[HPforGrownups] COS clues

[mom31]

No: HPFGUIDX 83012



Paula Gaon wrote:

 Lockhart's reappearance was a surprise to me too and yes, I too expect some relevent involvement from him.  Like you, I picked up on Molly's reading of his books.  One thing that really sticks in my head is the real significance of House Elves.  Have the distinct feeling that we haven't heard the whole story; remember Molly was cooped up with Kreacher.  And, if I'm not mistaken, Doby just "pops up" at the Dursleys(that was Book 2, wasn't it?) with no prior introduction or background.  Could it be that Lockhart's books contain some pertinent info on House Elves and Molly was trying to remember something?  Another clue that I picked up (actually in Book 4) when Harry, Ron, and Hermione were in the kitchen; Hermione mentioned Doby's freedom and he, Doby, clearly did not want to discuss the subject. ! ; Yes, seems like something is indeed cooking.  


Joj now:

I think  Molly is definitly the weakest link in the order.  She's living in fear, and JKR went to great pains to show us the ecstent (warrented) of her fear.  Then it was backed up by Mr. Weasley's horrible injury.  She'll definitly be vunerable to being tricked, controlled, blackmailed or making a "deal with the devil".  JKR also pointed out how much Molly loves Harry like a son, so I don't think she would sacrifice him for one of her children or husband.  At least not knowingly.  

And why is she still using Lockhart's books?  That doesn't make sense, so it has to mean something.



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