Am I the only one who thought that the Death of Lupin was somewhat telegraphed? (I admit I hadn't expected Tonks to be included).
Maybe I've just seen to many old war movies, but I felt that Lupin suddenly turning up, announcing the birth and asking potter top be godfather was somewhat akin to the young squaddie who shows photos of his girlfriend/fiance/new wife just before an attack - almost certain to be 'written out'.

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