I'm in the middle of the fifth book now (better late than never?) and am struck by the realism of what I thought was a fantasy series for kids. I actually had to put the book down the other day because the character Dolores Umbridge was just too despicable to continue (Of course, I picked it up again later). Death is a constant theme, and, although the subject is magic, ressurrection doesn't seem to be a possibility. Given that so many laws of nature are broken throughout the books, it's odd and refreshing to be reminded by Rowling that her characters are human and suffer all the laws of human nature we do. Adulthood is shown with its politics, weak egos, too strong egos, and hunger for power. And yet, somehow or other, it's a gripping read. Has anyone else out there had a similar Potter reaction?
I agree, Jon. J.K. Rowling has done an amazing job looking into the psyche of a teenage boy. The books are so incredible, not just because of this wonderful other world that was created, but because everyone reading can find a character with which to relate. Harry himself goes through such a range of emotions that he touches all readers, and everyone can relate to him at some point in the books.
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I'm in the middle of the fifth book now (better late than never?) and am struck by the realism of what I thought was a fantasy series for kids. I actually had to put the book down the other day because the character Dolores Umbridge was just too despicable to continue (Of course, I picked it up again later).
Death is a constant theme, and, although the subject is magic, ressurrection doesn't seem to be a possibility. Given that so many laws of nature are broken throughout the books, it's odd and refreshing to be reminded by Rowling that her characters are human and suffer all the laws of human nature we do.
Adulthood is shown with its politics, weak egos, too strong egos, and hunger for power. And yet, somehow or other, it's a gripping read.
Has anyone else out there had a similar Potter reaction?
Jon Tuttle
"...the Goblet of Fire" (the 4th is my all-time favorite.
I agree, Jon. J.K. Rowling has done an amazing job looking into the psyche of a teenage boy. The books are so incredible, not just because of this wonderful other world that was created, but because everyone reading can find a character with which to relate. Harry himself goes through such a range of emotions that he touches all readers, and everyone can relate to him at some point in the books.
I am re-reading all of them to prepare!!!
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