[HPforGrownups] Re: Snape at the end of GoF

[Gina R Rosich]

No: HPFGUIDX 55705

On 4/20/03 1:35 PM, "Becky Walkden" <runningbecky2002 at yahoo.com> had this to
say:

> <snip>
> 
> Me:  Another thing I found interesting in the end of GoF that may not be real
> important but, well, interesting is Harry's observation of how Snape was
> looking at him at the end of GoF.  In the past, Harry could immediately sense
> strong enemity and even hatred towards him coming from Snape.  This time the
> feeling Harry got was a lot more ambivulent and harder to decifer.  It makes
> me wonder if there isn't going to be a subtle but definite improvement in
> their relationship in the future books.  Not friendship of course!  But maybe
> a lot less hostility and more understanding from Snape? Particularly since
> they are now on the same side since the "war" is definitely starting.  I do
> believe that was one of Ms. Rowlings little clues about future developments.
> We'll see.  Huggs Becky
> 
> 
> ---------------------------------

Indeed, Becky.  Harry knows and recognizes negativity from Snape.  But can
he recognize and interpret other feelings and expressions from him?  I am
convinced that Snape looks at Harry with a combination of concern and awe.
He is contemplating Harry and his future, as well as the future of the
wizarding world which will undoubtedly fall into Harry¹s hands.

Snape has been working very hard for 4 years to protect Harry.  Which seems
to elude Harry¹s recognition and gratitutde in context.  Now Voldemort has
returned in the flesh, which will necessitate doubling or tripling of those
efforts.  Plus, Harry held his own against Voldemort.  Snape may have a
newfound respect for him.  I think there was a hint of that in CoS, with the
Parseltongue.  Snape getting a sense of what this kid is made of.  I for one
am very very eager to see how their relationship changes and grows in GoF.
But then, I¹m an unapologetic Snape fan who is waiting for Harry to thank
Snape for his efforts.

Gina


[Non-text portions of this message have been removed]