Blog Post #3

The series ending was indeed enjoyable but at the same time saddening that this was it for Harry Potter. However it was almost epic the way it all came down to a monstrous battle between good and evil at the place where Harry would consider a home away from home. The many deaths along with the twist and turns made this book an exciting read from cover to cover. It was also one that I needed to spend more time evaluating and rereading to fully understand. For instance the elder wand and its loyalty was one of the aspects I spent more time trying to figure out. I finally was able to comprehend what had happened although was still confused but the book reveled what needed to happen in order for Voldemort to die. I found it interesting that Voldemort ended up killing himself which in my opinion was more gratifying and seemed to make more sense than someone actually murdering him.

My feelings towards Snape certainly changed throughout the books along with Harry’s opinion of Snape. I like Harry hated Snape throughout most of the book. He was the cruel potions teacher who was downright evil. As time went on my feelings changed slightly, when we find out that he was bullied by Harry’s father and friends. It made me understand why Snape was cruel but he still was one of my least favorite characters. However when I realized that he was going to die I started to feel a little lump in my throat because it didn’t matter that I hated him I still loved it when his name appeared in the pages. Of course then it is revealed his true allegiance and how he sacrificed so much because of his love for Lily Potter. It was a complete 180 for me and I truly was upset to have him perish.

Harry, Ron, and Hermione all change throughout the series. Hermione started out as a know it all who’s only concern where her grades. However as read in the final book she skips her final year at Hogwarts and goes on this quest to destroy the horcruxes. Ron’s character becomes more independent. He starts out as a follower but towards the end he puts on a more leader vibe. He also is one of the few who actually destroy a horcrux. Harry also changes his ways and allows his friends to help him. Before he wanted the whole burden of defeating Voldemort on his shoulders. As the series continues he finally realizes that he can’t do it alone and has help from many characters in order to finally defeat Voldemort.

The series is one of adventure and a constant struggle of good vs. evil. Will death prevail or will love conquer all. It is an easier read but still finds a way to expand your mind. Society as a whole certainly has embraced the series along with its movies.