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bi_n_large's review against another edition
adventurous
mysterious
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? No
3.5
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death of parent
Moderate: Murder, Bullying, and Child abuse
Minor: Animal death, Classism, Injury/Injury detail, and Animal cruelty
jhbandcats's review
adventurous
dark
emotional
funny
hopeful
mysterious
sad
tense
fast-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
This has always been my favorite of the Harry Potter books. It’s a huge leap from the second in the series, far more complex and with quite an array of unique, intriguing plot points such as the Shrieking Shack, the Dementors and the chocolate cure, and the Marauder’s Map.
There is a lot more depth to what we learn about the town of Hogsmeade, its stores and their wares, including the tasty treats at the Three Broomsticks pub and Honeydukes candy shop, and all the mayhem that can be purchased from the joke shop. Fred and George Weasley, lively troublemakers, show off their favorites to their mother’s and teachers’ dismay.
There’s all sorts of clever wordplay - “Sirius” and “Remus Lupin” are my two favorite. There are funny bits about spells gone wrong, including one with errant vegetables. There’s further character development with Hermione’s unexpected sassiness adding pizzazz - plus it humanizes her and makes her more lovable, which is sometimes challenging given her absolute focus on rules and studying.
I could read this book another five times and still not grow tired of it.
There is a lot more depth to what we learn about the town of Hogsmeade, its stores and their wares, including the tasty treats at the Three Broomsticks pub and Honeydukes candy shop, and all the mayhem that can be purchased from the joke shop. Fred and George Weasley, lively troublemakers, show off their favorites to their mother’s and teachers’ dismay.
There’s all sorts of clever wordplay - “Sirius” and “Remus Lupin” are my two favorite. There are funny bits about spells gone wrong, including one with errant vegetables. There’s further character development with Hermione’s unexpected sassiness adding pizzazz - plus it humanizes her and makes her more lovable, which is sometimes challenging given her absolute focus on rules and studying.
I could read this book another five times and still not grow tired of it.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death of parent, Emotional abuse, Grief, Mental illness, Bullying, Classism, Murder, Violence, and Confinement
warlockdorian's review against another edition
adventurous
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
2.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Cultural appropriation, Death of parent, Racial slurs, Fatphobia, Grief, Bullying, Animal cruelty, Child abuse, Classism, Alcoholism, Antisemitism, Domestic abuse, Emotional abuse, Racism, and Xenophobia
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