Deathly Hallows Book Discussion **LoTs Of Spoilers**

Snowflake · 07-27-2007, 08:37 AM

Hmm, you raise some good points iSm. I already feel the need to re-read, I think partially because I rushed through the book, and seemed to have absorbed not a lot. That said, I thoroughly enjoyed it. I'm sure full of holes, but it moved and I was caught up in getting to the end before I saw any spoilers that would ruin my fun.

The series, as a whole, took a turn for me right after Goblet of Fire (which is still my favorite book of the series). I do admire Rowlings williness to make her hero someone you dislike as I did the angst-ridden and whiney Harry of Order of the Phoenix. Some of the magic left the books and got mired in too much, what, too much plot, too much darkness. I think dryness is a good word. Unfortunately, I think there was so much to finish up, the book already overlong, it was kind of weird to see so many names pop up for the literary equivalent of a cameo in the final battle. Not to second guess Rowling, for me it would have been nice to see more cross-cutting between the wizarding world and the trios adventures as they sought the horcruxes.

I felt more for the sentimental death of Dobby, the loss of Fred Weasley than I did for Sirius or even Dumbledore. I felt sad for the death of Snape, even though he was not a pleasant character, he was bad and spiteful, but he was also honorable and brave. I liked Snape, a lot (colored by Rickman's portrayal of him, as well).

I'm looking forward to taking each of the books again in hand to revist the whole adventure. Not the highest form of literature, but still a darn tootin good adventure, very immersive and I will look forward to the last two films, as well (More Snape!).

The book and the latest film in the same week made for a very potty snowflake.

innerSpaceman · 07-27-2007, 10:16 AM

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Originally Posted by Snowflake

I do admire Rowlings williness to make her hero someone you dislike as I did the angst-ridden and whiney Harry of Order of the Phoenix.

Heheh, a friend and I were talking yesterday about how different the Harry Potter of the movies is from the Harry Potter of the books. Book Potter is a bit of an asshole, actually. Motivation for it or not ... he's testy, very quick to anger, very quick to judgmentalism and thinking the worst of people, even those he purportedly loves.

I suggested maybe Rowling was intent on keeping the character realistic and relatable to the natural dickheadedness of the teenagers who are the main target audience. And, in a way, I admire that. Harry's not a dislikeable character, but his movie counterpart is played much more loveable.

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Originally Posted by Snowflake

The book and the latest film in the same week made for a very potty snowflake.

Um, yeah, I myself have to apologize for posting every two seconds in the twelve Harry Potter threads ... but in the past 3 weeks I've watched every DVD, seen the new film 3 times, read two novels simultaneously, attended 3 Harry-Potter themed events, and developed a serious and disturbing crush on Ronald Weasley.

It's been my Potterist month EVER!

Snowflake · 07-27-2007, 10:44 AM

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Originally Posted by innerSpaceman

and developed a serious and disturbing crush on Ronald Weasley.

Well, Grint is very cute, and has suffered from some bad hair in a couple of the movies.

The twins now look as old as me, how will they make it to the final film without looking older than their parents?

I had a crush on he who played Oliver Wood, I'm sure ot had everything to do with the accent.

Diggory was high on the cute-O-meter, too.

Oh, yes, I know NA saw Harry Potter naked, I know!

Moonliner · 07-27-2007, 11:04 AM

I guess it is safe to poke my head in these parts again.

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Originally Posted by Moonliner - 5/19/06

Take it to the bank:

1. Dumbledore stays dead.

2. Snape is on the side of good.

3. The big three (Harry, Ron, Hermione) live happily ever after

4. Sirrius makes a comeback (but not unitl the real action is over)

5. Ron and Hermione get together

Bookmark this post and save it for when the final book comes out.

A clear four of of five for me.

07-27-2007, 08:37 AM	#1
Snowflake lost in the fog Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: San Francisco Posts: 7,831	Hmm, you raise some good points iSm. I already feel the need to re-read, I think partially because I rushed through the book, and seemed to have absorbed not a lot. That said, I thoroughly enjoyed it. I'm sure full of holes, but it moved and I was caught up in getting to the end before I saw any spoilers that would ruin my fun. The series, as a whole, took a turn for me right after Goblet of Fire (which is still my favorite book of the series). I do admire Rowlings williness to make her hero someone you dislike as I did the angst-ridden and whiney Harry of Order of the Phoenix. Some of the magic left the books and got mired in too much, what, too much plot, too much darkness. I think dryness is a good word. Unfortunately, I think there was so much to finish up, the book already overlong, it was kind of weird to see so many names pop up for the literary equivalent of a cameo in the final battle. Not to second guess Rowling, for me it would have been nice to see more cross-cutting between the wizarding world and the trios adventures as they sought the horcruxes. I felt more for the sentimental death of Dobby, the loss of Fred Weasley than I did for Sirius or even Dumbledore. I felt sad for the death of Snape, even though he was not a pleasant character, he was bad and spiteful, but he was also honorable and brave. I liked Snape, a lot (colored by Rickman's portrayal of him, as well). I'm looking forward to taking each of the books again in hand to revist the whole adventure. Not the highest form of literature, but still a darn tootin good adventure, very immersive and I will look forward to the last two films, as well (More Snape!). The book and the latest film in the same week made for a very potty snowflake. __________________ Be yourself; everyone else is already taken. - Oscar Wilde
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