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laurajordensharris's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
lighthearted
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Bullying, Child abuse, Death, Emotional abuse, Xenophobia, Grief, Car accident, Death of parent, and Classism
comradeant's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
lighthearted
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.75
The movies really down play Neville’s part in things and that he’s a really valuable character. They also downplay how fucking rude Draco is. Like man Draco is adorable but book Draco is hateful as hell. Same with how straight up abusive his family was. I thought this book was pretty cute and exciting in how it introduces you to magic and Harry’s new life.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Child abuse and Emotional abuse
Moderate: Bullying and Violence
mashilight's review against another edition
adventurous
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Child abuse, Emotional abuse, and Death of parent
Moderate: Death and Fatphobia
Minor: Bullying and Car accident
measlibrary's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0
This series will forever hold a special place in my heart. I never ever get tired of coming back to Hogwarts and losing myself in these stories for hours. I often find myself coming back to this series when I need comfort and crave nostalgia, so what better time to read it than when I am making my transition from college to post/grad life! I have been needing to go back to Hogwarts so alas, I am back. Reading this book for the fifth time, the only thing I wish was that I could read it again for the first time. I still remember the magic of the first time ever discovering which house Harry & Ron would end up in, and then falling in love with Hermione. These stories have had such a profound impact on my life — allowing me to find my love of reading, getting lost in the pages of a book, & ultimately wanting to write stories myself.
I seriously just love these stories so much and I cannot wait to continue the series! Especially since this read through, I am listening to the audiobooks narrated by Stephen Fry for the first time! It is giving me a fresh take on the series, which has been so much fun! Now onto Chamber of Secrets…
In the end, this book will never lose its magic for me and it continues to be one of my favorites in the series. It is such a great introduction to the world of HP that you cannot put it down, and it makes you eager to read the rest of the series. As usual, I rate this book 5/5 stars! 🌟
I seriously just love these stories so much and I cannot wait to continue the series! Especially since this read through, I am listening to the audiobooks narrated by Stephen Fry for the first time! It is giving me a fresh take on the series, which has been so much fun! Now onto Chamber of Secrets…
In the end, this book will never lose its magic for me and it continues to be one of my favorites in the series. It is such a great introduction to the world of HP that you cannot put it down, and it makes you eager to read the rest of the series. As usual, I rate this book 5/5 stars! 🌟
Content Warnings
Graphic: Bullying, Child abuse, and Emotional abuse
Moderate: Death of parent and Murder
missgrangerr's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
funny
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
I mean, it’s Harry Potter.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Bullying, Child abuse, Emotional abuse, Violence, Grief, and Death of parent
dorithexplori's review against another edition
adventurous
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.25
Why the heck did I not read Harry Potter before now...its flipping magical (literally). But better late than never, no? I grew up with the films and was therefore never interested in reading Harry Potter. I was afraid of getting bored since most of the story is familiar from films. Now I finally dared to read the story and loved it very much.
However, I have to say that I'm not the biggest fan of the writing style. Of course the story is beautiful, but many scenes were too little embellished and dealt with too quickly for me, as was the development of some friendships and relationships.
Nevertheless, I love the story very much and will start with the second volume as soon as possible
Nevertheless, I love the story very much and will start with the second volume as soon as possible
Content Warnings
Graphic: Bullying, Child abuse, and Emotional abuse
Moderate: Death and Death of parent
k_shimer's review against another edition
adventurous
lighthearted
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Bullying, Child abuse, and Emotional abuse
Moderate: Confinement, Death, and Death of parent
ameydireads's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
emotional
funny
hopeful
mysterious
sad
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
“Call him Voldemort, Harry. Always use the proper name for things. Fear of a name increases fear of the thing itself.”
A fun book that not only provides us with a mystery, but also gives a proper introduction to the magic world and we're learning a lot about it alongside Harry Potter. The mystery itself is not very surprising, especially when you've seen the movie. But even if you hadn't, there were many hints in the story that pointed in the right direction. I was not shocked to find out that Quirrell was the villain. But let's not forget that this book was written for children and looking from that angle, I have to say that it's very well written. It didn't feel childish at all.
We first meet the Dursleys and they are so horrible! Unfortunately Harry had to live with them as his parents both died. They provide him with the bare minimum and seeing how they treat Harry just made my blood boil. It's great that he has the chance to go to Hogwarts where he becomes friends with Ron, Hermione and Hagrid. Ron and Hermione are both very pleasant characters. I laughed out loud at some of the things Ron said. Hagrid is very sweet and has a big heart but he can't really keep secrets.
In general, it was a fun book to read, but there are still some things that I found peculiar. Here it goes:
A fun book that not only provides us with a mystery, but also gives a proper introduction to the magic world and we're learning a lot about it alongside Harry Potter. The mystery itself is not very surprising, especially when you've seen the movie. But even if you hadn't, there were many hints in the story that pointed in the right direction. I was not shocked to find out that
We first meet the Dursleys and they are so horrible! Unfortunately Harry had to live with them as his parents both died. They provide him with the bare minimum and seeing how they treat Harry just made my blood boil. It's great that he has the chance to go to Hogwarts where he becomes friends with Ron, Hermione and Hagrid. Ron and Hermione are both very pleasant characters. I laughed out loud at some of the things Ron said. Hagrid is very sweet and has a big heart but he can't really keep secrets.
In general, it was a fun book to read, but there are still some things that I found peculiar. Here it goes:
- If Muggles don't know anything about the magic world, how would a Muggle child find Diagon Alley to buy everything he/she needs for school?
- Harry Potter is so famous and everyone knows that he's the only one Voldemort couldn't harm. So who in their right mind would decide on detention in the Forbidden Forest so that they can find whatever is hunting and hurting unicorns? Even the centaur they meet says this forest is a bad place to be, especially for Harry Potter.
- The teachers and the headmaster are supposed to keep the children safe, but the only one who actively looks out for Harry is
Professor Snape . You'd expect Dumbledore to do a better job since he is the headmaster but he’s only there to save Harry at the end of the book. He kept a better eye on the Stone than he did on his students. So I'm not sure if I like Dumbledore. He can prove himself to me in the next few books.
Special house edition (Slytherin):
Loved the sprayed edges and the extra information about Slytherin! Though, I think it is more valuable for Harry Potter fans and less so for people like me who are reading it for the first time. The extras in this book give more insight into the series as a whole as opposed to only the first book and I still have a long way to go so not everything made sense to me. For example,they mention Draco becoming a Death Eater (what the heck is that…?) in his sixth year at Hogwarts iirc . I guess this will be important later on, but I have no idea what this is about. It could even be a spoiler.
Loved the sprayed edges and the extra information about Slytherin! Though, I think it is more valuable for Harry Potter fans and less so for people like me who are reading it for the first time. The extras in this book give more insight into the series as a whole as opposed to only the first book and I still have a long way to go so not everything made sense to me. For example,
Content Warnings
Graphic: Child abuse, Emotional abuse, Xenophobia, and Classism
Moderate: Death and Death of parent
vanessamariebooks's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
5 out of 5 stars. How can you not give Harry Potter a 5 stars? I haven't read the series since high school and I decided to reread them all this year starting with the first one and it is just as amazing as the first time, though I sometimes wish I could have amnesia so I could experience the series like it was the first time again. The big reveals aren't as jaw dropping as the first time but it's still amazing. All I'll say is if you've never read this book/series, what have you been doing? Go read it! It's amazing! Need more convincing? Stop what you're doing and go get the book and start reading.
2024 Reread: This story has stood the test of time and is a classic. Being back in this world is just as magical as the first time exploring it with Harry, Ron, & Hermione. I've seen the movies dozens of times already, but this is only my 3rd round of re-reading the series (the last time was a decade ago) and I'd forgotten how much of a bigger role some of the side characters, like Neville, play in the books vs the movies. While I do recognize some of the changes that were made from book to movie, I do think the movies are a pretty good & faithful adaptation. I'm glad they kept as much as they did, though I would've liked to seen Peeves incorporated into the movies. Hopefully, they'll include him in the show adaptation/remake. Overall, this book & series will always be one of my all-time favorites.
2024 Reread: This story has stood the test of time and is a classic. Being back in this world is just as magical as the first time exploring it with Harry, Ron, & Hermione. I've seen the movies dozens of times already, but this is only my 3rd round of re-reading the series (the last time was a decade ago) and I'd forgotten how much of a bigger role some of the side characters, like Neville, play in the books vs the movies. While I do recognize some of the changes that were made from book to movie, I do think the movies are a pretty good & faithful adaptation. I'm glad they kept as much as they did, though I would've liked to seen Peeves incorporated into the movies. Hopefully, they'll include him in the show adaptation/remake. Overall, this book & series will always be one of my all-time favorites.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Child abuse, Emotional abuse, Physical abuse, and Death of parent
cadybooks's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Body shaming, Bullying, Child abuse, Confinement, Death, Emotional abuse, Fatphobia, and Death of parent
Minor: Alcoholism, Body horror, Cursing, Death, Gun violence, Medical content, Car accident, Gaslighting, Alcohol, and Injury/Injury detail