Lyra Hawthorne has never truly felt like she belonged-until Hogwarts became her home. A year older than Fred and George Weasley, she's their quiet but mischievous best friend, always ready for their next prank. During her sixth year, she befriends a lonely black dog, never realizing he's hiding a life-changing secret. As the wizarding world descends into darkness, Lyra will discover that family isn't always blood, love is worth waiting for, and sometimes home is found in the most unexpected people. A Sirius Black × Original Character slow-burn fanfic spanning from Prisoner of Azkaban to Deathly Hallows.

This story follows Alice, a pure-blooded witch, through her years at Hogwarts, where friendships are formed, secrets are uncovered and shared. Choices are made that will shape the witch she becomes.