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Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them: The Original Screenplay

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Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them: The Original Screenplay

Fiction | Play | YA | Published in 2016

Book Brief

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Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them: The Original Screenplay

Fiction | Play | YA | Published in 2016
Book Details
Pages

293

Format

Play • Fiction

Setting

New York City • 1920s

Publication Year

2016

Publisher

Arthur A. Levine Books

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

10-18 years

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Super Short Summary

Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them: The Original Screenplay follows magizoologist Newt Scamander's adventures in 1926 New York City. He encounters various magical creatures and navigates challenges alongside new friends, all while dealing with tensions between the magical and non-magical communities. The screenplay presents events leading to unexpected encounters and discoveries, impacting both the wizarding and non-wizarding worlds.

Fantastical

Adventurous

Playful

Reviews & Readership

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Review Roundup

Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them: The Original Screenplay offers a compelling expansion of J.K. Rowling's wizarding world. Positively, it enchants with vivid descriptions and imaginative creatures. However, some readers may find the screenplay format less engaging than traditional prose. Overall, it captivates fans with its rich detail and creativity.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them: The Original Screenplay?

Fans of Harry Potter, especially those who enjoy magical worlds, detailed creature lore, and adventure, will appreciate Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them: The Original Screenplay. It appeals to readers similar to those of C.S. Lewis's The Chronicles of Narnia for its immersive fantasy and imaginative storytelling.

Book Details
Pages

293

Format

Play • Fiction

Setting

New York City • 1920s

Publication Year

2016

Publisher

Arthur A. Levine Books

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

10-18 years

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