Keeroo92 posted a comment on Tuesday 22nd February 2011 1:45pm for Out of Africa

What happened with the Longbottoms? Did the potion work?
Interesting take on the lake challenge. I liked it!

zArkham4269 posted a comment on Sunday 23rd May 2010 11:04am for Out of Africa

Of all the fanfic I read, I think this chapter had to be the funniest. I love the by-play between H and Hr about the whole mounting and riding to victory!

The only problem I had was after the boggart, it felt wrong that HJ called her Granger and she responded with Potter instead of Harry.

Alex Mcpherson posted a comment on Thursday 26th February 2009 11:44pm for Out of Africa

halfway through this chapter, reading for 2nd time.

I highly suggest you (or any other reader here) never try to read stuff like this when someone pisses you off, especially during the Tantor bit - gives thoughts of buying real rhino for a demolition job. Not to mention, ruining the mood of the fic, -happened with a few others, i can't read them again (or continue the good ones that I stopped reading) because i always remember why i stopped reading when i go to read again.

JBern replied:

Hopefully, you can continue reading.   Hey, you know what!   You could also try reading my orginial short story collection.   Since it's a book, you'll have to read it at home and no one will kill the mood.   Details at www.jimbernheimer.com.

Alex Mcpherson posted a comment on Monday 23rd February 2009 12:54pm for Out of Africa

Brilliant Chapter!

Now a short thing for your book, Horror, Humor and Heroes:
I'm in the UK, and It's not on Amazon.co.uk, how'd I go about getting it?

JBern replied:

Thanks.   As for HHH, you'll have to see how much shipping from Amazon.com is.   It's probably more expensive, but they may still have the supersaver for international orders, but may require you to buy more than $25.  

I'll have a kindle version out soon and an e-book version in mid-April.

Quizer posted a comment on Sunday 22nd February 2009 9:34am for Out of Africa

Actually, the rhino thing was a great idea that makes this chapter that much more awesome. It was badass - I think it worked really well.

The reinterpretation of the lake task was a good one, and like you said, after all the shit that has already hit the fan in this tournament, nobody was going to agree to be a hostage in the lake anyway.

I also like the interaction with Hermione in this chapter. That section at the end where they banter while making it through the course was one of the most enjoyable parts of this chapter.

Keep going like this, you're doing a bang-up job here!


Quizer

JBern replied:

Glad you enjoyed it.   Next chapter coming in about 10 minutes...

warpwizard posted a comment on Saturday 21st February 2009 7:32pm for Out of Africa

Good stuff.

JBern replied:

Thanks!

Jim_xinu posted a comment on Saturday 21st February 2009 4:20pm for Out of Africa

Great chapter, excellent challenge. And nice to see that you can have a Hermione that's still a friend and useful. :-)

Bit mean to cliff-hang on the which Longbottom question and then not answer it, though.

JBern replied:

It will be answered in a few minutes.~Jim

DrT posted a comment on Saturday 21st February 2009 6:09am for Out of Africa

RE: your
'PS - Now for shameless promo time!'

Glad to order it. I'll be sure to let you know when my monograph on CP Snow comes out later this year ;-)

JBern replied:

Not sure what I'd do with one, but I'll be happy to take a look.   :-)

token posted a comment on Friday 20th February 2009 7:18pm for Out of Africa

Fantastic. Can't wait for the next chapter.

JBern replied:

It'll be up by next weekend.

PS - Now for shameless promo time!   I'm also pleased to announce that Horror, Humor, and Heroes is now on sale.   Visit www.jimbernheimer.com and you'll find the Amazon link right on the top of the homepage.

Addlcove posted a comment on Thursday 19th February 2009 3:50am for Out of Africa

another brilliant chapter that had me in stitches, keep up the good work

JBern replied:

Thank you.   Lie 20 is almost complete and should be ready by the middle of next week.  

Regards

Jim

PS - Now for shameless promo time!   I'm also pleased to announce that Horror, Humor, and Heroes is now on sale.   Visit www.jimbernheimer.com and you'll find the Amazon link right on the top of the homepage.

Lathena posted a comment on Tuesday 17th February 2009 10:12pm for Out of Africa

Your challenges are always fantastic. I liked the rhino and Hermione helping out. It's good to see HJ actually win a challenge.
Are we going to find out if he helped Frank or Alice and Neville's reactions anytime soon?

JBern replied:

Lie 20 will answer the Longbottom question.   Look for it by midweek.~Jim

PS - Now for shameless promo time!   I'm also pleased to announce that Horror, Humor, and Heroes is now on sale.   Visit www.jimbernheimer.com and you'll find the Amazon link right on the top of the homepage.

Evan Mayerle posted a comment on Tuesday 17th February 2009 2:27pm for Out of Africa

*Laughs* I love this chapter and the "fun" of this challenge. I rather like Harry's approach and, obviously, using a rhinoceros has its place as a tactic.

JBern replied:

I'm glad you liked it.   Thanks for this and all your previous reviews.~Jim

PS - Now for shameless promo time!   I'm also pleased to announce that Horror, Humor, and Heroes is now on sale.   Visit www.jimbernheimer.com and you'll find the Amazon link right on the top of the homepage.   Kindle version to be released soon.   E-book version in 6 weeks.

morriganscrow posted a comment on Tuesday 17th February 2009 1:44am for Out of Africa

Tantor/Treetor was excellent, as was the entirety of this chapter. All in all a much better task, and a clear challenge.

JBern replied:

Thank you for the compliments.   Next chapter within 7 days.~Jim

PS - Now for shameless promo time!   I'm also pleased to announce that Horror, Humor, and Heroes is now on sale.   Visit www.jimbernheimer.com and you'll find the Amazon link right on the top of the homepage.   Kindle version to be released soon.   E-book version in 6 weeks.

joeBob posted a comment on Monday 16th February 2009 11:44pm for Out of Africa

Gonna leave us hanging on that cliff? You bastard! ;-) Who got the elixir?

Other than that, excellent chapter. Loved the task, loved the dialog.

"Spackled the gargoyle's ass shut"?!
Bah, that stuff has no strength; one good fart and Mr. Winky breathes again!

You didn't say who Krum's hostage was, it was Ron, wasn't it? :)

Loved the gag with Hermione and the saddle.

JBern replied:

Well, it wasn't like the gargoyle's butt is functional.   I think it was more the point of it.   Chapter 20 will answer the Longbottom question and it's coming soon.~Jim

PS - Now for shameless promo time!   I'm also pleased to announce that Horror, Humor, and Heroes is now on sale.   Visit www.jimbernheimer.com and you'll find the Amazon link right on the top of the homepage.   Kindle version to be released soon.   E-book version in 6 weeks.

WorldOfLilyEvans posted a comment on Monday 16th February 2009 8:55pm for Out of Africa

We still don't know who Harry chose to save with the elixir. That's evil! Nonetheless, this was still a brilliant chapter, I want to play a game of Donkey Kong, now!

-xxx- Malou

JBern replied:

Chapter 20 will answer that question.~Jim

PS - Now for shameless promo time!   I'm also pleased to announce that Horror, Humor, and Heroes is now on sale.   Visit www.jimbernheimer.com and you'll find the Amazon link right on the top of the homepage.

Jay-F posted a comment on Monday 16th February 2009 6:44pm for Out of Africa

Loved Hermione here. Will be good fun to see the other champions respond to Harry's rhino charge victory. The potion bit and the advantage of haveing two magical cores was interesting as well, i hope Fleur finishes second to demonstrate how much of a difference that would make.
Thanks for writing,
Jay

JBern replied:

Fleur does finish 2nd.   Next chapter coming shortly.

PS - Now for shameless promo time!   I'm also pleased to announce that Horror, Humor, and Heroes is now on sale.   Visit www.jimbernheimer.com and you'll find the Amazon link right on the top of the homepage.

Minerva Granger posted a comment on Monday 16th February 2009 3:00pm for Out of Africa

Yeah! Perfect! I loved it, well done. Who got the potion?

JBern replied:

Find out next chapter - next weekend.

PS - Now for shameless promo time!   I'm also pleased to announce that Horror, Humor, and Heroes is now on sale.   Visit www.jimbernheimer.com and you'll find the Amazon link right on the top of the homepage.

Banner posted a comment on Monday 16th February 2009 2:51pm for Out of Africa

That was brilliant. From the Task to the characterizations to Harry's performance, this was perfect.

JBern replied:

Thank you for this and your other reviews.   Next chapter by next weekend.

PS - Now for shameless promo time!   I'm also pleased to announce that Horror, Humor, and Heroes is now on sale.   Visit www.jimbernheimer.com and you'll find the Amazon link right on the top of the homepage.

Kronkk posted a comment on Monday 16th February 2009 12:50pm for Out of Africa

Awesome chapter! This fic is so satisfying in the complex and unique ways you find to use magic, but that seems to be your hallmark, J. Thanks for the superb update!

JBern replied:

Thank you for the compliments.   Glad you enjoyed it.

PS - Now for shameless promo time!   I'm also pleased to announce that Horror, Humor, and Heroes is now on sale.   Visit www.jimbernheimer.com and you'll find the Amazon link right on the top of the homepage.

Meteoricshipyards posted a comment on Monday 16th February 2009 8:54am for Out of Africa

Wow! Thanks for the mention!

Great chapter. Yes, this was much more exciting than the regular water event. But excitement is what we've come to expect from your stories.

Hermione's comments and help were great; very in character for the brightest witch. HJ does have a tendency to brute force his way through.

Punching "Voldemort." Preview to something we'll see at the end?

Thanks for the story. Excellent as usual.

(Did notice one "you're" that should have been "your".)

Tom A.

JBern replied:

Was happy to mention you.   Hope your story got some increased traffic out of it.

I've got another chapter almost ready.   It'll be out soon.

PS - Now for shameless promo time!   I'm also pleased to announce that Horror, Humor, and Heroes is now on sale.   Visit www.jimbernheimer.com and you'll find the Amazon link right on the top of the homepage.