The only problem I had with this book was that there were nearly 150 pages of exposition before it started to get to the meat of the book. But the remaining 500 pages are jam-packed with action, and had me wanting more by the end of the book. I just finished the book a half hour ago, and can't wait to start Book 5.
While some readers have indicated that the series takes a dark turn in Book 3 (and to an extent it does), the series really takes a dark turn in this book. The series seems to refocus on Harry vs. Voldemort in this volume, and the tension is palpable throughout.
I also liked the hormonal development of Hermione and Ron, as they're starting to clearly discover the other sex in Year 4 at Hogwarts. Rowling does a very good job of detailing the various insecurities of the characters, and their growing pains. This could arguably be Rowling's great strength in this series, and perhaps what draws so many readers to Harry Potter.
If it wasn't for the drawn out beginning, I would definitely have rated this 5 stars. But this is easily the best book of the series so far, and I'm truly eager to start Book 5 now.
"Harry Potter Goblet of Fire"
2009-06-15
- Reviewed By User: A360KI0SUWKUZ2
"Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire" is a great book - and Jim Dale is unsurpassed in his characterizations, dynamics, and presentation. This audio book is highly recommended to those whom wish to listen to a good book on that long drive to work or a vacation spot!
"They keep getting better...."
2009-06-12
- Reviewed By User: A2HPIH9PMS5LVC
So it is obvious that I am completely tardy to the whole Harry Potter trend.
My wife and I last November began making an effort to read the series and watch the movies as we finished each book. So far, just finishing GoF, each book is better than the last... and I thought Prisoner of Azkaban was amazing.
This book I feel is where I really connected and appreciated the series, where the whole world of HP takes a dark turn and jumps out of it's "kid's book" skin. The ending floored me completely, though I should have seen it coming, but I'll say no more so not to spoil the book for anybody (though, I do feel like the last person on Earth to read it).
There are the typical Harry Potter plot twists throughout the book, but the world of wizards and goblins and elves and hippogryphs etc. is still very fresh.
If for some reason you haven't read this book, do so now, and if you have yet to dive into the HP series you are extremely fortunate because you're in for some great reading.
"Rowling Does It Again"
2009-06-01
- Reviewed By User: A3AMTE8QY2941F
I have read every book in this series multiple times. Goblet of Fire is one of my favorites. I think this book is the one where Harry starts to become an adult. Not only is he thrown into the Tri-wizard Tournament, he also starts to notice girls and experience jealousy. Awww, adolescence.
The book starts out with Harry spending the usual summer at the Dursley's, but we are quickly taken to the Quidditch World Cup. I love the comedy Rowling throws in here, with the tents and the different ways wizards avoid Muggles. However, Harry is soon back at Hogwarts and he faces his usual trials and tribulations, but he (along with the reader) faces horrors he never dreamed about. We finally learn about other schools in the wizarding world, which is great information for lovers of the series.
Following in suit of the other Harry Potter books, Goblet of Fire is full of action and spells and all the things the fans love. Unlike the other books, the book is fairly dark. However, any fan of the series will like this book. It has all the ingredients a good reader loves.
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