If He Lived (Harry Potter FanFiction)
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Ongoing, First published Jul 13, 2020
Mature
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October 31st, 1981 was a terrible day for the Potter family and those they held close. Voldemort found James and Lily Potter and planned to kill the family. And in one universe he killed both James and Lily and only Harry survived. But what if James didn't die? What would have changed if he survived the attack that night? What would it mean for Harry?

A story where James Potter lives and is able to give Harry the life he desperately wanted and deserved. 


This is also published on AO3 under the same name! (Under Editing starting September 14th, 2021)
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The New generation of Marauders by MarleeBee92
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