Rowling used to be consice

[Deb]

No: HPFGUIDX 169714

    I have started re-reading the series, and two-thirds of the way
through the Philosopher's Stone, it struck me how much Rowling packed
into that little book.  The whole scene of what happened going down
the trap door took only 16 pages!  
    Although I enjoy the detail of the later books, I can see how some
folks suggest that some of her later books could have used a good
editor.  
    I teach at an elementary school, and I try to read several books
at this level every year. I am struck by how far and above the Harry
Potter books are in quality, compared with other children's books.
Deb R, aka readzalot