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Harry Potter and the Cursed Child - Parts One and Two: The Official Playscript of the Original West End Production

Harry Potter and the Cursed Child - Parts One and Two: The Official Playscript of the Original West End Production

byJ.K. Rowling
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Ajay Nandeti
4.0 out of 5 starsIt was alright
Reviewed in India on 4 November 2018
3 1/2 stars. I completely get why many HP fans will be disappointed with this, but I have to admit: I really enjoyed it. I'd love to see this story play out on stage.

So yeah, I understand the sad feelings. Harry Potter and the Cursed Child has a completely different vibe. Aside from being a play, it's also a more mature, character-driven, less magical story. It does not feel like an eighth Harry Potter book at all; there's a real disconnect between this play and the other seven novels. And you know what? I'm so glad.

I guess it's just what you're hoping for. To be honest, I never wanted another Harry Potter book. The thought of extending a series I loved so much actually made me NOT want to read this. I got to the end of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows and thought it was magical perfection - the story had completed its arc in full and I put it aside feeling a slight melancholy, but a whole lot of satisfaction. I didn't want more.

However, if you went crazy needing more from the HP series, you'll probably be disappointed by this. If you feel there's a gap where something HP is missing, then I don't think this will fill it. Separate the two in your mind, and you have a better chance of liking it. Because this is something different - and I'm happy about it.

First, of course, it's a play. Right away it's going to be something unlike what we've seen before. I don't usually love to read plays, especially modern ones, but this one is very readable because the dialogue is wonderful. I don't know why people are saying "it's so obvious JKR didn't write most of this" because I think her style is all over it - the very fact that this play (which is meant to be viewed on stage) can be just as easily read like a book tells me JKR had a lot of input.

Also, it's funny. Much more consistently comical than the books, but with the same style of humour - i.e. lots of Ron being a buffoon.
Hermione: If some part of Voldemort survived, in whatever form, we need to be prepared. And I’m scared.
Ginny: I’m scared too.
Ron: Nothing scares me. Apart from Mum.

The plot leaves a little something to be desired. Again, it feels different from the main series. It's not so much about the world and magic, but more about relationships, conflicts (particularly between Harry and Albus) and the dialogue between characters. I suppose this makes more sense in a play, where the story unravels through dialogue and not through an omniscient narrator.

And, as I touched upon earlier, it feels... older. I don't know how well kids will appreciate the jokes about growing old and how Ron now says "oof" every time he sits down. Or the family drama between Harry and his son, Albus. But I liked it.

I'm happy with this addition. I truly am. If it had been too similar to the seven novels, I feel it would have risked reopening a series that had been closed in a great place. Instead, we have something very unique and, for me, very entertaining. Some of the staging directions also leave me excited about seeing the play (when I win the lottery or acquire a magic wand, maybe).

One thing I have to say that I said in another comment thread: NOW, it's time to stop. This was a risky experiment and it turned out to be fun, but JKR needs to leave this world alone now. I really do not want to read about old-age Harry, Ron and Hermione rolling around in magical wheelchairs. So, just stop.
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Pradyuman
1.0 out of 5 starsDidnt read the book. Paper quality was aweful
Reviewed in India on 18 July 2019
The book doesnt look like original print. The quality of overall book is bad. There are dark spots all over the book. It was so tightly bound, that opening middle pages was also difficult.
Ordered a return.
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Ajay Nandeti
4.0 out of 5 stars It was alright
Reviewed in India on 4 November 2018
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3 1/2 stars. I completely get why many HP fans will be disappointed with this, but I have to admit: I really enjoyed it. I'd love to see this story play out on stage.

So yeah, I understand the sad feelings. Harry Potter and the Cursed Child has a completely different vibe. Aside from being a play, it's also a more mature, character-driven, less magical story. It does not feel like an eighth Harry Potter book at all; there's a real disconnect between this play and the other seven novels. And you know what? I'm so glad.

I guess it's just what you're hoping for. To be honest, I never wanted another Harry Potter book. The thought of extending a series I loved so much actually made me NOT want to read this. I got to the end of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows and thought it was magical perfection - the story had completed its arc in full and I put it aside feeling a slight melancholy, but a whole lot of satisfaction. I didn't want more.

However, if you went crazy needing more from the HP series, you'll probably be disappointed by this. If you feel there's a gap where something HP is missing, then I don't think this will fill it. Separate the two in your mind, and you have a better chance of liking it. Because this is something different - and I'm happy about it.

First, of course, it's a play. Right away it's going to be something unlike what we've seen before. I don't usually love to read plays, especially modern ones, but this one is very readable because the dialogue is wonderful. I don't know why people are saying "it's so obvious JKR didn't write most of this" because I think her style is all over it - the very fact that this play (which is meant to be viewed on stage) can be just as easily read like a book tells me JKR had a lot of input.

Also, it's funny. Much more consistently comical than the books, but with the same style of humour - i.e. lots of Ron being a buffoon.
Hermione: If some part of Voldemort survived, in whatever form, we need to be prepared. And I’m scared.
Ginny: I’m scared too.
Ron: Nothing scares me. Apart from Mum.

The plot leaves a little something to be desired. Again, it feels different from the main series. It's not so much about the world and magic, but more about relationships, conflicts (particularly between Harry and Albus) and the dialogue between characters. I suppose this makes more sense in a play, where the story unravels through dialogue and not through an omniscient narrator.

And, as I touched upon earlier, it feels... older. I don't know how well kids will appreciate the jokes about growing old and how Ron now says "oof" every time he sits down. Or the family drama between Harry and his son, Albus. But I liked it.

I'm happy with this addition. I truly am. If it had been too similar to the seven novels, I feel it would have risked reopening a series that had been closed in a great place. Instead, we have something very unique and, for me, very entertaining. Some of the staging directions also leave me excited about seeing the play (when I win the lottery or acquire a magic wand, maybe).

One thing I have to say that I said in another comment thread: NOW, it's time to stop. This was a risky experiment and it turned out to be fun, but JKR needs to leave this world alone now. I really do not want to read about old-age Harry, Ron and Hermione rolling around in magical wheelchairs. So, just stop.
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Kruttichhwas Pradhan
5.0 out of 5 stars Awesome book
Reviewed in India on 21 December 2018
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You will love reading it if you have already read/watched all seven parts of harry potter.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Awesome book
By Kruttichhwas Pradhan on 21 December 2018
You will love reading it if you have already read/watched all seven parts of harry potter.
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Srivatsan Sridhar
5.0 out of 5 stars Another great book by J.K.Rowling!!
Reviewed in India on 23 February 2017
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Got this as a gift for my wife. This is not like the other HP book series. So be ready for something new :)
As a HP fan, both me and my wife loved this book. It's a definite buy for all Harry Potter fans!!
Shipping was fast and we got it in great condition!!
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Hpzhd
5.0 out of 5 stars Quality + Content = Best Book
Reviewed in India on 12 January 2019
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The book quality as well as the content inside the book is very good.

It was really fun reading this book. But the book is pretty short. I wish they would make a movie on this playscript as it is a perfect story and it fits the end of the last movie.

The book starts from ending of the last part of harry Harry Potter (Deathly Hallows part 2) . Harry leaving his son Albus Severus Potter (Named after two headmasters of Hogwarts Albus Dumbledore and Severus Snape) to 9 3/4 Station boarding the train to Hogwarts.

It has a lot of plot twists and things that you would never expect. So I think everyone who has watched full series of Harry Potter should read this book.
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By Hpzhd on 12 January 2019
The book quality as well as the content inside the book is very good.

It was really fun reading this book. But the book is pretty short. I wish they would make a movie on this playscript as it is a perfect story and it fits the end of the last movie.

The book starts from ending of the last part of harry Harry Potter (Deathly Hallows part 2) . Harry leaving his son Albus Severus Potter (Named after two headmasters of Hogwarts Albus Dumbledore and Severus Snape) to 9 3/4 Station boarding the train to Hogwarts.

It has a lot of plot twists and things that you would never expect. So I think everyone who has watched full series of Harry Potter should read this book.
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Manas Gupta
5.0 out of 5 stars Satisfying purchase
Reviewed in India on 22 May 2019
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I was eagerly waiting for this part of the series in a written form. I had seen the movie and because of the movie content i was really excited for the novel. When this product released, the fare was quite high so i had to wait for the price to go down. After a week, I ordered this product when the rates went down. The delivery was on time and i was happy with the quality of the product. The novel was really interesting and it did meet with my expectations. The genre of this novel is adventure and thrill. I hope this review helps you.
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Devansh
4.0 out of 5 stars Book received in a little disappointing
Reviewed in India on 3 September 2018
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Given 4 stars because it is torned from the edges.
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By Devansh on 3 September 2018
Given 4 stars because it is torned from the edges.
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Veena Janardhan
5.0 out of 5 stars Love It forever. ☺️😍
Reviewed in India on 19 July 2020
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Never thought HP 9 would be this marvelous. I've read the book and it's awesome. However, still in a dilemma if I ever could see this in a movie format. If so it would be legendary. Thanks so much to Warner Bros, J. K. Rowling and the other authors for Harry Potter Franchise, Hogwarts, an unbreakable friendship and the boy who lived.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Love It forever. ☺️😍
By Veena Janardhan on 19 July 2020
Never thought HP 9 would be this marvelous. I've read the book and it's awesome. However, still in a dilemma if I ever could see this in a movie format. If so it would be legendary. Thanks so much to Warner Bros, J. K. Rowling and the other authors for Harry Potter Franchise, Hogwarts, an unbreakable friendship and the boy who lived.

Regards,
Sreenath S

I solemnly swear that, I am up to no good. ☺️☺️
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Sudip
5.0 out of 5 stars Reminiscing my childhood days
Reviewed in India on 9 July 2017
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Ahh, A HP book and any rating less than 5 is blasphemy.

Went back to my childhood days.

Though it is not the same as the original series , yet something is better than nothing when it comes to HP series.

Take my review with a pinch of salt as I am BIASED when it comes to HP books and I love everything about it
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Tushar Deka
4.0 out of 5 stars Not your typical potter story but worth a read!
Reviewed in India on 4 January 2022
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The story is well written and although the plot feels fanmade; there were genuine moments of Rowlinesque magic for example the part with the Trolley Witch and the Weaponized bookshelf. The book is worth a read by genuine potterfans who love the concept of time travel and multiverse. The part I did not like at all was relegating adult Ron to the role of a joke shop owner. I think he deserved better. That role should have belonged to George Weasley.
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Sheran Ahmed @the_storyteller9_8
4.0 out of 5 stars Read it if you are a Harry Potter Fan!!!
Reviewed in India on 6 January 2021
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If you love Harry Potter, read all of its books, or have watched all of its movies and want to know what happens after the deathly hollows then this book is definitely for you.
Now this book is written as a play script with exchanges of dialogue between the character, but you will be easily able to picture what is happeing.
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Genre: Fantasy
Language: Intermediate
Pages: 352
Rating: 4.4./5
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The story unfolds 20 years after the events of Deathly Hollows. Harry, Ron, and Hermoine have all become parents and are now sending their kids to Hogwarts. Harry has 3 children James Potter the eldest, Albus Severus Potter the middle child, and a daughter Lilly Potter youngest. Ron and Hermoine on the other hand have eldest daughter Rose Granger Weasley and small son Hugo Granger Weasley.
It's the first year for Rose and Albus and they are very much tensed about it. However, the blunder happens when Albus is put into Slytherin and he becomes best friends with Scorpius Malfoy son of Draco Malfoy. Albus starts parting ways with his Dad and is often found quarreling with him. Albus decides to prove his worth to Harry by going back in time and saving Cedric Diggory from getting killed at the Triwizard tournament by Lord Voldemort. But due to unfortunate circumstances, Albus going back in time creates a chain of events that puts all of the people live in Peril.

Overall Review: Read it if you are a Harry Potter fan!
Thanks for reading the review
Jai Hind | Jai Bharat
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