: 12/1/2018, Harry P., Hermione G., Severus S., OC
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For The Best by
Flumet
After an accident in potion class, Severus thinks it's best if Harry had a better, safer home. So Severus tries to help Harry get to know his potential new adoptive parents. Though the process isn't easy for any of them, it's for the best (or so Severus tells himself). In the end, it turns out Severus wants Harry to stay just as much as Harry doesn't want to leave.
Harry Potter, K, English, Hurt/Comfort & Family, words: 4k+, favs: 20, follows: 6, 2/26, Harry P., Severus S.
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Because I Worry by
Flumet
Harry has lived with Severus for a few months since leaving the Dursleys 'care'. Most of it has gone smoother than Severus ever expected. Though one day, Harry's not acting like he usually does. Severus tries to figure out what might be wrong with Harry while also keeping up with classes and work. In the end, it's nothing Severus thought that's making Harry act the way he's doing.
Harry Potter, K+, English, Family, words: 3k+, favs: 33, follows: 15, 12/21/2022, Harry P., Severus S.
3k+A Thousand Words » by
Ailee17
Harry never could have predicted how much his life would change after making a surprising discovery at the Dursley household the summer before Second Year. The young wizard returns to school looking for answers, and ends up finding a whole lot more. Snape/Harry mentor fic. No slash.
Harry Potter, T, English, Hurt/Comfort & Family, chapters: 56, words: 176k+, favs: 5k+, follows: 7k+, updated: 9/28/2022 published: 1/4/2015, Harry P., Severus S.
2k+A Measure of Grace » by
Saritadreaming
A virus sweeps over the earth, killing man and man's best friend. For the few survivors, the nightmare is just beginning. Who set the virus free, and how far will the remains of the government go to find a cure? An innocent girl, a fiercely loyal dog, a jaded man with a past. Can they survive this new world and its secrets? E/B, AH
Twilight, M, English, Drama & Romance, chapters: 53, words: 190k+, favs: 1k+, follows: 1k+, updated: 9/7/2022 published: 4/7/2014, Bella, Edward, Alice, Jasper
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Stories and Hot Chocolate by
Flumet
Harry is still living with Severus ("temporary"). Harry accidentally learns that Severus used to know his mum. Severus tells him a bit about his mum, but it's best to let someone else tell him more about James. Together Severus and Minerva can help Harry learn a bit about his parents. -Snake plushie might be coming with on the journey-
Harry Potter, K, English, Family, words: 2k+, favs: 33, follows: 15, 5/22/2022, Harry P., Severus S., Minerva M.
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Family Portrait by
Flumet
Harry had now lived with Severus for almost three months since Dumbledore hadn't found a permanent home for him yet. Severus assumed he'd just have to look after the boy until they found a fitting family. Though he had to be extra nasty to the students to level out the domestic sight of him carrying a tired boy through the castle or accepting child drawings during class.
Harry Potter, K, English, Family, words: 2k+, favs: 76, follows: 27, 5/15/2022, Harry P., Severus S.
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The Beginning of Something (called family) by
Flumet
It's Snape's first evening with four year old Harry Potter. Hopefully, the boy will get a new home soon, but until then, Snape will have to be... civil. Maybe even something close to kind. First part of oneshot series called 'The adventures of Snape slowly adopting Harry Potter'. Can be read as a stand alone.
Harry Potter, K+, English, Family & Friendship, words: 1k+, favs: 44, follows: 24, 4/18/2022, Harry P., Severus S.
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My Safest Sound » by
ElenAndTara
When his mother is murdered for treachery, Draco's world falls apart. Harry, struggling with the events of the graveyard, is now plagued with grotesque visions. To make matters worse, they have to deal with Umbridge and her sadistic iron fist imposed on the school.
Harry Potter, M, English, Angst & Drama, chapters: 49, words: 310k+, favs: 80, follows: 108, updated: 9/24/2021 published: 3/28/2020, Harry P., Draco M., Severus S., Voldemort
10k+Torn » by
Dooba
Bella Swan has survived a living hell, twice. She no longer speaks. Nobody ever listened. The Cullen family take her into their care. Bella fights to leave her past behind, but will she be able to let love in? AH M-rated for violence, content, language
Twilight, M, English, Hurt/Comfort, chapters: 94, words: 663k+, favs: 8k+, follows: 8k+, updated: 3/28/2021 published: 9/27/2010, Bella, Edward
105Suspended in Silence » by
Excuse-me-bitch-did-i-stutter
After the third task of the Triwizard Tournament goes horribly wrong, Harry is left broken and bruised. With the help of an unlikely ally, she struggles to find the light in a dark, dark world. (Set during Goblet of Fire) (Female Harry) (Contains dark themes)
Harry Potter, T, English, Angst & Hurt/Comfort, chapters: 16, words: 58k+, favs: 240, follows: 361, updated: 11/27/2020 published: 8/6/2018, Harry P., Severus S.
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The Choices We Made » by
jewelburns
*COMPLETE* What if you could change your biggest regret? After a devastating event occurs, Snape from an alternate reality is given that chance, but ends up in the canon universe. Will he be able to gain back what he's lost while helping to save the wizarding world at the same time? Sick!Harry, AU post-OOTP, HP-SS adopt/mentor, Sequel Posted
Harry Potter, T, English, Hurt/Comfort & Angst, chapters: 76, words: 580k+, favs: 603, follows: 572, updated: 11/24/2020 published: 4/24/2020, Harry P., Draco M., Severus S.
88Petunia's Duo Dilemma 2 » by
Nyx Nox
The sequel to Petunia's Duo Dilemma: An enraged potions master, miserable emerald eyed twins, a whale of a cousin, and horse-faced aunt thrown together after a rescue mission that was supposed to save the lives of Harry and Iris Potter. AU. Child abuse references. Reading the original story may be beneficial to understanding this fanfic.
Harry Potter, T, English, Hurt/Comfort & Family, chapters: 6, words: 14k+, favs: 162, follows: 254, updated: 9/29/2020 published: 5/12/2014, Harry P., Severus S., Petunia D.
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The Remnants » by
Mei Li Young
In a world where the dead eat people, it is survival of the fittest. Caring for others is not a luxury that the remnants of the human race have. For Edward, this rule of survival is tested when Bella enters his life. All canon pairings.
Twilight, M, English, Supernatural & Hurt/Comfort, chapters: 51, words: 333k+, favs: 1k+, follows: 1k+, updated: 8/30/2020 published: 8/13/2014, Bella, Edward
570Desperate Measures » by
Excuse-me-bitch-did-i-stutter
When an argument in the Dursley household turns deadly, Harry must do whatever it takes to protect himself. As he struggles with guilt over his decisions and the imminent consequences of his actions loom over him, Harry's world is slowly encapsulated in darkness. (Set during Prisoner of Azkaban)
Harry Potter, T, English, Drama & Angst, chapters: 31, words: 82k+, favs: 730, follows: 1k+, updated: 8/6/2020 published: 8/9/2017, Harry P., Ron W., Sirius B., Severus S.
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Marley's Mother by
Pandora's Box Is Heavy
Marley was a gift to me that not everyone gets. She was my life, my everything. But a letter changed things the day it came. And now it seems that Marley may not have been theirs to give, nor mine to receive...
Twilight, M, English, Family, words: 1k+, favs: 3k+, follows: 3k+, updated: 8/6/2020 published: 1/30/2013, Bella, Edward
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Hit By Destiny » by
ocdmess
Bella wants to die, and almost gets her wish fulfilled when she gets hit by a shiny Volvo. She is left with serious injuries, and the only thing keeping her from dying is the person who hit her. All Human, Rated M for language, dark themes & violence.
Twilight, M, English, Angst & Hurt/Comfort, chapters: 60, words: 464k+, favs: 13k+, follows: 7k+, updated: 6/28/2020 published: 10/24/2009, Bella, Edward
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Seven Circles » by
263Adder
There are seven deadly sins and seven heavenly virtues. There also happen to be seven members of the Umbrella Academy. Warnings for violence in a dream sequence. Then and Now series: Part 5.
Umbrella Academy, M, English, Family & Friendship, chapters: 14, words: 38k+, favs: 122, follows: 78, updated: 6/30/2019 published: 4/29/2019, Allison H./The Rumor, The Boy/Number Five, Ben H./The Horror, Vanya H./The White Violin
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Wisp » by
Cris
Edward wins more than he bargained for at what was supposed to be a friendly poker game. AH. Ysar made me my banner!
Twilight, M, English, Hurt/Comfort & Drama, chapters: 63, words: 325k+, favs: 6k+, follows: 6k+, updated: 6/16/2019 published: 4/22/2012, Bella, Edward
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Give him back to me, or so help me god » by
Eva7673
…aka that time Ross took Tony's Spidy-son, and Tony was 39237234% not okay with it.
Avengers, K+, English, Hurt/Comfort & Adventure, chapters: 10, words: 67k+, favs: 1k+, follows: 928, updated: 5/3/2019 published: 4/30/2018, Iron Man/Tony S., Spider-Man/Peter Parker