cogsofencouragement's review against another edition
4.0
Read the whole series with the kiddos at bedtime. Took us months. Positive themes of friendship, family and putting others before yourself.
alecblythe's review against another edition
4.0
Un mundo tan fantástico me hizo dejar a un lado los libros infantiles y empezar a leer novelas, aunque desgraciadamente ya son pocas las cosas que recuerdo de ellos. Me gustaría volvérmelos a leer, incluyendo también el séptimo, por supuesto.
primadonna28's review against another edition
4.0
I absolutely love the Harry Potter series! I had a great time reading them and getting to know the characters better with each edition. I could never put a book down. It's sad to think I will never read about these characters again. : (
arotella's review against another edition
5.0
LOVE LOVE LOVE. the books that got me interested in reading.
chajara's review against another edition
4.0
I finally finished up to book six of Harry Potter. All of the recommendations were right on. The series is enchanting, charming and a delightful read. Time for book 7.
eilidhmack's review against another edition
5.0
All time favs. Should've read them earlier but still enjoyable at 19.
ashak's review against another edition
5.0
Like the way Rowling builds up concepts and stereotypes and then tarnishes it all by presenting a counter concepts. I especially like the Dumbledore-harry conversations towards the end of each book which neatly encapsulates the philosophy and logic behind each book.
ellizabthomas's review against another edition
5.0
One of the stories from my childhood, it still thrills me when I re-read the book. Truly magical.
plathheart84's review against another edition
4.0
I really just wanted a chance to talk about these books as a whole rather than individuals. For me the only downfall to the series was the order of the phoenix, I found that book full of frustration and although I can say it's clever when an author makes you feel the exact feelings of the protagonist it weighed heavy on me while reading it. I felt like it went on a little too long and the answers we finally received didn't fully satisfy me after the long frustration.
However all of the other books were fantastic. I loved the way Rowling changed her writing style or maybe her style evolved naturally as Harry, Hermione and Ron grew older. The tone of the books changed as everyone became more themselves. The themes of the books have helped me greatly. Throughout the books death is always a sentence away and the message of acceptance over fear shines from the pages. The characters in this series are much beloved for very good reason, Rowling creates believable heroes. All are flawed, even the ones you really think perfect. She truly shows that humanity, grief, greed, anger, sadness and love are a part of all of our journeys. Nobody is above it. We are all made of the same essential stuff, it's just how we decide to use it that matters.
I admire the authors bravery in making her characters as flawed as you and I. There were times when I wanted to scream at Harry, but he got there in the end. I have absolutely adored these books, especially the last two. They broke my heart but also taught me to accept whatever happens. I'm shocked they've meant so much to me. I wasn't expecting to get attached after all this time of avoiding them and writing them off as kids books. But that lady certainly managed to grab me with those wonderful characters. Amazing 🧡
However all of the other books were fantastic. I loved the way Rowling changed her writing style or maybe her style evolved naturally as Harry, Hermione and Ron grew older. The tone of the books changed as everyone became more themselves. The themes of the books have helped me greatly. Throughout the books death is always a sentence away and the message of acceptance over fear shines from the pages. The characters in this series are much beloved for very good reason, Rowling creates believable heroes. All are flawed, even the ones you really think perfect. She truly shows that humanity, grief, greed, anger, sadness and love are a part of all of our journeys. Nobody is above it. We are all made of the same essential stuff, it's just how we decide to use it that matters.
I admire the authors bravery in making her characters as flawed as you and I. There were times when I wanted to scream at Harry, but he got there in the end. I have absolutely adored these books, especially the last two. They broke my heart but also taught me to accept whatever happens. I'm shocked they've meant so much to me. I wasn't expecting to get attached after all this time of avoiding them and writing them off as kids books. But that lady certainly managed to grab me with those wonderful characters. Amazing 🧡