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Summary: Thoughts for Harry
Review: Let me start off first by saying that I enjoyed the book, though it seems to me that Rowling has simply chosen to use this book as a filler and a means to an end. From what I can discern, only three major issues are brought out, and character development is largely squashed by Harry's temper. Ron and Hermione come no closer to realizing what they mean to each other, and though Harry teaches his talents to others, he doesn't display a large improvement himself.
Though I was sad to see a main character die, their involvement in this book is minimal and Rowling shows no effort to make the reader more fond of the character during this book. I think overall the book draws on the reader's emotional attachment in past books rather than developing a further empathy.
I still love the Potter series, and anxiously await more novels, but Rowling seems to have held back in the Order of Phoenix. I only hope she has a reason for this (maybe the next books will be that much better for it?).
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Summary: Worth a read but don't put your life on hold
Review: Well, after a 3 year wait, book 5 is behind me. Was it worth the read? Yes. Was it worth the length? NO! Book 5 is a much darker, meaner, more grim Harry Potter than the previous four. Truthfully, around page 400 I wanted to quit! With that said, I gave the book 3 stars because the ending was worth waiting for. Not only does it tie up the events from book 5, but it answers some of the questions left unanswered through the first four books. And while I look forward to book 6, it is with less anticipation than I felt looking towards book 5.
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Summary: Best Book!
Review: So far out of the whole Harry Potter series, this one is by far (by my account) the most indepth. Not only in this book do you learn new secrets about Lily and James, but you also learn why Voldie hates and wants to kill Harry. I loved this book so much, but it was terribly sad. I won't say what happened, but it made me cry, for a whole chapter. There are characters in here that are to die for and you will absolutely love, and there are some you will want to hex to oblivion. Harry goes through many trials while, sometimes and sometimes not, with holding his temper. His trials range from and in between school, Voldemort, and girls. Some may, and some may not enjoy this diffrent style of writing, but I found it rather enjoyable. All in all, this book was definatly not a let down and I loved it very much. Make sure this is a definate you read this summer!
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Summary: Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix
Review: Once again, JK Rowling weaves an incredible tale of magic, wonder and pain in her fifth book. Harry is growing up and at the awkward age of 15, stumbles between child and man as he deals with dementors, detractors and destroyers. I felt the book was terribly dark and heavy...so much pain and torture and angst for this vulnerable boy. Rarely, a little levity shone through, but all in all, I felt sad rather than happy having read it. Yet the author again creates a fantastic world that seems so real at times, I actually think I might see some magical creature out of the corner of my eye...and I really wish I could carry a wand! A wonderful but painful part of the series, I hope book six is soon in coming. I want to know more, feel more, see more of this compelling adventure.
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Summary: amazing
Review: this book was even better than i expected it to be. it was funny, dramatic, and entertaining at all times. there was never a point throughout the book that i felt myself becoming bored with the storyline. eeeeveryone should read this book. there is also a lot of explanations to the pressing questions that we have been pondering since the first book, so that is great. Overall this book was, as a stated above AMAZING. And everyone should have a chance to experience the wonderful literature that is harry potter. p.s. the title character does get kind of annoying at times with his persistent ranting and raving.. but...
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Summary: Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix
Review: Of all the books that J.K. Rowling has put out, I would have to say that this one is easily the best. Her vibrant use of language coupled with her gift for creating suspense creates a wonderful tale which whisks the reader away to the magical world of her characters. The many twists and turns in the storylind leave the readeron the edge of their seat, and the vivid descriptons of the people and places captivate the mind. This book is truly superb.
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Summary: as good as expected
Review: I received this book on the day of release but didn't open it until I had a day off. I suspected that I wouldn't want to put down until I'd finished reading the whole story. I was right. Ms. Rowling is very gifted at helping us to feel what Harry feels so the beginning of the book leaves the reader feeling a bit unsettled and not entirely happy. The story is one of uncertainly and conflict, one that will probably not be resolved until the last book of the series arrives at it's final page. As with the stories preceding this one, the current piece of the larger conflict between Lord Voldemort and his followers and the rest of the wizarding world is carefully built until the confrontation at the climax of this installment of the story. It's a great story and a satisfying read. I find myself impatient now for the publication of Book 6 in the series.
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Summary: Adolescence is never fun
Review: In fact, it's almost scarier going through it vicariously the second time, this time with Harry Potter. Oh, yes, the boy wizard is back. As are Ron, Hermione, Hagrid, Ginny and Neville. But wait, are there more Scoobies to add to the gang? And what about the threat of He-Who-Must-Not-Be-Named? Never fear, all your answers will be found after reading the book -- and then some! New allegiances, disappearances, gadgets and gizmos abound, but probably the most enjoyable aspect is how Harry deals with life and adolescence. He stands up to his cousin, his friend and makes rash decisions when authority figures rain on his parade. We've all been there and done that. In fact, many still do. And that's a big reason why adults have embraced the previous four novels, and have this one too (well, so far . . . ). There's a little bit of Harry in everyone. No matter how false the bravado or how real the fear, there's a little wizard inside everyone who just wants to jump on their Nimbus and go play some Quidditch. If I could, I'd give this book 10 stars. I started reading it Saturday, and except for my job, I scarcely put it down. J.K. Rowling certainly has lost none of her touch or love for the characters. I can't wait for the next installment. Now, if you'll excuse me, I must be off to Platform 9 3/4, as the next train to Hogwarts is leaving.
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Summary: Worth the Wait
Review: I started reading Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix last night at 7 p.m. and only stopped at 6 a.m. when I couldn't concentrate on the words any longer. And this morning I woke up and finished it. That's just how addictive this book is.
I had been forewarned by watching interviews of J.K. Rowling that Harry would be quite a different person in this book... but I didn't expect that much of a change.
The beginning... about 150 pages of it, is dedicated to Harry's mounting frustration over not having contact with anyone in the wizarding world. He does cool down a bit after that, but the rest of the book is sprinkled with his moodiness and suspicion. But hey, he IS fifteen, and that attitude does generally go along with the age.
I think in a way Harry's mood swings actually add to the character. Now readers can see that he isn't just an abused orphan boy with a heart of gold... he's a person with real feelings and emotions that he is struggling to control.
Enough about that. There are some great surprises in this book that I doubt almost anyone saw coming. J.K. Rowling did an excellent job on this book. Overall, I would say the book is magnificent, although I do wish certain characters would have shown up before the halfway point. And I would reccommend rereading the fourth book before beginning the fifth. Read them all again, if you can, because there are more references to previous years in this installment than in previous ones.
My advice to someone thinking about buying this book: Do it now.
And my advice to someone about to read it: Give yourself plenty of time. Once you get a few chapters in it'll be harder than you think to put down. The worst thing I can think of about Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix is that now that I've finished it, I can't stand the wait until the next book.
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Summary: Worth every penny
Review: I had been counting the days till the arival of this book. I have to say I couldn't put it down. In fact I finished it in a day. It is more serious and darker than any other Harry Potter book. It was beyond my expectations and I am sure any Harry Potter fan will love it.
I couls identify more with Harry and the emotions he was feeling. I colud feel and understand every emotion he felt, from the hatred he felt towards the new teacher to the sadness towards the death of a very loved one. J.K. had me guessing who was going to die, and I'm not going to tell you, all I can say is that I'm crying...
I would like to say more about the book but I can't seem to find the right words for I have just finished the book and still can't believe the last four chapters. All I can say is that it's worth reading every single word. ....
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