Hello, and welcome to Book One: Of Thorns and Roses. + 

This is, admittedly, my first story ever—a somewhat terrifying thought, even as I type it. I’ve poured everything I have into the content and visuals, and I truly hope you love it. I’ve devoured countless Draco fanfics, and my goal with this one was to steer clear of the predictable tropes. As a result, you’ll find plenty of twists and turns, along with a healthy dose of romance… and, well, a little more than that. + 

The story is told from Grier’s perspective. She’s arriving at Hogwarts for her sixth year—a transfer student from Ilvermorny, the American wizarding school. That’s all I’ll say for now, I don’t want to give too much away! + 

A word of warning: this is a slow burn, though it *does* heat up considerably. Once things start moving, they really move. Expect strong language, mature content (smut included), and moments of violence. + 

I plan to update frequently, so I hope you enjoy the journey. Please feel free to leave feedback, share ideas, or simply share your thoughts. Recommendations, votes, and comments are always welcome! + 

I promise—truly—this book is worth your time. + 

Everything here that isn’t directly from J.K. Rowling’s *Harry Potter* series is entirely my own creation. + 

And if you're looking for a community, I've just created Hogwarts-Community. We're still building it, but we're hiring! + 

I'm also currently working on *Of Iron & Gold*, so get ready for… well, some crazy stuff. + 