One of the most anticipated books for me. Hehe, the first time I’ve ever ordered a book! I didn’t do this for previous HP books, but I figured I wouldn’t be able to get time off work to properly queue up for a book so…

Turns out it was the right move!

The book came on Saturday, when I was post call… Haha I ended up not sleeping that day!

The Review

This final book puts a beautiful finishing touch to the entire series. A mesmerising story in a parallel magical world. A world that’s been very real to lots of people, courtesy of the wonderful weaving of the plot and character developement by JK Rowling. The charming love story between Hermione and Ron, Harry’s angst - as a child caught up with burdens beyond even an adult’s shoulder, Neville - who by sheer determination and courage became a hero. And of course Luna, who is unforgettable with her Crumple Horned Snorkack. (in fact she reminds me of Nala).

This final installation wraps up all loose ends really nicely, it’s like how things come full circle. All those characters that are mentioned in passing are revealed and we learn more about the complex magic that involves Harry and You-Know-Who.

The weakest link in this book would be the middle part, which Rowling devoted entirely to having Harry, Hermione and Ron on the run while hunting for the Horcruxes. It’s kind of loosely tied in with the rest of the novel, and makes the reader feel really isolated from the outside world, but I suspect that was her aim.

The final great battle was quite dark, in fact, the entire book is really really dark, it is so not for kids anymore! haha… guess all those kids who were kids when they read book one are now ‘old’ enough to stomach this final installment! It reminded me of the final battles in LOTR…

Hmmm… Just go read the book! I’ve gotta read it again!