Continuing my reading of Harry Potter, I just wrapped up the Order of the Phoenix. I’d have to say, besides year one this has probably been my favorite in the series thus far.
I especially liked that  more side characters got to have a chance for some heroics this time. I’ve also rooted for the lessers and it was really great to read Neville pulling off some courageous moves near the end. I do find myself rooting for the clumsy fool.
It was also pretty cool to finally read Dumbledore in action. I was kinda under the impression at times that he was a frail old man at this point, but that would clearly of been wrong. He’s more like a John Rambo really.
The characters are growing up and so is the overall mood of the story as well. Things continue to get a bit darker and it makes for a more interesting story to me.
Excellent stuff, and I’m glad I finally am reading this series. Onward to Year 6.