This Could Actually Make Me Read Harry Potter

I’ve never read any of the Harry Potter books. It’s not that I think there is anything wrong with them, just that I’ve never really gotten interested in reading them. However, I just saw an article that could actually tip the scales.

That’s right, there’s actually a bunch of people who are traveling to London to perform exorcisms because they think Harry Potter has corrupted the world. Apparently, these three young women think that the spells in the Harry Potter books are real and that recited such has invited demons to possess people.

No, really. These people actually believe this.

Now, most of the time I really try to stay away from the beliefs of other people. Really, I do. It just isn’t my business. However, I can’t help thinking this sounds as dopey as the people in the early 80s who kept saying that D&D led to Satanism. Trust me, I’ve hung out with a lot of D&D people. One thing they don’t have is any sway with dark powers.

Regardless, these three could actually get me to finally read the Harry Potter books. If there weren’t something like thirty of the things or whatever I might have already started in. I wouldn’t mind giving a look, but I’m not sure I’m ready to commit to the entire series, and I’m not sure it’s worth it to bother if I don’t go all the way.