I thought about reviewing Winter, but I'm not great at avoiding spoilers and to write about it would ruin the entire series for newcomers. This was the only course of action: a survey of things to expect from a book that offers the unexpected.
Tag: Harry Potter
In Defense of Harry: A Harry Potter fan’s response to reader resentment
As a reader who grew up with the Harry Potter series, I've always wondered: how can people say such harsh things about one of my favorite characters in literature?
MAKE-YOU-CRY MONDAY: Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix
I have hazy memories of exactly when I read each of the Harry Potter books, but I remember Order of the Phoenix clearly: In sixth grade, I was finishing the last few chapters of OOTP in my room before my mom drove me to school. In chapter 37, following Sirius' death, Harry meets with Dumbledore to discuss the prophecy and ends up tearing apart Dumbledore's office. I started sobbing on the floor of my bedroom. My mom knew I was upset when I got in the car, but she made me go to school anyway.
MAKE-YOU-CRY MONDAY: “You’re So Beautiful” from Empire
New series! Welcome to Make-You-Cry Monday, where I explore how different entertainment can turn me into an emotional wreck! Half the reason I love stories is finding ones that wreck me emotionally. People can tell which stories are my favorites when I have trouble talking about them without yelling or crying. My goal every Monday is to ruin your… Continue reading MAKE-YOU-CRY MONDAY: “You’re So Beautiful” from Empire
Too little, too late
J.K. Rowling apologized for killing off Fred Weasley. That's not going to erase the picture in my head of George Weasley crying in front of the Mirror of Erised. Even better: Tumblr wants you to remember that every mirror for George is the mirror of Erised. But at least you feel bad about it, Rowling.… Continue reading Too little, too late
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