I mostly like to read books in the fiction category. Of all these books my favorite would be 'Harry Potter and the Order of Phoenix'.
For me reading is an experience. A journey, if you will. When I read a book, then for me all the factors count - including how did I get the book? When did I read it - a holiday or a working day. Was it raining that day.
HOW DID I GET THE BOOK:
My father had mentioned in the passing that he would buy it for me but I didn't think that he would remember. Then I went to the school on the release date and discussed it with a friend that he would lend me the book once he finishes it. I thought that this guy is a slow a reader and it would probably be two days before he finishes it. Oh well.........what could I do. So I returned home and went about my routine. Then we had this surprise power cut and the lights went off for maybe 3-4 hours. My father was late coming to the home that day. So when there was a knock on the door we were all waiting for him at the dinner. My sister opened the door and he came in and I was sitting near the kitchen talking to my mother. He casually handed me the book before he went to the bathroom. I don't remember but I think I missed my dinner that night :-)
WHEN DID I READ IT:
I started reading immediately in the light of a kerosene lamp. It was drizzling a bit and the weather was perfect.
THE STORY:
I had already read the first four books in the series several times. In this book we see the emergence of the Order of phoenix led by Albus Dumbledore against the Dark Wizard Voldemort who was reincarnated in the previous book. Harry potter, Ron and Hermione along with the Order take their stand against the Dark army as the ministry of magic is infiltrated by minions of the Dark Wizard. I can't get into too many details and spoil the book for some who haven't read it.
WHAT I LIKED MOST IN THE BOOK:
I really loved the fact that Harry and his friends come of age in this book. They find there purpose and choose a path that is a difficult one. They decide to walk this path alone and leave their families behind when they leave for their quest. This is the book where their true journey starts (I loved the fact that Harry and I were of almost the same age. Also the fact that our birthdays are quite near.......ha ha!)
I not only loved this book but I loved the experience of reading it. I remember my sister making me tea in the middle of the night and bringing it to me because I just wouldn't sleep. It was as if my whole family decided that they would make sure the this book was the best reading experience I could have.