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A review by opheliapo
The Tales of Beedle the Bard by J.K. Rowling
5.0
I have come back to this collection of stories several times since its publication, and each time I am reminded of just how charming it is. Short children's stories set in the Harry Potter universe give J.K. Rowling the ability to be at her most playful, especially when writing through the voice of her own beloved character, Albus Dumbledore.
I do not think the merits of this book end with the Harry Potter fanbase, although the tidbits of information relating to the original series do act as a friendly wink. Rather, the stories themselves are cleverly formed, memorable and repeatable, and the commentary is amusing, whether or not you are interested in the lore.
I do not think the merits of this book end with the Harry Potter fanbase, although the tidbits of information relating to the original series do act as a friendly wink. Rather, the stories themselves are cleverly formed, memorable and repeatable, and the commentary is amusing, whether or not you are interested in the lore.