Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire by J. K. Rowling (2000)

Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire is the fourth installment in the popular book series. And what a surprise to see how large it is, compared to the first 3 books! They averaged 300 pages and this one tops in at over 600!

Harry and his friends are beginning their 4th year of magical instruction at Hogwarts school. Although the school year starts with an ominous sign (a terrorist attack by Death Eaters at a huge international sporting event), Harry is sure that this year will be a good one for him. He is starting this year on a "high note"...after discovering who ther real snitch was who "ratted" on his parents to Lord Voldemort (which led to their deaths), and saving his godfather from being wrongfully re-imprisoned. Even school seems really neat this year, as they have a new Professor who is teaching them some amazing stuff in Harry's favorite class (Defence Against the Dark Arts).

But alas for poor Harry, a happy and carefree school year is not in the cards. Under very unusual circumstances, his name is drawn to compete in a magical tournament...one that he is underage, underskilled and underprepared to compete in. Everyone is mad at Harry for "cheating" to get his name in the competition...even his best friend Ron. Like in his second year, (when many Hogwarts students feared harry was the Heir of Slytherin) Harry faces months of being shunned, rejected, friendless and alone. Luckily things pick up for Harry when he starts winning in the competitions and at least most people are not mad at him anymore...but he has other problems...such as the very awkward position of having to ask the girl he has a crush on, to the school dance.

Even though Harry is in the middle of a literally life-and-death competition, the book still takes time-out from the action to include humor, and bits of teenage experiences to be thrown in for greater realism and empathy. We may not be able to relate to the experience of dragon-battling, but we all know the sting of rejection from a teenage crush, or worries about not being able to dance.

I found this book to be easy reading, and generally, not "scary" until the end...when Voldemort returns. The end of this book marks the 'end of innocence' in Harry's world...the war that was brewing has begun and the series takes a darker turn from here as the main characters find themselves growing up in a ever more dangerous world.

Please do yourselves a favor and read this series from the beginning, and also be sure to READ the book, not just see the movie. The movies are fine, but the books are spectacular.

love the book, but thought i would get a dust cover, it's alright tho, it's not a big thing. i got this book because it was time for me to get the next harry potter book

I was a little disappointed in the book. Had heard so much about it and I was disappointed in it. Wish I had passed.

I was happy with what I got. I've read the book before, so no surprises, but I'm glad to have it. The condition was just as promised and it was a great price for the book, too.

Just another wonderful book in the world of Harry Potter. In this book, Hermione's and Ron's relationship changes and it gets very tense at times. J.K. Rowling is a genius!

item was as descripted , item was very good condition , shipping was reasonable , the price was reasonable

This purchase was made to replace a previously purchased book that had been damaged. The HP series is terrific light reading for most children thru adult ages. The book that I purchased was in excellent condition and was as advertised by the seller. Since this series of books are read and re-read by members of the household it was necessary to obtain a replacement volume. This purchase was an exceptional value considering price paid and condition of the book.

Product was as described,and it was delivered in a timely manner. Very satisfied. Would use this seller again.

This is a really great book I added to my library. It was the right price and was in great shape when it arrived.

I bought this book to start completing my collection of hard cover Harry Potter books. The book came to me as described and I love it. :) It was a great price and VERY fast shipping.

The book arrived today and WOW it is in great conditions. Thank you again so very much. I wish I could write perfect on the rating

Bought the book for my family and it never collects dust. Great book and a great series. In fact this book is a replacement for the first one purchased because the first one was read to shreds and binding came apart. This probably won't be the last one I purchase.

I bought this book for my seven year old boy. While other parents have trouble getting their children to read....I have trouble getting him to do other things! He wakes up early in the morning to read before school. (not so bad since he goes to bed eagerly by 7:30 PM)
GREAT BOOK with great fantasy story line.
Please note: There are some scary parts and mild violence.

Many a twist and turn in this installment of the greatest boy wizard in literature. This book will keep you on the edge of your seat and your eyes will blur as you cant put it down. How did Harry's name get into the Goblet? Why was it put in the Goblet? What is Mad Eye Moody's reason for being so helpful? Will Ron and Harry mend their friendship and the trust they once had? All these questions are answered in this installment as well as being packed with the adventure, drama and humor we've come to love in the HP series.

harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire is the 4th book in the Harry Potter Series. It was written by JK Rowling and released in Canada in 2000.

This book starts off on a happy note as Harry and the Weasley's head off to the Quidditch World Cup. They have a grand time there marking the major high point of the book. At the end of the championship game you get a glimpse of Voldemort's old power as his Death Eater's are introduced and they attack the camp.

The 4th year at Hogwart's is highlighted by the Tri-Wizard tournament. Two other school's of wizards are sent to Hogwarts to participate in this great tournament.

Harry end's up in this tournament and he has a miserable time because people think he cheated to end up in it.

The book is full of the danger's of the tournament and the tension between the contestants, Harry, and the school who think's he cheated. The ending of the tournament also has a death occuring!

The real pay off is at the end of the book when Harry Potter has to confront a Reborn Lord Voldemort! It is a very tense and exciting scene!

A great book.

5/5

Latsyrhc
Tamarack Collectibles

I thoroughly love this series of books and would encourage anyone, not just kids, to read them. I decided to purchase the series because I love the story line behind the characters and want to have copies for myself and my kids.

As with any Harry Potter book, the books is much funnier, entertaining, and a wilder adventure then the movies.

So if you haven't already please take the time and read each book after you have seen the movie. That way you can still enjoy all the surprises and twist and turns that the movie has with out being perturbed over what was left out from J.K.'s
telling of the story.

Examples: In the book it was not Neval who gave Harry the Gilly Weed. The movie also left Dobby out completely as well as Winky. I feel Winky was a important part of the story as was everything she reveals in her telling of her story. READ THIS BOOK. The movie left out important stuff.

this is the fourth book in the series and probably one of the best, in it harry discovers a lot about his true character, and whre his loyalties lie, he is given a chance of a lifetime to develop his courage and build his self esteem, and even get some new spells, but will those be enough to prepare him to face voldemort?


UK adult cover
UK child cover which contains the same text as the adult just with a more fanciful pictureon the cover
UK collectors edition (stamped signiture of JK rowling,false gild on pages)
US edition

We are trying to complete the set of Harry Potter books. This gets us well on our way.....................................................................

i resived the book on time and it was everything they said it was.
i have every book , but my mom did not so i bought her a set.
she loves them.

To complete a full set of 7 hard back all first edition! So I could resell them on ebay as an entire set...

While I bought this hardcover book as a present for someone else, I had read the book. It is the 4th book in the 7-book series about the Wizard Harry Potter. It is a pivital book in the series and answers many questions left by the previous books. As with the other books in the series, you will not want to put it down. It an action-packed book and an enjoyable read. If you have read the first 3 books, you will want to read this one and as a hardcover book it will be a handsome addition to your personal library.

I love Harry Potter and although my daughter and I have read all 7, I bought my daughter this for Christmas because it's her favorite of the 7. I love them all, and this holds its own along with all the others. My daugther wants a Goblet of Fire birthday party for her 9th!!

I bought this book as a present for my son-in-law. He really enjoys the Harry Potter series. He already read this book (he checked it out from the library) but did not have his own copy. I am trying to get a complete set as he loves to reread them for his pleasure.

I think that this series will be read to my granddaughter by her father
when she is old enough--and I am thrilled with that idea!!

I was a Christmas present to my husband, and he loved it! Book 4 is his favorite, and it came to me in excellent condition....fast, and exactly as expected! Thanks so much!