Monday, May 25, 2009

“Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows” by J. K. Rowling

Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows is the last of the seven books in the series of Harry Potter, and came out on 21 July 2007. They are all written by the world famous writer J.K. Rowling.
The book takes place at Harry’s last year at Hogwarts School of witchcraft and wizardry, however this year is different. Instead of returning to school, he leaves his home together with his two best friends, Ron Weasley and Hermione Granger, with the commission to fight and end off the terrifying wizard, Lord Voldemort. Voldemort’s plan is to rule the world again, like he did seventeen years ago, when Harry was born. After Harry was the one to divest Voldemort’s powers, he has been known as the Boy-Who-Lived. The prophecy between him and Voldemort indicates that only one can live while the other must die. With this in mind, Harry knows that this will not be a joyful adventure.
For everyone who has followed Harry through his years at Hogwarts, this book is at least as exciting as the others. There are many things that are to be solved and found before Harry can meet Voldemort in their last duel, and the tension is high during the entire book. When you have first started to read, you will have to read until you have finished.
J.K. Rowling manages the unique balance of writing fantasy that is credible, but at the same time not too invented. When reading, you feel that you are a part of the book, and it is easy to identify yourself with the protagonist, even though you might have nothing in common. Those factors make the book extremely well written. The author writes with such an excitement, that it is never boring. This last book is full of secrets and answers to questions that have previously been unanswered.
I would recommend the book for everyone who likes fantasy, and for those who have read the other Harry Potter books. For those who are looking for a time with enjoyment, but do not know what to read, the Harry Potter series is a very thrilled way to start.

Ida Abrahamsen

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