10 Best Harry Potter Chapters

10. The Yule Ball

Book:The Goblet of Fire

Chapter Synopsis: The champions and their fellow students are treated to a night of well-mannered frivolity.

This chapter was not a highlight in terms of plot, but it was still fun from start to finish.

Ron’s reaction to his dress robes and Hermione’s relationship with Viktor Krum made for some great comedic moments. It was also amusing to see Snape’s brief purge of students making out in secret outside the Entrance Hall.

Most importantly, however, this chapter was a key component of Hermione’s character arc. Rowling balanced the moment perfectly, demonstrating a side to Hermione that the reader had not seen before whilst still staying true to her character.

It’s a testament to the strength of Rowling’s characters and world-building that she was able to write such an enjoyable chapter that was almost totally devoid of plot progression.