Harry Potter & The Cursed Child

In J.K. Rowling's "Harry Potter and the Cursed Child," readers are transported 19 years into the wizarding world's future. Harry Potter, now a spouse, parent of three, and burdened Ministry of Magic employee, faces new challenges. His youngest son, Albus, grapples with the unwanted weight of a legendary family name. As Harry contends with a haunting past that refuses to stay dormant, father and son find themselves confronting an unsettling reality – the unexpected convergence of past and present, where shadows of darkness emerge. In this eighth tale, Rowling weaves a narrative that explores the complexities of legacy, family, and the enduring struggle against the forces of darkness. "Harry Potter and the Cursed Child" offers a captivating continuation of the beloved series, introducing readers to a new generation of characters while seamlessly blending the magic of the past with the uncertainties of the future.

From the Back Cover

Embark on a riveting journey back to the enchanting world of wizardry with J.K. Rowling's "Harry Potter and the Cursed Child." Set nineteen years after the original series, Harry Potter finds himself facing new challenges as a spouse, a parent of three, and an overworked Ministry of Magic employee. Meanwhile, his youngest son, Albus, grapples with the burdensome legacy of the Potter name. As father and son navigate the complexities of their intertwined destinies, they unearth a disquieting truth – the past and present can unexpectedly collide, casting shadows of darkness. Rowling masterfully crafts an eighth tale that seamlessly blends the beloved magic of Hogwarts with the challenges of adulthood, family dynamics, and the enduring battle against unseen forces. "Harry Potter and the Cursed Child" invites readers to rediscover the wizarding world, unveiling a captivating narrative that transcends time and generations, offering a spellbinding continuation of the cherished saga.

About the Author

J.K Rowling:

J.K. ROWLING is the author of the enduringly popular, era-defining Harry Potter seven-book series, which have sold over 600 million copies in 85 languages, been listened to as audiobooks for over one billion hours and made into eight smash hit movies. To accompany the series, she wrote three short companion volumes for charity, including Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them, which went on to inspire a new series of films featuring Magizoologist Newt Scamander. Harry’s story as a grown-up was continued in a stage play, Harry Potter and the Cursed Child, which J.K. Rowling wrote with playwright Jack Thorne and director John Tiffany.

 In 2020, she returned to publishing for younger children with the fairy tale The Ickabog, the royalties for which she donated to her charitable trust, Volant, to help charities working to alleviate the social effects of the Covid 19 pandemic. Her latest children’s novel, The Christmas Pig, was published in 2021.

J.K. Rowling has received many awards and honours for her writing, including for her detective series written under the name Robert Galbraith. She supports a wide number of humanitarian causes through Volant, and is the founder of the international children’s care reform charity Lumos. J.K. Rowling lives in Scotland with her family.

 Jim Kay won the Kate Greenaway Medal in 2012 for his illustrations in A Monster Calls by Patrick Ness. Jim studied illustration at the University of Westminster and since graduating has worked in the archives of Tate Britain and the Royal Botanic Gardens at Kew. Jim has produced concept work for television and contributed to a group exhibition at the Victoria and Albert Museum in London. He now lives and works in Northamptonshire, England, with his wife.