Finally finished Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire - my pace has slowed substantially since returning to Boston. I really enjoyed reading this book. Its plot added so much to what I was already familiar with from watching the movie, and also made me crave extended versions of the Harry Potter movies - these have to exist right? There were a few moments in the book that I really wished I had been able to see in the movie. Harry learning the whole truth of Neville's parents and Mrs. Weasley showing up to support him before the third task would have been overwhelming scenes in the film.
Moreover, the third task is significantly more exciting in the book. The challenges and dangers Harry encounters add much suspense to his traversing of the maze. Much is added to Voldemort's resurrection in the book as well. Even though the chapter gets a bit cliche - Voldemort unravels his plan for Harry like a cartoon villain - the information presented is well developed and pertinent in understanding both the Goblet of Fire and other books in the series I believe. Likewise, the chapter in which Barty Crouch is found out illuminates the purpose of many of the books mysterious events.
Lastly, I especially enjoyed the larger role Serius plays in the book. I think this strengthens the bond between Harry and him and injects greater emotion into the events of the fifth book. And, having seen the sixth movie, twice, I liked that Snape is starting to become a much more important character.
So, I have two more installments of Harry Potter to read this summer and a little over a month til class begins in the fall. I should be able to get them read - though that's not to say I will - and after finishing the fourth book I am very much looking forward to it.
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