Will the real Lupin please stand up...

[Chuck]

No: HPFGUIDX 59022

> The only logical reason is that the *Lupin* we know is not the 
> real Remus Lupin.

That's not the "only" logical reason.  Another reason could include 
that he is a werewolf and may not want to be around Harry when he 
changes.  

Another could be that the protections surrounding Harry at the 
Dursley's also effect Lupin.  

Another is that no one contacted Harry before he turned 11, so why 
should Lupin?  

Another is that Lupin was doing something for DD or the Ministry and 
was out of contact.  

Another is that Lupin was searching for a cure (the potion that Snape 
made) and was occupied.

> This is not my theory, and can be found in an 
> <analysis> style book available in most bookstores (I believe it is 
> something like < The Magical Mysteries of Harry Potter>).

That book also overlooks some key points in jumping to its 
conclusions in other areas and ignores discussing points that would 
refute the author's predictions (portkeys and time specificity for 
example).

I will be very disappointed if that is indeed how it turns out.  
Harry should not be Job where he gets everything back at the end.  
Harry is an orphan and should stay that way.  Makes any resolution 
much more profound.  And keeps the message that loss is permanent.

Chuck