SnitchSeeker.com - View Single Post

06-25-2003, 09:11 AM

Harry Potter and the Order of Pheonix is arguably the darkest book in the series so far. The characters, particularly evident in Harry Potter have changed. But this was not a sudden change, as most people think. In Goblet of Fire I noticed when Ron was not speaking to Harry, Harry wanted to kick him. That shows anger, which he no longer can contain...and hormones were shown in that book too, particularly during the Yule Ball.

Sure, J.K. Rowling's style of writting in this book is different and seems to be targeted more for teens. But this makes sense as Harry Potter is no longer a child, he's a teenager and able to make up his mind for himself. A person can not stay the same forever. Through many experiences he/she will change. I am sure everyone can relate to that. You probably aren't the same person you were only a year ago. You could be more confident, less shy, ect.

Many things in The Order of Pheonix were revealed. Though it might not been have as exciting there was more depth to it, then ever before. And many close calls. The second war has started. The darkness in the book is from that. There were a lot of clues in the book, I feel. I recommend reading this one a second time for sure. I am on my second time already and it is even better the second time through. You capture it more, even without the surprises. Instead of dwelling on those you can look at what the book is really trying to say as a part of J.K. Rowlings fantastic Harry Potter series.

Some characters, like Ginny and Neville were given much needed depth and I feel there is more to Luna Lovegood then meets the eye. However, I did particularly dislike Profesor Umbridge. She reminded me too much of Rita Skeeter, how she was trying to ruin everyone's lives with her rules, or in Skeeter's case, with her malicious gossip.

Also some things in the book felt a little too rushed, for example the fifth year. It went by too quickly for me and I did not like the no quidditch thing. Quidditch is quite exciting.

Emotions and descriptions again were captured perfectly in this compelling book of dark and tragic times. It will only get worse before it gets better.

I feel like this was the start to the dark war, which will grow even darker in the 6th book and the beginning and middle of the seventh book. The fourth book was just the beginning of the spiral, and the fifth book took if further, exactly how I felt it should be.

The Order of Pheonix lived up to my expectations for the most part...but I did not like some things. However, it is a great addition to the Harry Potter series. Read it again to see what I mean.

06-25-2003, 09:11 AM	#2 (permalink)
QueenLizzie13 Guest Posts: n/a	Harry Potter and the Order of Pheonix is arguably the darkest book in the series so far. The characters, particularly evident in Harry Potter have changed. But this was not a sudden change, as most people think. In Goblet of Fire I noticed when Ron was not speaking to Harry, Harry wanted to kick him. That shows anger, which he no longer can contain...and hormones were shown in that book too, particularly during the Yule Ball. Sure, J.K. Rowling's style of writting in this book is different and seems to be targeted more for teens. But this makes sense as Harry Potter is no longer a child, he's a teenager and able to make up his mind for himself. A person can not stay the same forever. Through many experiences he/she will change. I am sure everyone can relate to that. You probably aren't the same person you were only a year ago. You could be more confident, less shy, ect. Many things in The Order of Pheonix were revealed. Though it might not been have as exciting there was more depth to it, then ever before. And many close calls. The second war has started. The darkness in the book is from that. There were a lot of clues in the book, I feel. I recommend reading this one a second time for sure. I am on my second time already and it is even better the second time through. You capture it more, even without the surprises. Instead of dwelling on those you can look at what the book is really trying to say as a part of J.K. Rowlings fantastic Harry Potter series. Some characters, like Ginny and Neville were given much needed depth and I feel there is more to Luna Lovegood then meets the eye. However, I did particularly dislike Profesor Umbridge. She reminded me too much of Rita Skeeter, how she was trying to ruin everyone's lives with her rules, or in Skeeter's case, with her malicious gossip. Also some things in the book felt a little too rushed, for example the fifth year. It went by too quickly for me and I did not like the no quidditch thing. Quidditch is quite exciting. Emotions and descriptions again were captured perfectly in this compelling book of dark and tragic times. It will only get worse before it gets better. I feel like this was the start to the dark war, which will grow even darker in the 6th book and the beginning and middle of the seventh book. The fourth book was just the beginning of the spiral, and the fifth book took if further, exactly how I felt it should be. The Order of Pheonix lived up to my expectations for the most part...but I did not like some things. However, it is a great addition to the Harry Potter series. Read it again to see what I mean.