Extra Books – to May 28

(I didn’t read these all in the past week, they’re from the past who knows how long [as well as this week], but I’m finally noting them down now.)

Ehm. I read this a month or two ago and didn’t make any notes…not my favourite Potter book. I didn’t really care for the ‘romance’ bits, but as usual I liked the interaction between Hermione and Ron. That’s all I can say. ^^;

What I like most about this series is probably the cast of characters. So many! All diverse, with distinct personalities and names, even if some of them are stereotypical. I like the balance between children/kids/teens and adults. I love stories where each age group is engaged with one another and well matched.
It’s in this book that a lot of the characters mature; there is definitely a lot of teenage angst on Harry’s part (but who can blame him?). Another thing I enjoy about the series, following the cast of schoolmates and watching them grow and change and mature.
I like the bit with Aunt Petunia near the beginning – what a great hook! I know she has a pretty important role later on, but I can’t recall it, so I am looking forward to that.
I remembered while reading this book that the HP series was where I learned the term ‘sacked.’ By the way. I also remember that this was the first HP that I waited for (as in, by the time I started paying attention to the series, the first four books were out). I can’t remember how I felt at Sirius’ death, though. Probably pissed off.
I loved the scene where Harry is raging in Dumbledore’s office. I think that was brilliantly done.