I just finished listening to Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows. I forgot how much I enjoyed this book. Even though Azkaban is my favorite story in the Harry Potter series, Deathly Hallows is my favorite book of the series. I love seeing everything come together and knowing how everything turns out. I also love the Epilogue. It think it’s so touching and a perfect ending to such a wonderful epic.
When I read Deathly Hallows two years ago, I read it so quickly that I had a hard time remembering some of the finer details. As I listened to the audiobook, I was amazed at how easily everything came back to me. JK Rowling is truly a master and I love that she shared the wonderful world of Harry Potter with the world.
As I listened to Deathly Hallows, I realized I was too hasty in declaring my love for the Mortal Instruments trilogy. Yes, I do love that trilogy. However, it can’t usurp my love for Harry Potter as easily as I thought it could. When I wrote this, it should’ve been my first clue:
[T]he funny thing is that the Harry Potter series will remain in the small bookcase in my bedroom with the Twilight Saga. Whereas, the Mortal Instruments have found a home in one of the bookcases with the other books in my home. I just can’t seem to part with my Harry Potter books because they were such a huge part of my life for such a long time.
Harry Potter has been a part of my life for far too long to be usurped so easily. I may seem wishy washy with my thinking, but sometimes you have to “lose” something before you realize how much it means to you. Harry Potter has taken its rightful place as my first favorite series.
PS–I realized as I was listening to audiobooks at home, I could be crocheting instead of playing mindless games on my computer. As of last night, I started to crochet again! :)
I am just amazed at the imagination some authors have. Both Stephenie Meyer and JK Rowling can transport me to another time and place, whereas, other authors can’t do that, even though their books are fantastic. Thanks for bringing me into both the worlds of Harry Potter and Twilight!
Ya, I was confused when you told me you liked Mortal Instruments better than Harry Potter….I mean I liked Mortal Instruments a lot but for me it can’t hold a candle to Harry. I’m enjoying reading Deathly Hallows too and I’m glad you’re crocheting again. I can’t wait to see what you do!
After reading your post, I think it is time for me to re read Deathly Hallows. I only read it the one time (and it was pretty quick).