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THE CURSED CHILD BY J.K. ROWLING

15/8/2016

68 Comments

 
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Based on an original new story by J.K. Rowling, Jack Thorne and John Tiffany, 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 July 30, 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.

First off, I would like readers to keep in mind that this novel is hardly the eighth book as it is merely a script written for a well-loved play. Some will say there is a lack of magic emphasises in the script, but it is hard to create magical effects in a theatre play, live on stage. The book has a completely new and different vibe, but nevertheless I adored every moment of it and how it was more about relationships and conflicts. Particularly between Harry and his son Albus. Though there are some who believe that this script should never have been published in book format, I for one, and many other fans, are glad that it is. After all, many of us cannot merely fly over to London to see the play for ourselves, and without this book, there would be many restless nights where fans continuously imagine what they could possibly be missing out on. But the publication of this script heals all that unnecessary, longing pain.
 
The script unravelled in a series of dialogue between characters, rather than through an omniscient narrator. This helped one imagine how everything would possibly play out on the stage, as if you were watching the performance live. I loved how the play showed how the impact of living in a parent’s shadow could cause children to struggle and act irrationally from the expectations that they are expected to live up to, and how a child can feel disconnected from their parents due to this. My favourite part about this entire play is the fact that it features my one true, and most loved, character Scorpius Malfoy. But honestly? Scorpius has been my favourite Harry Potter character of all time since the end of Deathly Hallows. And yes. You did read that right. It’s hard to say why I had so much love for a character that was hardly a character in the series. But alas, he was, and I was stubborn to change that fact. Scorpius was honestly everything that I had hoped for and more. I mean… just look at him? Ain’t he the cutest. *clears throat* Right. Sorry. Back to the review.

P.S. Scorpius Malfoy and Rose Granger-Weasley are my OTP <3

 Harry Potter and the Cursed Child was a lovely gift to every Happy Potter fan out there that has been dying to see the possible outcomes of their favourite heroes, children at Hogwarts. The plot was engaging, and I loved how it showed the consequences of changing the past and how it can have a drastic change, and impact on the future. It was also nice seeing some old characters that I never expected to see again, but was a shame that some of the characters that I had hope for to make an appearance, did not. All in all, this isn’t a book that you have to read, but if you’re a diehard Harry Potter fan, it’s a must have.
WARNING: There may be spoilers in the comments listing.

Harry Potter by J.K. Rowling
BOOK 1: Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone
BOOK 2: Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets
BOOK 3: Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban
BOOK 4: Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire
BOOK 5: Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix
BOOK 6: Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince
BOOK 7: Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows
BOOK 8: Harry Potter and the Cursed Child
68 Comments
Diana
5/8/2016 01:35:11 pm

OMG YES THIS MADE ME SO HAPPY. THE ENTIRE BOOK

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Abooktopia link
5/8/2016 01:36:35 pm

I adored it to bits, and am so thankful for its publication!

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Diana
9/8/2016 02:29:04 pm

Same here (:

Scorpius is hot
5/8/2016 01:47:36 pm

It's so sad how a lot of fans are hating on it because J.K. Rowling didn't really write it

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Diana
5/8/2016 02:24:36 pm

I personally feel like J.K. Rowling had a lot of input and the characters still felt like a part of her

Scorpius is hot
6/8/2016 01:14:53 pm

Yeah true... She would have had a say in what happened with her characters but the other guy would have planned the plot and what would happen etc...

Scorpius is hot
6/8/2016 01:15:25 pm

She would have done all the approvals and edited some bits

Diana
11/8/2016 11:53:57 am

It's a mixture of both.

Scorpius is Hotter
5/8/2016 01:45:59 pm

Than Draco

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Abooktopia link
6/8/2016 01:16:07 pm

Amen to that

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Lilian Archletch
5/8/2016 02:38:27 pm

I STILL HAVEN'T READ IT 😭😭

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Emma Smith
5/8/2016 03:04:38 pm

Girl you gotta get a move on cause you're missing out

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Lilian Archletch
5/8/2016 04:04:17 pm

I would!! But its sold out so I gotta hopefully get it this weekend :3

Emma Smith
6/8/2016 12:24:16 am

Aww no. It sucks how it sold out everywhere

Abooktopia link
6/8/2016 01:17:45 pm

I had the exact same struggle but I was fortunate enough to be lended a copy from a friend who had managed to get a copy, and had finished reading it in one sitting.

Lilian Archletch
11/8/2016 11:56:15 am

OMG IKR?? Like Harry Potter is the worlds most read book series and there are so many fans. They should have known better than to not print enough copies for loyal fans, and lovers.

Abooktopia link
13/8/2016 01:29:53 pm

There might be a restriction to how many books they print, but honestly who knows why they didn't print enough, if there is a reasoning. I just hope I get a hardback copy. And not some paper back version.

Lilian Archletch
26/8/2016 09:30:47 am

I just hope I get a copy soon, and that it better be a hardback copy

Emma Smith
28/8/2016 10:39:36 am

Yeah same here

JoeyGrl
5/8/2016 04:49:17 pm

I honestly still have mixed feelings about this but yeah I guess I do prefer them releasing the script for everyone, cause we can't all see the show

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Abooktopia link
6/8/2016 01:18:35 pm

It would be pretty cool if they released a recording of the play, but chances are real slim.

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JoeyGrl
11/8/2016 12:43:19 pm

They totally should! Cos I'd love to have a copy and actually get to see the performance rather than just view the images captured

Skyler Fairchild
6/8/2016 10:43:11 am

Hey I was wondering where did you get those images from?

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Abooktopia link
6/8/2016 01:20:00 pm

I got the images off

viria.tumblr.com

There are quite a few other artwork pieces from other book series, however you may have to search through them to find them all.

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Skyler Fairchild
6/8/2016 06:52:42 pm

Thank youu <3

Abooktopia link
11/8/2016 12:44:00 pm

Anytime! And you are most welcome.

Skyler Fairchild
6/8/2016 10:43:43 am

Like who is the artist and all cause I'd love to check them out

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Katy Benson
6/8/2016 12:40:40 pm

Actually hadn't thought about how if the script was never published, there would be many heartbroken fans who can never see the show which hurts to think about

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Abooktopia link
6/8/2016 01:20:44 pm

Glad to have showed another side of why the book was published for all.

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Claire
6/8/2016 11:31:20 pm

Omg I felt like I was the only person who likes this. It's definitely acceded my expectations, though I wouldn't have called it the 8th book Harry is barely in it.

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Abooktopia link
8/8/2016 12:05:27 pm

There are many fans out there who adored this book every bit of the way, but it's always the ones who have issues with novel that speak out.

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Claire
14/8/2016 07:40:40 pm

If only everyone could be happy with such a gift

David
7/8/2016 11:56:56 am

Yeah true it didn't really have a magical feel to it but there's not much you can do on stage which sucks but it's better than nothing and it was still really engaging

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Teagan Hall
7/8/2016 05:44:59 pm

That artwork is spot on 😍😍

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Abooktopia link
8/8/2016 12:02:28 pm

I know right??! I adore every piece that she does.

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Teagan Hall
16/8/2016 09:55:14 am

I wish I had known about her sooner! And she even does art for Percy Jackson eeeeeppp

Olivia
8/8/2016 08:59:31 am

Nice review! And thanks for the comments spoilers heads up.

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Abooktopia link
8/8/2016 11:57:07 am

Thank you! And you're most welcome.

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Olivia
8/8/2016 01:05:10 pm

Hehhehe np

Aimee
8/8/2016 04:38:04 pm

this book honestly proves that Snape is a hero with a good heart deep down

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Elena Zawilski
10/8/2016 09:20:21 am

Snape actually left a real good impression in this tbh

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Aimee
11/8/2016 11:59:14 am

He still died willing for Scorpius despite knowing he died in the true timeline

Elena Zawilski
11/8/2016 08:00:16 pm

My opinion on Snape actually changed a bit and I like him a lot better now

Sandra Cassiograce
9/8/2016 07:59:30 pm

Still waiting out for the reprints. They should have known better. Like they should have printed out triple le amount.

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Abooktopia link
11/8/2016 12:44:59 pm

Honestly couldn't agree more. So many fans missed out, and must continue waiting for the reprints to be released.

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Darien
10/8/2016 07:44:18 pm

Guy can we take a minute of silence for the poor alternate timeline where Ron had a son called Panju

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Aimee
11/8/2016 11:59:40 am

*minute of silence*

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Abooktopia link
13/8/2016 01:28:40 pm

*minute of silence*

Barbara Marie
11/8/2016 04:31:07 pm

Anyone who has been paying attention should have realised that it is a script and not a novel.

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Abooktopia link
13/8/2016 01:28:18 pm

It's so clearly stated, yet people seem to forget. It's not supposed to be the eighth book, but it is still part of the series. It's just something that is meant to be kept separate, and is only there for the enjoyment of fans.

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Barbara Marie
19/8/2016 10:00:17 am

Unfortunately not everyone can be happy as we're all valid to our own emotions

Barbars Marie
19/8/2016 10:01:03 am

And some people just like kicking a gift horse in the mouth

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Abooktopia link
28/8/2016 10:39:12 am

If only everyone could just be happy

Nicole Safak
11/8/2016 09:27:32 pm

JK didn't owe us fans anything yet she still gave fans this because she didn't want anyone missing out

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Abooktopia link
13/8/2016 01:27:02 pm

I love how she thinks about the majority of the world who cannot see the play

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Nicole Safak
15/8/2016 10:14:41 am

She's such a sweet heart and I love how she donated half of her wealth to charity as she personally did not need all the money

Abooktopia link
26/8/2016 09:31:20 am

Abnegation runs in her veins

thereaderdevotee (instagram)
13/9/2016 04:34:10 pm

Ive finished reading cursed child and i may need to relax abit 😂😂😂

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Abooktopia link
13/9/2016 04:34:27 pm

What were your thoughts on it?

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thereaderdevotee (instagram)
13/9/2016 04:34:54 pm

I didnt like it for the first few chapters bcs it is so hard to comprehend what was really going on bcs of the plot line itself. However the story gets better in the middle of the book. What made me happy was i got to meet my favourite childhood heroes again during their elderly times. Hope youll enjoy this! Just dont put high expections on this script book ☺️

Abooktopia link
13/9/2016 04:35:25 pm

It's such a shame when people create such high expectations for something and then don't get met because the bar was set up so high that it was nearly impossible to reach in the first place. Glad to here that the story got better for you and that you got to enjoy it more once things got flowing! 😄

thereaderdevotee (instagram)
13/9/2016 04:35:48 pm

i know right? I guess people just dont understand the concept of reading a script book. It is meant to have many plot holes, the speed of the script book is entirely different from the novels. The writing style, feelings are also different. People just cant accept the fact that it is not written by JK Rowling herself. I appreciate the book nonetheless. I am just glad to meet Harry and the gang again 😚

Abooktopia link
13/9/2016 04:36:07 pm

J.K. Honestly released the script publicly because she knew many fans would never get the chance to see that actual theatrical show for themselves, let alone know the true plot nor get to know the heroes children. And there's only so much magic they can perform upon a stage.

Reethu Ravi link
26/9/2016 05:01:40 pm

This is such a lovely review. I have yet to read the book as I was doubtful about it,being a script. But reading your review, I guess I will give it a shot.

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Abooktopia link
26/9/2016 06:24:08 pm

I know there's a lot of debate about it, but I rather enjoyed it. Keep it separate from the series and hopefully you'll enjoy it as well

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Natalie
14/10/2016 06:09:30 am

I really enjoyed this! The magic is truly brought to life on stage and the script doesn't do it justice. (And yes, Rose and Scorpius are OTP)

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Abooktopia link
14/10/2016 03:32:50 pm

Did you get the chance to see the live performance?

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Natalie
1/11/2016 05:41:35 pm

Yeah I did. it was amazing!




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