#180 in Fanfiction || #1 in Hermione || In the language of literature, there exists a seemingly-concrete, antonymous relationship between good and evil, light and dark, hero and monster. And yet, we often disregard the transition from one to another, in which the 'bad guy' becomes 'good.' Perhaps it was the cruel mistreatment of Tom Marvolo Riddle as a child, or maybe it was the bloodline of Slytherin's heir himself that made the boy into the 'monster' who cannot be named. Or, perhaps it was simply because he did not know that his heart would beat in such a frenzy, that his cheeks would redden like a crimson rose, and that his normally-calm facade would melt under the simple gaze of the time-travelling heroine. If I were to bet, I'd say it's the latter. But it matters not why Voldemort could not love, for this is not a story about Voldemort. This is the story of Tom Marvolo Riddle, and how he came into direct conflict and company with the 'brightest witch of her age' ... fifty-years ahead. This is the story of love's recognition, in which the force does not suddenly develop between two people, but a poignant emotion, different for each individual, is uniquely described to be 'love.' Maybe Tom Riddle never loved, much like that of Voldemort. However, as one chooses to stubbornly believe, love existed for Tom Marvolo Riddle as long as he chose to believe that he loved Hermione Jean Granger. ////// NO TRANSLATIONS ARE BEING ALLOWED AT THIS TIME DISCLAIMER: I do not own any of the characters detailed in this book, nor any of the quotations and plot taken from "Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows." They belong to J.K. Rowling and Warner Brothers. I do not own the individual graphics in the cover, although I do own the composition/compilation of the cover. The media I post belongs to its owners. \\\\\\

Arabella Travers and Tom Riddle have never been remotely civil with one another, even though her twin brother Nikolai is one of his so-called friends. As their fifth year at Hogwarts unfolds, so does the drama, the mystery, and the descent into Darkness... Can Arabella save herself and everyone else from the clutches of Darkness, or will it overpower them all? ✧ ✧ ✧ Highest Ranking: #442 in Fanfiction (21.07.2016) Part of @Fanfic's 'Harry Potter Fanfiction & Fic Recs' Reading List Cover by @durmsteiger

"She was disgustingly humble; an oddity in Tom's arrogant mind." This is a story about the life of Tom Marvolo Riddle from the orphanage to right before the first Wizarding War but with a twist. There was a girl who was humble, beautiful, and intelligent who cared for Tom Riddle in a way he had never experienced before. It was not necessarily love, but something close to it. Still, Tom Riddle despised her and hated how selfless she was. It caused people to use and hurt her, whether he cared for her well-being or simply thought her ridiculous for not standing up for herself? We may never know. There may have been a time when Tom Riddle did find himself caring for the girl, but something happened due to an untimely event. This event would lead him to go on a killing rampage. Because of these uncountable murders of both wizards and muggles, the first Wizarding War broke out only to end on October 31, 1981, along with what was thought to be the last of Lord Voldemort. • What other readers think about this story: "Omg I've only read the description and I'm already obsessed!" ~Maria120_ "This is very random, but i really love your writing style, it flows smoothly and is really easy to read." ~hoodace "This is beautiful." ~ MetaphoricallyEm • All characters and settings belong to J.K Rowling except for additional (obvious) things. This is strictly fanfiction. Book Cover Photography Credit: "Grey Tulle Wedding Dress" Photographer: Joanne Fleming Design Model: Unknown

"From a very young age he realized it was good to have someone to vouch for you, to believe you were good - especially if you enjoyed doing bad things." Tom Riddle couldn't love. There was no changing that, but was it possible for someone to love a boy as twisted as Tom? Gwyn Phi loved Tom Riddle all her life, from infants in one crib to the day he left for Hogwarts and never truly came back. From Wools Orphanage to the Battle of Hogwarts, Gwyn and Tom's relationship set an unimaginable story in motion, touching lives across decades. One Muggle girl can't change Tom Riddle - but he sure did change her. A NOTE: This book was started before "The Cursed Child", and will continue as I had planned it before the play came out. I have read the story, and if you have, please refrain from posting ANYTHING that may spoil it for others. Thank you in advance, and please enjoy! (July 31, 2016) Cover by @julietsgf Disclaimer: certain dialogue and plot is from J.K Rowling's original series. I do not own Harry Potter, its characters, or any dialogue I have borrowed, simply used it for creative growth.

Azalea glared at the smug man in front of her. "So, why have you suddenly decided to start barking orders at me?" she asked icily. "I have a task for you," Tom replied, his observant gaze sweeping over Azalea. "A task?" she inquired with a raised eyebrow. "Sounds dreadfully boring."

Addie Robins is a no-good rule-breaker, lover of chaos, and a pain in the broomstick. Kicked out of the prestigious school of Durmstrang, she is looking forward for a fresh start in Hogwarts. But that was before she met Tom Riddle. Handsome, cunning, and ruthless, his existence intrigues the royal prankster, who wants to delve into his life. Only one problem to the plan-- when the Heir of Slytherin and the most eligible prankster come together, it is clear that both of them want to triumph.

❝Two roads diverged in a wood, and I - I took the one less traveled by, and that has made all the difference.❞ @ 2018 aurora | all rights reserved

Tom Marvolo Riddle did love once. Only once. Follow my twisting tale of a life as it happened. Starting from day one. (Completed)

"she was the type of person who'd explain how she was going to stab you in the front before she actually shoved the knife in... and you'd let her. she'd probably even pass the knife to you so you can shove it in your own chest...and you would." tom riddle was in line to dance with the devil and evelyn maeve was happy to give him the chance.

Everyone knows how the story of Harry Potter ends. He destroyed the horcruxes, won the duel, and Voldemort was nothing more than a body laying on the ground. But in their excitement from winning, nobody noticed something strange happen. Except for one girl. What happens when Tom Riddle is 17 again and has to rely on this girl to guide him through a new life? Perhaps Ava Merin can show Tom how to truly live. And perhaps Tom can learn how to turn away from the darkness that always tempted him. "You have brought out the best in each other. Don't let that go." - Gwen Merin Highest Rank: #3 in Tom Riddle, #1 in Voldemort *There will be adult themes in future chapters*