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Summary: Not the best but still very enjoyable
Review: While being another enjoyable book in the series, I certainly don't think it's the best one. Completely undaunted by the page count, I did feel that the story dragged here and there - almost like Rowling *wanted* the book to be that long.I was, however, most unhappy with the ending; I felt that Dumbledore's confession, the situation with Sirius (and his mirror?! hello! can we say plot hole?!) and few other odds and ends just seemed rushed and lazy. I still enjoyed it immensely and still recommend the series to friends as entertaining reading, but the ending just seemed a little sloppy.
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Summary: The Best One Yet
Review: Overall I thoroughly enjoyed this book. J.K. Rowling has risen above the 'Harry Hype' to deliver an in-depth, mature and somewhat darker novel than her previous works, that still contains the imagination and wonder that made the previous 4 books so magical. Harry Potter himself has undergone some major character development. Now an angst-filled and somewhat moody teen the reader is introduced to sides of Harry's character not previously seen as he undergoes another tumultuous year at Hogwarts. The story line is gripping and suspenseful, punctuated by a tragic twist that will leave few dry eyes. Although containing 800+ pages this is a definite children's classic, can't recommend it highly enough.
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Summary: Warning - Do Not Read if You Don't Want Any Clues
Review: I'll try to keep the spoilers to a minimum, but if you don't want to know anything at all about this book before you read it for yourself, stop reading this review now. Also, remember this is just my opinion; it's not meant as a statement of fact. Okay, at nearly 900 pages, I really wanted to feel more glad I had spent the time on this book than I did. But by the time I was done, I found myself nearly as irritable and depressed as Harry was throughout most of the story. Talk about adolescent angst! And who can blame him? Given how the author wrote this year of his life, who wouldn't be angry, sarcastic and anxious most of the time too? Now I know the ongoing theme of these books is not all sunshine and roses. And certainly the teenage years are not easy for some people (though I think, on the whole, teens don't have it nearly as hard as many people make out). But this book had so few bright and happy moments in it that it left me wondering if Ms. Rowling needs medical attention for depression. Yes, there were some laugh-out-loud spots. And I was happy that Christmas turned out well. But all in all, when the book was done, I felt morose. Granted, that had a lot to do with the death of a pivotal character. But Harry needed a break in this story, and he almost never got one (for those of you about to jump down my throat, notice I said ALMOST never). I look forward to the next book mainly because I want to know that Harry will have happier times than he had in his fifth year at Hogwarts. Because if this is what he has to look forward to for the rest of his life, then his entire future is very grim indeed!
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Summary: Alexandra's "Order of the Phoenix Review"
Review: My third favorite Harry Potter book is the long-waited for "Order of the Phoenix." It was extremely funny until the last page of Chapter 35, the page of "the tragic death" where the excitement changes to depression. I particularly enjoyed Chapter Nine: The Woes of Mrs. Weasley, where Ron recieves a surprise in the mail, and Chapter Sixteen: In the Hog's Head, where Hermione takes action with another one of her ideas. Harry's adventure in "Order" deeply involves the mysterious Department of Mysteries in the Ministry of Magic. Harry tries to fight of dreams by learning Occlumency; learns more about Cho Chang; studies for his difficult O. W. L. exams; and learns secrets about his past from Dumbledore. Overall, I think "Order" was the best of the five books until the character dies which makes it too sad, but it is still the funniest! (It took me two days, three hours, and fifty-seven minutes to read "Order").
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Summary: A Change . . . For The Better?
Review: I was quite surprised at how angsty this book seemed, compared to Goblet of Fire and the first three. Rowling's writing style has changed quite a bit since the last book! I haven't yet decided if it's a change for the better or worse, because it does take some getting used to.
As usual, however, Rowling's plot is amazing. Angst aside, this is definitely one of the MUST-READ books of 2003. I have already signed up for book 6 (and will sign up for book 7) at my local bookstore!
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Summary: Great book!!
Review: I read this book in 3 days and it was great! It's dark, and suspenseful as usual. Although it's long at 870 pages, it's well worth it. If you've read all 4 books, this is a must read. You learn so much about the characters and everything just ties together. Not to mention the horrible death!(why JK, why?!) But in all, I would definately recommend this book.
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Summary: The most depressing book I've ever read...
Review: I'm an adult that has been awed by the fantastical series that Rowling has created. However, The Order of the Phoenix is what I'm here to talk about. I must say that while reading it I had the desire to read until the end, and it had a few really great moments. Somehow, though, it left me wondering if I really want to read the last two books at all. It was terribly depressing, so I definately don't recommend it to children. Seeing how violent it was also would deter me from letting anyone under 13 reading this book.
On the positive side, I still have some regard left for Rowling, and as I said before there was enough in it to keep me reading until the end. I suppose that the end gives some satisfaction, but there certainly isn't any closure. This book simply poses more questions.
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Summary: Brilliant, just Brilliant
Review: My daughter and I picked up the book Saturday June 21 at 1:30pm, she finished reading it Sunday June 22 at 11:30pm. I started it Monday afternoon and finished it last night, she had warned me that once you get to a certain page I would not be able to put it down and she was right.
The book flows wonderfully, the characters have grown, as they should, along with the author's skill. There are surprises and shocks along the way. The humor is brilliant you are either giggling or gasping through the entire book. I was pleasantly surprised that the plot was not predictable and kept me interested the entire 840 pages!
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Summary: Harry bids farewell to childhood and a friend
Review: Full of all the familiar friends and introducing some new ones, this has the page-turning suspense and quirky details that have made the H.P. series a continuing success. Harry is 15 now, and has the concerns and reactions of a teenager. Often angry at adults,interested in yet confused by girls, and dealing with adult issues such as grief and loss, Rowling delivers a novel which is much more complex and adult in tone. An excellent book for an older reader, I would recommend that younger readers grow up with the previous books and read them at approximately the same age as Harry.Happy reading!
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Summary: a good book
Review: I hope you enjoy this book as much as I did. It's the best book in the series, better than Prizoner of Azkaban. I was angry with & at Harry. I laughed out loud. I cried for the last 30 pages. It was a reminder of what it was like to be 15 but under extraordinary circumstances. I only hope that the 6th book doesn't take as long as this one to reach the stores. I can't wait for it. I also hope that Ms. Rowling doesn't cash in on this series & keep writing about Harry after his 7th year. I think Harry & the crew from Hogwarts fate is best left to the imagination.
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