Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone
Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone is the first of a seven book series by J K Rowling that follows Harry and his friends through their years at the Hogwarts’ school of magic. Harry is an orphan, brought up by uncaring relatives, but with special powers inherited from his birth parents, who were killed by the Arch-Villain Voldemort.
At school he becomes best friends with Hermione (clever and bossy), and Ron (disorganised but with a great heart). As a group they have to deal with eccentric teachers, and fellow pupils both friendly and otherwise. They deal with real dangers in their quest to find the Philosopher’s Stone before Voldemort does.
The writing in the book is clear and easy to read, and the narrative is well paced. Although the book was written primarily for teenagers, it is still very enjoyable for mature adults.
All members of the group enjoyed the book, scoring it the highest of any of our books this year. Some of the words used to describe it were Enchanting, Magical and Engrossing.