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FEBRUARY 2, 2007 at 9:10 AM
Posted by GERI
Source: Telegraph
British book chain, Waterstone’s, will be setting up a phone helpline
for fans to deal with the fact that Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows is the last book in the series and that two characters are said to be killed off.
Back in June when Ms. Rowling appeared on the 'Richard & Judy Show' in the UK and mentioned that "two more people have died than she originally planned and one other person has got a reprieve."
Debbie Williams of Waterstone's said:
This could be a similar moment to when Take That spilt up – there could be a lot of upset teenagers out there. We are looking to set up a helpline for them.
Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows will be published on July 21st.
Thanks to everyone who emailed.
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Points: 360
ladybug says:
What the heak? Have people completly lost there minds? That is so stupid....
Posted Feb 2, 2007 at 9:14 AM EST
Order of Merlin, 4th Class
Points: 1255
TheSeventhHorcrux says:
That's a good idea!!! I was thinking of doing that, depending on how traumatising the book is... Ooh, first to comment??? I think I really should go back to research...
Posted Feb 2, 2007 at 9:14 AM EST
Muggle
Points: 47
the silos chronicles says:
This is so funny...In my country, phones lines are usually set up to deal with pre exam and post result scenario..!
I know that a lot of deaths mean a lot of broken hearts but well, one's gotta take it!
Posted Feb 2, 2007 at 9:20 AM EST
The Fifth Marauder
Points: 2771
Curious Werewolf says:
Hmmmm...I think it is a good idea, even if it does seem a bit strange (well I don't think that it is but I can understand how others could...a helpline for teenagers because of a book series ending!). I personally don't think I'd be phoning it...but I'm sure there will be some extreme fans out there who will be very upset at the end of this much-loved series, and if their favourite character dies or something, that will make them feel terrible! I might have to call it if Lupin dies though!...which I don't think he will cos JKR couldn't possibly be so cruel, could she?? :S
Posted Feb 2, 2007 at 9:20 AM EST
Witch
Points: 595
master_HP_Mugwump says:
As much of a tremendous fan I am of Harry Potter, IT'S NOT REAL. I find it a bit ridiculous that they are making a helpline for fictional characters that are going to be killed.
Posted Feb 2, 2007 at 9:21 AM EST
Points: 217
skates says:
This kind of cracks me up even though it's a pretty nifty idea....I for one will be in tears at the end of DH and will probably need physical therapy and months of counceling; one because it's the last book, and two for those who will die. OH gosh, I start to feel sick just thinking about it...I'm so siked!!!::::))))
Posted Feb 2, 2007 at 9:26 AM EST
Witch
Points: 821
Leeloomina says:
Hahahahahahaha!!!!!!
That is sooo funny! A helpline to help people cope with the death of non-real characters?!
Next thing you know some crazy folks will be petitionning for DH to be cancelled because it could show their kids that people can die...
Posted Feb 2, 2007 at 9:29 AM EST
Student
Points: 238
Hermione Jane Puckle says:
master_HP_mugwump, people don't get upset because they think its real; its because they get emotionally involved in the story. The difference between you (or me) and the people who might call in, is one of degree rather than kind.
Posted Feb 2, 2007 at 9:33 AM EST
The Pheonix Tamer
Points: 2918
PheonixPonder says:
How rediculous...what do people take us for...we can deal with charito death...see Cedric, or Sirius, or Dumbledore...
hehehe...unbeleviable!!! HAHAHA!!!
Posted Feb 2, 2007 at 9:36 AM EST
Keeper of Harry's Fate
Points: 8934
TheOneWhoMustBeNamed says:
We will have to see if all those people die and/or get a reprieve. The story was not done at the time so we will not really know unless she reaffirms or we read it ourselves.
Posted Feb 2, 2007 at 9:38 AM EST
Auror
Points: 2563
School Governor says:
There are many news reports saying that two popular characters will be killed off, but that is not exactly what Jo said.
She said two would be killed off, who she had originally planned to survive. This means that more than two could be bumped off. Also one character has had a reprise.
Posted Feb 2, 2007 at 9:41 AM EST
Order of Merlin, 2nd Class
Points: 1647
Hermione's younger sister says:
Well, I might very well need that hotline depending on who dies, so thanks so much for telling me. We shall have to see.
Posted Feb 2, 2007 at 9:44 AM EST
Order of Merlin, 3rd Class
Points: 1433
Brianna Huckpuck says:
Ok... I like the books too, and it's sad to think that there won't be anymore books after the last one, but if you need to call a help line when the books are finished you might have a WEEEE bit of a obsessive problem.
Posted Feb 2, 2007 at 9:46 AM EST
Order of Merlin, 2nd Class
Points: 1717
courty says:
Oh, geez. A help-line for a story - how silly! But the truly sad part is that there will probably be people who will call in. :S
Posted Feb 2, 2007 at 9:50 AM EST
Lupin's Furry Girlfriend
Points: 6941
theslugclub says:
I'm not sure what to think about that.
It's amazing that Harry Potter has had such an impact they're setting up phones, but then it's also kind of funny.
Posted Feb 2, 2007 at 9:51 AM EST
Obliviator
(Moderator)
Points: 8468
Prof. Dish says:
That's very...interesting...sure, I'll be upset when it's all over and if a main character dies that I care about, but hopefully I'll be able to pull myself together and not have to seek medical attention!
Posted Feb 2, 2007 at 9:53 AM EST
Squib
Points: 190
LenaLovesRupert says:
I think that's really stupid to set up a help line for some fictional characters. I love HP but to set something like that up is funny and ridiculous.
Yeah, it's the last book of the series but HP won't last forever and people will get over it in time.
Whoever thought this up is completely mental.
Posted Feb 2, 2007 at 9:57 AM EST
Points: 2600
Calendula says:
This is kind of funny...but it's also sad that they think we are unable to cope with the death of fictional characters no matter how much we enjoy the books. I personally know I'll be upset when a character dies as I have been in the past but have managed to cope fine without the help of complete strangers on a helpline =D
Posted Feb 2, 2007 at 9:58 AM EST
Auror
Points: 2316
loopy looney says:
I think that may be a little extreme!!!
Posted Feb 2, 2007 at 10:01 AM EST
Order of Merlin, 3rd Class
Points: 1550
the_girl_who_lived89 says:
Too extreme for me! It's so stupid...
Posted Feb 2, 2007 at 10:03 AM EST
Order of Merlin, 4th Class
Points: 1228
Hermy-ninny Granger says:
This is ridiculous! HOwever, I will probably be one of the people who needs the helpline. Actually I would probably just talk to me friends.
Posted Feb 2, 2007 at 10:07 AM EST
Student
Points: 289
Jynessa says:
Uhhh. that's a little intense, i think. but i have to admit i would probably call just for the fun of it. ;)
Posted Feb 2, 2007 at 10:14 AM EST
Order of Merlin, 4th Class
Points: 1206
*Jinxed* says:
It sounds kind of funny when you hear it, but then again if you take a step back and actually see the impact Harry Potter has made on some people's lives, it will be hard to believe it's over. I know for me it is something that i've loved having around for many many years now, and it will be sad to see the story line at an end. But I know that I personally definately do not need help to get over it ;). But i still will cry when it's all over :(.
Posted Feb 2, 2007 at 10:16 AM EST
Order of Merlin, 3rd Class
Points: 1588
ravenbeaut says:
Ummm... Isn't that a bit much? I love HP and all the characters, but I still remember that it's a FICTIONAL STORY. Do they seriously think that people will need help grieving? That's so silly to me. It's stuff like this that encourages people to claim that HP has mind influencing stuff in it.
Posted Feb 2, 2007 at 10:18 AM EST
Student
Points: 266
TheORIGINALMrs.Snape says:
I think the idea is ok, but frankly, it's a little too much. no matter how awesome or great or fantastic and incredible the book is, it doesn't stop being fiction. We should take it so deep to the heart.
Posted Feb 2, 2007 at 10:32 AM EST
Professor
Points: 1004
Draco~Angel says:
WOW, I think if you had to call somebody over a fictional book is bit too much. I love the books, but I know it not real. I thinks its very silly.
Posted Feb 2, 2007 at 10:35 AM EST
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