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Summary: Another great addition to the Potter series
Review: Rowling has done it again with another terrific addition to the Harry Potter books. This book has everything the other three books had that made them so delightful for children and adults. Highly recommended!
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Summary: Great book
Review: Sure led up to all the hype. Don't want to give away the ending so all I want to tell you is that it's a great book. Believe me if you like any of the first three you'll love this!
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Summary: Harry does it again
Review: First off, I loved the book. I roared through it for most of Saturday. This is not a young child's book. The darkness that people noticed in "Prisoner of Azkaban" is even more pronounced in "Goblet of Fire." In tone, this series reminds me a lot of Susan Cooper's "Dark is Rising" books but with a good deal of levening humor. I was actually surprised at how well "Goblet of Fire" hung together since it logically divides into two major parts - the World Quidditch Cup and the fourth year at Hogwarts. I am also amazed and impressed at how consistent the main characters (Harry, Ron, and Hermione) remain, while continuing to grow into adulthood (wizardhood?). There are some great new characters too(I really liked Krum and Moody) as well as all the old favorites. In fact, one of the few complaints I have is juggling all of the new characters' stories made the middle of the book a little diffuse. I could have done without the Bagman subplot, although I expect it sets up something for later. On the other hand, Neville's parents' story really floored me. Poor kid. And Harry's ordeal at the end of the book is incredibly intense. Which brings me to my final complaint. DO YOU MEAN I HAVE TO WAIT A WHOLE YEAR TO FIND OUT WHAT HAPPENS NEXT?
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Summary: Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire
Review: Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire was my favorite Harry Potter book. It was well written and I could not put it down. I liked how you never knew who the bad guy was. I even felt nervous when Harry was in trouble- I was scared for him. I felt that J. K. Rowling had the book planned out, she did not just think of the story as she went along. she knew what she was going to write, and even gave hints to what was going to happen. She kept on talking about what had happened in previous Harry Potter books, so I recommmend skimming through the other books so you will understand. Harry Potter is able to go to the Quidditch Cup with Hermione and Ron! He even gets to see Krim, the seeker for the Bulgarian team! Harry is in his fourth year at Hogwarts, and being his usual self, gets in trouble. He makes friends with the new Dark Arts teacher, who used to be an Auror, or a dark wiozard catcher! In this book, Harry makes new friends, and unfortunately almost loses some. Malfoy is as bad as always, and is making this year hard. In this book, Harry faces new and exicting chalenges. I really enjoyed this book, and recommend it to everyone.
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Summary: Longer, but stronger!
Review: (Actual rating: 4.5 stars...see below) The sheer size of the book may be daunting at first look (600+ for the British and Canadian versions, 700+ for the US versions). But that shouldn't stop most Potter fans from trying to read it in one sitting! If you're new to the series, this is not a good book to begin with, as explanations for characters, motivations and events that are key to the series are scattered throughout the text, and the book will be much more appreciated (and understood!) if you are already familiar with the series.Rowling's writing has, I feel, improved as the series has continued. Her handling of the trials and problems of the teenaged Harry and his friends is excellent, adding weight and meaning to the action and the whimsy. Her writing style is just right for her audience, but even adults will find places where her writing is quite funny. Rowling's works have moved away from being just fantasy for the sake of fantasy: the characters (main and supporting both) feel, grow and change, existing in more than just a cardboard fantasy set. Her characters are well fleshed out, realistically motivated, and are firmly placed in a solidly-plotted and complicated world. There is real-world relevance here for the reader, an examination and confrontation of philosophical issues such as good and evil, maturity, jealously, and friendship, and other(dare we say it?) adult themes. The fact that these are essential problems in the story set it apart from much lighter, escape-oriented fiction. There are some minor problems with the work, but nothing that will distract most readers who get caught up in the action, the danger, and the sheer pleasure of watching these characters interact in their imaginative world. This book is not exactly slow in starting, but it is long in starting (due to the episode of the Quidditch World Cup, which is nearly a book in itself). But the opening still leads well into the rest of the book, and becomes an essential part of the narrative. I rate this book 4.5 stars simply because of the problem of the length of the pre-Hogwarts section of the book--it's almost like reading a short story or novella inserted before the novel. Readers who are used to the opening to the books so far(i.e. escape from the Dursleys leading quickly to the train to Hogwarts) may find this a difficult lump of text to get over. Quidditch fans, of course, will love it! Having read Canadian versions of all the books, I am displeased by the decision of the USA publishers to "Americanize" certain terms--I believe that they are not giving children credit for their intelligence in dealing with new terma and vocabulary. This book contains more of the same things that Harry Potter fans are looking for, along with a slightly greater depth and sophistication that are a welcome addition to the series. I look forward to reading these with my future children.
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Summary: Harry Potter IV Contines Rawling's Tradition of Excellence!
Review: What can I say? The Harry Potter books just keep getting better and better. The series which began with only a 250 page book has gradually produced longer and longer sequels which culminate in the 751 page of Book 4. The Goblet of Fire was an amazing book which continues the plot threads left behind in Book 3. Although a lot of people have seen fit to view the Harry Potter books in a rather negative light, I can assure you that there is nothing negative within these books. Instead, the stories open up an entirely new and wholly imaginative world to the young (and old) mind. Do not make the assumption that these books are only for children. They are not. Harry Potter is a series for all ages. Whether you are young or old, you shall enjoy the books for their imaginative plots and wonderfully endearing characters. Indeed, I'm sure that I echo the sentiments of Harry Potter fans everywhere when I say that I can't wait for Book 5 to arrive and pick up the story that Bookd 1-4 began...
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Summary: The best of the series!
Review: I was so excited to get my copy of Goblet of Fire on Saturday (thanks Amazon). I was not disappointed with this book at all. In the style of the previous books in the series, it was engaging and entertaining and a real page-turner. I read the whole 700+ page book in a weekend because I was enjoying it so much. Many of the beloved characters from previous books are back, and the new characters added are very entertaining, particularly the new Defense Against Dark Arts teacher. If you haven't bought this book yet, get it now! A great read for children and adults alike, I would recommend it to anyone.
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Summary: fascinating
Review: This book is the best out of all four books, in my opinion.It's full of suspense and mystery.The ending has an unexpected twist and leaves you wondering what happens next.BUY IT!
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Summary: THIS BOOK ROCKS!
Review: This book is DEFINATLY the best in the Harry Potter series, and probably one of the best books I've ever read. It's really, really, exciting and adverturous, with lots of twists. It helps if you've read the oter tree, but if you haven't, oh well. You have GOT to read this book. It's 734 pages, and I couldn't stop reading it. I read it in two days.
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Summary: The death of innocence in Harry's little universe.
Review: I finished reading this book last night and while I can say in all honesty that I LOVED the first three books, this one left a very bad taste in my mouth. The character developement is still good, the story line is a continuation of the other three books, and she did a good job of making the three main characters seem older. However, having let my 9 year old daughter read the first three on her own, there is no way I can let her read this one by herself. The cruelty in this one, as well as the graphic description of a self mutilation, and the thinly disguised comparison of the The Dark One's followers and Nazi's make me really hesitate to let her read this one on her own. The first three books were innocent, this one is definitely not.
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