It arrived this morning and I tore it open and settled down in my favourite armchair.

The family understands when I get involved in a 'must read' and everyone left me alone with CC providing the occasional coffee.

Only Bear had the odd snipe.

But I did stop to do lunch (yesterdays left overs) and CC did the evening meal - though I have to admit to eating and reading at the same time.

Finished it at 7.30 and despite aching back, neck and head and very tired eyes I have to say it was an excellent and very satisfying ending to the Harry Potter series.

If there are any more fans out there let me know what you think (without spoiling the story).