Sentence:  Despite personal schisms and differences in spiritual experience, there is a very coherent theology of Snape shared between the wives. To examine this manifestation of religious <WSD>fandom</WSD>, I will first discuss the canon scepticism and anti-Rowling sentiment that helps to contextualise the wider belief in Snape as a character who extends beyond book and film. 
Meaning of the word marked with <WSD> tags:  The state, quality, or condition of being a fan.