If you’re a romance reader like I am, I think that you will appreciate the many fanfics written by LovesBitca8 (aka Julie Soto). She primarily writes Hermione/Draco fic in the Harry Potter fandom. Her massive multichapter, multific series is the Rights and Wrongs Universe and I highly recommend these three fics and to read them in order. While you could read them in any order, the mystery within Part 1 will be spoiled by reading Part 2, and the backstory and motivation of Draco in the alternate universe (Part 3) will make much more sense when you’ve read the flashbacks from his POV from Part 2.
Part 1: The Right Thing to Do
Post-Deathly Hallows, Hermione POV. Draco is on trial for possible release from Azkaban. Hermione speaks on his behalf, mostly because it’s “the right thing to do” and partly because she’s harboring a crush on him from when she was in school. He gets released and starts interacting with Hermione at her weekend job at a bookstore. She’s flustered. Is he flirting with her? Why is his mom being so nice to her? Why does his dad want her to take random etiquette lessons? The story is essentially a rom-com full of pining and messy communication. Must read to prepare yourself for the third and most fulfilling story of the series (The Auction).
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Part 2: All the Wrong Things
It’s the same basic plot as The Right Thing To Do, from Draco’s POV. How does he really feel about Hermione? What’s going through his mind when he talks to her at the bookstore? Also, flashbacks from Draco about their Hogwarts days and how he dealt with Voldemort living in Malfoy Manor. Must read before the third story; the flashbacks are essential to understand Draco’s motivations in The Auction.
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Part 3: The Auction
Third installment of the Rights and Wrongs series, Hermione’s POV. Alternate universe. Voldemort kills Harry at the Battle of Hogwarts. Death Eaters round up enemies to be auctioned off. Hermione ends up in the possession of Draco. She doesn’t know why she is in a bedroom suite with a closet of clothes in her size and bookshelves with her favorite books. Why is she here? Why did Draco acquire her? Who is going to defeat Voldemort now that Harry is dead? (Yes, Harry is really dead) There is still a villain to be defeated in this story and a relationship to develop between Draco and Hermione, despite the circumstances. Huge epic beautifully written amazingness. Seriously.
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Other Fanfics
Julie has also posted several one-shots that are generally on the fluffy side but can definitely bring a smile to your face. Usually around December, there will be a fluffy (or steamy) one-shot to satisfy you. My favorite of the bunch is Ribbons Down Her Back, which is a multi-year Christmas tale. Ugh, the pining in this one is great.
Traditionally Published Novel Coming Soon
Julie is another fanfic turned traditionally published author that I’m totally excited for. Knowing that I’ve previously enjoyed her writing, I’m super excited to read her upcoming work. Her debut contemporary romance novel, Forget Me Not, will be released in July 2023. Pre-order via Amazon or Bookshop.org.
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