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What does it mean?
The author expresses regret for the hardships she placed on her character and wishes to apologize.
In plain terms
She wishes she could apologize to Harry for making his life hard.
What can you take from it?
Creators may feel guilt over the struggles they create for their characters.

Where it applies

  • writing fiction
  • reflecting on choices
  • meeting fans

Putting it to work

  • acknowledge character struggles
  • apologize to readers
  • review plot choices

Questions to consider

  • What did you put your characters through?
  • Would you change their fate?

Another view

Apologizing to a fictional character is not literally possible.

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  2. Personally, If I were Harry Potter I think I would go and hide somewhere, but that's because I know what's coming!

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  3. And so rock bottom became the solid foundation on which I rebuilt my life.

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