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Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone
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Book Brief
Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone
Fiction | Novel | Middle Grade | Published in 1997309
Novel • Fiction
England • 1990s
1997
Middle grade
8-12 years
Super Short Summary
In Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone, 11-year-old orphan Harry Potter learns he is a wizard and attends Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. There, he makes friends and enemies, discovers secrets about his parents, and faces challenges that test his bravery. Guided by friends Ron and Hermione, Harry uncovers the mystery of the Sorcerer's Stone and encounters dark forces linked to his past.
Adventurous
Fantastical
Mysterious
Emotional
Humorous
Reviews & Readership
10,545,522 ratings
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Review Roundup
J. K. Rowling's Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone captivates with rich world-building and endearing characters, making it a favorite among children and adults. Its imaginative plot and themes of friendship and bravery resonate widely. However, some critics note formulaic elements and simplistic prose. Overall, a magical start to a beloved series.
Who Should Read Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone?
Readers who enjoy Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone by J. K. Rowling are typically fans of imaginative, adventurous, and character-driven stories. Similar to C. S. Lewis's The Chronicles of Narnia and J. R. R. Tolkien's The Hobbit, they appreciate rich world-building, magical elements, and themes of friendship and bravery.
10,545,522 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
309
Novel • Fiction
England • 1990s
1997
Middle grade
8-12 years
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