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J. K. Rowling - Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone
708 reviews
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Harry Potter has no idea how famous he is. That's because he's being raised by his miserable aunt and uncle who are terrified...
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Harry Potter has no idea how famous he is. That's because he's being raised by his miserable aunt and uncle who are terrified Harry will learn that he's really a wizard, just as his parents were. But everything changes when Harry is summoned to attend an infamous school for wizards, and he begins to discover some clues about his illustrious birthright.
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708 Reviews from Epinions.com
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Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone - The Book That Started It All
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Pros: Delightfully engrossing story that came to life. The book got children reading.
Cons: None for me
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Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone was a wonderful first book in a series by J.K. Rowling. It is considered a children's book, but adults can enjoy it too.
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Harry Potter: such a controversial little boy
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Pros: Introduction to a truly magical world
Cons: Gives the impression that the whole series will be suitable for young children
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This is a wonderful fantasy, but I wouldn't recommend getting really young kids hooked, because the series gradually gets darker
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Despite That "Hogwart's" Sounds Like a Venereal Disease, This is Still a Must-Read
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Pros: Rowlings use of names, imagination, fun, and well-established themes of friendship
Cons: I tried to jump off my roof riding a broom. THAT stings.
Bottom Line:
Sets the storyline for the Harry Potter series of novels...a slower start than the other books, but still a well-written, enjoyable read.
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The Magic Starts Here: Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone
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Pros: Characters; setting; humor; themes. A wonderful read-aloud!
Cons: Their huge popularity sometimes turns potential readers (who might really enjoy them) off.
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"He'll be famous--a legend--I wouldn't be surprised if today was known as Harry Potter day in the future--there will be books written about Harry --" "Exactly," said Dumbledore...
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Harry Potter - My Kids Favorite Book
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Pros: Great detail. Great story. Written from a kids perspective.
Cons: A little scary at times.
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Great for Kids! Great for Adults! Adventure, Fantasy, Magic! Let Your Imagination Run Wild!!
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Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone. A book that transforms kids into readers.
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Pros: A true Masterpiece.
Cons: Attracts nutters from their hiding places.
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First of the brilliant Septology that changed a nation of couch potatos into readers.
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Why did I Wait so Long?
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Pros: Strong characters, fun, action packed, never boring
Cons: Nothing
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If you haven't read this book, you definitely need to find a copy. It's incredible!
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Harry Potter - J. K. Rowling Waves her Magic Pen
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Pros: One of the best books for kids ever written.
Cons: Keeps you up late at night hanging on every word.
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I can see why the kids went wild for Harry Potter. It's a great book for all ages.
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Harry Potter And The Sorcerer Who's Stoned
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Pros: Great beginning book, wonderful and realistic characters, nice humor, no age level
Cons: some words may be hard to pronounce for people
Bottom Line:
hee hee
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Leapin' Wizards!
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Pros: wonderful characters and unpredictable plot
Cons: can't put it down!
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A great first installment in a brilliant series. Don't miss it!
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Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone: Dungeons, Dragons and Wizards.
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Pros: Great characters, holds your attention well. Great for children or adults.
Cons: I had to put the book down to sleep.
Bottom Line:
Great series for any age.
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