Now that's an interesting talent and I can see how a friend with that ability could be a real help for Harry. -chuckle- You have to wonder how he'll read Ron. I did like the way this developed quite naturally, esp. with Hermione having friends her own age and getting to know Harry a lot earlier. I suspect this is going to have some interesting "ripple effects" down the line. I do wonder, too, how many American attitudes will rub off on Hermione during her visits here? That could also make for some differences in later behavior, like not having such a great trust in "authorities".