Most people out there have read the Harry Potter series by now. Those that are going to anyway. So I won't bother recapping the story for everyone.
I have to admit that I am a big big big massive fan of these books. I am in love. I am constantly in the process of re-reading these books. I have one next to bed and I read it for about 10mins each night before I go to sleep. When I finish a book I move onto the next.
This one used to be my favourite of the series because so much happens. It is the first book where the publishers have really given JK Rowling full rain and the result if a chunkster. The book is all the better for it. Instead of only get a small glimpse into Harry's world, we get a big long journey with him.
Goblet of Fire also has one of the most tense moments in the whole series if you ask me - the moment that Voldemort rises again. There is nothing like it. I hope that I haven't spoiled it for anyway, and I apologise if I have, but if you have seen the adds for movies you have probably figured this much out anyway.
I also love that in this book Harry, Ron and Hermione are finally growing up. They don't feel quite as childlike in this book as they have in the previous 3. It is nice to see them growing up.
It is hard to put my finger on what I like about this series so much. I think that it is the true escapism it provides. JK Rowling has done such a wonderful job of creating this whole new world, you can't help but think that you are there with the characters, seeing what they are seeing and feeling what they are feeling. There are few books that have pulled me into their world so literally.
I have also written a spotlight in JK Rowling which you can read here.
Summary
What kind of read is this?
It is a children's book so it isn't very challenging, even considering it's length, but it is a magical read.
Do I recommend it?
There are not many books that I would recommend more
Do I recommend that you buy it?
Unequivocally. Re-reading these books is almost as magical as the first time.
Star Rating
8 / 8
One of the best books I have ever read. Everyone should read it - it is totally amazing. I am in love.
(This is the first time I have awarded a book 8 /8 )
3 comments:
This is my second favourite - after Azkaban. Wasn't the biggest fan of the last three....
I love this one--it's my favorite! I haven't done any rereading since the series ended, but I want to someday.
You know, I was reading through this and got goosebumps all over. I agree with everything you said. I adore this series and I no longer remember how many times I've re-read it (and will do so in the future).
Some people think I'm a bit weird to love it so much but I just think that if you haven't read it, you can't possibly know how great it is (and better with each following book).
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