Keighty Patton

I read the Harry Potter series for the first time, and I absolutely LOVED it!!

I’ve always loved the movies, but I have to admit, I thought the hype surrounding the books had to be at least a little overblown. Well, I was WRONG!

I expected to enjoy the stories, but what completely surprised me was just how exceptional the writing was!

The character development, the world-building, the foreshadowing, the way seemingly insignificant details become incredibly important several books later … I was constantly impressed by how thoughtfully and intentionally this entire series was written.

One of the things I appreciated most was how the books grew and matured alongside the characters. The themes became more complex, the relationships developed greater depth, and the stakes grew higher. Even the magic shifted from Harry discovering then whimsical and a fun side of it to a more serious and impactful reality. The books genuinely aged with Harry, Ron, and Hermione, and I thought that progression was brilliantly done.

The story telling is exceptional! I appreciated and enjoyed these books so much more than I ever expected. Honestly, I found myself thinking about the world building and storytelling and messages with the same depth as when I read The Will of the Many by James Islington.

All seven books were 5 stars! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ An entire series that is all 5 stars and one this long that remains engaging and brilliant is so impressive. Rowling did an excellent job with these books.

And I have to admit, I have a completely new appreciation for the Harry Potter fandom. I understand why people have loved these books for decades, why they reread them over and over, and why this world has meant so much to so many people.

Consider me thoroughly impressed. And officially a fan!