J.K. Rowling’s new novel, which is not a spin-off of the “Harry Potter” series, has been confirmed not to be inspired by the author’s own life. While some netizens believe this, others are skeptical, and critics have been less than favorable in their reviews.
In addition to the renowned “Harry Potter” series and several books related to the wizarding world, J.K. Rowling has written other novels under the pseudonym Robert Galbraith. Some of the books published under this name include *The Cuckoo’s Calling*, *The Silkworm*, and *Career of Evil*.
Recently, Rowling’s new novel under the Robert Galbraith pseudonym, *The Ink Black Heart*, has been released. The book has stirred controversy as some details within the story are seen as resembling aspects of Rowling’s own life, though Rowling herself has denied this.
The plot of *The Ink Black Heart* centers around Edie Ledwell, a YouTube content creator. Ledwell has produced an animated series that gains fame but also brings her numerous problems. She faces online attacks, becomes the target of mockery, and even receives death threats due to a scene in her show that is deemed racist and discriminatory towards transgender individuals, specifically involving a “bisexual worm.” The harassment is led by an anonymous individual known as “Anomie.”
Edie Ledwell seeks help from a private detective, but her concerns are largely dismissed until she is found murdered in a cemetery near her home. It is then that the detectives realize the gravity of the situation and become embroiled in uncovering the true identity of “Anomie.”
Many netizens have noted similarities between the plot of *The Ink Black Heart* and J.K. Rowling’s personal experiences. Like Ledwell, Rowling has faced ridicule and threats online for expressing her views on transgender issues and defending them, despite the disagreement from many readers and the cast of the “Harry Potter” films. Additionally, Ledwell’s lack of trust from the private detective parallels Rowling’s own experiences with the police when seeking help.
Despite these similarities, J.K. Rowling asserts that she wrote *The Ink Black Heart* before her personal controversies arose. Therefore, the book is not a memoir or a reflection of her life, and any resemblance is purely coincidental. Rowling insists that any similarities are just random coincidences.
Following Rowling’s statement, netizens have split into two camps: some believe it is indeed a coincidence, while others are doubtful and mock the idea. Some have playfully suggested that Rowling may be using the novel as a way to vent about the criticisms she faces, despite continuing to make a fortune from the “Harry Potter” franchise.
Meanwhile, some critics have given negative reviews of the novel and suggest that it may not be selling well.
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