Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows (Book 7) (original 2007; edition 2007)

Yay! I have completed the series. Okay, it took me a couple of years because I like to vary my reading. How I did enjoy these books. There are seemingly no limits to Ms Rowling's imagination. In terms of setting, I prefer the other books which are mainly centred at Hogwarts but that is just my personal preference. This book was different as it mainly focussed on the threesome, Harry, Hermione and Ron with support leant by Harry's faithful protectors and friends. However, in terms of writing, action, pace and characterisation this book is not inferior in any way. A lot of questions were answered in this book. Whose side was Snape really on? What was Dumbledore really trying to achieve and how much input did he have in obtaining his goal through Harry? I was pleased that Harry was able to 'see' the prediction. I also liked the fact that Ms Rowling has not completely closed the story. Although Harry Potter's tale has ended at Hogwarts, the possibility is there to continue in other ways if desired. ( )

If you haven't read Harry Potter yet, get off the computer and go read it.

Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows by J. K. Rowling (book 7)
Pages: 759
Release Date: July 21st, 2007
Date Read: 2011, December 6th-12th
Received: OWN
Rating: 5/5 stars and infinity x infinity x infinity lovelovelove
Recommended to: 16+

SUMMARY -
Harry Potter is on the run. Since death of Dumbledore he has not been safe anywhere except at the Dursleys. But when his 17th birthday arrives, that protection will be gone. Harry and his friends (disguised as six more Harrys) barely escape the clutches of Voldemort, sending Harry, Hermione, and Ron on a fugitive's journey to destroy the Horcruxes, find the Deathly Hallows, and defeat Voldemort once and for all. Friendships will be tried, dangers will be faced - and soon Harry will have to make a decision that will change the course of everything.

THE REVIEW -

Once upon a time, there was a girl who finally finished Harry Potter. Her life was finally complete and she lived Happily Ever After. The end.

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Excuse my lack of structure for this review. There will be no formula - this is not a standardized review. How could I write such a review when the book in question has exceeded all standards of greatness and could never be contained by a set formula or structure?

So excuse the blubbering, the fangirling, the squealing, and the jumping up and down. I shall try to control myself (but I can guarantee it won't work). I also apologize for the length.... :/

What the HECK!!!!!!!!!!!

MY MIND IS BLOWN!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

People kept telling me - it's shocking, it's mad, it's beautiful, it's so good it can't be true!!! I thought, surely, they're exaggerating. The review that said the reader hadn't expected her to be that clever - I dismissed it with a nervous giggle. "No, it can't be..."

I'm so stupid. SO stupid. How could I have ever doubted Rowling's pure genius? HOW? Oh, there's really no telling, but now I know. Now, I understand. Now, I'm a believer, and I couldn't leave her if I tried.

There are so many things....SO many things that I could go on about. SO. MANY!

For one, I loved the impact that love, family and having a home had on this story. These things affect us in real life, so adding them into a fantasy story and making them magical is just...perfect. It helps the reader to relate to the story/characters even more.

Once more, Harry has grown up a little bit more, like in every book. In my opinion, he is a man in this book. His courage and bravery and the love in his heart, as well as his strength as a wizard, make him a hero and a man and a best friend. Throughout the story I wanted to yell, "GOSH! How much more sadness will he have to endure?!" It was soooo sad what he had to go through. I mean, how hard would it be to know that hundreds of people are fighting and risking their lives for you? And some did die. For the Ministry, for Hogwards, for Harry.

And that leads me to yet another geniusly wonderful thing about this book - the amount of sacrifice and selflessness that it holds. In such dire situations, the stranger next to you becomes your brother; you will do anything to protect your comrades. Every character exhibited this trait in his or her own way. Some went so far, as I was saying, as to give his/her life. And I'm telling you - every new death had me bawling. Not as much as that one particular death - you know the one I'm talking about. It was the first of the leads to die at Hogwarts, I think. I cried SO. HARD. For a llllooonnnngggg time. Then the other two, lying there, side by side, just brought back the tears with a vengeance. UGH. So sad. So good. What heroes...

I've never read a book quite like this one. I mean, honestly, who has? It has themes that lots of others have but it's what Rowling did with those themes that makes this book brilliant. Bravery - I've seen it before, but never like this. Honesty, coming-of-age, love family - all totally unique. The themes displayed in Voldemort's evil ventures - selfishness, pride, anger, and self-reliance - these are all portrayed in a way quite unusual to the world of villains. Rowling even went so far as to invoke pity and sadness in the reader towards Voldemort, along with the usual frustration and absolute loathing. At least, I felt something toward Tom Riddle other than hatred. Yes, he was all the things mentioned above, and more, but I pitied him and his plans to take power and rule. By the end, he was the most frightening he had ever been, but also the most pitiful. Does that make sense?

Snape - AH. I was quite amazed by his story. I didn't cry, I wasn't shocked (my dear friends who so sweetly assumed that I had read all the books quickly put an end to any possible shock) - I felt instead a great need to contemplate what had happened. It was really amazing the way Rowling wove that into the story and the impact it had. So awesome.

The tension between the three best friends really struck me as an excellent development. The whole thing with Ron and the Horcrux and everything - it had me on the edge - the very tip - of my seat. Voldemort created discord and the way that, too, played out made a huge and powerful impact on everyone and everything. I thought, Oh, if Harry loses Ron, too, I don't know what I'll do! Godric's Hollow had me bawling - that was something I'd wanted to see for a long time but when it finally came...man, it was hard.

Neville's role in this story was so sweet and adorable and brave, I couldn't help but pay close attention to him and my new-found respect for him. I was soooo excited that he got to do what he did! Ron and Hermione - oh, their first kiss had me laughing out loud! And Draco...well, he just surprised me, that's all. I don't like him, even now, but that doesn't mean I wasn't fascinated by him (and his parents)!

And goodness me. The climax. Who would've thought - with the Resurrection Stone - the wand - Harry's final explanation - what.the.heck.I.couldn't.even.believe.it!!! It's amazing how detailed and articulate - how perfect- how planned it all was! To think she knew all along and was slowly dropping hints and revealing things at perfect times... OHmygosh.

SPOILER!!!!!!!!!!
I honestly thought there was a huge chance Harry could actually die (and stay dead- haha!) in the end. 1. The books are written in 3rd person - for some reason that always makes me think the lead hero might die. And 2. Rowling has displayed a fair share of tragic deaths. Also, 3. I heard before I finished the series that almost everybody dies... Well, what would you expect me to think?! I wouldn't have been surprised if he actually had... Did anyone else feel that way? Don't leave spoilers in the comments!!
END OF SPOILER!!!!

I feel like there's so much more to say. like I should never be done with this review. It should go on and on and on. Because this will always be a favorite book. My love for it will always be fresh.

So mark your calendars - December 12th. Every year, celebrate. Make it a holiday for all I care. But December 12th - that was the day I, Sierra, finally finished Harry Potter. And January 2nd - the day I reviewed it.

It's time for me to say goodbye to my first journey through the world of Harry Potter. But, as we usher in a new year, I also say hello to the second journey, beginning, hopefully, very soon. I have been inspired and blessed by this series more than I can say!! Thank you, Rowling, for gifting us with your raw talent and pure art in the form of The Boy Who Lived.

(If you would like to talk about all things deliciously spoilery about Harry Potter and his adventures, please use the contact form at the bottom of my Contact/Review Policy page (click here) to email me!! I would love to talk to you about the amazingness of this series!! If not, please leave the comments spoiler free unless you leave a warning!!) ( )

Haven't read this one yet

I'm a huge Harry Potter fan. The HP series was actually how I fell in love with reading as a younger child. For students who just learned how to read and have just been introduced to this series has the benefit of the released film version, online game Pottermore and other toys/costumes that help immerse the reader in the world created in the books. These books are not only beautifully written with incredible imagination and detail that has not been matched by another author or series, but contain very important morals. These books are best for personal reading or helping a student develop their passion.

Ein bisschen langweilig zum Schluss

The ending was satisfying, however as I read I felt the author hated Harry Potter and some of the characters as much as she was getting me to hate them. All of the beloved personalities were lost. I got the feeling Mrs. Rowling just wanted it to END. Sorely disappointed in this one, but like I said I don't feel like she left anything unsolved. ( )

It was a disappointing ending, somehow...but lots of things were wonderful too. ( )

I'm not much of a fiction fan, but the book was really gooad about keeping my attention. I read it because I was about to go watch the movie and was interested. 'm sure anyone who has read the first 6 books will read this one as well. ( )

The final book in the epic adventures of Harry Potter. It all ends here; the final battle between Lord Voldemort and Harry Potter. Ron, Harry and Hermione follow Dumbledore's plan to bring down Voldemort. This portion of the story adds depth to the most beloved characters in the Harry Potter franchise, complicating the way any fan will feel about the story and the characters. This book has something for everyone, love story developments as well as violent battle scenes. All of your questions from the past books get answered and most of the storylines get wrapped up. Get out your tissues and grab your book, you're in for a great ride. Recommended for ages 14+. ( )

Somebody edit the book plz!!! ( )

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The epic batte comes to a conclusion in the seventh and final book. It has all come down to this. Will Harry find the horcruxes and defeat Voldemort? The conclusion will made your heart pount, have you crying your eyes out, and smiling with joy as the series draws to a satisfying close. ( )

JK Rowling, of England, wraps up her popular fantasy tale, Harry Potter, in the seventh and final installment of the series, The Deathly Hallows. What started out as an idea Rowling, at the time living off welfare, had on a train ride has grown into a huge success called Harry Potter, which includes a whole seven part book series, eight movies, video games, toys, clothing, theme parks, collectibles, and spin off books. However, does the climax of Harry Potter live up to the hype? Has JK Rowling rushed the book in order to meet reader demands?

This time around, Harry and his gang have dropped out of Hogwarts Wizarding School and are traveling around the world destroying Voldormort’s horcruxes in order to make the dark wizard mortal and then ultimately destroy him. The book has an “on the run” type feel to it. Fans of Rick Riordan’s fantasy-adventure novel “Percy Jackson and the Olympians: The Lightning Thief” may see several similarities between the two. Both are a fast paced adventure story of three teenagers in hope of accomplishing a large, life changing goal. Romance and love breaks out between the teenage characters as they progress through their adventure. This happens in a similar fashion to Stephenie Meyers’ romance-fantasy book series, Twilight.

Harry Potter and The Deathly Hallows is labeled a young adult novel for a reason. The plot itself is highly sophisticated and complex. Younger readers may have a difficult time keeping up with everything that goes on in the story. JK Rowling uses death as a major theme this time around. Almost every other chapter features a dramatic death. Most deaths, however, are unnecessary and an obvious attempt at gaining shock value from the readers. This book is definitely one to recommend to anyone who is a fan of drama. Overall, the book was fast paced and felt rushed. The story was a whole mess of unnecessary shock value, jammed together action scenes, and unrealistic “hook-ups” between the characters. The quality of writing has significantly dropped since JK Rowling’s first few books about the wizard Harry Potter. Rowling seems to be writing material that will look good on the big screen, and has lost her creative writing touch. The story was written as if it were a movie script. Low quality work does not earn high quality scores. Harry Potter and The Deathly Hallows earns a 4/10.

All that we have come to expect from Harry Potter. ( )

Where is the body or story of this book? I need your aid, Guyz. ( )

Holy emotional ride, Batman!!! What an amazing, fabulous end to this great series!

I find myself sitting here, not quite sure what exactly to say about this book. I absolutely loved it, felt it was such a fitting end to the series, and can’t believe I waited so long to read it. Although that did at least give me the benefit of being able to read the entire series as quickly as I wanted. It’s kind of like ripping off a bandaid – you just want to read it all at once!

To read the rest of my review, please visit:
http://www.dorolerium.com/?p=3123 ( )

J.K. Rowling's book,"Harry Potter and the Deathly's Hallows",is the last book in the Harry Potter series.It is about Harry's mission to desrtoy the horcuxes that Voldermort has created.He rides a dragon,breaks into a bank,sees his parent,solves the many mysteries that Dumbledore left them,and many more things.He learns that he must die to survive.Learn what happens in this book and discover all the mysteries.

The last in the Harry Potter series, in which Harry and his friends Ron and Hermione embark on a hunt for Voldemort's Horcruxes so that they can at last destroy the Dark wizard. The hunt takes the trio to new places, they encounter old friends and enemies, and their own relationships are tested in new ways. Despite the tragedy and loss present in this book, JK Rowling still utilizes her characteristic humor that was apparent throughout the entire series. All in all, this final Harry Potter book remains one of my favorite books to re-read over and over again. ( )

It was very chilling to read this. Every chapter had the word magic in it at least once. ( )

It's not really a review, more like my favorite and least favorite parts of the book.To see the "review" visit my book blog here! ( )

Loved this book. Loved the entire Harry Potter series. It taught many lessons of good and bad, right and wrong, light and dark, and how to use your intuition to make your next move. It also taught that in the thickest of the dark, there can be light. Trust in what you believe. I was really sad to have the ending of the series. ( )

While this isn’t my favorite book in the series (mostly because it drags a bit in the middle), I love it because it so nicely finishes one of my favorite series of all time. Watching Harry and his friends finally defeat Voldemort and his followers is such a rush, and I love how much heart is in this book. I also love how not only do the main characters shine, but secondary characters like Professor McGonagal, Neville, and Molly Weasley.

Read my full review here: http://letseatgrandpa.com/2011/09/30/september-snippet-book-review/ ( )

“These are dark times there is no denying. Our world has perhaps faced no greater threat than it does today.”
-Rufus Scrimgeour
Have you ever had to give up doing something the easy way and take the difficult path because you knew it was the right thing to do? That is exactly what Harry did in the book I read Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows when he decides to leave his easy life of going to school to complete the job Dumbledore (his old headmaster) had left for him.
Since the day he was born Harry Potter has been destined to defeat the evil Lord Voldemort who has been terrorizing the wizarding world for years and the time has come at last. Harry and his friends Ron and Hermione decide to drop out of Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry to embark on a quest to defeat Lord Voldemort. Following Dumbledore’s instructions the three must find Voldemort’s horcruxes and destroy them. A horcruxe is a fragment of an individual’s soul latched onto an object so that person cannot die. This long, life threatening journey will truly put their wits, skills and friendship to the test and will ultimately lead up to the long awaited battle between Harry and Lord Voldemort.
This epic conclusion to the Harry Potter series is a phenomenal book and a true work of art. I loved this book! I would defiantly rate this book a five of five stars because of its constant suspense and action. Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows has an excellent plot that is vividly portrayed throughout the whole story. This book will pull you in the moment you begin reading with new conflicts at every turn!
I love J.K. Rowling’s style of writing and it defiantly makes the book more vivid and enjoyable. She truly makes each and every character come to life as if they are real people, each with interesting and unique histories.
Like I said before this is an amazing book and I’d rate it five of five stars. It will deliver you constant action and suspense and will ensure you a good time. I would recommend this book to anyone who has been following the magical adventures of Harry Potter, and the series to anyone and everyone! ( )

I have enjoyed the series immensly and this book felt like the perfect culmination of it all. I hioe she never writes another HP book. The series is just perfect the way it is. ( )