Jul 16, 2010 12:46
Day 10: What are your favorite book moments?
Oh man! This is so hard...I know what my favorite is, but in the grand tradition of Sam N' Amber, I'm going to give you a top five:
5. The formation of the DA at the Hog's Head. It was so 'full circle' for me. If you think about how Dumbledore said 'help will always come to those who are loyal to me' and then everyone bands behind Harry expressing their loyalty not only for their school and DD, but for Harry as well.
4. Fleur's speech at the end of HBP. I'm sorry, but that was beautiful, and such a testament to real love that I immediately fell in love with her character. Not to mention it was funny! "I am beautiful enough for zee both of us!"
3. Metting Hagrid. He represents everything wonderful about Harry's new life, and from that point on in the series, he was home for Harry in more ways that almost anyone else.
2. Malfoy Manor! From start to finish I was on the edge of my seat. That scene represented the collective greatness of so many characters, and really nailed home the gravity of Ron's love for Hermione.
"You can have me, keep me!" will always give me chills. That level of love and devotion is astounding, but not surprising when considering how Ron loves and approaches everything in life.
When he was screaming for her, I was crying.
Also, Hermione was SO FUCKING BRAVE AND CLEVER! I dont' care about all the scenes of ubiquitous knowledge throughout the series, this is where her mind shines. To think of what she did under the duress of torture shows exactly who she is.
Luna is a perfect bit of levity.
Dobby is incredible.
And Harry is such a hero! He acts in such desperation but with so much bravery...I heart him.
I can even give some props to Draco for trying, despite how obviously afraid he was.
1. The Silver Doe (duh)
Ron returns! He saves Harry! He destroys all his pain and uncertainty. He is the true Gryffindor, and weilds the sword like a true Gryffindor would! Harry and Ron prove how deep their own love (however you want to look at it) goes. That scene where they embrace is so heartwarming.
The mystery of that patronus is flooring, especially when we find out who did it.
And of course I love Hermione's gut-wrenching reaction to Ron coming back.
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