Another option is Wattpad. There are many users on Wattpad who write fanfictions. Just use the search bar and type in the relevant keywords. However, the quality might vary, so you may need to do some sorting through the results.
One possible theme could be redemption. Snape, who has a complex past, might see Hermione as a way to redeem himself. Maybe he realizes her intelligence and potential and wants to guide her in a different way than he does with other students.
Yes, there are. You can find them on various fanfiction websites. One interesting aspect in these stories could be how they overcome the age gap and the initial animosity Snape had towards Hermione in the original series. It often involves character development for both of them.
Hermione could start by showing her genuine intentions. For example, she could offer to help Snape with his potions research without asking for anything in return. Since Snape is passionate about potions, this might pique his interest and make him less resistant.
In the context of fanfiction, it could be a very interesting character study. Hermione is known for her strong will, so seeing her in a situation where she has to do whatever Snape wants could show a different side of her. It might also give more depth to Snape's character, as we see how he interacts with Hermione in this unorthodox situation.
In a fanfiction, Snape might want to help Hermione when she is wrongly accused of stealing powerful magical artifacts. Snape, knowing her character, decides to use his skills as a Potions master and his knowledge of the castle's secrets to find the real culprit and clear Hermione's name. He could be motivated by his new - found respect for her intelligence and her Muggle - born status which he has come to understand better over time.
One common theme is redemption. Snape, with his complex past, might find redemption through his relationship with Hermione. Another is the breaking of stereotypes. Hermione is a Muggle - born and Snape has his own prejudices which are overcome.
One common theme is the power imbalance. Snape is a powerful and often intimidating figure, and Hermione is a brilliant but still young witch. The fanfictions often play on this dynamic, exploring how power can be both alluring and dangerous in a relationship.
A storyline could be that Snape needs Hermione's help to uncover a long - hidden secret in Hogwarts. Since she's so intelligent and resourceful, he enlists her help, and she has to follow his every instruction to get to the bottom of it.
A plot could be that Snape is suffering from some sort of post - war trauma that no one else seems to notice. Hermione, being the observant and empathetic person she is, decides to help him. She tries different methods like introducing him to Muggle therapies she has read about, or using calming spells and potions she creates herself. As she helps him, Snape begins to open up about his past, his feelings for Lily, and his experiences during the war, which in turn helps Hermione understand him better.
Their relationship could start off very tentatively. Snape would be his usual gruff self, but Hermione would notice his small acts of help. As time goes on, she might start to trust him more and they could develop a sort of mentor - mentee relationship, with Snape passing on some of his more esoteric knowledge of magic to Hermione.