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Be Careful

2009-11-28T22:15:49-08:00

Author: whydoyouneedtoknow
Category: Harry Potter
Language: English, Rated: T
Genres: Drama/Family
Pairing: Draco M.
Chapters: 99, Words: 276,224, Reviews: 1211 Updated: 11-28-09 Published: 9-14-08
Status: In-Progress

Starts after Ch. 1 of Deathly Hallows, crossover with Dangerverse AU. Draco Malfoy, trapped in a life he never chose, wishes as he falls asleep that he were somewhere he could start over. Maybe he should have listened to his proverbs. Chapter 99.

Facing Danger

2009-10-18T01:35:31-08:00

Author: whydoyouneedtoknow
Category: Harry Potter
Language: English, Rated: T
Genres: Drama/Humor
Chapters: 40, Words: 301,229, Reviews: 2245 Updated: 10-18-09 Published: 8-19-06
Status: In-Progress

AU, fourth in main Dangerverse, in progress. Weddings and funerals and babies, oh my! Despite the Second War, life goes on for Pack and Pride. Harry is determined to beat Voldemort. The question is, who will die along the way? Year 5, Arc 6, Chapter 40.

Take Me With You

2009-09-12T20:37:11-08:00

Author: whydoyouneedtoknow
Category: Harry Potter
Language: English, Rated: M
Genres: Angst/Hurt/Comfort
Chapters: 5, Words: 9,604, Reviews: 77 Updated: 9-12-09 Published: 9-1-09
Status: Complete

Dangerverse AU, mature content. "Where are you?" "Nowhere you can't come." Captured by Voldemort, Harry is forced to watch the Pack and Pride tortured. Will it destroy his spirit? Or can he use his fear and pain to free them... or perhaps to win the war?

Return for Repairs

2009-07-28T21:45:20-08:00

Author: whydoyouneedtoknow
Category: Harry Potter
Language: English, Rated: K+
Genres: Family/Hurt/Comfort
Chapters: 1, Words: 1,953, Reviews: 11 Published: 7-28-09
Status: Complete

Oneshot, sequel to The Point of No Return and Return Receipt. Harry Potter hides from his relatives, fearing their response to his accidental magic, but he's in for a surprise...

Return Receipt

2009-07-13T23:50:18-08:00

Author: whydoyouneedtoknow
Category: Harry Potter
Language: English, Rated: K
Genres: Drama/Family
Chapters: 1, Words: 1,970, Reviews: 23 Published: 7-13-09
Status: Complete

Oneshot, sequel to The Point of No Return. The Dursleys can't find their four-year-old nephew anywhere, and there's a strange letter in the cupboard under the stairs...

The Point of No Return

2009-04-04T21:38:42-08:00

Author: whydoyouneedtoknow
Category: Harry Potter
Language: English, Rated: K+
Genres: Romance/Drama
Chapters: 1, Words: 13,015, Reviews: 36 Published: 4-4-09
Status: Complete

Marauder era one shot, AU but not quite Dangerverse. Narcissa Black, forced to marry a man she does not love, uses her wedding to send a message to the one she does. Will he rescue her? And who is he? Borrows from 'The Phantom of the Opera', no lyrics.

Going Home

2009-02-25T17:18:18-08:00

Author: whydoyouneedtoknow
Category: Harry Potter
Language: English, Rated: K+
Genres: Adventure/Friendship
Chapters: 4, Words: 18,385, Reviews: 63 Updated: 2-25-09 Published: 2-24-09
Status: Complete

The Second War is over. Harry goes up to Dumbledore's office with Ron and Hermione, followed by Malfoy, whom he invites to have a drink with them. And that's when everything starts going weird... Four chapters, very strange, canon and DV AU xover.

The Witch of the Westmoreland

2009-02-21T15:07:50-08:00

Author: whydoyouneedtoknow
Category: Harry Potter
Language: English, Rated: T
Genres: Drama/Fantasy
Chapters: 11, Words: 39,524, Reviews: 82 Updated: 2-21-09 Published: 2-9-09
Status: Complete

Based on the folk song, no lyrics. Opens in canon Marauder era: Remus has been cursed, and the Marauders have a week to save his life. Acting on a tip from an unlikely source, they set out on a quest that will change the war, and their own lives, forever.

Ever Ever After

2009-01-30T18:38:51-08:00

Author: whydoyouneedtoknow
Category: Harry Potter
Language: English, Rated: K
Genres: Fantasy/Family
Chapters: 1, Words: 964, Reviews: 10 Published: 1-30-09
Status: Complete

The introduction to a journal which changed the way the wizarding world looked at itself. How did its author go from trying to murder the greatest wizard of modern times to helping to fulfill that wizard's dream, and get his happy ending along the way?

September 17, 1998

2008-10-17T21:26:07-08:00

Author: whydoyouneedtoknow
Category: Harry Potter
Language: English, Rated: K+
Genres: Drama/Mystery
Pairing: Sirius B. & OC
Chapters: 1, Words: 2,501, Reviews: 15 Published: 10-17-08
Status: Complete

Post-Final-Battle DV musicalfic oneshot, no lyrics. After meditating on peace and war, Sirius imagines a world ruled by purebloods and his and Aletha's possible places in it. Heavily references Elton John and Tim Rice's Aida. Has hints of DV endings.

That Which Does Not Kill Us

2008-08-30T15:18:50-08:00

Author: whydoyouneedtoknow
Category: Harry Potter
Language: English, Rated: T
Genres: Drama/Family
Chapters: 8, Words: 17,179, Reviews: 57 Updated: 8-30-08 Published: 8-23-08
Status: Complete

...makes us stronger, or so they say. But what about losing everything you love, your entire world? What will that do? Well, if you're the Pack, it just gets you mad. AU of DV, incorporates canon. Originally told on PotterFicWeekly forums. Ch 8, complete.

And Ye Shall Receive

2008-05-29T18:40:53-08:00

Author: whydoyouneedtoknow
Category: Chronicles of Narnia
Language: English, Rated: K+
Genres: Fantasy/Romance
Chapters: 1, Words: 5,162, Reviews: 56 Published: 5-29-08
Status: Complete

What would you give up for love? Your family, your reputation, even your life? One shot, missing moments, attempts to reconcile movie and book canon. Addresses the Susan Question. Spoilers for Prince Caspian movie and all Narnia books.

Truth Amid the Lies

2008-01-08T20:00:19-08:00

Author: whydoyouneedtoknow
Category: Harry Potter
Language: English, Rated: T
Genres: Drama/Mystery
Chapters: 11, Words: 48,713, Reviews: 496 Updated: 1-8-08 Published: 1-15-06
Status: Complete

Complete! AU, based in Dangerverse but stands alone. They were not killed that night, but cursed forward in time five years. Now their son is missing, along with almost all their living friends, and the only one left tells reporters she knows nothing...

The Lion, the Snake, and the Safe Room

2007-12-31T20:46:01-08:00

Author: whydoyouneedtoknow
Category: Harry Potter
Language: English, Rated: T
Genres: Adventure/Drama
Chapters: 8, Words: 34,116, Reviews: 203 Updated: 12-31-07 Published: 4-13-06
Status: In-Progress

Ch. 8. Xover, end of canon fourth year: Hogwarts is invaded, students sealed into safe rooms. Harry and Hermione get stuck with Draco Malfoy and second year Slytherin Meghan, and the large wardrobe has their other clothes, so they may be there a while...

Roman a Clef

2007-12-09T20:48:15-08:00

Author: whydoyouneedtoknow
Category: Harry Potter
Language: English, Rated: K+
Genres: Humor/Fantasy
Chapters: 8, Words: 25,024, Reviews: 139 Updated: 12-9-07 Published: 2-5-05
Status: In-Progress

Truly newly updated! A Valentina Jett original! The Black Dog and the Grey Wolf, Or, The Further Adventures of Samuel and Alison. Based in the Dangerverse, of course. Chapter 8!

Cross the Line

2007-10-04T19:48:18-08:00

Author: whydoyouneedtoknow
Category: Harry Potter
Language: English, Rated: T
Genres: Drama/Adventure
Chapters: 2, Words: 9,169, Reviews: 62 Updated: 10-4-07 Published: 9-15-07
Status: In-Progress

DV canon crossover. Begins in Ch. 13 of DH. Harry walks in on, not Mary Cattermole's hearing, but that of two children whose magical fathers won't acknowledge them. At least, so they say... but the truth is stranger than the Trio are ready to deal with...

Who You Gonna Call?

2007-03-15T16:52:27-08:00

Author: whydoyouneedtoknow
Category: Harry Potter
Language: English, Rated: K+
Genres: Humor
Chapters: 1, Words: 1,618, Reviews: 36 Published: 3-15-07
Status: Complete

One shot, Dangerverse. Lord Voldemort's plan to make himself a deity goes very, very wrong. References Ghostbusters. Clear area of pets, small children, and bosses and use lavatory before starting. Do not eat or drink while reading. Have a nice day.

Vivens cum Pericula

2007-03-01T20:06:50-08:00

Author: whydoyouneedtoknow
Category: Harry Potter
Language: English, Rated: T
Genres: Drama/Suspense
Chapters: 18, Words: 82,549, Reviews: 323 Updated: 3-1-07 Published: 3-6-06
Status: Complete

Ch. 18, complete. AU from Chapter 42 of LwD. Our heroine has a new world to remake, working in little ways. Can she bring everyone to happiness again this time around? Events seem against her, but she's sure going to try.

My Brown Eyed Girl

2007-01-02T00:02:18-08:00

Author: whydoyouneedtoknow
Category: Harry Potter
Language: English, Rated: T
Genres: Tragedy/Romance
Chapters: 1, Words: 2,875, Reviews: 23 Published: 1-2-07
Status: Complete

AU, one shot, missing moment from PoA. Why are canon Hermione's eyes brown, when Dangerverse Hermione's eyes are hazel? Why is canon Hermione so smart? Why do her parents know about magic? And what heartbreak might lurk in canon Remus' past? BYOT.

A Dangerverse Christmas

2006-12-25T15:07:30-08:00

Author: whydoyouneedtoknow
Category: Harry Potter
Language: English, Rated: K
Genres: Humor
Chapters: 1, Words: 1,390, Reviews: 33 Published: 12-25-06
Status: Complete

AU. December 1986, the Marauders' Den, London. Have a peek at the Pack preparing for Christmas, see the untimely fate of some of Danger's holiday treats, and enjoy the even more untimely fate of the culprit! A present for my readers. Merry Christmas!

Wolf's Den Night

2006-08-09T19:20:27-08:00

Author: whydoyouneedtoknow
Category: Harry Potter
Language: English, Rated: K+
Genres: Drama/Humor
Chapters: 1, Words: 890, Reviews: 30 Published: 8-9-06
Status: Complete

Just a little oneshot to tide you over while you wait for Facing Danger. Harry confronts old fears on his first, and, he hopes, only den night on Privet Drive.

Dealing with Danger

2006-08-05T21:01:44-08:00

Author: whydoyouneedtoknow
Category: Harry Potter
Language: English, Rated: T
Genres: Drama/Humor
Chapters: 53, Words: 461,107, Reviews: 3104 Updated: 8-5-06 Published: 9-20-05
Status: Complete

AU, third in main Dangerverse, complete. Take two Marauders and the women who put up with them. Add eight naughty children, two evil escapees from Azkaban, one wise Headmaster, and a dash of Dark Lord. Shake well and enjoy. Years 3 and 4, twisted canon.

Two Out of Three Ain't Bad

2006-05-12T12:11:49-08:00

Author: whydoyouneedtoknow
Category: Harry Potter
Language: English, Rated: K+
Genres: Humor
Chapters: 2, Words: 1,802, Reviews: 71 Updated: 5-12-06 Published: 12-5-05
Status: Complete

AU, twoshot, based in the Dangerverse but stands alone. Final Battle humorfic. Lord Voldemort wants eternal life, unlimited power, and everlasting fame. Harry Potter and Moaning Myrtle are only too happy to help him get the first and the last...

The Tomb of the Heroes

2006-04-17T20:47:32-08:00

Author: whydoyouneedtoknow
Category: Harry Potter
Language: English, Rated: K+
Genres: Tragedy/Angst
Chapters: 1, Words: 3,502, Reviews: 119 Published: 4-17-06
Status: Complete

The Tomb of the Heroes stands in the cemetery at Godric's Hollow. It holds nine bodies and the ashes of three, and on the top burns an eternal flame... Dangerverse, very sad, end of war oneshot. BYOT.

A Tale of Two Tales

2005-12-15T20:10:50-08:00

Author: whydoyouneedtoknow
Category: Harry Potter
Language: English, Rated: K
Genres: Fantasy
Chapters: 1, Words: 3,434, Reviews: 32 Published: 12-15-05
Status: Complete

A Valentina Jett original! Stories change, depending on who is telling them and from whence they came. Here, then, are two versions of a folk tale. Which is true? You decide...

Chapter Eleven and a Half

2005-11-26T20:31:25-08:00

Author: whydoyouneedtoknow
Category: Harry Potter
Language: English, Rated: T
Genres: Drama/Humor
Chapters: 1, Words: 8,219, Reviews: 32 Published: 11-26-05
Status: Complete

AU, from the Dangerverse. The sleepers awake, as it were, and start learning about what's been happening in their world. The title refers to where this would fit in DwD if it weren't a oneshot.

With Friends Like These

2005-11-26T10:24:45-08:00

Author: whydoyouneedtoknow
Category: Harry Potter
Language: English, Rated: K+
Genres: Humor
Chapters: 1, Words: 1,730, Reviews: 50 Published: 11-26-05
Status: Complete

AU, oneshot, from the Dangerverse. Ron fantasizes about Star Wars, putting himself and his friends into the story. But some people don't particularly like his casting... Slight HPSW xover. Now continued on fanficauthors!

Displaced Person

2005-11-12T18:51:30-08:00

Author: whydoyouneedtoknow
Category: Harry Potter
Language: English, Rated: K+
Genres: Humor/Supernatural
Chapters: 1, Words: 3,698, Reviews: 37 Published: 11-12-05
Status: Complete

AU, one–shot, from the Dangerverse. An Alex and Anne story. What would you do if you found a man in your car who looked like a character from your stories? And he knew things that no one but that character could know?

The Tale of Tercio

2005-09-28T19:09:55-08:00

Author: whydoyouneedtoknow
Category: Harry Potter
Language: English, Rated: T
Genres: Fantasy
Chapters: 1, Words: 3,017, Reviews: 40 Published: 9-28-05
Status: Complete

A Valentina Jett original! A story of ancient times, in the style of a fairy tale, about a family with seven children, the choices of their third son, and what came of those choices.

Dangerous Truths

2005-09-17T20:41:18-08:00

Author: whydoyouneedtoknow
Category: Harry Potter
Language: English, Rated: T
Genres: Drama/Mystery
Chapters: 10, Words: 52,934, Reviews: 200 Updated: 9-17-05 Published: 9-3-05
Status: Complete

Complete. AU. Crossover between LwD and Neurotica's Truths. Summer after Harry's fifth year. People are having nightmares, animals are behaving strangely, magic itself seems to be breaking up. Can Harry overcome prejudices in time to fix what's wrong?

Living without Danger

2005-08-29T16:46:35-08:00

Author: whydoyouneedtoknow
Category: Harry Potter
Language: English, Rated: T
Genres: Drama/Humor
Chapters: 36, Words: 238,238, Reviews: 1994 Updated: 8-29-05 Published: 3-15-05
Status: Complete

AU, second in main Dangerverse, complete. Harry Potter, Hermione Granger–Lupin, and Draco Black were raised by the Marauders and their wives. Now they and their friend Ron Weasley are off to Hogwarts. Heaven help Hogwarts. Years 1 and 2, twisted canon.

Till We Reach That Day

2005-07-28T21:01:44-08:00

Author: whydoyouneedtoknow
Category: Harry Potter
Language: English, Rated: M
Genres: Drama/Mystery
Chapters: 17, Words: 82,023, Reviews: 303 Updated: 7-28-05 Published: 7-6-05
Status: Complete

Complete. AU sequel of A Little Slice of Heaven. Harry grew up with the Dursleys, but with a black dog living down the street. Draco likes to be called Ray and has a wolf named Zelda. And Remus and his wife have been missing for twelve years.

All Together Now

2005-07-07T16:15:24-08:00

Author: whydoyouneedtoknow
Category: Harry Potter
Language: English, Rated: K+
Genres: Fantasy/Humor
Chapters: 1, Words: 2,360, Reviews: 62 Published: 7-7-05
Status: Complete

Oneshot sequel to A Little Slice of Heaven. See where everyone is on a very important day. Sorry this won't be continued, but I'll try to get fluff into the other stories to make up for it!

A Little Slice of Heaven

2005-07-05T15:48:26-08:00

Author: whydoyouneedtoknow
Category: Harry Potter
Language: English, Rated: T
Genres: Romance/Drama
Chapters: 18, Words: 78,983, Reviews: 468 Updated: 7-5-05 Published: 6-14-05
Status: Complete

Now complete. Another AU of the LwD universe. Opens in Marauder era: Danger goes to Hogwarts, Peter gets a girlfriend, and much zaniness ensues. LwD and canon ships. Has improbably happy ending.

Maybe

2005-05-06T20:59:24-08:00

Author: whydoyouneedtoknow
Category: Harry Potter
Language: English, Rated: T
Genres: Drama
Chapters: 16, Words: 55,080, Reviews: 332 Updated: 5-6-05 Published: 4-23-05
Status: Complete

Now complete! AU of “Living with Danger” – did not actually happen in the story's universe, but could have. Possible alternate outcome of a major crossroads in the story. And yes, I know, an AU of an AU, a bit pathetic... hope you like it anyway.

This Is Not Fair

2005-04-22T14:21:29-08:00

Author: whydoyouneedtoknow
Category: Harry Potter
Language: English, Rated: M
Genres: Humor
Chapters: 1, Words: 2,436, Reviews: 28 Published: 4-22-05
Status: Complete

Strange, twisted, AU one-shot. Set in the “Living with Danger” universe, but (important) will never actually happen. Just a very random humorous fic featuring Lucius Malfoy in America. Rated for mature suggestions.

Much Ado

2005-04-11T11:19:28-08:00

Author: whydoyouneedtoknow
Category: Harry Potter
Language: English, Rated: T
Genres: Humor/Romance
Chapters: 1, Words: 5,482, Reviews: 30 Published: 4-11-05
Status: Complete

AU, one-shot, from the “Living with Danger” universe. Just before James and Lily's wedding, a Shakespearean-style conspiracy erupts, to get the best man and the maid of honor to realize they're meant for each other. Did it work? You tell me...

Nightmare

2005-04-09T22:37:17-08:00

Author: whydoyouneedtoknow
Category: Harry Potter
Language: English, Rated: M
Genres: Angst/Tragedy
Chapters: 1, Words: 2,200, Reviews: 69 Published: 4-9-05
Status: Complete

AU, one-shot, from the "Living with Danger" universe. MAJOR warnings for language and graphic situations. NOT my usual style at all - SCARY. You have been warned.

Never Forget

2005-03-17T22:24:16-08:00

Author: whydoyouneedtoknow
Category: Harry Potter
Language: English, Rated: K+
Genres: Drama/General
Chapters: 1, Words: 706, Reviews: 46 Published: 3-17-05
Status: Complete

AU, one-shot, from the “Living with Danger” universe. Lily and James left Harry a letter in their Gringotts vault, to be opened when he was eleven, just in case. What would you write if you knew your son might be reading it after your death?

Alex's Story

2005-03-13T19:32:44-08:00

Author: whydoyouneedtoknow
Category: Harry Potter
Language: English, Rated: K+
Genres: Humor/Drama
Chapters: 1, Words: 2,432, Reviews: 40 Published: 3-13-05
Status: Complete

Yeah, it’s AU, and it’s a one-shot, and it’s all about “Living with Danger”... did you ever wonder about that first meeting in the park, the one that started it all? That took work, you know, it didn’t just happen... care to hear about it?

Gift of the Founders

2005-03-13T13:26:58-08:00

Author: whydoyouneedtoknow
Category: Harry Potter
Language: English, Rated: K+
Genres: General
Chapters: 1, Words: 1,379, Reviews: 30 Published: 3-13-05
Status: Complete

AU, one-shot. “Living with Danger” spoilers for the whole story. Remus examines the Pack-pendants and figures out what all the different carvings mean. Recommended reading before “Living without Danger”!

Living with Danger

2005-03-12T14:50:36-08:00

Author: whydoyouneedtoknow
Category: Harry Potter
Language: English, Rated: T
Genres: Drama/Humor
Chapters: 50, Words: 219,453, Reviews: 2471 Updated: 3-12-05 Published: 10-25-04
Status: Complete

AU, first in the main Dangerverse series, now complete. Lone wolf. Dream-seer. Bright child. Scarred child. Singer. Prisoner. Dancer child. Dragon child. Eight semi-ordinary people. One extraordinary family, and how they became one. Pre-Hogwarts story.

Letting Go

2005-03-06T07:50:16-08:00

Author: whydoyouneedtoknow
Category: Harry Potter
Language: English, Rated: T
Genres: Drama/Romance
Chapters: 1, Words: 2,768, Reviews: 34 Published: 3-6-05
Status: Complete

AU, one-shot. From the “Living with Danger” universe. December 24, 1990: Sirius and Aletha have a midnight conversation, Sirius makes a decision, and Aletha makes a discovery. LwD spoilers up to Chapter 47.

Trapped Like a Rat

2005-03-03T19:01:46-08:00

Author: whydoyouneedtoknow
Category: Harry Potter
Language: English, Rated: T
Genres: General/Drama
Chapters: 1, Words: 2,735, Reviews: 32 Published: 3-3-05
Status: Complete

AU, one-shot. From the "Living with Danger" universe. Peter Pettigrew's POV. The title should say it all. LwD spoilers up to Chapter 47.

A Chat with Severus

2005-01-19T18:03:09-08:00

Author: whydoyouneedtoknow
Category: Harry Potter
Language: English, Rated: K+
Genres: Drama/Humor
Chapters: 1, Words: 2,391, Reviews: 44 Published: 1-19-05
Status: Complete

AU, one-shot. Snape learns the truth about the Marauders, and discovers that truth always comes with a price. This price isn’t one he wanted to pay, but it’s too late now... “Living with Danger” spoilers up to Chapter 30.

July 4, 1987

2005-01-17T11:18:01-08:00

Author: whydoyouneedtoknow
Category: Harry Potter
Language: English, Rated: K+
Genres: Drama/Humor
Chapters: 1, Words: 1,830, Reviews: 29 Published: 1-17-05
Status: Complete

AU, one-shot. “Living with Danger” spoilers up to Chapter 30. Harry Potter and his siblings surprise their Pack-parents with foresighted preparations to leave their secret home, the Marauders’ Den, after its invasion by a hostile wizard.

April 1, 1987

2005-01-02T20:50:00-08:00

Author: whydoyouneedtoknow
Category: Harry Potter
Language: English, Rated: K+
Genres: Humor
Chapters: 1, Words: 3,506, Reviews: 46 Published: 1-2-05
Status: Complete

AU, one-shot. It’s April Fool’s Day, and Harry Potter and his siblings are finally old enough to prank on their own. The Marauders’ Den will never be the same. “Living with Danger” spoilers up to Chapter 30.

December 31, 1992

2004-12-11T22:08:06-08:00

Author: whydoyouneedtoknow
Category: Harry Potter
Language: English, Rated: K
Genres: General
Chapters: 1, Words: 1,394, Reviews: 33 Published: 12-11-04
Status: Complete

AU, one-shot. Harry Potter and his siblings ask one of their guardians to tell them a story. After all, you're never too old for a bedtime story. Set in the "Living with Danger" universe, but can be read alone. Used to be “Tell Us A Story”.