The Poisoned Scar

moreEscaping Malfoy Manor was supposed to be salvation, but for Hermione Granger it was the start of a new nightmare. Bellatrix Lestrange left on her not merely a scar but a dark brand — a slow-acting curse turning her into a beacon for the Death Eaters. While Ron is torn between jealousy and guilt, Harry becomes Hermione's only anchor. In their desperate search for a cure they set even the Horcrux hunt aside and realise their friendship is becoming something more. Can they sever the dark bond before the shadow of betrayal swallows them all?