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Reviews for Triumph Out of the Bitter Taste of Ashes

By : Kiristeen
  • From ANON - Deb >^..^< on October 28, 2003
    That was really informative & quite interesting!!! The more they are finding out, the more they need to know. I am really curious to see how this "working" relationship between Severus & Hermione progresses?!? This could get REALLY interesting as well!!! Will be watching for your next update*
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  • From ANON - Frolicking_Nomad on October 28, 2003
    What can I say, I just can't resist the impulse to leave technical feedback. I have an excuse this time, though. Namely, I'm a geneticist. So, if you have any questions on the vocabulary or mechanisms, email me at rec3 at duke.edu. I liked Hermione's explanation arinaring genetics to potions-making. However, I think you meant to say that the trait is X-linked *recessive*. X-linked recessive traits show up very rarely in women because women have to have it on both X chromosomes. If they've only got it on one, the dominant gene on the other will win out. Whereas men, only having one X chromosome, don't have that happen. An X-linked dominant trait would be expected to show up more in women than in men.

    The other possible explanation for a trait that mostly affects men is that it's sex-influenced, rather than sex-linked. For instance, male pattern baldness is not carried on the sex chromosomes, which means that women have the same chance of inheriting the genes for it that men do. Perhaps you've noticed the scarcity of women with male pattern baldness? That's because, while the genes may be present, they're triggered by testosterone (which, incidentally, is the reason eunuchs don't go bald).

    As for Y-linked traits -- it's highly unlikely. The Y chromosome is tiny, and probably doesn't contain much of anything beyond the set of genes that cause, well, maleness. (Humans, like most mammals, "default" to female in the absence of other instructions. Some years ago there was a case of a woman runner being barred from competition because, to her complete shock, a genetic workup had shown that she was XY rather than XX. Surprised the hell out of her, her parents, her doctor... but the "instructions" had essentially never been received, so she turned out to be a girl. Jamie Lee Curtis is, I believe, also XY.)

    So, if I can bore you with any more trivia, let me know!
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  • From ANON - kate on October 28, 2003
    i'm always intrigued when muggle science and magic mix, so i loved this chapter. the only confusion i have (and thank you for the "genetics for idiots and/or humanities students" primer) related to the exchange regarding mutants and hermione's admonishment to severus that his unspoken comment was "too low, even for (him)". what did i not catch? i'm sure i was just reading too quickly to pick it up...
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  • From ANON - Red Writing Hood on October 28, 2003
    ok...Im not even gonna pretend that I understood about half of what you wrote in that last chapter, but I will go along with it. It sounded good, even to my ignorant ears.

    Keep going

    Red

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  • From ANON - shemhamforash on October 28, 2003
    Very intriguing chapter...well simplified explanation of complex subject matter...Am emensly curious as to what the significance of all of this information will be in the grand scheme of thigs. T'was not a boring chapter in the slightest..

    Am waiting foe nee next in anticipation, and for update of "Mothers"..

    Much love and respect

    Shem xxx
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  • From ANON - Michelline on October 28, 2003
    I'm dying here... So just what ARE the conclusions from Hermione's report? And when is everyone going to find out about the baby? And and and... Can't wait for more. I'm very much enjoying this. keep up the great work!
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  • From ANON - Frolicking_Nomad on October 28, 2003
    On the subject of it being "too late" -- it would presumably be too late, at this point, for her to abort the pregnancy via some kind of potion (the "abortion pill" only works for the first two months of pregnancy), but a D&E (dilation and evacuation) is a relatively simple procedure (about 15-20 minutes). If performed within the first 20 weeks, it has a lower risk of complications and side effects than actually giving birth does. It can be performed even into the third trimester, although it usually isn't unless there's a significant health risk involved in continuing the pregnancy. U.K. law states that abortion is legal before the 24th week, and may be performed after the 24th week if continuing the pregnancy would significantly endanger or damage the woman's physical or mental health, or if the child has a significant genetic defect. (This is true for the whole U.K. except Northern Ireland, the Isle of Man, and Jersey, where the rules are different.)

    Just thought I'd let you know.
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  • From ANON - Rilla on October 28, 2003
    I'm dying to find out what her findings are. Apparently I'm a bit too dense to figure it out on my own. I love the Ron and Draco stuff as well. I don't think I've ever seen Ron written so likeably (is that a word?).
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  • From ANON - shemhamforash on October 28, 2003
    Another perfect chapter m'dear...I am most intrigued as to what the implicatons are as to the conclusions Hermione has drawn...Shan't say much else....Am afraid that sarcasm has deserted me and I am at a loss as to what to say...

    Ohhh...I know...As a survivor many times over of forced relatons, I must sooth any trepidation you may feel when dealing with Hermione's situation by telling you that I most certainly do not find your expression of this topic in anyway offensive. I also find Hermione's reactions realistic, however, those of us who have survived have dealt with our lot our own ways, so really any emotion or thought process you bestow her with, as long as it can be justified (something you have been doing well), is not wrong or offensive...

    Looking forward to the next..

    Shem xxx
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  • From ANON - Deb >^..^< on October 28, 2003
    I LOVE Hermione's attitude & comparing herself with Severus!!! I really want to know exactly what the figures show.... which area is the most grim (guessing it's the purebloods) & what will it take to get the #'s back up? Also am wondering how Hermione is going to deal with her prenancy & Draco? She will have to face him sooner or later & the child will be his sibling so I would guess he would want to have some involvement? Will be watching for chapter 21!!! Deb >^..^
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  • From ANON - GeekGoddess on October 28, 2003
    another perfect chapter.....Its kind of neat how Hermione and Snape play off each other.......its a believeable developing relationship
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  • From ANON - GeekGoddess on October 27, 2003
    wow...that was intense.....I am liking the developing relationship between Hermione and Snape...please update soon.
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  • From ANON - SecretelyServerus on October 27, 2003
    AHHHHHH!!!!! Wow... Each tiem i finish reading a chapter i have this incredible amount of energy ... because i just get so INTO your stories! I can't imagine what Hermione is going through, but I can definitely undestand her anger at no one making sure she remembered! Ooo.. but I do love Snape's character... you do it wonderfully! =) I'm *very* anxious to see what happens when they return to Hogwarts!!! Thanks for the updates =)

    ~Leigh~
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  • From ANON - Rilla on October 27, 2003
    I can see why she asked for Snape. And I can see why she d bed be so angry. I can't imagine just figuring out that everyone knew and just didn't say anything obvious. (And I was in maternity clothes at six bloody weeks with this pregnancy! It's my third)
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  • From ANON - shiv5468 on October 27, 2003
    What a fabulous chapter that was. I definitely didnt see that coming. A very well written and convincing account of the aftermath I thought.

    And now I have no idea how it will all end. Which is good. I like surprises.
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