We've only just finished a while ago. So I haven't had much time to think on the identity.

But I do like the possibilities of a Black family member. They would have wanted to have some way of keeping themselves powerful. (Although I would not want to steal part of Voldie's soul and toy with him about it.)

As for the possibility of the Bones family.....Well, Slughorn is not evil or dark....just a bit self-centered. Some powerful good wizards would know what a Horcrux was. Dumbledore knew what it was, he just needed to be certain of Tom's conversation with Slughorn.

I was glad that the book did not end with the usual ride on the Hogwarts Express and Harry going home to the Dursleys (we know he is, but I like the ending better).

Phlegm