[rating:5/5]

Well, the Potter series couldn’t have come to a more fitting ending. As a rule, I try not to read reviews of books prior to the time I’ve read them: I had; however, noted that some had stated that this book was a tear jerker. I did not find that to be the case at all. The Deathly Hallows deviated from the others in that a great portion of it takes place outside of Hogwarts. Just the same, the plot took numerous and surprising twists while maintaining my rapt attention. Having now read the entire series, I would have to state that Rowling seemed to mature as a writer as her story progressed. As before; I still don’t consider these books as great “literature” but they are certainly very entertaining. As such, I’m sure that they will continue to delight readers for a very long time.I especially liked they manner in which this final book was filled with all kinds of wonderful surprises. Without saying too much (after all, that would spoil the story), characters continue to develop and finally display their true personalities which, while radically different than what may have been previously revealed, was still enthralling.The only problem I had with Deathly Hollows would be with the epilogue: it was really unnecessary and to be honest, trite. That being said, Rowling has still done an outstanding job as a masterful storyteller.

[rating:5/5]

I’ve got to admit, as the Potter series continues, it only gets better. The Half-blood Prince grabs your attention from the start and unfolds into the darkest of the series. This book contains many twists and turns, most of which leave the reader wanting to find out more. What makes this book different from the others is that there are quite a few surprises as characters reveal personalities that may not have been fully unveiled previously and this, in turn, leads to a highly fascinating read. I’m afraid that I have to admit, I was about to put the book down before calling it a night, with about 100 pages to go and simply couldn’t – the story became so enthralling that I just had to go on to finish it! I don’t think that there is any question (at least in my mind), that Half-blood Prince, is the best of the series so far. As with all good series, this one left with a real cliff-hanger – I’m only glad that I waited until the Rowling finished the series – that way, I don’t have to wait for the next one to come out: I’ve already started the final book. Got to get back to my reading!

[rating:5/5]

Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix was far darker than the previous book but kept my interest throughout. Many of the characters are either becoming more sinister or are displaying a great tenacity to fight evil. Overall, I enjoyed this book far more than the previous one although the Potter series, as a whole, still doesn’t strike me a “great literature” but rather an entertaining experience. I will say that as the plot progressed, I’ve become more eager to find out what’s going to happen next; therefore, I’m going to start book six tonight.