OOP spoilers Neville

[dmaclaughlin]

No: HPFGUIDX 68373

--- In HPforGrownups at yahoogroups.com, "devonturcotte" 
<devonturcotte at y...> wrote:
> quoting Harriet:
> "> He has demontrated in the DA class in OotP that he can learn and 
> do powerful, 
> > advanced magic.  I also find the possible connection between 
> Neville, Harry 
> > and the prophecy quite intriguing.
> > 
> > Harriet"
> 
> 
> I feel the same way about Neville's connection to the prophecy.  
> Although, it's not really surprising, considering his family's 
> history of bravery and talent as witches and wizards.  Also, other 
> people might have noticed that earlier on in OoP, Professor 
> McGonagall mentions that the only thing holding Neville back from 
> success in his studies is mere lack of confidence.  She says this 
as 
> part of her this-is-the-year-for-your-OWLs-so-don't-mess-it-up 
> speech at the beginning of the year, and she's very right.  Look at 
> Neville's performance in Potions--it's just because he's so nervous 
> around Snape that he can't concentrate.
> 
> Devon


I agree. Neville is brave, he just needs confidence to reach his full 
abilities. Maybe a new wand (of his own- not his dad's) will help him 
even more. I can't help but wonder what would have happened if 
Neville had gone into Ollianders to get his wand before he started 
Hogworts. I suspect Neville will blossom in the next couple books. I 
hope so at least.

Denise