The Crimes of Grindelwald

Written by J.K. Rowling

Book #2 in the Fantastic Beasts series

A dark wizard escapes, threatening a divided world. Can Newt stop him before it's too late?

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287 pages· 19,891 words· Est. 2 hour read· ~750L

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In a world teetering on the brink of chaos, Newt Scamander faces a daunting task: stop the escaped dark wizard Grindelwald from rallying followers to his sinister cause. With Albus Dumbledore's guidance, Newt must navigate a landscape where love and loyalty are tested, and even the closest bonds may fracture. As the wizarding world divides, Newt's courage and cunning are put to the ultimate test. Will he succeed in thwarting Grindelwald's plans, or will darkness prevail? Discover the secrets and surprises that link this tale to the beloved Harry Potter universe.

From the publisher

J.K. Rowling’s five-film Fantastic Beasts adventure series continues with the original screenplay for Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of GrindelwaldAt the end of Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them, the powerful Dark wizard Gellert Grindelwald was captured in New York with the help of Newt Scamander. But, making good on his threat, Grindelwald escapes custody and sets about gathering followers, most unsuspecting of his true agenda: to raise pure-blood wizards up to rule over all non-magical beings. In an effort to thwart Grindelwald’s plans, Albus Dumbledore enlists Newt, his former Hogwarts student, who agrees to help once again, unaware of the dangers that lie ahead. Lines are drawn as love and loyalty are tested, even among the truest friends and family, in an increasingly divided wizarding world. This second original screenplay from J.K. Rowling, illustrated with stunning line art from MinaLima, expands on earlier events that helped shape the wizarding world, with some surprising nods to the Harry Potter stories that will delight fans of both the books and films.

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