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Summary: Doesn't disappoint.
Review: Once again, JK Rowlings somehow manages to keep us on the edge of out seat while, at the same time, making us laugh out loud. From the first page, this novel is totally gripping, and hard to put down. Twists, turns and surprises and new unexpected elements are added as old ones are resolved. Every chapter is packed with interesting things and action. I truly felt how Harry would have felt, especially during the Summer holidays. Rowlings has managed to create the sense of unease and discomfort that you get when you know things aren't quite right and there are things happening about you that you sense, but don't have a clue about.This book is too good to put any spoilers or details in at this point of time. If you're a Harry Potter fan, you can be sure the three years was worth the wait. The only problem is that I really hope we don't have to wait 6 years before we see the last one. Rather than sate us, she leaves us hanging for more...
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Summary: Incredible...
Review: In Harry Potter's fifth adventure, he finally comes of age. J.K. Rowling has an ability to hit right on the money with her characters - every reaction, every inner monologue, every word and reply - that was what kept amazing me. Her characters are round and vivid, real yet fantastic, and they all grow throughout. In 900 pages, there is scarcely a lull, and the writing is rarely trite or awkward; I would say that this is more well-written than the previous 4. Rowling lays many clues for the final two books; the prophecy is revealed that binds Harry's and Voldemort's destinies together. Thankfully, the death in the book is not gratuitive, and the way it affects Harry is touching. He begins to become an adult (and his relationship with Cho Chang develops!). The ending is less fulfilling than it could be; rather, it is incredibly tantalizing and already I'm dying for the sixth book. Please read this. I read for five straight hours and finished with a sigh that it was over. I would say that this is the best book yet.
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Summary: Not up to JKR's usual standard-but it is still worth while
Review: Having reread JKR's last 4 years of HP just before the release, this book doesn't ring true to the essence JKR had originally created with the first 4. Something with the plot just isn't right. Usually everything JKR does is very well thought out, but in this Year at Hogworts, things are definitely "muddled". Harry is overwhelmed by what he saw at the end of the Triwizard Tournament and by the lack of attention he has received from his friends and confidants. He is a very angry young man, prone to speak out against anyone who doesn't agree with him. Harry's crush with Cho Chang is resolved. You find out very little about Lily Evans Potter, and you get a peek into Snape's pensive. Neville springs into action, and the Dumbledore Army holds secret lessons in Dark Arts due to the Ministry of Magic controlling the DADA curriculum. A dear "figure" in Harry's life sacrifices his own life to save Harry. And you find out why Voldemort went after Harry on the night his parents were murdered. You'll discover who are the prefects, what Fred and George did with their Triwizard money that Harry gave them and you'll learn lots of background in regards to pureblood families. But somehow, you'll feel that JKR's heart wasn't in to making this her best book. Here's hoping that year 6 brings back the magic now that all the ingredients for the "great war" have been put into position.
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Summary: Best of the series (so far)
Review: This is a great book. It starts out a bit slow, but it picks up about one-third of the way though. This book is, by far, the funniest out of all of them, too. At certain parts I couldn't help but break out laughing hysterically. This is a great book and I recommend you buy it when you get the chance. Steve
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Summary: Very deep. Much unlike the first four. MUST READ!!!
Review: When first reading, a few things struck me. First of all, not everyone was cheerfully happy as in the other books. Real human emotions were dealt with in this book. It foreboded a story that was highly more involved than the others, a story that would delve far deeper into human intellect, into human minds, than the other Harry Potter books. And I was right. This book is definitely the most profound of its series so far. You feel the frustration, you feel the love, you feel all the emotions as they are brought to the surface in this book. This book truly moves you, and when you're done, you get the feeling that by reading it, you were made part of something profound. A MUST READ!
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Summary: A Wonderful, Fantastic Sequel
Review: This fifth book of the seven book series kept me enthralled and entranced by its pages throughout its entire length. J.K. Rowling did an amazing job creating a sequel that much more than adequately continues the Harry Potter saga and I cannot wait for the 6th book to arrive. I was at first sceptical that this book would not meet the absurdley high standards that had been set by all of its predecessors, yet I was absolutely proven incorrect and I can truly and honestly say, without faltering one bit, that this fifth book is the greatest so far out of the amazing five that have been masterfully written in the past. An awesome read!
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Summary: Order of the Phoenix
Review: This is another volume of the series that I can hardly put down. I have been reading it since it arrived on my doorstep today. It's much darker and brooding then the others, but appropriate for Harry's latest stage in life as an angst-ridden teen.
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Summary: Was not worth the wait
Review: I had very high expectations for this book, because I loved the 4 preceding it. However I think Ms. Rowling does not really know where she is headed with this series, it just gets more and more rambling. The teenage romance was cliched and derivitave. I did not want Harry to be "angry" coming into the book like I heard he would be, but it turns out it was more "disgrunted" than "angry" and of course, Mr. Potter is so politically correct, its less "disgrunted" and more "whining". Oh well...hopefully book 6 will be better :)
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Summary: Another enjoyable adventure.
Review: Having just finished the newest offering from J. K. Rowling I must say that this book is a great addition to the Harry Potter series. She keeps you reading until the last page. Her writing just seems to get better every book. Keep them coming.
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Summary: Best Book yet: Fascinating
Review: In this book, everything comes together as we head twoards the climax of the series. Not only is Voldermort back, but so is sirius, Lupin, and Made-eye, who combine in a secret society to fight evil. While the ministry continues in darkness to conduct activities, this group called the Order of the Phoniex recognizes the undeniable fact that Lord Voldermort is back. Not only is this book fast paced, and a great sequel: it has a fascinating political scenario for the Wizarding world. Never before has fantasy been so well woven together with the regular world. A superb book for all ages, well their are some refrences to intimate parts of the body and swearing, it is always done in the most respectful and humorous way. A delightful Book.
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