Hedwig death is strange to say the least. The rest is pretty good. It makes us want to read more as soon as possible.
Abouth the pairings....let me see Harry geting both Hermione (I am a devote of Harmony, so...Hell yeah!) and Luna wich is quite a sweet character JK didnt use as she should have....count me in! Put those two babes on Harry's bed! He deserves you know! See ya soon!