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Beyond the Wand: The Magic and Mayhem of Growing Up a Wizard by Tom Felton - 4* - My Review

I have recently been re-watching the Harry Potter movies in sequence. So, when I saw a memoir by Tom Felton, the actor who played Draco Malfoy, I decided it would be an excellent supplement to my nostalgic journey through the films. Felton recounts his childhood and family life, how he got the role in the Harry Potter series, interactions with notable performers, and later in the book, his struggles with addiction and mental health issues. The writing is colloquial and provides a sense of the author’s personality. He shares a few characteristics with Draco, including a mischievous streak. I found it interesting than some fans have trouble distinguishing the actor from the role. This book is filled with self-deprecating humor. I laughed out loud at several of his stories. He seems to be a natural storyteller. I particularly enjoyed his anecdotes about the filming of his movies. I listened to the audio book, read by the author, and he does a fabulous job.