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Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire

by J.K. Rowling · Harry Potter

The Harry Potter series grows up — a thrilling magical tournament gives way to genuine danger, loss, and the realization that the world is darker than it seemed.

Kid
77
/ 100
Parent
69
/ 100
Teacher
70
/ 100
Best fit: ages 10-13 Still works: ages 9-15

Our Take

Adventure-dominant fantasy that excels at immersion and suspense, with growing emotional depth and strong classroom utility

✓ Perfect for

  • Readers who loved books 1-3 and are ready for higher stakes and emotional complexity
  • Kids aged 10-13 who enjoy long, immersive fantasy with mystery elements
  • Young readers who can handle themes of loss and are ready for the series' tonal shift toward darkness

Book facts

Format
middle grade novel
ISBN
9786586733501
Series
Harry Potter
Illustration
sparse

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