GMFS Book Club- May 2007
By: Alan Matthews
Updated: August 21, 2007
“Mugglenet.com’s
What Will Happen in Harry Potter 7”
Schoen, Spartz, Gordon, Stull & Lawerence
(PB – 214 pages - $13.95)
“The End of Harry Potter?”
David Langford
(PB – 197 pages - $12.95)
“What Will Happen in HP 7?”
How will the adventure finally end? Is Snape really a good guy or is his heart truly with the dark side? This book – an unauthorized independent fan publication – is written by the founder of Mugglenet.com, probably the most popular Harry Potter site of the many in existence today. The book, and all other ones prior to No. 7, have hit the best seller lists. They tackle the questions that HP author J.K. Rowling has left dangling in front of readers for years. The book(s) also analyze (possible) hidden clues to the final and ultimate outcome of the “boy wizard.” For millions waiting for the final installment of HP, this book will help relieve some of the suspense and hopefully, help answer some burning questions, as well as, help piece the puzzle together.
The End of Harry Potter?
The author attempts to unravel some of the HP mysteries – much of the same of the other books out on the subject – but he does it in a more light-hearted manner offering scenarios for the abundant supply of lingering questions on the matter of the boy wizard. Another aspect of this version of the book is a refresher of the previous Harry Potter books to ready one’s self for the finale.
“Marley – A Dog Like No Other”
John Grogan
(HB – 196 pages - $16.99)
The mega-bestseller, “Marley and Me,” has been revised (by the same author) for readers in the 8-12 age group. This version, almost half the length of the original, concentrates just on Marley and his puppy antics and his quick grows into a large, rowdy lab of mischievous proportions! The book takes readers through Marley’s life, once again telling the heart-warming story of one pure-hearted animal who gave one family a new understanding of unconditional love and what really matters in life.
“Dragon of the Red Dawn – Magic Tree House No. 37”
Mary Pope Osborne
(HB – 108 pages - $11.99)
Another magical and historical adventure await Jack and Annie in this 37th installment of the popular children’s series. The kids are transported back to the city of Edo (now Tokyo) in the 1600s on a mission to find one of the four secrets of happiness. They are given a magic wand with three special rules and a research book as their only tools in an attempt to complete their quest. Their mission, if successful, will help Merlin, the magician, who has refused to eat, sleep or speak to anyone. This is an exciting read as the author takes readers into the days of “old Japan” with its rich culture, splendor and tradition.
Schoen, Spartz, Gordon, Stull & Lawerence
(PB – 214 pages - $13.95)
“The End of Harry Potter?”
David Langford
(PB – 197 pages - $12.95)
“What Will Happen in HP 7?”
How will the adventure finally end? Is Snape really a good guy or is his heart truly with the dark side? This book – an unauthorized independent fan publication – is written by the founder of Mugglenet.com, probably the most popular Harry Potter site of the many in existence today. The book, and all other ones prior to No. 7, have hit the best seller lists. They tackle the questions that HP author J.K. Rowling has left dangling in front of readers for years. The book(s) also analyze (possible) hidden clues to the final and ultimate outcome of the “boy wizard.” For millions waiting for the final installment of HP, this book will help relieve some of the suspense and hopefully, help answer some burning questions, as well as, help piece the puzzle together.
The End of Harry Potter?
The author attempts to unravel some of the HP mysteries – much of the same of the other books out on the subject – but he does it in a more light-hearted manner offering scenarios for the abundant supply of lingering questions on the matter of the boy wizard. Another aspect of this version of the book is a refresher of the previous Harry Potter books to ready one’s self for the finale.
“Marley – A Dog Like No Other”
John Grogan
(HB – 196 pages - $16.99)
The mega-bestseller, “Marley and Me,” has been revised (by the same author) for readers in the 8-12 age group. This version, almost half the length of the original, concentrates just on Marley and his puppy antics and his quick grows into a large, rowdy lab of mischievous proportions! The book takes readers through Marley’s life, once again telling the heart-warming story of one pure-hearted animal who gave one family a new understanding of unconditional love and what really matters in life.
“Dragon of the Red Dawn – Magic Tree House No. 37”
Mary Pope Osborne
(HB – 108 pages - $11.99)
Another magical and historical adventure await Jack and Annie in this 37th installment of the popular children’s series. The kids are transported back to the city of Edo (now Tokyo) in the 1600s on a mission to find one of the four secrets of happiness. They are given a magic wand with three special rules and a research book as their only tools in an attempt to complete their quest. Their mission, if successful, will help Merlin, the magician, who has refused to eat, sleep or speak to anyone. This is an exciting read as the author takes readers into the days of “old Japan” with its rich culture, splendor and tradition.
