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Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone (Harry Potter, #1)
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Nov 19, 2017
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Read 3 times. Last read April 19, 2020 to April 29, 2020.
Third Re-read of the series, and this time I read the illustrated edition, which was pure magic. On to the next one!
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Original Review:
I read this book a couple of years ago and, for some unknown reason, never continued on. It was just as wonderfully magical as I remembered, a breath of fresh air during what is usually a stressful time of year for me. I have yet to find a story that feels so pure and childlike that appeals to such a broad range of people. There’s something for everyone here; whether you are 10 or 100, Hogwarts is a place you can escape to and enjoy hearty adventures that you won’t find elsewhere.
I truly love all of the characters and feel the entire cast is well done, but my personal favorites are the Weasley twins, Hagrid, and Professor McGonnall. While I’ve seen all the movies and know the general storyline, I’m really excited to experience the story “first hand� and see what all was left out from the films. I’m also intrigued to find out more about each house, especially the ones that took a backseat in this story. Not sure if I can say anything that hasn’t been said before, but I loved it!
Buddy read with Sam of Clues and Reviews!
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Original Review:
I read this book a couple of years ago and, for some unknown reason, never continued on. It was just as wonderfully magical as I remembered, a breath of fresh air during what is usually a stressful time of year for me. I have yet to find a story that feels so pure and childlike that appeals to such a broad range of people. There’s something for everyone here; whether you are 10 or 100, Hogwarts is a place you can escape to and enjoy hearty adventures that you won’t find elsewhere.
I truly love all of the characters and feel the entire cast is well done, but my personal favorites are the Weasley twins, Hagrid, and Professor McGonnall. While I’ve seen all the movies and know the general storyline, I’m really excited to experience the story “first hand� and see what all was left out from the films. I’m also intrigued to find out more about each house, especially the ones that took a backseat in this story. Not sure if I can say anything that hasn’t been said before, but I loved it!
Buddy read with Sam of Clues and Reviews!
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Reading Progress
December 8, 2015
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December 9, 2015
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December 10, 2015
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89.0%
November 19, 2017
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Started Reading
November 19, 2017
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November 20, 2017
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45.56%
"“And the fleet of little boats moved off all at once, gliding across the lake, which was smooth as glass. Everyone was silent, staring up at the great castle overhead. It towered over them as they sailed nearer and nearer to the cliff on which it stood.�
First glimpse of Hogwarts; what WHAT!"
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First glimpse of Hogwarts; what WHAT!"
November 21, 2017
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81.85%
"I think it’s safe to say that high school Chelsea would have swooned over the Weasley twins. 💁🏼♀️💁🏼♀�"
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November 21, 2017
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September 1, 2019
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September 7, 2019
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April 19, 2020
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April 26, 2020
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37.5%
"The illustrations really make this experience pure gold. I can't wait until all 7 books are finished!"
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April 29, 2020
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Finished Reading
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Nov 19, 2017 06:12PM
🙌🏽🙌🏽 I need to reread these as well. I read like 4 then stopped for some reason. 🙈
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OH MY GOD I am so happy for you. You will love them!
Ahh I'm so excited for you!
Stephanie wrote: "Ahh I'm so excited for you!"Hannah wrote: "OH MY GOD I am so happy for you. You will love them!"
Reading.Between.Wines wrote: "🙌🏽🙌🏽 I need to reread these as well. I read like 4 then stopped for some reason. 🙈"
Thanks guys! I feel like it’s perfect timing reading them over the holidays but I’m honestly not sure why? 🤣
I can't believe you've never read this full series! I hope you both enjoy!
Bentley � Bookbastion.net wrote: "I can't believe you've never read this full series! I hope you both enjoy!"I know I’m super embarrassed 😂🙈 Thank you; I know I will! I think it was just finally making the time for all these books I’ve been wanting to read for ages.
Truly glad that you decided to finish it :D
I'm currently rereading them, I do this at least once a year 🙊🙈 I hope you enjoy them! 🌂�
Chelsea I completely understand why you think they are a good read for christmas holiday though I can't explain why either!!
Anya wrote: "Chelsea I completely understand why you think they are a good read for christmas holiday though I can't explain why either!!":) Thanks girl!
The Harry Potter books are my all time favourite books. I am actually thinking of re-reading the books soon again. Enjoy the magical world of Harry Potter, Chelsea
You are in for such a treat! This is the only series I’ve ever read where each new book is better than the last. And I totally agree that this is the best time of year to read them! The movies are good, but the books are just so much better. The movies seem so dark to me, and they leave so much out. Perfect casting for every character though.
I completely agree Melissa!
Great review! Professor McGonnall is also one of my favorite characters. Hope you continue with the series, it only gets better.
Stephanie wrote: "Great review! Professor McGonnall is also one of my favorite characters. Hope you continue with the series, it only gets better."Thanks Steph! I have a hold placed on the chamber of secrets and it should be in on Saturday! 🤗🤗🤗
This is my favorite series and it's the one that really got me into reading when I was younger. I really hope you enjoy it. You're definitely getting a lot more information from the books, stuff that the movies hardly even touched on, especially as the books get thicker and thicker.
It’s so true Camille! I love the movies but nothing compares to the book. ❤️
Chelsea wrote: "It’s so true Camille! I love the movies but nothing compares to the book. ❤️"I think one of the coolest things about this series is how connected the books are. There's a lot of foreshadowing throughout this series, keep an eye out bc details matter haha
Very true! And I love that they grow darker and a bit more mature as the series goes on.
One of the best series ever written and literally can be enjoyed by everyone. I reread them usually once a year, and all the people on booktube usually do a reread of Harry Potter around Christmastime. You will absolutely love this series, and a lot of parents I know read them to their kids as well. As for the houses, they do go in to some depth of each one as the story goes on. Of course Gryffindor is highlighted the most because most of the major characters are in that house. And of course Slytherin is highlighted a lot because Malfoy is in that house. Hufflepuff and Ravenclaw don’t get as much of the spotlight. Go on Pottermore and you can read about each house, and also take the official test to see which house you belong in. I myself am a Ravenclaw. 😊 You can also take it a step further and get sorted in to the North American school of wizardry called Ilvermorny. (I’m a Thunderbird) 😂 The whole world is amazing, and JK Rowling is an expert at world building! I know you’ll love all 7 books, and I cant wait to see which ends up being your favorite! All Potterheads have a fav book. (Goblet of Fire! 🙌🏻🙌🏻) 😂😂
Yeah, it starts middle-grade and grows to YA, but I think since the beginning you could some dark stuff as far as middle-grade usually goes. I think that's one of the reasons why this series pleases people from all ages.
Agreed that it's perfect holiday reading. I always revisit Hogwarts this time of year to bring a little peace and comfort to a hectic time!
I can't believe I have never read these books! I loved the movies! I should definitely pick these up because my son has them all! Thanks for the review!
my mom read me this book when i was 8 years old
Ah thanks so much Bobbi! I’m a Ravenclaw as well but I need to check out the North American houses!
I need to jump of this train and read this!
Irina wrote: "I need to jump of this train and read this!"Yes! Once you get to #3 I’ll jump back on and read with you. 🤗
i say reading harry potter is very intresting i read the book about 5,6,7times
"Rereading" them for the third time via audiobook as well and I AM LOVING THEM. Best rereading experience I've had of this series. I'm just about to finish the last book and I'm actually thinking about listening to them all over again once I'm done (because I have no chill apparently).
Fefyy wrote: ""Rereading" them for the third time via audiobook as well and I AM LOVING THEM. Best rereading experience I've had of this series. I'm just about to finish the last book and I'm actually thinking a..."Ah I love this!!! <3
Listening to the audiobooks with my son, it's a great way to introduce kids to Harry Potter😊
Sarah wrote: "Listening to the audiobooks with my son, it's a great way to introduce kids to Harry Potter😊"I can't wait for my daughter to read these!
I started reading (listening via audiobook) for the first time this summer. I am currently on Harry Potter #3.
April wrote: "I started reading (listening via audiobook) for the first time this summer. I am currently on Harry Potter #3."Ah I love that! I can't wait to read these with my daughters one day. <3
I read it years ago, too, and actually read the second; I liked them, but didn't continue with the series. I've also been tempted to go back and read the series one day. Perhaps your experience will inspire me.
Marty wrote: "I read it years ago, too, and actually read the second; I liked them, but didn't continue with the series. I've also been tempted to go back and read the series one day. Perhaps your experience wil..."I would definitely recommend continuing on! The books get more mature (and definitely a bit darker)as they continue on. It's quite a treat to watch Rowling's writing grow with the characters.
Great review Chelsea, read this for first time recently, your comments are fully on point - and yes the Weasley twins were a favourite here too.Looking forward to reading the next one, you’ve also reminded me that I’m yet to right a review for this... definitely a very different experience to what I remember from watching the films, I actually ‘feel it� a lot more now, the devil (and the magic) is in the detail.
Kit wrote: "Great review Chelsea, read this for first time recently, your comments are fully on point - and yes the Weasley twins were a favourite here too.Looking forward to reading the next one, you’ve als..."
Ah, thank you Kit!
Chelsea wrote: "... It's quite a treat to watch Rowling's writing grow with the characters."Thanks, that's great. I've read all her other books, loved them all, so I will probably read the Harry Potter series.
Marty wrote: "Chelsea wrote: "... It's quite a treat to watch Rowling's writing grow with the characters."Thanks, that's great. I've read all her other books, loved them all, so I will probably read the Harry P..."
Sounds great!
I can't wait to read the books... Yeah it's really sad but I haven't read them yet 😢😢 even if I'm completely in love with the saga and the whole Harry Potter's world but I still can't read the books and I dunno why! Well I have to say that your review made me wanna start the first volume 😍�
Illie wrote: "I can't wait to read the books... Yeah it's really sad but I haven't read them yet 😢😢 even if I'm completely in love with the saga and the whole Harry Potter's world but I still can't read the book..."I was late to the game with these too, but there's never a bad time to start them! <3 Happy reading, Illie!
omg i thought that i was going to hate these books but i was wrong i loved this i love when he mets ron and hermione i just can not belive how good j k rowling is at making harry potter
i love like scary but not to scary and this is so my style
Oh!! Luv this book too!!!
looks good I might read that book
Chelsea you make me want to read the whole series again, 20 yrs later. I bet I fall in love all over again. Oh I thought I'd never say this :)
Now that I think of it, I never read the last one or two. The movies were great but could never live up to the books!
Ann Marie wrote: "Now that I think of it, I never read the last one or two. The movies were great but could never live up to the books!"Oh girl, you gotta do it!!!
