❝ You can't go back and change the beginning, but you can start where you are and change the ending.❞ Tegwen Gittins nearly always stuck to the advice of minding her own business, but the one time she didn't, it nearly cost her life. A freshly made prefect, Tegwen was only making her nightly rounds through the castle when she catches her fellow peers, Newt Scamander and Leta Lestrange out of bed long past curfew. Curious as to what they were up to, she intrudes on their midnight plans and sets the two into a panic. What happened next was only said to be an accident and yet to Tegwen, it was a moment that changed everything. Years later, Tegwen is established with her own career and happily living in New York City. Deep down, there is still a sense of bitterness and anger she holds over the incident in Hogwarts, but it's something only a few people know about and she rather keep it that way. She believes she has everything going for her with her life finally in proper order when suddenly, Newt Scamander blows into town. It's been quite some time since the two have seen each other face to face and it is not a happy reunion, especially on Tegwen's behalf. Old wounds are reopened, but this time, there is hope that they can be healed. [Book One] [FBAWTFT]

(Book Two) Tegwen Gittins has dodged Death on more occasions that she can count on both hands. Her time in New York City only added to the count but it allowed the woman to heal as she came face to face with an old classmate, Newt Scamander. Old wounds were reopened but were able to begin healing properly as she was able to confront a large part of her past. Returning home, Tegwen is trying to get her life back in order. Living with her fathers until she is ready to get back to work, Tegwen is enjoying the quiet life, allowing Freudrick the Hungry Plant to settle in the gardens, when a familiar face shows up one afternoon. Newt Scamander is back after finishing up his manuscript and he comes with a request. A request for Tegwen to join him on another adventure with an offer she can't refuse.

(Book Three) "There are no winners of war, only survivors." Tegwen Gittins would have never imagined that in just a short period of time, her life would turn from simple and mundane to one adventure after another. After being reunited with Newt Scamander in New York City, Tegwen finds herself embracing a new outlook on life. No longer held back by the events of her past, she is only looking forward to a future with Newt at her side, but the past isn't through with either of them. In the midst of celebrating Newt's first published book, Tegwen finds herself faced with Leta Lestrange, the woman who ruined her childhood. The tension only builds when it is announced that she is engaged to Newt's older brother, Theseus. And just when it seems like nothing more can add to the drama, news of Grindelwald's escape emerges sending the Wizarding World into a spiraling panic. Suddenly, Newt and Tegwen are banned from international travel, putting future plans on hold, and they have no choice but to involve themselves in the unfolding events. However, even after being reunited with old friends, is it enough to escape the dangers ahead? The Wizarding World is becoming divided and everyone must choose a side.

Judith Wagner didn't want to talk to the dead, but the dead didn't really give her a say in the matter.

Warning: If you haven't read the Tightly Knit Series, read the other books first before continuing on or read at your own risk! Clara Easton had a more than decent life before the start of the Second Wizarding War. Upon her first year she was sorted into Hufflepuff, made friends and enjoyed her schooling for the first few years. She was kind soul and described as beautiful by her peers . She lived up to traits of her house dedicating herself to working hard and remaining loyal to those she loved, especially when the Battle of Hogwarts arrived. She, along with hundreds of other students remained at the castle to defend their school and secondary home against the Dark Lord and his followers. During the battle, Clara fought bravely, but it wasn't enough to save her from the damaging scars she received from a werewolf attack. She was thankful to survive the attack, but it left her with scars that she could not hide from her peers. At first, she wanted to hide herself from the world, but the need to complete her education brings her back to Hogwarts once more where she ends up seeing a person she least expected to return. Draco's seventh year didn't go exactly how he envisioned it would, with the responsibilities of a Death Eater looming over his head, Draco felt like he never got to experience his seventh year properly. He returns to Hogwarts, fully aware that his previous actions have left him with a tarnished reputation that he is certain he cannot recover from. At least not without a little help and the last place he thought he would find help would be from a Hufflepuff. Slowly, the two students realize that second chances are not given to make things right. But are given to prove that one can be better even after they fall. *Part of the Tightly Knit series*