Returning at Last

[amberavalon]

I never intended to be away for two weeks, but I've accomplished much in my absence, including spending some quality time with A, finishing Harry aloud with him, and working on the yard and house some more. Jen has indeed banished the "Anal Twat" from her life for good (it seems), so she has been craving loads more attention from friends, which has

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OoTP

[katkim]

I'm faintly disappointed with the book myself. I think it adds interesting layers to what we already know, but as a story in itself I don't think it worked. And technically, I think it could have done with a better edit. So many pages that just made me feel they were in there just because JK wrote it, rather than for the good of the book.

But I'm so glad wasn't Ron or Lupin that I ended up fairly happy with the ending. Like you, my relief eclipsed Sirius death somewhat :(

I really liked James Potter's development, and Harry's reaction. Probably a stand out moment for me, and also Neville just rocks! I ::heart:: Neville.

So glad you're back!! *hugs*

Re: OoTP

[amberavalon]

((Hugs))

Ron is probably my favorite student character. Early on in the book, when Mrs. Weasley first saw the boggart as Ron... I was horrified.
Before I even opened the book, I was so very sure it was going to be Hagrid, so I definitely experienced some surprise.

I guess I just love reading Harry so much, that I cherished every word. I'm sure there could have been some editing, it's true... but I guess I'm glad to have every word *grin*

Re: OoTP

[katkim]

Oh, my gosh, my heart nearly stopped beating when I got to the Boggart part. I was ready to scream and kick things in a blind panic. Ron is my favourite character if you haven't guessed *g*

Hmm, I have to admit, Hagrid never entered my mind until Harry got to Hogwarts and Hagrid was missing. I really thought it was going to be Ron, with a slight inkling that it might be Draco. And desperately hoping it wasn't going to be either.