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Harry Potter and the Cursed Child

Harry Potter #8 / 8
by J. K. Rowling, Jack Thorne, John Tiffany
Harry Potter and the Cursed Child (Harry Potter #8) by J. K. Rowling, Jack Thorne, John Tiffany
★ 6.46 / 39
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Based on an original new story by J.K. Rowling, John Tiffany and Jack Thorne, a new play by Jack Thorne, Harry Potter and the Cursed Child is the eighth story in the Harry Potter series and the first official Harry Potter story to be presented on stage. The play will receive its world premiere in London's West End on 30th July 2016.

It was always difficult being Harry Potter and it isn't much easier now that he is an overworked employee of the Ministry of Magic, a husband, and father of three school-age children.

While Harry grapples with a past that refuses to stay where it belongs, his youngest son Albus must struggle with the weight of a family legacy he never wanted. As past and present fuse ominously, both father and son learn the uncomfortable truth: sometimes, darkness comes from unexpected places.

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FantasyYoung AdultTime TravelHarry PotterPlay
Release date: July 31, 2016
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J. K. Rowling

J. K. Rowling

J.K. Rowling's name is almost synonymous with the word "magic," yet her own life story proves that even the most extraordinary tales can begin with humble beginnings. Born in Yate, Gloucestershire, England, Rowling's imagination took root early, blossoming through her love of books and storytelling. Her journey, however, was far from an enchanted one. Like many great stories, hers is laced with struggles—financial hardship, personal loss, and the weight of self-doubt. It was in these quiet, difficult moments that she began writing what would eventually become the Harry Potter series—a saga that would reshape the world of literature.

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Rowling's writing style is known for its rich world-building and deeply relatable characters, blending the whimsy of fantasy with universal themes of courage, friendship, and the fight against darkness. Her ability to build a world where magic is as real as the everyday challenges people face resonates with readers of all ages. From Hogwarts to the wider wizarding world, her tales blend adventure with emotional depth, drawing readers in not only through their spellbinding plots but also through the personal growth of beloved characters.

The Harry Potter series is more than just a global phenomenon—it’s a cultural touchstone that has transformed the way the world reads, writes, and even imagines magic. It has become a blueprint for immersive, character-driven storytelling. But Rowling's work doesn't stop there. As Robert Galbraith, she ventured into crime fiction with the Cormoran Strike series, proving her literary range and knack for creating compelling mysteries, once again displaying her mastery in pulling readers into a world they can't escape.

Her impact stretches beyond the written word. J.K. Rowling's influence on popular culture is immeasurable, from the blockbuster films that brought her characters to life to the theme parks where fans can experience the magic in person. Yet, through all the success, she remains deeply connected to her roots and continues to use her platform for causes close to her heart, from literacy to philanthropy.

A storyteller at her core, J.K. Rowling's legacy is far more than just a series of books—it’s the spark she’s ignited in countless readers and writers around the world, showing us that in every story, magic is possible.

Harry Potter

Harry Potter is a series of seven books by English author J. K. Rowling about an adolescent boy named Harry Potter. The story is mostly set at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry, a school for young wizards and witches, and focuses on Harry Potter's fight against the evil wizard Lord Voldemort, who killed Harry's parents as part of his plan to take over the wizarding world.


Harry Potter consists of eight books. The current recommended reading order for the series is provided below.

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Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone (Harry Potter #1)
★ 8.06 / 232
Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets (Harry Potter #2)
★ 7.66 / 214
Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban (Harry Potter #3)
★ 8.44 / 208
Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire (Harry Potter #4)
★ 8.10 / 199
Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix (Harry Potter #5)
★ 8.08 / 196
Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince (Harry Potter #6)
★ 8.26 / 198
Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows (Harry Potter #7)
★ 8.22 / 206
Harry Potter and the Cursed Child (Harry Potter #8)
★ 6.46 / 39

Reviews and Comments

11/04/2016
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HourglassEyes
605 books, 67 reviews, 4 posts
★★★★★★★★☆☆ 8 / 10

I liked this. The fact that the book is written as a play didn't bother me, but you could easily tell this isn't Rowlings text. Knowledge of the familiar characters was seemingly different of the "real Potters".

09/09/2017
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Broken Shade
23 books, 1 reviews
★★★★★★★★☆☆ 8 / 10
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Aiemmista romaaneista tuttu elävyys ja tarinan taianomainen värikkyys välittyy loistavasti jo näytelmän käsikirjoituksessa. Näytelmän näkeminen lavastuksineen ja äänineen jne. olisi varmasti mieletön kokemus. Pidin käsikirjoituksessa erityisesti siitä, miten tarinassa pureudutaan asioihin, jotka jäivät syvemmin käsittelemättä tai muuten vain (ainakin minun) mieleen pyörimään: esim. velhojen kategorisointi perimän ja koulutuvan perusteella sekä (hauskana yksityiskohtana) huomautus taikojen yms. kehittymisestä. (SPOILERIVAROITUS:) Kirja paneutui myös kiitettävästi vanhempi-lapsi-suhteiden (ja nyky-yhteiskunnan) ajankohtaisiin aiheisiin nostamalla esiin Harryn pyrkimykset kontrolloida Albuksen elämää ja ystävyyssuhteita jatkuvalla tarkkailulla.

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