Harry Potter and the Cursed Child: Parts One and Two
By J.K. Rowling, Jack Thorne and others
Harry and Albus must mend their troubled bond before time itself unravels.
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Average score: 4.43
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What do our readers think of Harry Potter and the Cursed Child: Parts One and Two? (Generated from the text of reviews of the book)
Children enjoy the imaginative twists, friendship and chance to return to the wizarding world.
What does the Pageticker team say about Harry Potter and the Cursed Child: Parts One and Two?
Harry Potter and the Cursed Child brings the wizarding world into a script rather than a novel, following Harry as a father and Albus as a boy trying to escape his famous surname. Its time travel adventure offers plenty to discuss about friendship, family and the burden of expectations. A magical return, but one that works better for readers who enjoy theatrical storytelling than for anyone expecting another Hogwarts novel.
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What is Harry Potter and the Cursed Child: Parts One and Two about?
Nineteen years after the Battle of Hogwarts, Harry Potter is a busy Ministry of Magic employee and father of three. His youngest son, Albus, struggles under the weight of the family legacy. Together, they confront dark forces and embark on a time travelling adventure that challenges their bond and the fabric of time itself.
About the author
J.K. Rowling is a famous British author best known for writing the magical Harry Potter series. Her books have delighted millions of children around the world, taking readers on adventures with wizards, magical creatures, and brave friends. J.K. Rowling loves stories and encourages everyone to use their imagination and enjoy reading.
Discussion ideas around Harry Potter and the Cursed Child: Parts One and Two
Living in a famous family: How does Albus respond to being Harry Potter's son, and what might help someone cope when other people expect them to be like a famous parent?
Friendship and difference: What makes Albus and Scorpius become friends, despite their families and personalities being so different?
Parents and children: How do Harry and Albus misunderstand each other, and what could they do to listen more carefully?
Changing the past: Why might people wish to change an unhappy event, and what problems can arise when they try to rewrite history?
The shape of a story: How does reading a play script change the way you imagine the characters, setting and magic compared with reading a novel?
Pages
352 pages
Reading age
Older Junior (10-15)
This edition
2016
First published
2016
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