[the phantom]

I'm surprised no one has said that Snape is Gollum, pointing out that they are both complicated and twisted, have flashes of what could be goodness, but generally are evil and are dominated by a greater evil power. And maybe Harry will show Snape mercy as Frodo showed Gollum mercy and things will work out for the best.

But that's not really what I think of Snape- I'm just saying that for the purpose of comparing him to Gollum. In reality, I think there are at least one or two important somethings that Rowling has not told us about Severus, and that if we knew them we would be fairly confident that Snape is not on the side of evil.

Yes, yes, you can mark that down and make fun of my prediction if Snape turns out to be bad. But I think I'm right. The next book will make Snape a hero of sorts.

Frodo saved the world, but it wasn't saved for him. He died a sort of death. I think it is likely that Harry will too.

The fate of the Death Eaters? I expect most of them will adhere to their beliefs and eat death. Thankfully, many good guys will pass up this dish and opt for the bread pudding.

Also, I think the next book will reveal that Ron and Hermione are the twin offspring of Darth Voldemort.