The Unintegrated Shadow: A Character Study of Severus Snape
The ultimate deep-dive on the controversial Potions Master
Severus Snape is one of the most interesting characters in contemporary fiction.
He is introduced as one of Harry’s main antagonists at Hogwarts School.
He ends up being a red herring in the first mystery of the series, a misdirection to turn your attention away from Quirrell.
Later, it is revealed that he was the one who passed part of the prophecy on to Voldemort, ultimately resulting in the death of Lily and James Potter.
He spends two books working as a double agent for both sides. And Harry doesn’t buy the notion that his ultimate loyalty truly lies with the Order of the Phoenix.
He kills Dumbledore.
And then, finally, we learn of his love for Lily and of his true repentance to the light.
Nevertheless, many fans have never gotten over their distaste of the character, horrified with how he treated his…
