Reviews tagging 'Torture'

Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire by J.K. Rowling

80 reviews

lovelymisanthrope's review against another edition

adventurous challenging 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

4.5

I was excited to dive back into the wizarding world with this installment, because I feel like this is the first big action Harry Potter movie, and it is where the story really takes a dark turn. This book picks up with the gang entering their fourth year at Hogwarts. When they arrive at school, they discover that this year Hogwarts gets to host the Tri-Wizard tournament: a school year long event in which one student from each competing school is selected to compete in a series of magical challenges. Through some malevolent force, Harry's name gets entered into the Goblet of Fire, despite being too young to compete, and Harry once again finds himself trying to prove himself and protect those he loves from he who will not be named.
I loved this book way more than I anticipated. I was on the edge of my seat, waiting for the next scene, even though I knew what was coming! This book is filled with action, but it also starts to show how the Hogwarts gang is growing up. I loved seeing Harry struggle with his first crush, and I really enjoyed seeing everyone's excitement and apprehension about the Yule Ball. Harry might be trying to save the wizarding world from an evil force, but he is still just a kid. This book definitely felt so much darker than the rest of the series, because it highlights the unforgivable curses. 

We have heard about wizards that have been murdered by Voldemort and his following, but this is the first time we actually see it happen. I was devastated by Cedric's death and heartbroken for the things I know are coming. 

 
I did really enjoy the premise of the Tri-Wizard tournament. I think it was a fun break from the normal school year and allowed us readers to explore the magical system in a new and competitive way. 
I cannot wait to continue the series! 

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Death, Murder, and Torture

Moderate: Death of parent

aammeess's review against another edition

adventurous dark mysterious medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Plot
• Strong character development? No
• Loveable characters? It's complicated
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? No

4.0

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Content Warnings

Moderate: Bullying, Genocide, Death, Slavery, and Torture

Minor: War

kbairbooks's review against another edition

adventurous challenging dark emotional funny hopeful lighthearted mysterious reflective sad tense slow-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Plot
• Strong character development? No
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.5

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Death of parent, Injury/Injury detail, Medical trauma, Murder, Torture, Body horror, Classism, Blood, Bullying, Child death, Death, Gore, Grief, Mental illness, and Violence

Minor: Alcohol, Animal cruelty, and Animal death

lindasoderlundd's review against another edition

adventurous dark emotional funny 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

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Torture, Child death, Death, Bullying, and Violence

amiamor's review against another edition

adventurous challenging dark emotional funny hopeful inspiring mysterious reflective 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? No

5.0

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Classism

Moderate: Murder, Child abuse, Violence, Blood, Injury/Injury detail, Death, Torture, and Child death

xphilphil's review against another edition

adventurous emotional medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Plot
• Strong character development? No
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? No

4.5

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Content Warnings

Moderate: Murder and Death

Minor: Torture

maren_hemsath's review against another edition

adventurous dark emotional mysterious medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? N/A
• Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

4.75

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Violence, Murder, Blood, and Torture

Moderate: Grief, Bullying, and Confinement

Minor: Medical content and Animal death

molly_rose's review against another edition

adventurous mysterious tense medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Plot
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? It's complicated
• Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
• Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

3.5

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Slavery, Death, Murder, Violence, and Kidnapping

Minor: War, Torture, Gaslighting, Animal cruelty, Self harm, Confinement, Bullying, Grief, and Child death

ran_sophia's review against another edition

adventurous dark emotional mysterious tense medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Plot
• Strong character development? N/A
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? No

4.0

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Violence

Moderate: Kidnapping, Torture, and Injury/Injury detail

Minor: Death

dxmy_png's review against another edition

adventurous dark 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? No

3.75

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Death

Moderate: Torture and Murder

Minor: Grief