Harry Potter Book 7 - Release date 21 July 2007

[Michelle]

JK has said that 2 characters are going to die in the final book. Any ideas? Do you think she'll kill off Harry himself?

Link (http://news.bbc.co.uk/cbbcnews/hi/newsid_5110000/newsid_5119800/5119800.stm)

[Kell]

I think that at one, if not both, will be major characters - possibly Hagrid or Hermione (Oh, I hope I'm wrong!), but I think that one will most likely be Voldemort himself...

Ooh, crikey, I hope Neville Longbottom doesn't die! I have a feeling he'll play quite an important part in this final book, as he's the other boy who could have been the "chosen one". He's been underestimated by all & has played small but crucial roles at almost every step, so I think he's rather important.

[Tiger]

My three predictions are:

Hermione and Harry
Seamus and Harry (I like Seaumus- hope I'm wrong!)
McGogonogal (SP) and Snape

[Lilywhite]

I think she'll kill Harry :lol:

Or am I just being mean now :angel:

[Tiger]

OK- Not Harry then! LOL :angel:

[Sugar]

She has suggested she MAY kill Harry - that would stop anyone writing any more sequels.

I think one of the Weasley's is a good bet too.

[Kell]

Maybe Harry isn't the Chosen One after all - maybe he'll die killing Voldemort & it'll turn out that Neville was The One all along - LOL!

I'm pretty certain that Voldemort will have to get it in the end - the whole triumph-over-evil thing & all...

[druscilla]

I just hope she doesn't kill Snape. I adore his character (I like bad boys sorry ;) )and I want to know why Dumbledore had sucha undying trust in him?

I think that if anyone's going to die its going to be Ron and Hagrid though I'm hoping deep down its Harry.

[Sarahrob]

Maybe Harry will die in the act of killing Voldemort. Voldemort's got to go, no two ways about it.

I'd quite like Percy to go as well.

[Tiger]

I know, Percy's a "Little Mister Perfect." I mean, he's been a Prefect, Head Boy and now he works somewhere in the ministry! What more does he need?

[Icecream]

Well J.K has said that one is a main character. One will definitely be voldemort. It has to be. I would not like to gues at the other though.

[druscilla]

Well J.K has said that one is a main character. One will definitely be voldemort. It has to be. I would not like to gues at the other though.
While Voldermort's alway's been the main villain he's never in my opinion been a main character he doesn't have may big scenes in the book's really aside from the one in the Minestry the rest seem to be him referenced in name only or through Harry's dream's.

I have wondered if JK actually means two other main characters and its just pretty much expected that Voldermort will die anyway?

[Icecream]

I was never suggesting that Voldemort is a main character, just agreeing that he will most likely die. Those sentances are separate statements.

[Kell]

Voldemort seems to me to be one of those characters that's a constant presence in the background that's so strong that he's a main-type character, even when he's not there...

[Gti-Chick]

Hmmm I think it'll be either Harry, Hermoine or Ron that die, but then again it could be someone completely different - just because we're all expecting one of them to die! who knows? Infact anyone know when this book is out?? I cant wait to read it :D

[Gyre]

My predications are:

1, Ginny Weasley:

Think about it Harry's lost interest, they broke up because he is going after Voldemort, that would really hurt Harry.

2. Hermione:

I don't want to dare think it but it is a possibility, ooh I hope not..

3. Aunt Petunia:

A bit off the beaten track but I have always felt that she may be important to the story, she knows a lot more than she is giving away.

:mrgreen:

[Gti-Chick]

You have a very good point about Aunt Petunia Gyre, she does seem to know alot more than she possibly should... hmm..

[Kell]

Infact anyone know when this book is out?? I cant wait to read it :D Next summer I think. I can hardly wait!!! I think they've timed it to roughly coincide with the release of the film of Order of the Phoenix...

[Pilgrim]

Maybe Harry will die in the act of killing Voldemort. Voldemort's got to go, no two ways about it.

I'd quite like Percy to go as well.

LOL about Percy and I agree that it could be Harry and Voldemort.

[Icecream]

Why does Voldemort have to go? There doesn't have to be a wonderful ending..

[O's]

I honestly think that harry will not kill voldemort, i think someone like snape will kill him. Harry, being the hero will realise that by killing voldemort he will make him as bad as the dark lord.

I'm expecting voldemort to be at harrys mercy [a long dialogue lulling him into lowering his guard] then attack when his back is turned only then to be killed by a character you least expect.

I'm guessing snape, or a character returning frm the dead...maybe.

[Gyre]

Sirius maybe?, it possible he could come back from the dead.

:D

[Icecream]

Just what I was thinking..! But i forgot to post earlier:irked:

[Gyre]

Just what I was thinking..! But i forgot to post earlier:irked:

Great minds think alike Icecream:lol:

[Smokeman66]

JK has said that 2 characters are going to die in the final book. Any ideas? Do you think she'll kill off Harry himself?

Link (http://news.bbc.co.uk/cbbcnews/hi/newsid_5110000/newsid_5119800/5119800.stm)


I heard a rumour :dunno: that JK was going to kill off Harry? to prevent the possibility of further sequels, so i'm betting on Potter himself and Voldemort, both dying in the 'final battle' :readingtwo:

[Smokeman66]

I honestly think that harry will not kill voldemort, i think someone like snape will kill him. Harry, being the hero will realise that by killing voldemort he will make him as bad as the dark lord.

I'm expecting voldemort to be at harrys mercy [a long dialogue lulling him into lowering his guard] then attack when his back is turned only then to be killed by a character you least expect.

I'm guessing snape, or a character returning frm the dead...maybe.


funny that.....loads of people at work refuse to believe that either Dumbledore or Sirius is dead, plus one PNE fan and mother of three still thinks Elvis is alive :lol:

[madcow]

funny that.....loads of people at work refuse to believe that either Dumbledore or Sirius is dead, plus one PNE fan and mother of three still thinks Elvis is alive :lol:

I hope thats not a dig at me :motz: .

[Lilywhite]

He is, he does the washing up at mum's house. And when she's really behind, he does some gardening too.

I think Voldemort will kill Harry.....

[Kiwimellon]

At an interview in NY, JK confirmed 100% that Dumbledore is indeed dead. But, I think that he might still make some sort of appearance or presense. Maybe something like how Obi-Wan appeared to Luke. Or, maybe even just in a letter or something that he left before for Harry. One of those, If you are reading this than I am probably dead, type of deals. (Am I pushing it here :) )

One thing that I think will happen is that Snape will die. I honestly can not see how he will live throughout the last book, regardless of which side he really is one. Makes me sad to think about though...

[Sarahrob]

There is a portrait of Dumbledore in the head's office - if other portraits can speak and change locations surely he can - send a message to Harry that way?

I think Snape will turn out to be a goodie. He is a legillimens or whatever the word is, and I think Dumbledore probably told him mentally to kill him. He also stopped the others killing Harry a couple of times at the end of the last book.


Still would like Percy to go though...

[O's]

I think dumbledore knew he was going to die, he wanted it to be snape who kills him. Thats why they were arguing so much...I think.:blush:

[Icecream]

Harry has had a lot of protection and it seems his luck should run out, but at the same time those people could be objects of help on the path of destiny. I am sure I heard JK saying she wasn't going to kill Harry.

[Mia]

Just posting to say that it has been announced that the title of Book 7 will be: Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows.

Kind of a strange title... My betting is that the Deathly Hallows is a special time that Voldemort can use to strengthen his powers. Or something!

[Louiseog]

Just posting to say that it has been announced that the title of Book 7 will be: Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows.

Kind of a strange title... My betting is that the Deathly Hallows is a special time that Voldemort can use to strengthen his powers. Or something!
Or where a horcrux is

[Sugar]

Kind of a strange title... My betting is that the Deathly Hallows is a special time that Voldemort can use to strengthen his powers. Or something!
I wonder if Deathly Hallows is a place? I have read that JKR has mentioned Harry leaves Hogwarts without finishing his course - maybe this is where he ends up?

[TammyRich]

I thought the Deathly Hallows sounded like a place. I bet it is the place where Harry has his final showdown with Voldemort - which is inevitable. I can only imagine the final defeat of Voldemort being a confrontation with him ending with some sort of 'duel' between the two of them.

[Kell]

Is my memroy failing me, or is The Hallows where the Weezleys live? If I'm wrong, I don't know where I got that idea, but it's jumped into my head for some reason. If it is, could Percy (that most weasely of Weezleys) have something to do with it? After all, he's working for the Ministry of Magic & isn't Harry's biggest fan...

[Kiwimellon]

Is my memroy failing me, or is The Hallows where the Weezleys live? If I'm wrong, I don't know where I got that idea, but it's jumped into my head for some reason. If it is, could Percy (that most weasely of Weezleys) have something to do with it? After all, he's working for the Ministry of Magic & isn't Harry's biggest fan...


The Weasley's live at The Burrow. Well, at least that is what I think it is. The Potters lived at Godric Hollow, maybe that is what you are thinking of?

[Icecream]

Yes that is right. It is probably something to do with All Hallows eve, or it is a place, maybe a place that links Harry and Voldemort somehow.

[Kell]

The Weasley's live at The Burrow. Well, at least that is what I think it is. The Potters lived at Godric Hollow, maybe that is what you are thinking of?
Aha! That's it! I knew there was something similar! (Shows my memory to be more & more seive-like every day too!).

[Laramie]

maybe they were both born there? o, o, and maybe voldermort was born on the same day as harry too? hmmmmm...

[claire]

Release date has been announced for this on the BBC news website - 21/7/07.

Can't wait!

[Janet]

Release date has been announced for this on the BBC news website - 21/7/07.

Can't wait!
I was just going to post that! I'm working that day from 6am until 2pm. :(

[Polka Dot Rock]

Gah, it's all right for you lot... Think how long those of us who only watch the films have got to wait! :mrgreen: :lol:

(Actually, I'm fairly new to the films too, so I'll probably get around to reading all the HPs one day :) Although not in one day, I imagine...)

[Gyre]

Finally a date! Its been too long a wait!

Bagpuss can't someone pick it up for you when you are working?:D

[Janet]

I work in Tesco, but we aren't allowed to put stuff back to pay for later - gah!

I'm more bothered about starting it - I'll be champing at the bit! I bought the last one first thing in the morning and sat in a deckchair all day reading!

I'm sure my husband will go and get a copy for me - he always reads them after me anyway. :)

[Gyre]

Well that is good news Bagpuss, hate to think you were missing out xxxx

[Louiseog]

We were at the bookshop at midnight! And its the day after my birthday!

[Icecream]

Yay!!!!:doowapstart: :e010: :doowapstart: :exc: :exc: :exc:

[Laramie]

Gah, it's all right for you lot... Think how long those of us who only watch the films have got to wait! :mrgreen: :lol:

(Actually, I'm fairly new to the films too, so I'll probably get around to reading all the HPs one day :) Although not in one day, I imagine...)
i think the books are even better!!

d'you know, there's not going to be any quidditch in the next film!! grrr!!

[Icecream]

No they banned quidditch that year didn't they?

[Gyre]

I think they did ban quidditch that year because of the threat of Voldemort...

:D

[Icecream]

Actually, nobody believed Voldemort was back until the end of book five. It was the evil new head teacher from the ministry who replaced Dumbledore that banned it out of spite. What was her name? Umbridge was it???

[thebookgarden]

I was just going to post that! I'm working that day from 6am until 2pm. :(


You could always get amazon to deliver it to your place of work! They're currently advertising the ability to pre-order and get it delivered within the uk on day of publication! Though they won't tell you till you get to the payment confirmation page that you have to pay more for this delivery option, but on the plus side they are offering it at 50% of the RRP at the moment!

[Janet]

You could always get amazon to deliver it to your place of work! They're currently advertising the ability to pre-order and get it delivered within the uk on day of publication! Though they won't tell you till you get to the payment confirmation page that you have to pay more for this delivery option, but on the plus side they are offering it at 50% of the RRP at the moment!
Thanks for the suggestion. :)

Unfortunately, I work in Tesco and I wouldn't trust that it would even get to me.

I will make sure my husband gets me a copy on Saturday morning so I can start it when I get home.

I'll just have to avoid the internet/tv for a few days!

[Gyre]

Actually, nobody believed Voldemort was back until the end of book five. It was the evil new head teacher from the ministry who replaced Dumbledore that banned it out of spite. What was her name? Umbridge was it???

That's right, it was Umbridge, thanks Icecream...:friends0:

[Icecream]

Aye, Dolores Umbridge if I remember correctly.

No problem Gyre.:friends0: I can't actually believe I remembered that. Maybe my memory isn't as bad as I thought it was..

[Icecream]

It's my birthday in June. If i drop enough hints (like I haven't already) Mum will probably get me the adult hardback to go with my other ones.

[Sugar]

Aye, Dolores Umbridge if I remember correctly.
You do, although she wasn't a headteacher, but the Defence Against the Dark Arts teacher.

To aid my failing memory, I am currently listening to this in the car, and although I have just started tape 8 almost everything that I remembered has happened already!

Can someone help me out, please? Which book was the Night Bus in? Was it Prisoner of Azkaban? I thought it was later but having listened to Goblet of Fire and the start of Order of the Phoenix recently, I know it's not them.

[Icecream]

Ah, thanks Sugar, you are of course correct. Yes the knightbus was in the prisoner of azkaban. Harry blew up his Aunt, ran away, then saw Sirius in the form of the dog and stuck out his arm - that's where the knight bus came trundling along.

[Sugar]

Thank you! I could remember seeing it in a trailer, but not in a film, so I guess I will have to watch the POA film again (I've got the DVD but never actually watched it, clearly the cinema experience isn't enough!).

[Icecream]

Yeah, Harry Potter fest. Can we all come?:lol:

I don't know how many times I've seen POA. quite a lot though.

[Sugar]

Yeah, Harry Potter fest. Can we all come?:lol:
Would that be a Potter Party? We could theme it with the letter P, and eat Pringles and Popadoms, Prawn Crackers and Pavlova! Drinking only (Dr) Pepper and Pernod.

[Icecream]

Oooh, sounding even better.. I like pappadums and prawn crackers and (dr) pepper, and other things.. mmmmmm. Noone gets in without a hogwarts badge lol.

[Laramie]

And we can all read "p" books when the film finishes, eg Private Peaceful!:lol:

[fireball]

Yesterday 08:35
Doctor-Who-Mad-Gal wrote:
Doctor-Who-Mad-Gal And we can all read "p" books when the film finishes, eg Private Peaceful! :lol:

LOL DWMG.! Am I the only one who has all (to date) Harry Potter books, and NOT read any one of them!.? http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y14/steelclaw32/jawdroping.gif
When I read much earlier on, that Mz.R was doing just 7 books on HP, I thought it a good idea to collect them all and read them at my leisure .

It seemes that my old Headmaster was right in taking great pains to tell me,
"patience...is a virtue young Crandall. See that you remember it.!"

With that said, I'm only crawling the walls. :lol: :lol: :lol:

[chocolategal]

yay i cant wait till the new one comes out. :bookworm:*jumps up and down excitedly!* but its sooo far away *sob*:cry2:

[Icecream]

Me neither. I was just talking about it today in fact.

[chocolategal]

lol do you know much about it. its seems very top secret to me!!;)

[kitty_kitty]

I prefer it to be top secret, i like the hype but i like the fact that nothing about the story line to spoil the book comes out

[Laramie]

Am I the only one who has all (to date) Harry Potter books, and NOT read any one of them!.? http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y14/steelclaw32/jawdroping.gif

Yeah.:D

[fireball]

Yeah.:D ;) :D Thanks for that DWMG, when all the fuss of no more Harry Potter films comes about, there'll always be the one and only... BOOKS. NICE eh.?

http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y14/steelclaw32/bounce.gif

[Laramie]

Hee hee, good plan!:friends0:

[Sugar]

LOL DWMG.! Am I the only one who has all (to date) Harry Potter books, and NOT read any one of them!.?
Apparently not - there was a survey done around World Book day about books that people own and have never read and Harry Potter was in the top 3! (Do you feel better now?:))

[Maureen]

Am I the only one who has all (to date) Harry Potter books, and NOT read any one of them!.? http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y14/steelclaw32/jawdroping.gif



Well, I have never read any one of them either.....and do not have any one of them as well!

[fireball]

Many thanks to Sugar, Maureen, It'll be a hoot reading them when all the hoo haa has has either died down, or some who've never read a book for yonks, I can tell them who are going through 'HPS' theres always the books, from whence the films sprang from. Hey !it's a great reason to get people who can read but don't want too, also for those who can't read, it's a great way to help them to learn and get to love books...don't you think.?;) :D

My late mother once said Nature/God just stopped short of me coming into the world with a book in my hand!
She read to me all the time she was experting me, and it stuck with me for life, love reading...and of books.
One thing I've always been greatful to my Mum for, the gift of life, and a love of reading, nothing like it. Two greatest things a mother can give her child. Don't you think.?