Tea and No Sympathy
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Tea and No Sympathy

by who_la_hoop

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CHAPTERS

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RATING

4.8

Summary

It's Potter's fault, of course, that Draco finds himself trapped in the same twenty-four-hour period, repeating itself over and over again. It's been nearly a year since the unpleasant business at Hogwarts, and Draco's getting on with his life quite nicely, thank you, until Harry sodding Potter steps in and ruins it all, just like always. At first, though, the time loop seems liberating. For the first time in his life, he can do anything, say anything, be anything, without consequence. But the more Draco repeats the day, the more he realises the uncomfortable truth: he's falling head over heels for the speccy git. And suddenly, the time loop feels like a trap. For how can he ever get Harry to love him back when time is, quite literally, against him?

Reader Reviews

Fandombiscuits

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This is, by far, one of the greatest fics I have ever stumbled upon. VERY well done. You have captured everyone to perfection, and the post-war Potterverse is exactly how it should be. Thank you for writing and sharing. This will be a favorite of mine forever.

MTC

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That was a great start, the plot is original and lovely. :) I'm totally picturing the Malfoys throwing pro Muggle events and telling everyone they've helped during the war. And of course Harry wouldn't think twice about the polite thing to do and leave middle speech :D I'm off to read the second chapter!

Chapter 1

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Loved this opening - Harry walking out and Draco having to deal with every small humiliation were so gripping and dramatic. This chapter pulls you in right from the start.

Chys

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I love this fic, well done!

animarune

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Okay so I came for the groundhog loop and I'm staying for it too but oh my god fuck yes political intrigue bring it oooon hahaha

Chapter 1

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Ya done goof draco

Book7BrokeMyBrain

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I love how you have carefully set out the rules of this predicament - carefully explaining that Draco has turned back all time, and not just himself with the turner. Fascinating. And I'm very afraid for him. *side-eyes the wonky Time Turner*I love the tone of this post-war world - very strained - and the Malfoys' refusal to stay down.What a great start.

StacPolly

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Loved this story. So well written, and really quite heart-breaking to see Draco try over and over again.

YoSafBridge (sMaturin)

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Straight up genius! You really made the premise work. Thanks for such a fun read!

Marygami12

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So I just want to say that this is one of my favorite Drarry fics. It's amazing.

cormoranth

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This is really good! I've only read the first chapter, but I'm very excited for the rest. I love the premise and you write both Draco and the post-war wizardring world well.

alizarincrims0n

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This was just love. Perfect. Wonderful. Amazing! Reminded me of the movie groundhog day haha. Seriously you're talented and I love you.

blood_doll_aishiteru

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He just got himself stuck into a paradox didn't he?

barmy_bunk

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This was so fun to read! Like, I was initially skeptical, because Draco is just such a genuine dick all the time, but he learns and grows and it was just a pleasure to see. Loved it.

Banner (FireflyBanner)

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That was riveting. I loved it from beginning to its wonderfully satisfying end. Thank you.

Karaz

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Raining and blah outside. It's a great day to curl up w good fic. I haven't read an H/D in about 4 1/2 years but I stumbled upon this in someone else's bookmarks. I could not pass up this trope and then realized that I've actually found it on Draco's bday. This feels like divine intervention. Lol.

hobbes1234

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my fav draco/harry fic, thank you :D

SainaTsukino

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That was an amazing story, and I couldn't have wished for story more perfect to be my first draco/harry fic. Thank you for a good read!

turbulenthandholding

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Love this concept and am enjoying this a lot so far!! Thank you!!

Cloverdrop

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So l pulled an all nighter and read everything. I can honestly say this is one of my favourite Drarry fanfics. I'd just like to angst at the fact that you did the thing where the end of the book is a question mark. DID HE REMEMBER OR NOT WHY ARE YOU SMILING HARRY NO.Honestly it's a perfect end but I'm THAT person. The one who doesn't like being unsure and would like all the questions answered.I loved this concept. My favourite type of HP fix is whenot magic messes up somehow and it puts the characters in a unique position. For example when their hand's are accidentally stuck together somehow.You've exceeded expectations because for once no one felt OOC all and that makes me the happiest person alive. I liked the idea of Draco tinkering with objects and wanting to continue that. Thank you for sharing this story. :)

fruityflies2009

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i have to tell you, ive read this fic at least 3 times. its a go to reread. great job.

Fangholder

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Nice work! ;)

hogwartsaheadcanon

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I'm going to love this, I just know it. Draco's brilliantly characterised—bitter and spiteful (though rather amusing anyway), but you can feel the space and edges where genuine redemption is just waiting to grow. I love it.

Chapter 1

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This was a lovely start! I especially love the parallels you've put in - during Dracos first travel, the relief makes him sag and lean against the dining table; in his second travel he does the same but in shock. Very clever!

Traducción Lagrimas del Fenix (Meliza_Malfoy)

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Hello I read your story and I would like your permission to translate it into Spanish, we are a group of translation, and we would be glad to translate their stories in our language...I await your response.

Chapter 1

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Wow.I'm flashedThis was so great, Awesome idea and I just loved the end! Just one thing, sometimes I felt like Draco should have cryed and then he didn't. I don't know if u did that on purpose or it's just me :D

Chapter 1

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Such an interesting plot! Beautifully written! :)

Lienchen1150

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Loved it :)

Chapter 1

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I have never been so lucky as to pick the most perfect fanfic to read on vacation.

Chapter 1

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I was looking for something to read and stumbled on your story again. I read the synopsis then the title and I smiled and I thought to myself "ah! I love this fic! It's a good one". It will forever remain in the memory of fics that were so memorable to me.

texttospeechoutfit

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Hello I am looking for permission to podcast ur work. I have a bunch up so u can take a look see at what I am planning on doing with your work. I am using a speech to work program with the British voice Amy. I personally listen to all my fanfiction that way lately, so I thought I would spread my love.If possible I would appreciate blanket permission for all your work but that's up to you. Thank u for taking the time to consider this. Have a great day 

Ann_Marie

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God how much I loved it and how much I hate you for making my poor baby Draco suffer.

Chapter 1

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I just want you to know that despite it being 7:36am, despite having read this story over five times already, despite having a slew of work to do for my thesis— I am tucking in this morning to read your amazing story once again because it makes me so friggin happy. That is all. ::cries happy tears::Thank you.

Toklover

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Great intro

suddeshna

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This is amazing, is anyone doing a podfic on this? Because I can just hear Draco. I’m new at Ao3, and if you don’t mind, I would like to work on it.

Uhtceare

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Fuckkkkk I’ve never read a story that has made me laugh as much as this one. Thanks for making my day.

Atelerix

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I really felt for Draco at the beginning. Public speaking is the worst. The premise of this story is so interesting and I can't wait to see what Draco does with the day when he realizes that he can do anything.

roobischai

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This was so lovely. Anything to do with time always gets me and this hits every emotion and all the buttons. Very thoughtful and great character portrayal loved loved loved it. Was so happy for Draco and relieved i cried lol

vino_and_doggos

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HARRY POTTER GROUNDHOG DAY AU!! The best thing I never knew I needed. This is gonna be good, I can tell.

sundowne

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I made an account just so I could comment on this work. I couldn’t put it down I loved it so much. Wonderfully written and beautiful ending that made me gasp.

Aloninka

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That was so beautiful! Draco was learning so many things and always feeling hopeful for the future and the time fix. Harry was so nice and casually cool, Ron was such a good and protective friend, Hermione a genius, mindful of people's emotions. Dracos mother so pure! She really loves her son! And dracos relationship with his father was fascinating.Mcgonagle and hagrid are great, and pip is so valid. I want to ride Buckbeak too!Overall every one were great, the pacing of the story and the twists made me not wanna stop reading, and the plot is fresh and new! Loved it ❤

hiimcibee

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i was getting such a strong stage fright while reading the lead up to Draco's speech that I had to stop a few times to calm myself, god, i hate being on stage

andheaventoo

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I love this premise! The Groundhog's day conceit actually makes logical sense -- Draco making his own time turner likely WOULD result in a malfunction!!! love it.

Chapter 1

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IS MAGIC EXPOSED?!!!!

RunSquidling

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Oh man this is such a good premise, I'm so excited to see how this plays out!

Browneyesandhair

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This is so interesting. Great chapter!

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Chapter 1

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Oooof I can’t wait to see malfoy go mad from having to repeat time for a near eternity. I hope he does something ridiculous- like smooch potter in front of the public, his father, and god.

gavran

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I love a good Groundhog Day time-loop!

valkyrite

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ooooooooooooooooooooooooooohhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh i feel like imma love this