After some trouble with the irritating Dursleys, Harry arrives at Hogwarts. A new Defense Against the Dark Arts techer causes difficulties for him and his pals, Ron and Hermione. Some new magical objects and magical animals play a role in the looming threat. Quidditch happens, perhaps offstage or not very importantly. Christmas happens. There's a showdown with Voldemort, in which Snape proves ones and for all that he's one of the good guys. Harry triumphs. Somebody important dies, possibly several people. The end.