Abstract & Author's Note

Leonor suffers far away from Hogsmeade and Hogwarts searching a new life without knowing what the unhappy heart desires the most. In the end, the witch befriends a wizard who never attracted her before. Sense returns when Leonor meets somebody from the childhood. Soon enough the way forward is clear, and Leonor finds the way back to England meeting fate.

Leonor and Severus long for true love but fight against the mutual desire until there's no other choice than walking the rough path of life together. Will Leonor get what she's looking for? Is Severus going to use Leonor in exchange for Lily or will he be able to start a new life? Comes Trelawney's prophecy true or will Severus and Leonor suffer from their past until they die?

I recommend reading the prequel of the book first! If you are not interested in a bit of back story with the original characters, then start reading at chapter 7 or 8 only. Book 2 is from my point of view the better one and it brings the intimate scenes you are waiting for.

"Dream & Shadow" starts at HP/Book 3 and continues to August 1995.

"Shadow & Love" starts in May 1996 and continues to the end of the Second Wizarding War and beyond!

***SS x OC fanfiction***

Dear Readers,

All Harry Potter characters belong to J.K. Rowling. They are not mine. Nevertheless, the story and all other original characters are my invention. I hope you enjoy reading. My intention is to fit Leonor Scott as much as possible into canon as if J.K. Rowling just forgot to tell about Leonor and Severus. I'm cautioning against spoilers! The story after HP/Book 7 is based on my own idea about the time after the Second Wizarding War.

I'll appreciate if you leave a comment or vote, follow my profile or put the story to one of your reading lists. All constructive critics are welcome. English is not my first language. Therefore, please be patient with me.

Enjoy and keep me posted for anything you (dis)like!

- Yours DarkSunX

I first published the story under the name "A Long Way – Hope Passion Love Live" but I found the title far too long.