I think since we have invested so much of our own creative energy into HP characters, we haven't really had a break. And I know for me personally, I know I might be a little disappointed now that I've been playing Tom so long! "What do you mean there's no back story for Tom in this one??? DAMN you, JKR" :P

I am excited, but I haven't pre-ordered either. I'll still get the book and gobble it down that day, though.