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sunnycollins_'s review against another edition
adventurous
dark
mysterious
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0
This has been, by far, my favorite book of the series. Everything about it just felt... better; the characters, the writing, the world building, all of it.
The further I get into the series the more I find that it's not the characters that I'm drawn to, it's the world. Getting a look into Voldemort's background + family history is really cool and makes the world around Hogwarts feel more storied and realistic.
That being said, I did really enjoy the arcs that each of the main characters went on over the course of the book. Everyone felt a bit more mature in this book which was much appreciated after five straight books of childish arguments between the trio.
The last few chapters were heartbreaking, especially the last chapter with Dumbledore's funeral and Harry coming to terms with the fact that he is now responsible for defeating the Dark Lord.
On a sillier note, Professor Slughorn is one of my favorite teachers so I'm always happy to see more of him. I think that his character does a great job of adding a bit of the, now classic, "silly wizard stuff" to this book's rather dark plot.
Overall this book was an excellent read and I can't wait to finish off the series.
The further I get into the series the more I find that it's not the characters that I'm drawn to, it's the world. Getting a look into
That being said, I did really enjoy the arcs that each of the main characters went on over the course of the book. Everyone felt a bit more mature in this book which was much appreciated after five straight books of childish arguments between the trio.
The last few chapters were
On a sillier note, Professor Slughorn is one of my favorite teachers so I'm always happy to see more of him. I think that his character does a great job of adding a bit of the, now classic, "silly wizard stuff" to this book's rather dark plot.
Overall this book was an excellent read and I can't wait to finish off the series.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death, Murder, and Blood
Moderate: Violence, Injury/Injury detail, and Death of parent
Minor: Animal death, Alcohol, and Bullying
mconroy9137's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
informative
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.75
Content Warnings
Graphic: Child abuse, Murder, Death, Torture, Violence, War, and Death of parent
Moderate: Grief, Alcohol, Xenophobia, Bullying, Medical content, Blood, Body horror, Racism, Classism, Injury/Injury detail, and Racial slurs
Minor: Fire/Fire injury, Misogyny, Toxic relationship, and Vomit
louisegraveyard's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
emotional
funny
mysterious
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Injury/Injury detail, Classism, Death, Abandonment, Child abuse, Death of parent, Emotional abuse, and Bullying
Moderate: Violence and Murder
caitlyn_rehs's review against another edition
adventurous
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Content Warnings
Minor: Abandonment, Alcohol, Blood, Death of parent, Injury/Injury detail, Animal death, Bullying, Death, Grief, and Murder
housedesignerking's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
dark
emotional
hopeful
informative
lighthearted
mysterious
reflective
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
I wAs very much interested while reading the first chapter. Reading how the Minister of Magic had to make visits to the Muggle Prime Minister, whom I sarcastically pictured as Tony Blair. The hilarious reactions when Fudge appeared through the Fireplace, I couldn't help but laugh. To no surprise, the books always go into more detail than the movie versions, as i've mentioned incessantly, so it was also interesting to read Snape's explanation as to how and why he wasn't there for the Dark Lord on so many occasions.
We follow Harry as he tries to figure out what Draco Malfoy is up to, as well as seeking something from the Professor who recently returned to Hogwarts as to aid the Headmaster in an imperative mission against the Darkest Wizard of all time. Complications arise amidst Harry's sudden feelings for his best mate's sister. Harry gets to kiss Ginny....Lucky son of a ...Imagine trying to save the world and your heart is falling for someone at the same time. Which do you pick?
Once again, J.K. Rowling takes the reader through a surprisingly logical trip through fantasy. Half Blood Prince is a literary masterpiece along with much desired light-hearted moments. I find myself at a loss of words because I literally have nothing bad to say about this book. Well, I did get caught up in the emotions when someone died..or was murdered, rather. I guess that would be my one bad thing to say, that I wish that person didn't have to die, but it was apparently imperative in the long run. I had to re-read the chapter with the battle afterward where the teacher's and students stand up to defend the school, only because heh heh, it wasn't in the movie...correction, it was kept OUT of the movie.
The sad part is that I NOW understand why so many Potterheads were so disappointed with the movie with the same title. So much was changed, so much was left out. Only in reading these books am I coming to a better understanding of this story line. Especially, the Villian's Daddy Issues. J.K. Rowling truly did deliver an Enthralling National Best Seller and I can obviously see why every book in the series was a best seller.
Just a random note, I love the character Tonks LoL. She's so spunky.
(SEE EDIT NOTE BELOW MY NOTES)
My notes:
September 15, 2011... page 38, 5.83%: "Just started reading and the first two chapters already showcase differences when I compare them to my memory of the movie version. The book is already much more interesting even though the movie is one of my favourites in the 8 movie series."
September 16, 2011... page 168, 25.77%: "Crestfallen. It's official that the movies do not match the books that much. I know that they have to 'hollywood' things up, so i'm not gonna complain though. I'm at the part where they students just arrived at Hogwarts for another year."
September 17, 2001... page 188, 28.83%: "Just read about Snape's second ever 'Defense Against The Dark Arts,' class. The first, of course, being in the Prisoner of Azkaban book. Really wish this second class had been in the movie."
-
--page 214, 32.82%: "Wow! Just read an entire two chapters, pretty much, that weren't even in the movie version! Fascinating, despite what Tom Riddle Jr turned into."
-
--Page 274, 42.02%: "Okay. Finally came to a couple things that WERE in the movie. Not too concerned about what they cut out tho. It's interesting how different the events unfold when u compare the movie to the book."
September 18, 2011... page 298, 45.71%: "LMFAO!! I love Ginny!! After the quidditch match, because of the new commentator's a(Zacharias Smith) annoying words, she flew her broom crashing into the stands where he was sitting so that wood and debris fell on him. Classic!! An irate McGonagall and Ginny simply says, "Sorry Professor! Forgot to brake!" CLASSIC!!"
September 19, 2011... page 390, 59.82%: "Hmm. Apparation lessons. The idea is interesting. Focus on where you wanna go, in the case of the lesson, go through the hoop and land on the other side on the floor. Start by twisting yourself around and going through the hoop...be careful, you could splinch yourself. Amusing, but horrifying."
-
--page 442, 67.79%: "Hmm..a possible alternative future prevented for Voldemort by two different Headmasters of Hogwarts. Interesting."
September 20, 2011... page 513, 78.68%: "This book is amazing! Obviously, books explain more in detail than when they turn it into a movie; I understand the logic of Horcruxes even more now. The logic, despite the fantasy, makes sense."
-
--page 533, 81.75%: "Ginny gets kissed by Harry after they managed to win the Quidditch match and the Cup, without Harry as Captain...Lucky son of a ..."
We follow Harry as he tries to figure out what Draco Malfoy is up to, as well as seeking something from the Professor who recently returned to Hogwarts as to aid the Headmaster in an imperative mission against the Darkest Wizard of all time. Complications arise amidst Harry's sudden feelings for his best mate's sister. Harry gets to kiss Ginny....Lucky son of a ...Imagine trying to save the world and your heart is falling for someone at the same time. Which do you pick?
Once again, J.K. Rowling takes the reader through a surprisingly logical trip through fantasy. Half Blood Prince is a literary masterpiece along with much desired light-hearted moments. I find myself at a loss of words because I literally have nothing bad to say about this book. Well, I did get caught up in the emotions when someone died..or was murdered, rather. I guess that would be my one bad thing to say, that I wish that person didn't have to die, but it was apparently imperative in the long run. I had to re-read the chapter with the battle afterward where the teacher's and students stand up to defend the school, only because heh heh, it wasn't in the movie...correction, it was kept OUT of the movie.
The sad part is that I NOW understand why so many Potterheads were so disappointed with the movie with the same title. So much was changed, so much was left out. Only in reading these books am I coming to a better understanding of this story line. Especially, the Villian's Daddy Issues. J.K. Rowling truly did deliver an Enthralling National Best Seller and I can obviously see why every book in the series was a best seller.
Just a random note, I love the character Tonks LoL. She's so spunky.
(SEE EDIT NOTE BELOW MY NOTES)
My notes:
September 15, 2011... page 38, 5.83%: "Just started reading and the first two chapters already showcase differences when I compare them to my memory of the movie version. The book is already much more interesting even though the movie is one of my favourites in the 8 movie series."
September 16, 2011... page 168, 25.77%: "Crestfallen. It's official that the movies do not match the books that much. I know that they have to 'hollywood' things up, so i'm not gonna complain though. I'm at the part where they students just arrived at Hogwarts for another year."
September 17, 2001... page 188, 28.83%: "Just read about Snape's second ever 'Defense Against The Dark Arts,' class. The first, of course, being in the Prisoner of Azkaban book. Really wish this second class had been in the movie."
-
--page 214, 32.82%: "Wow! Just read an entire two chapters, pretty much, that weren't even in the movie version! Fascinating, despite what Tom Riddle Jr turned into."
-
--Page 274, 42.02%: "Okay. Finally came to a couple things that WERE in the movie. Not too concerned about what they cut out tho. It's interesting how different the events unfold when u compare the movie to the book."
September 18, 2011... page 298, 45.71%: "LMFAO!! I love Ginny!! After the quidditch match, because of the new commentator's a(Zacharias Smith) annoying words, she flew her broom crashing into the stands where he was sitting so that wood and debris fell on him. Classic!! An irate McGonagall and Ginny simply says, "Sorry Professor! Forgot to brake!" CLASSIC!!"
September 19, 2011... page 390, 59.82%: "Hmm. Apparation lessons. The idea is interesting. Focus on where you wanna go, in the case of the lesson, go through the hoop and land on the other side on the floor. Start by twisting yourself around and going through the hoop...be careful, you could splinch yourself. Amusing, but horrifying."
-
--page 442, 67.79%: "Hmm..a possible alternative future prevented for Voldemort by two different Headmasters of Hogwarts. Interesting."
September 20, 2011... page 513, 78.68%: "This book is amazing! Obviously, books explain more in detail than when they turn it into a movie; I understand the logic of Horcruxes even more now. The logic, despite the fantasy, makes sense."
-
--page 533, 81.75%: "Ginny gets kissed by Harry after they managed to win the Quidditch match and the Cup, without Harry as Captain...Lucky son of a ..."
Content Warnings
Moderate: Death of parent and Death
sophie42's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: War, Violence, Death, Death of parent, Murder, Injury/Injury detail, Grief, Fire/Fire injury, and Blood
Moderate: Alcohol, Animal death, Animal cruelty, Bullying, Mass/school shootings, and Medical content
Minor: Vomit
kelly_e's review
adventurous
dark
emotional
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Title: Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince
Author: J.K. Rowling
Series: Harry Potter #6
Genre: YA Fantasy
Rating: 5.0
Pub Date: July 16, 2005
T H R E E • W O R D S
Breathtaking • Fast-paced • Profound
📖 S Y N O P S I S
Harry's sixth year at Hogwarts has gotten off to an unusual start. It's the middle of summer and Harry is anxiously awaiting a visit from Professor Dumbledore in his bedroom at the Dursleys' house on Privet Drive. The last time Harry saw him - when he was in a one-to-one duel with Lord Voldemort himself.
💭 T H O U G H T S
There are parts of Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince that I absolutely forgot about (like the main thing that happens), and I loved the bittersweet feeling I got like I was reading for the first time. It certainly made me feel all of the emotions, and I think this will likely end up being my favourite in the series this go round.
This installment made me take a step back and really realize all of the difficult things that have happened to Harry throughout his life. Re-reading this series as an adult has opened my eyes to the reality that Harry isn't invincible, despite the magical world. This book is an ode to friendship and I think that was definitely needed. Harry and Ginny's budding relationship is one of my favourite parts throughout the whole series. When I first read it, I never saw all the foreshadowing, but with this re-read I have appreciated that so much and just love them together so much.
Book 6 has offered a lot of answers, but has also left so much unanswered. It has set up for the finally installment nicely. I really loved my re-read, and Jim Dale's narration is fabulous once again. I am not sure if I am ready for this series to end, but will look forward to reading book 7 next month.
📚 R E C O M M E N D • T O
• readers of all ages!
🔖 F A V O U R I T E • Q U O T E S
"It is the unknown we fear when we look upon death and darkness, nothing more."
"Age is foolish and forgetful when it underestimates youth."
"Greatness inspires envy, envy engenders spite, spite spawns lies."
Author: J.K. Rowling
Series: Harry Potter #6
Genre: YA Fantasy
Rating: 5.0
Pub Date: July 16, 2005
T H R E E • W O R D S
Breathtaking • Fast-paced • Profound
📖 S Y N O P S I S
Harry's sixth year at Hogwarts has gotten off to an unusual start. It's the middle of summer and Harry is anxiously awaiting a visit from Professor Dumbledore in his bedroom at the Dursleys' house on Privet Drive. The last time Harry saw him - when he was in a one-to-one duel with Lord Voldemort himself.
💭 T H O U G H T S
There are parts of Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince that I absolutely forgot about (like the main thing that happens), and I loved the bittersweet feeling I got like I was reading for the first time. It certainly made me feel all of the emotions, and I think this will likely end up being my favourite in the series this go round.
This installment made me take a step back and really realize all of the difficult things that have happened to Harry throughout his life. Re-reading this series as an adult has opened my eyes to the reality that Harry isn't invincible, despite the magical world. This book is an ode to friendship and I think that was definitely needed. Harry and Ginny's budding relationship is one of my favourite parts throughout the whole series. When I first read it, I never saw all the foreshadowing, but with this re-read I have appreciated that so much and just love them together so much.
Book 6 has offered a lot of answers, but has also left so much unanswered. It has set up for the finally installment nicely. I really loved my re-read, and Jim Dale's narration is fabulous once again. I am not sure if I am ready for this series to end, but will look forward to reading book 7 next month.
📚 R E C O M M E N D • T O
• readers of all ages!
🔖 F A V O U R I T E • Q U O T E S
"It is the unknown we fear when we look upon death and darkness, nothing more."
"Age is foolish and forgetful when it underestimates youth."
"Greatness inspires envy, envy engenders spite, spite spawns lies."
Content Warnings
Graphic: Murder, Death, Injury/Injury detail, Violence, and Grief
Moderate: Torture, Death of parent, Blood, and Bullying
Minor: Ableism, Fatphobia, and Misogyny
jhbandcats's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
emotional
mysterious
sad
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Towards the end of the Harry Potter series, the books are increasingly more devastating. It doesn’t matter how ofter I reread them, they still hit me with the same punch. It’s hard to see characters we’ve come to love in such terrible distress. But the story is so compelling, and the books so clever, that they demand to be reread.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Bullying, Classism, Death, Death of parent, Blood, Murder, Violence, Grief, and Injury/Injury detail
lizzy_s4's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
emotional
mysterious
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Sorry about the author but this is the literal best book in existence.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Blood, Alcohol, Bullying, Death of parent, Gore, Injury/Injury detail, Classism, Emotional abuse, Murder, Child death, Cursing, Body horror, Torture, Child abuse, Death, Physical abuse, War, Grief, and Violence
If you read this I can guarantee you will love itmolly_rose's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Murder
Moderate: Mental illness, Physical abuse, Slavery, Torture, Death of parent, Domestic abuse, Bullying, Animal death, Blood, Child abuse, Death, Grief, Abandonment, and Emotional abuse
Minor: War, Classism, Violence, Sexism, Pregnancy, and Misogyny