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Summary: Wonderful.
Review: Yet again J.K Rowlings has produced a classic. The story is a great balance of fun, laughter and action. This once again deserves all 5 stars and is another credit to this literary genius. This story unfolds and leads us deeper into Harry's past as we find out more disturbing truths about his family. Will the truth eventually be told, and will "He-Who-Must-Not-Be-Named" be the person we least expect?. I (as do many) await anxiously the fourth book where one of the key characters will pass away, who will it be?. Or should we have picked it up from a hint in this book?, maybe.
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Summary: another page turner in the making...
Review: Yet another great year at Hogworts with Harry Potter. But this time, he uncovers hidden secrets about his family... A bit confusing at the end, but still dosn't take away the greatness of the book its self, and the plot.
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Summary: Another Success
Review: Yet another magical sequel from the mind of creative genius, J.K. Rowling, Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban could almost be deemed a greater work than the first two books in the series. Harry Potter was the sole deterrent of the rise of Voldemort, the powerful and crazed sorcerer that tried to force dark magic upon the good wizards and muggles of the world, and twice Potter foiled Voldemort's ascent and sent him back into hiding, saving the world from devastation. This summer, Harry has more to worry about than just Voldemort. Sirius Black, an accused supporter of the Dark Lord and the fink that disclosed the Harry's family's hiding place, has escaped from the wizard prison, Azkaban and seems to be looking for Harry. The Ministry of Magic, the wizard government, tries their best to catch Black but are finally forced to call on the dementors, the soulless guards of Azkaban that feed on pain and misery, to protect Hogwarts. Professor Lupin, Hogwarts' teacher for Defense Against the Dark Arts, helps Harry and his friends, Hermione and Ron discover the truth about Sirius Black and leads Harry to a greater understanding of what really happened the night of his parents' death.
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Summary: Amazing artistry
Review: You all know the story by now, so I want to add that a most enjoyable, if subtle, attraction of Rowling's books is the ensemble artistry of the writing, graphics, and typography. Kudos then to artist Mary GrandPre and art director David Saylor. I also love the way each new book "peels back" the earlier stories, exposing new layers under old events and interpretations, and radically altering the seeming resolution of each story. It will be fun to read these books down the generations, but they should probably be doled out at two year intervals in keeping with Harry and children's development (hah, just you try to hold off!)
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Summary: This book is magical.
Review: You can identify with Harry Potter, an orphan raised by mean-spirited relatives. In many ways, he is a very ordinary boy, with unruly hair, glasses, and a love of sport (Quiddich, that is). He isn't as good in school (Hogwarts) as is Hermione Granger, one of his best friends, and he likes to wander around having adventures (especially at night) rather than doing his homework. Despite his notariety, he quiet and unassuming. But he's different in a way we all wish we could be: He is a wizard of immense and mysterious power. In the Prisoner of Azkaban, as in the first two books in the series, he confronts awsome forces of evil -- and prevails.The details of the Wizard world are wonderful. There are candies that magically take many different flavors (not all of them are desirable), owls that deliver letters (including "howlers" that noisily scold the recipient), a magic bus that causes houses and trees to jump out of its way, and portraits that look and talk as though they were alive. And the characters are wonderful, too. One of Harry's best friends is Ron Weasly, who comes from a big poor family, all of whom have flaming red hair and get lumpy sweaters from their mother for Christmas. The teasing that goes on among the Weasly children -- one of whom takes his position as prefect all too seriously -- is very funny and very true. All three books are magical, but this one has more depth than the first two. As we learn more about Harry's parents -- their friends and the circumstances of their death -- were learn more about Harry, the evil that stalks him, and the strenght and wisdom of his supporters (especially Dumbledore, the headmaster at Hogwarts). My wife and I have read all three book out loud to our three boys (ages 8, 11, and 13). The final 100 pages of Prisoner of Azkaban went in one sitting that lasted past midnight; we simply could not put it down. "When is the next Harry Potter book," they now ask. We are all waiting eagerly.
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Summary: A thrilling mix of fantasy and modern "Muggle" day life
Review: You don't have to be a fantasy fan to love Harry Potter. Even if I am. It's the third book in a series, which will eventually be 7 books altogether. It's about how Harry is "hiding out" from Surius Black who suppossedly killed Harry's parents. i by far, think this is the funniest book so far, from Ron yelling into the telephone, Harry making Aunt Marge float like a balloon, and Harry surprising Hermoine and Ron when they're arguing about whether or not to get him burger flavored candy. It's the most suspenseful yet, and has lots of irony which you will find out at the ene. You also learn more about Harry's parents and how they were killed. The end hints that Voldemort will be back. For some of the caharacters, this is their last year at Hogwarts. Wood and Percy, and Proffessor Lupin (the new Defense Against the Dark Arts Teacher) will be leaving. And the most unlikely character of all-Scabbers- who has more to the story than you would think. So as you read this book, I ask you to "not judge a book by it's cover," and to think of all possibilities. It makes the story all that more exciting. I can't wait until the fourth book comes out!
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Summary: This is the best book series ever!
Review: You have got to read this book series! My whole family loves it! This is one of the few books that you cant put down when you start reading it!
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Summary: THE BEST BOOK!
Review: You have to read this book! All Harry Potter books are good but I think this is the best one of them all! Harry, Hermonie, and Ron have another adventure. THIS IS A MUST READ!
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Summary: how 'bout harry
Review: you know this book is so good that the only problem is you can not put it down! you can never tell whats going to happen next.even my 14 year old sister was up till 2:00 in the MORNING reading it before her exam the next day.
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Summary: Wake Up!
Review: You know what? I'll tell you what. I love books. Books large, small, classics, throwaways, anything that will prove a pleasant diversion for at LEAST a half an hour a day. I entered the Harry Potter series only vaguely aware of the hype. I was skeptical, yeah. All I knew.. was.. well.. nothing. It changed my world around. I swear, this series is so enthralling it amazes me. The sheer simplicity is genius, it is a simple, masterful read. The story is crafted so well, it makes you COMPLETELY forget that the age range is 9-12, as I my eleven years are securely nestled into there. Harry is a wizard that is unlikely to fade from the popular literature scene for a long time. He is clever in the most interesting ways, but at the same time the cutest, most unassuming hero. I can't wait to see him glide into adolescence! And as for those of you who want this book permanently banned and made unavailable for young 'uns? That they think that their children will immediately be SHALLOW enough to abandon all faith and become witches? Come on. Most kiddies don't even know that there is an organized religion for that sort of thing. As for the rest of y'all, enjoy this GREAT series!
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