Mugglenet.com's Harry Potter Should Have Died: Controversial Views from the #1 Fan Site (Paperback)

~ Emerson Spartz (Author), Ben Schoen (Author)

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J. K. Rowling not only told a wonderful story of a boy wizard; she also created an endless, magical world filled with millions of what-ifs. Whether the reader is a ten-year-old in the school lunchroom or an adult posting on one of the countless Potter fansites, debating what ifs is the love of millions of Harry Potter fans. Now Mugglenet.com's Unofficial, Unauthorized and Unequaled Harry Potter Debates brings the original and entertaining views of the experts behind Mugglenet.com to 100 of the most interesting and contentious debate topics in the Potter world. Digging into every reference in all seven books, the authors apply the same unmatched insight that allowed them to be so incredibly accurate with their predictions in Mugglenet.com's What Will Happen in Harry Potter 7. Readers find plenty to ponder as they consider whether Snape or Dumbledore is a better wizard, whether it would be better to own Harry's invisibility cloak or his flying broomstick, and many more magical conundrums.

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Emerson Spartz founded the MuggleNet website in 1999 as a homeschooled twelve-year-old. He is a third-year student at the University of Notre Dame. Ben Schoen was webmaster at mugglenet.com during high school and is now a freshman at the University of Notre Dame. They are both from Indiana.

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Product Details Reading level: Ages 9-12 Paperback: 180 pages Publisher: Ulysses Press (June 2, 2009) Language: English ISBN-10: 1569757119 ISBN-13: 978-1569757116 Product Dimensions: 8.4 x 5.5 x 0.6 inches Shipping Weight: 7.8 ounces (View shipping rates and policies) Average Customer Review: 4.1 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (17 customer reviews) Amazon.com Sales Rank: #44,564 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books) Popular in these categories: (What's this?) #27 in  Books > Children's Books > Literature > Literary Criticism & Collections #44 in  Books > Children's Books > Series > Fantasy & Adventure > Harry Potter Books

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Most Helpful Customer Reviews 17 of 18 people found the following review helpful: 5.0 out of 5 stars Passionate Debates- This is Where You'll Find Them!, June 18, 2009 By  Mary Monkoski (PA United States) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)    Don't let the tongue-in-cheek tone or occasional just-for-fun debate fool you, this book displays a rigorous analysis of the Harry Potter series presented in a concise enjoyable format. Despite having spent some time perusing the comment boards at various forums, there were debates presented here I had not considered before. The debate on which character is more underestimated by others, for example, led me to wonder what other characters might have been included. I was fascinated by the debate on whether secret keeper details in Deathly Hallows contradicted earlier information. I found myself rereading portions of the books to see whether I agreed with the conclusion here. The book is filled with laugh-out-loud moments and some of the discussions on the movies are hilarious. While the authors are occasionally critical of the books and movies, their love of the series they have spent years discussing is thoroughly evident. I was often reminded of the trio debating Professor Snape or SPEW endlessly in the library or Hogwarts common room. Any true fan of the series has imagined being in on those discussions, this is the book that takes you there. 9 of 11 people found the following review helpful: 5.0 out of 5 stars Great Summer Read, June 15, 2009 By  SamPickwick-Esq - See all my reviews Once I started reading this book I couldn't stop. The chapters average 2-3 pages each, so pacing yourself is easy and you can read chapters out of sequence if you like. This book is intelligently written with humor and insight. The authors obviously know the Harry Potter series inside and out, and the essays offer opposing views of many important issues from the seven book series. The essays range from the lighthearted - "Would You Rather Shave Hagrid's Back or Give Voldemort a Foot Massage?" - to literary criticism - "Which Character Fails to Live Up to Expectations?" Some essays are serious, and some are laugh out loud funny. This book is written for grown ups and young adults: a great summer read. 8 of 10 people found the following review helpful: 5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent Summary and Review!, June 14, 2009 By  J. Hirsch (NJ USA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)    This book is great because is objectively takes fans' questions and opinions, and then summarizes them into concise arguments. Then, the authors summarize and give their objective opinions. While I did not agree with every outcome, I enjoyed reading every word!		Ad feedback   Most Recent Customer Reviews 5.0 out of 5 stars Wonderful. In the beginning, the authors state that the contents of the book are their opinions; and they actually tell you that if you disagree, then you are welcome to argue your point... Read more Published 1 month ago by Christina M. Dunlap 3.0 out of 5 stars When fan boys publish For those who picture the stereotypical science fiction or fantasy fan as a relatively young adult (usually male) who obsesses over the minutia of every piece of fiction (the sort... Read more Published 2 months ago by mrliteral 5.0 out of 5 stars A treat made by fans and for fans Some stories attract more than just the common reader. "Harry Potter Should Have Died: Controversial Views from the #1 Fan Site" is a collection of discussions about the... Read more Published 2 months ago by Midwest Book Review 4.0 out of 5 stars Harry Potter Should Have Died In their return book, Ben Schoen and Emerson Spartz decide to go for an interesting Q&A debate format. Read more Published 3 months ago by Runa Zaman 2.0 out of 5 stars Not Necessary to Own I was highly anticipating this book, so when I found it at my bookstore, I bought it without even leafing through it. Well - I returned it. Read more Published 3 months ago by C. Heiremans 5.0 out of 5 stars Must Have Handbook for the Fan If you are looking for an excellent book that presents both sides of some very controversial issues in the Harry Potter series, this book is for you. Read more Published 3 months ago by Solitary Moon 3.0 out of 5 stars Fairly Decent Mugglenet.com has long been my only source for information on Harry Potter. Books and movies alike. I loved the first book mugglenet. Read more Published 4 months ago by J. Weatherford 4.0 out of 5 stars Another great Mugglenet book! Here is yet another great Mugglenet book! The first was terrific and this one follows in it's footsteps. Read more Published 4 months ago by Christa J. Gartner 5.0 out of 5 stars Great Book! 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Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 9-12
  
• Paperback: 180 pages
• Publisher: Ulysses Press (June 2, 2009)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1569757119
• ISBN-13: 978-1569757116
• Product Dimensions: 8.4 x 5.5 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 7.8 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.1 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (17 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #44,564 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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17 of 18 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Passionate Debates- This is Where You'll Find Them!, June 18, 2009

By	Mary Monkoski (PA United States) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

Don't let the tongue-in-cheek tone or occasional just-for-fun debate fool you, this book displays a rigorous analysis of the Harry Potter series presented in a concise enjoyable format. Despite having spent some time perusing the comment boards at various forums, there were debates presented here I had not considered before. The debate on which character is more underestimated by others, for example, led me to wonder what other characters might have been included. I was fascinated by the debate on whether secret keeper details in Deathly Hallows contradicted earlier information. I found myself rereading portions of the books to see whether I agreed with the conclusion here.

The book is filled with laugh-out-loud moments and some of the discussions on the movies are hilarious. While the authors are occasionally critical of the books and movies, their love of the series they have spent years discussing is thoroughly evident. I was often reminded of the trio debating Professor Snape or SPEW endlessly in the library or Hogwarts common room. Any true fan of the series has imagined being in on those discussions, this is the book that takes you there.

9 of 11 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great Summer Read, June 15, 2009

By	SamPickwick-Esq - See all my reviews

Once I started reading this book I couldn't stop. The chapters average 2-3 pages each, so pacing yourself is easy and you can read chapters out of sequence if you like. This book is intelligently written with humor and insight. The authors obviously know the Harry Potter series inside and out, and the essays offer opposing views of many important issues from the seven book series. The essays range from the lighthearted - "Would You Rather Shave Hagrid's Back or Give Voldemort a Foot Massage?" - to literary criticism - "Which Character Fails to Live Up to Expectations?" Some essays are serious, and some are laugh out loud funny. This book is written for grown ups and young adults: a great summer read.

8 of 10 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent Summary and Review!, June 14, 2009

By	J. Hirsch (NJ USA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

This book is great because is objectively takes fans' questions and opinions, and then summarizes them into concise arguments. Then, the authors summarize and give their objective opinions. While I did not agree with every outcome, I enjoyed reading every word!