Yes, this is so clearly the author's intended conclusion to the series. It satisfies all the threads set in motion in the first two. Easy to see, though, why it is difficult to obtain a copy!

Hm. I like what you say about choices. Yes.

I do hope you find a way to swim. St Nectan's Kieve is, indeed, a wonderful place!

Before I forget. I was hoping to see your mother this weekend, but instead found myself with her colleague, Gilbert Morrison. We were meeting with Scottish primary teachers and regional administrators, discussing the challenges for village schools, particularly those in the Highlands where so many families face real financial challenges and where staffing is difficult to secure, supplies are difficult to procure, and proper nutrition is dear. I was there to speak to the deficits I see when children reach us at Hogwarts.

In any case, I've been thinking that I might tempt you with a project some of the teachers proposed. It would involve a fair amount of baking, if that's something you'd feel up to. I know you're fond of it in general terms. Not sure whether it would sound good at the present moment, though.