Unlocking Hermione Granger’s Bookshelf: A Witch’s Literary Odyssey
Welcoming our beloved heroin, fellow literature lover, and our favourite female character in Harry Potter… drumroll please, Hermoine Granger! A couple of days ago I was rewatching Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban for the millionth time when I wondered what books Hermoine would read. Being the brains and the powerhouse of the Golden Trio, I always thought of Hermoine as the mitochondria. She was perpetually engulfed in a book, and her form of entertainment would be light reading to which Ron would nearly faint looking at the sight of the book’s thickness.. so I knew that her taste would be enriched with a heavy vocabulary and profound themes.
Reading the books and watching the movies a couple hundred times I can confidently say that Hermoine loves history, as her vast knowledge of the Wizarding World always came to her advantage. And I believe she is also a hopeless romantic, looking at her romantic endeavor with Victor Krum whom she swooned over. Hermoine is also a big social activist much like the actor who played her, Emma Watson. Hermoine is a firm advocate for social causes she believes in, which led her to found many clubs like the Society for the Promotion of Elfish Welfare aka S.P.E.W, and she was also a part of Dumbledore’s Army.
So, with all of this information, here are 5 books that are definitely on Hermoine’s TBR.
1. The Perks of Being a Wallflower – Stephen Chbosky
Other than being a masterfully written book exploring poignant concepts, I feel Hermoine, an empath, would read these for a new perspective in life. Her broad interest in literature would pique her curiosity and beckon her to read this. As previously stated, Hermoine is known for her social consciousness, addressing issues such as bullying, abuse, and mental health, these themes resonate deeply with Hermoine’s values, and her idea of promoting social justice.
2. The Lost Girls of Paris – Pam Jenoff
Hermoine being a history geek would devour this book as it is set in the timeframe of World War 2. This book includes stories of brave women involved in espionage, which I feel as though would also be a leading factor that would interest Hermoine, as she is a big-time female rights advocate. Hermoine would love this book as it has both of her favorite themes intertwined.
3. A Short History of Nearly Everything – Bill Bryson
This book is filled with facts about the earth, the universe, humans, and just facts in general which would delight Hermoine. I can just imagine Hermoine pulling all-nighters to read this book, and talking about it whenever she has the chance. This book would quench her thirst and hunger for knowledge (probably not, she will never stop reading).
Not only would Hermoine Granger recommend this book, but so would her alter-ego Emma Watson. This book is a timeless novel on how society treats women just on their ability to reproduce. It’s an original, dystopian, feministic book that values women’s rights. Moreover, this is a very intellectually stimulating novel, which I feel as though would excite Hermoine.
As Hermoine love for learning and literature flourishes, this book will entrap her with its rich language and dialogue, lavish plot, and complex characters. Hermoine being a fighter for gender equality, this book explores themes of independence, societal expectations, and the role of women in 19th-century England, which could resonate with Hermione’s values. Reading this book would be a way for her to relax and enjoy a well-crafted story by dissecting the deep themes.
Overall, Hermione Granger being a character of many capabilities, likes her book that explore themes that relate to her insatiable appetite for knowledge, her empathy for others, and her unwavering commitment to social justice. Hermione’s TBR pile would be a treasure trove of literature spanning various genres and themes. Sometimes delving into historical fiction, non-fiction, romance, and even social justice. Her taste for reading is similar to her intellect, compassion, and unwavering dedication to making the world a better place for all.
