A very interesting idea. I think I've only come across two others like it.
Vernon's attitude doesn't surprise me a single bit. He's as bigoted as Lucius Malfoy. more than that, he's a hild abuser, and should never have been given custody of any child.
Petunia's death was a sad reminder that we are all mortal, though until chapter three, I wondered what happened to Dudley. It was really nice the learn they had begin to make inroads into salving their relationship.
The tail is a really nice 'gift'. It should serve as a reminder to Vernon, that Harry is no longer the shy and easily intimidated child he once was.
Being a Harry/Hermione shipper I cannot help liking the pairing. I think she's good for him. On the other hand please don't fall into the trap most authors do that men are incapable of raising a girl-child. I am a widowed dad, and have been successfully raising my, now fourteen year old daughter, since she was nineteen months.
I have placed this on my alerts list ad hope to read more soon.
Alorkin
Author's response
I think I've done a fairly good job on that last point so far, and will strive to maintain it, but please bear in mind that I am only sixteen years old with absolutely no child-rearing skills.
I look forward to more of your reviews.