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Summary: Harry Potter & The Prisioner Of Azkaban
Review: Titlie: Harry Potter & The Prisoner of Azkaban
Author: J. K. RowlingThe Harry Potter & The Prisoner of Azkabans, is about a man named Sirus Black,who was put in prison for killing thirteen people (one wizard). At night he would say things in his dreams, that a boy (Harry Potter) was at Hogwarts. That ws the same night he had escape for the must horrible prison a wizard can go to. He wsa also a close and loyal servant to a dark wizard named Lord Valmount.
Lord Valmount was a horrible wizard killed people if they wouldn't accept his offer to turn to the dark magic. So now Harry's third year at Hogwarts is being gruarded tight this year, but Harry is still not safe even at the walls of Hogwarts, and Hogwarts has the top best wizdards. The characters of the third book are Herimone Granger (friend), Ron Weasly (best friend), Dursely Family (aunt, uncle, and couison of Harry), Professor Snape (Harry's worst teacher), Hagrid (gatekeeper), Darco Malfoy (Harry's emeny), The Weasly's (Ron's family)ere are also two new teachers (you have to find them) in Harry's third year at Hogwarts.
Harry Potter is the youngest seeker of a Hogwarts sport called "Quidditch". The game is a little like football on broomsticks, the object of the game is to get the playing materials through the hoops, and to have the most points before the match is over. You can also win the game by having the seeker (someone who's job is to caught a golden wing ball), caught the golden ball and end the game before the other team does.
One of the raising events that happens in the book is Harry Potter has a match and something happen to him that could kill him, but something may happen to save him. The book has a lot of events that comes in every chapter, it keeps ayou wanting to read more and more. The characters around Harry plays a huge role in his life. Harry lost his parents to Lord Valdemont and he was the only oone one who survives his curse.
The books has a lot of look very careful at the words, so that you can understand, and be able to solve clues that the book gives. It's one of the best science fiction books I have very read. The weakness of the books are that the vocabulary. i felt that the book should explain a little more of some of the word thaey were using, it also had some unnessary words I felt that should be there. I would give the book 9.5 out of 10.
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Summary: really good kids book
Review: To her credit, Rowling's third Harry Potter book is as inventive and readable as the first. I read all three books in one weekend and was sad to have the tale stop --both my sister and I look forward to the next installment very much, and we're in our 40s! Rowling, type faster! But I can't help but wonder where the series is going. I feel sure Harry's going to fall in love with the Asian girl (Britain in the 90s) who out-Seekered him in the rain. And Malfoy will stop being a bully and outgrow his father. And Snape will die saving the school. And Voldemort will possess Dumbledore's body. And Hagrid will redeem himself once and for all and move out of the Airstream. And in the last book of course, Harry's parents will come out of hiding to help Harry (nee Ged, has anyone else noticed?) defeat Voldemort once and for all. But at least Voldemort can't turn out to be Harry's father gone bad --George Lucas would sue, barring (eek) collusion over film rights. Book could have used some minor editing, like deleting the Sneakoscope item which appears two or three times but never really gets used for anything.
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Summary: Harry Potter: Well-Baked?
Review: To the children of today, life is usually not as good as they would like it to be. The world they are growing into and coming to know is dull, demanding, and disappointing. They never get what they want from their parents, and are always hoping that they are, in reality, special people. Therefore, Harry Potter is the realization of their every dream. And according to the New York Times bestsellers list as of September 19, 1999, there may be more "children" out there than expected. As Book Three of Joanne K. Rowling's Harry Potter series, Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban, was released that week, Book One, Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone, was at number one, and Book Two, Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets, was at number three. The third book of Rowling's seven-book series shows, just as well as each of the first two, why Harry Potter's adventures have been able to attract millions of readers worldwide. Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban takes place mostly within the premises of the Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry, with a few visits to the nearby wizard community, Hogsmeade. Hogwarts is an excellent setting because of the freedom its students are given. This adds to the effect of the countless ways in which young readers can relate to Harry. Harry has gone from a restrictive family environment, which many children and youths today would eagerly acknowledge to being in, into a place where he can spend his free time in any way he wants, which children and youths are yearning for. In the wizard world, there exists a whole new set of vocabulary in addition to the one used in the ordinary world. Terms such as "Muggles" (ordinary people), "Quidditch" (the popular wizard sport in which teams compete on flying brooms), and "every flavour beans" (a candy that can taste like everything from chocolate to earwax) add to the readers' sense of being a part of Harry's world. The diction in this story not only adds to the friendliness of the book, but also introduces new words to the vocabulary of its younger readers. Words such as "marauder", "clairvoyant", "purveyor", and "abysmally" may even embellish the vocabulary of older readers. Unfortunately, parents and guardians may need to note that there is one word, occurring two or three times in this story, which may add an undesirable flavour to a child's speech: "damn". This is definitely one word even the Muggle world, let alone the wizard world, can do without. The biggest contribution of the setting to the story's overall effect is to the atmosphere. Rowling has been able to recognise the importance of setting consistent routines and standards. Only when these are in place can certain events be considered special and cause excitement. They also instil a sense of belonging, especially in those who have read the previous books in the series. The simplicity of characters in this story facilitates readers' accurate identification of the characters and therefore the readers would experience the emotions that Rowling plans for them at each stage of the story. Since the roles represent typical stereotypes, it is as if the readers already have an idea of the characters before they have even read the book. This adds to the familiarity that is achieved between the readers and the characters in the story. The most obvious and, at first glance, dominant theme running throughout Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban is good versus evil. However, permeating the whole story, even more so than the theme of good versus evil, is the theme of appearance versus reality. Often times readers are led to believe one version of a situation, but end up being surprised at what has really happened, or does happen. This is the most evident and significant as the truth about a situation is revealed at the climax of the story. The ability of Rowling to suggest a most likely possibility about the situation, while maintaining consistency with the truth such that the acute reader would notice something amiss, makes her "deceit" the highlight of the story's many assets. As the perfect book can only be achieved within the subjective mind of a reader, so can there be pinpointed a few blemishes in Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban. The idea of placing Harry in an oppressive family may allow some young readers to relate. That, in itself, is a sound literary strategy. However, Rowling goes on to depict rebellious behaviour displayed by none other than the story's hero, Harry. Not only does Harry feel justified in his actions; he is also not punished, but rewarded for them as the plot develops. In the second chapter, a series of events lead to Harry's unwarranted departure from home. This is how Harry's adventure begins in this story. Within that short sequence of events, a child reader learns that it is all right to break rules and attack others when provoked, as long as there is justification. Also learned is that running away from home would be the start of a great adventure; and there will not be punishment for breaking the rules, as one is special. Children may see the way Harry handles his situations and the outcomes as ideal, and this may have a disastrous effect as they try to apply their Harry Potter knowledge in real life. On the whole, the good aspects outweigh the bad aspects in Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban. It is a heart-warming tale that is comparable to the reputable Disney productions. It gives its readers, adults and children alike, a sense of place and hope, in this world where people are ever trying to redefine good and evil. This book satisfies the child as well as the child within, as it builds upon a naïve perspective of good and evil a story about a boy who succeeds in his endeavours against adversaries with flying colours, despite many trials and hardship. Although this exciting and fun-packed epic of Harry may leave your head spinning, just remember to keep your moral senses alert and don't let it play the Potter.
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Summary: Harry Potter's exciting plot line and review
Review: Um, It was a good book, I don't remember what happened but it will leave you with sweet dreams and happy thoughts! sdhs sjdfj sjdlj fsidu siduh js shdh soir reow,s djgio. sdfiui el seur t. sdofu0oeu r s9orit oeirjtlfg, sdfiu eoeiruto/ seorti eteoritunf. sd djkjghooritu edhskxcvbm, dfnwemweroj. sdfj rlkdjgior jldj sioeir doi g soidfjrmfg! Thank you for reading my review and plot line! I sincerely hope that you enjoyed it! Love, Kjerstin
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Summary: by far the best one yet !
Review: Until the fourth installment of this series comes out, this one definetley ranks #1 of all. The first book was good, the second one was a little slow, but this one blew me away. I read it in one day and not since "The Lion, The Witch, and The Wardrobe" (about 12 years ago) have I been so entranced with a story (even knowing I'm about 10 years too old for it). I would recommend this book and any of the others for anyone (yes, anyone) who wants to escape reality, even if it is for a short period of time. Happy reading to the young at heart!
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Summary: If you liked the others in the series you'll like this one
Review: Very imaginative, fun to read, better than most so called adult novels I've read. Kids and Adults will like it.
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Summary: Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban
Review: Very seldom does someone find a book that catches his or her attention throughout the entire book. However there is a series of masterpieces written by J.K. Rowling that do such that. These exciting books describe breath-taking adventures that we all dreamed of as kids. These books have many different themes such as good vs. evil, the power of friendship, bravery, and finding strength within one's self. The third book in this series of enthralling tales is titled "Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban." The book follows the life of Harry Potter, his friends, and his foes as they attend their third year at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. Harry and his best friends, Ron and Hermione find strength and trust from their friendship as they fight against the evil Lord Voldemort. Harry Potter will find strength and bravery within his soul as he duels Sirius Black, an escaped prisoner from Azkaban, to get revenge for his father's death. The main character, Harry, is faced with a huge problem. Throughout the book, there is a constant battle between Harry and Lord Voldemort who killed Harry's parents. Also, a prisoner of Azkaban, the magical worlds most highly guarded prison, has escaped and now is after Harry. The prisoner's name is Sirius Black and rumor has it that he told Lord Voldemort where Harry's parents were hiding. Harry, Ron, and Hermione come together closer than ever before when they discover the power of true friendship and help to save each other's lives. Harry discovers his bravery and he finds power within himself as he unburies the truth and reveals an unexpected friend. From the first page to the last page, there is always breath-taking action taking place. This book will hold anyone's attention until they read the end of this amazing tale. The characters in this book are very much alive. J.K. Rowling does an excellent job depicting characters and their very diverse traits. The characters evaporate off of the page and come alive in your imagination. The setting flows out of the book and wraps around you as if you are really there. This is an exhilarating story that is unsurpassed by any other book yet written. J.K. Rowling has put her genius imagination to words to share with the world.
It is not an exaggeration to say that this story will make the reader a better person. It has very wholesome values and one-of-a-kind lessons to live by. The underlying themes in this book will lift your spirits and leave you hungry for more Harry Potter. The twists and surprises you will find along the way will satisfy your thirst for adventure and give you an idea of what it is like to be the hero. Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban is a timeless classic that should not be kept a secret. J.K. Rowling has written a masterpiece that will obsess generations to come.
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Summary: It has its moments...............................
Review: Volume Three of the magnificent Harry Potter series continues with The Prisoner of Azkaban. Although not as magical as its predcessors, HP 3 is still an enjoyable read. It is purely easy to read, in additon to being lively and interesting. I read all these books again every year, and this one I want to reread the least. Like the previous book, HP3 starts during the end of the summer where book 2 left off. Harry is back with his relatives from hell. After a terrible run in with his aunt, Harry escapes by the help from an organization called The Knight Bus. Once back in wizard land, Harry learns that an ecaped convict is on the loose and is somehow looking for him. Could the help of a mysterious new teacher show Harry Potter some of the secrets of life? I really liked Harry Potter and the prisoner of azkaban. But besides the magic and suspense, there is not enough substance here for a 430 page novel. If anyone reading this review has read the book Dune Messiah, you could tell that this one has some of the same problems. Important events happened/were found out, but were played out bumpily. But still the sheer magic of this book, and the shimnering prose, makes us understand what reading is all about.
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Summary: Caution on Published Review
Review: Warning...don't read the article "Not for Muggles" in the Dec 16, 1999 issue of New York Review of Books...it gives away a CRITICAL secret bound up in the plot of The Prisoner of Azkaban. I truly loved this 3rd Harry Potter book and thought it astounding, as good as or better than the first two volumes. But knowing a key element of the outcome knocked out some of the punch. The New York Review might be for thinking people, but in this case it sure seemed dumb.
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Summary: Best in the series
Review: Warning: the reading of this book will result in many sleepness nights or the occasional missing of work in order to finish this book. Adults( like me ) have been known to become hermits until the book is finished. this book is simply put the best book in the series. Unfortunately the series went a little downhill after this one. not necessarily a bad thing. it just means that the books didnt hold u from beginning to end like the third and first book did. with the other books it seemed that u were just reading to get get to the end which was when the story started to get good.
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