Monk vs. Harry Potter

[Franklinnoble]

Originally posted by bamcgee
I finished the Harry Potter book last night.

I just didn't want to stop reading it. It met expectations - like the others, it has sympathetic, lifelike characters in a fantastic world caught up in a powerful series of events. Makes for a great read.
I recommend it to anyone still sitting on the fence about the series- you won't regret it.

That being said, overall I preferred the Fourth book. Frankly, what Voldemort's after this time just didn't seem all that big a deal, and that detracted from the climax's impact, especially when compared to the Fourth's powerful conclusion. She's doing an admirable job of maturing the series however. Less innocence, more anger, more hormones.

It's interesting to me that some posters have started at the fifth book, which I don't recommend. The references to the prior adventures are frequent and likely bewildering at some point. In fact, even though I had read the earlier ones, I had a desire to reread them, especially to touch up on some of the characters. Can't remember Lupin at all, for example. For those new to the series, I envy you. There's a whole new world out there to enjoy.

On the other hand (back to the thread subject), I found the Monk premiere to be somewhat lifeless. Won't be watching it again.

Alright... so, who croaks? My money says it's either Hagrid or Dumbledore...

[QuikSand]

Originally posted by Franklinnoble
Alright... so, who croaks? My money says it's either Hagrid or Dumbledore...

I happen to agree with the prediction, in that order, but...

I think it would be good form to put any spoilers into a thread with an appropriate title. That's been done for other similar instances on this forum, and I think it would avoid any untoward feelings.

[Franklinnoble]

Originally posted by QuikSand
I happen to agree with the prediction, in that order, but...

I think it would be good form to put any spoilers into a thread with an appropriate title. That's been done for other similar instances on this forum, and I think it would avoid any untoward feelings.

I didn't expect him to actually post an answer... I was really just posting my prediction in the form of a rhetorical question... besides, I'm reading the book now with my wife and kids... and would be unable to refrain from making forboding comments about said character whenever he or she was mentioned in the text prior to the actual event.

[Anrhydeddu]

Aww, I'm trying hard not to read the past several threads. I like this discussion but don't spoil it for others (as if I'm going to be reading this anytime soon).

[ISiddiqui]

Can't remember Lupin at all, for example.

It took me a while to equate him with 'werewolf' and animagus with James, Sirius, and Pettigrew/Wormtail. Then I had a slight idea, but still most of its foggy .

[tucker342]

It took me forever to remember who some of the characters were, Lupin especially, I had completely forgotten who he was...

[Airhog]

Originally posted by CamEdwards
no sir, that would be an asshatted thing to do. And as you know, real men don't act like asshats (or wizards, for that matter)

We went to the borders down in norman, we were there from 9 till she got her book at 1:45. Of course we went to walmart afterwards and they had a pallet of them still. go figure

[bamcgee]

somebody does die....

she actually plays around with it for a while. Significantly adds to the tension, as seemingly everyone is in danger.