Hermione returns to Hogwarts for her Seventh Year. Even though she is greeted by familiar faces, she considers applying for the Study Abroad program.

Hermione makes a request of her new Head of House, Professor Sinistra, after an awkward conversation with Ron.

Hermione is shocked - as she begins her term at Durmstrang, she is assigned remedial lessons and is placed in the same house as Draco Malfoy.  

“Draco Malfoy, I will tolerate your presence here, and I will even lower my expectations to allow you to help me, but if you think you’re going to call me a Mudblood and leave this pitch in one piece, you are sadly mistaken.”

Hermione and Draco bond over the Deathly Hallows and Draco’s remorse.

Hermione is surprised by Draco’s sleuthing skills, and reveals one of her own secrets to him.

Hermione stumbles upon the meaning of ‘The Rule of the Duel’ after digging for information. 

Hermione contemplates her status as a Mudblood, and what it means. Halvard offers an interesting revelation.

On the heels of productive trip to the library, Hermione encounters an old friend and receives some important news.

Hermione reunites with her friends at the Burrow, and has more than one uncomfortable conversation. 

Hermione meets Draco’s mother, and the trio discuss current events over tea.

Hermione is joined at Durmstrang the Hogwarts delegation, and reunites with fellow DA members. A few Slytherins have joined the delegation as well, much to her chagrin.

Draco and Hermione attend the Durmstrang holiday ball, where Draco receives a warning

After enjoying Draco's company at the Ball, Hermione finally gets the opportunity to sit down with Aurora Zabini at the Durmstrang Greenhouse.

Hermione takes a chance after Draco returns to the Potion's dorms and contemplates how Harry would handle the situation. 

Hermione and an unlikely ally discover where Draco has gone. Hermione sends her own warning.