Harry Potter by Branum G

       J.K. Rowling wrote the marvelous, seven-book series that appeals to many young adults. Through this series the reader can immerse themselves in the life of Harry Potter, the main character. Harry starts out as  a young kid who is raised by his none-magic family after his parents were maliciously murdered by Lord Voldemort, the main antagonist (to be covered later on). When Harry gets a letter from Hogwarts, the school for young wizards and witches, his whole life changes. He becomes friends with a boy named Ron and a girl name Hermione. Harry relies on the two to help him through his many adventures. Ron, who is a loyal friend, and Hermione, who is quite smart, become like family to Harry, and the reader gets to enjoy that throughout the series. This trifecta of friends faces off against the evil that seeks to control the wizarding world. All the threats originate from a dark wizard named Lord Voldemort, who killed Harry’s parents. He also attempted to kill Harry, but inadvertently harmed himself, making Harry his only true rival. Lord Voldemort is a dark wizard with seemingly unfathomable power that he uses to terrorize and control the wizarding world. Voldemort is so powerful that his name is even feared to be said, deeming him “He who shall not be named”. Harry, Ron, and Hermione use their strong bond to fight back against the opposing threat, while making friends along the way. Harry, who’s family is dead except for his non-magic aunt and uncle, makes a family of his own through his friends, which gives him the will to fight.

       In the last book, the battle between good and evil truly takes shape as Harry and Voldemort are forced to face off against one another. Like most all books Harry, being the hero, emerges victorious after defeating Voldemort and sending the few remaining dark wizards running. With the fear of tyrant rule gone, the magical world finds peace and happiness, as does Harry. He is naturally referred to as a hero, as he should be, and creates a good prosperous life for himself.

      These books contain much more excitement and many great qualities that appeal to both younger and older audiences. As the saying goes, “Do not judge a book by its cover.” However, even if one was to judge the book by the cover, it still seems enticing. 

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