Reprise

Anyone who's trying to maintain a minimum level of interest in Harry Potter until the next book comes out - which feels like it won't be forever - should be reading this blog. I've linked to the author's HP analysis before. She has an amazing ability to pay attention to small details and to really back up her claims. English teacher's dream.

Recently, she's been poring through all of the HP books and has developed a list of "set-ups" - ideas, characters, and elements Rowling has introduced that will likely lead to "pay-offs" - new information - in the final book. Very interesting for anyone who's into the series - and especially impressive considering she has a real job and kids.