AU Harry is abused by the Dursleys. he hopes to be able to save himself somewhat through the use of potions since underage magic isn't allowed, so starting 4th year he will try much harder to get good at potions. Will Snape help or sabotage him? Set after PoA - Snape as mentor - no slash - Abusive Dursleys - No triwizard tournament

Harry Potter and Severus Snape have never been particularly close, but that changes his sixth year after Professor Slughorn's Christmas party. Now, on the cusp of his Horcrux hunt, these two cannot seem to stay away from one another. While the fate of the Wizarding World rests in Harry's hands, knowing he must vanquish Voldemort, Harry cannot get his Potions Professor from his mind