While Harry grapples with a past that refuses to stay where it belongs, his youngest son Albus must struggle with the weight of a family legacy he never wanted. As past and present fuse ominously, both father and son learn the uncomfortable truth: sometimes, darkness comes from unexpected places (Goodreads).
However many fond memories this eighth Harry Potter story brings up, nostalgia alone does not cover the fact that The Cursed Child seems like a fanfiction. With a few ridiculous story elements (see the fact that Voldemort actually had a child; or the trolley lady insanity), the story lacks the original charm of the Harry Potter series, whether that is because of the script format or that it is not focused on magic anymore, instead on relationships and character development, that admittedly is done rather well. Scorpius in particular is an excellent character who is one of few that are not flat.Even with some typical amusing Ron quips, Harry Potter and the Cursed Child has a somewhat confusing plot, although with some well done emotional scenes, and just manages to keep readers satisfied. 6.9/10
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