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beboyle101's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
dark
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
mysterious
fast-paced
4.0
jenni_elyse's review against another edition
5.0
I’ve had the chance to read both the UK and US editions of Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s/Sorcerer's Stone. (I’ll refer to it as Sorcerer’s Stone from here on out because that’s what I’m used to.) While I love the cover art of the US edition more, reading the UK version was like reading an entirely new story (not really, I just liked all the Britishisms). I loved every minute of it!
When I first read Sorcerer’s Stone in 2001, I was transported to a wondrous, magical world. I was awed by Rowling’s ability to capture my attention and evoke a desire stronger than anything I had ever experienced to be a part of a world other than my own. Now, a little more than a decade later, I still feel that same magic, captivation, and desire as I reread this novel.
Rowling’s ability to foreshadow the events to come is amazing! Even with this read, I found foretelling of things that I hadn’t noticed before. Even if I didn’t know what happened in the other six books, her foreshadowing within the same novel is amazing. But, I think it’s a true testament of her ability to see the overarching story and the foreshadowing she does throughout the entire series. Every time I encounter foreshadowing, I just smile and think, “Rowling, you genius!”
I love the little bit of humor Rowling brings into the story. The story is very intense. Many of the topics are not easy to discuss or even think about. But, the humor interwoven throughout the story helps lighten the way, making it easier to deal with the darker topics.
The characters are complex and endearing, even the ones you hate or can’t make up your mind about. I loved getting to know the main characters in Sorcerer’s Stone. Even though, as a reader, you’ve barely touched the surface of who they are, you learn to love them. Harry, Ron, and Hermione’s friendship is one to be jealous of, one to wish you were a part of. Not only do you wish you could share in their adventures, but you also wish to have a friendship as strong as theirs that can withstand anything that comes its way.
Out of all the characters, Dumbledore is, by far, my favorite. In fact, he’s my all-time favorite literary character. We don’t often get to see him. He waits along the sidelines, allowing Harry and his friends to figure things out on their own. But, when he is around, you can be sure that Harry (and the reader) leave as better people. His wisdom, or I should say Rowling’s, is astounding. I’m always amazed at how profound these stories are because of Dumbledore.
Illustrated Edition Review: I especially loved reading the illustrated edition and looking at Jim Kay's beautiful artwork.
When I first read Sorcerer’s Stone in 2001, I was transported to a wondrous, magical world. I was awed by Rowling’s ability to capture my attention and evoke a desire stronger than anything I had ever experienced to be a part of a world other than my own. Now, a little more than a decade later, I still feel that same magic, captivation, and desire as I reread this novel.
Rowling’s ability to foreshadow the events to come is amazing! Even with this read, I found foretelling of things that I hadn’t noticed before. Even if I didn’t know what happened in the other six books, her foreshadowing within the same novel is amazing. But, I think it’s a true testament of her ability to see the overarching story and the foreshadowing she does throughout the entire series. Every time I encounter foreshadowing, I just smile and think, “Rowling, you genius!”
I love the little bit of humor Rowling brings into the story. The story is very intense. Many of the topics are not easy to discuss or even think about. But, the humor interwoven throughout the story helps lighten the way, making it easier to deal with the darker topics.
The characters are complex and endearing, even the ones you hate or can’t make up your mind about. I loved getting to know the main characters in Sorcerer’s Stone. Even though, as a reader, you’ve barely touched the surface of who they are, you learn to love them. Harry, Ron, and Hermione’s friendship is one to be jealous of, one to wish you were a part of. Not only do you wish you could share in their adventures, but you also wish to have a friendship as strong as theirs that can withstand anything that comes its way.
Out of all the characters, Dumbledore is, by far, my favorite. In fact, he’s my all-time favorite literary character. We don’t often get to see him. He waits along the sidelines, allowing Harry and his friends to figure things out on their own. But, when he is around, you can be sure that Harry (and the reader) leave as better people. His wisdom, or I should say Rowling’s, is astounding. I’m always amazed at how profound these stories are because of Dumbledore.
Illustrated Edition Review: I especially loved reading the illustrated edition and looking at Jim Kay's beautiful artwork.
jenni_elyse's review against another edition
5.0
When I first read Sorcerer’s Stone in 2001, I was transported to a wondrous, magical world. I was awed by Rowling’s ability to capture my attention and evoke a desire stronger than anything I had ever experienced to be a part of a world other than my own. Now, almost a decade later, I still feel that same magic, captivation, and desire as I reread this novel.
Rowling’s ability to foreshadow the events to come is amazing! Even with this read, I found foretelling of things that I hadn’t noticed before. Even if I didn’t know what happened in the other six books, her foreshadowing within the same novel is amazing. But, I think it’s a true testament of her ability to see the overarching story and the foreshadowing she does throughout the entire series. Every time I encounter foreshadowing, I just smile and think, “Rowling, you genius!”
I love the little bit of humor Rowling brings into the story. The story is very intense. Many of the topics are not easy to discuss or even think about. But, the humor interwoven throughout the story helps lighten the way, making it easier to deal with the darker topics.
The characters are complex and endearing, even the ones you hate or can’t make up your mind about. I loved getting to know the main characters in Sorcerer’s Stone. Even though, as a reader, you’ve barely touched the surface of who they are, you learn to love them. Harry, Ron, and Hermione’s friendship is one to be jealous of, one to wish you were a part of. Not only do you wish you could share in their adventures, but you also wish to have a friendship as strong as theirs that can withstand anything that comes its way.
Out of all the characters, Dumbledore is, by far, my favorite. In fact, he’s my all-time favorite literary character. We don’t often get to see him. He waits along the sidelines, allowing Harry and his friends to figure things out on their own. But, when he is around, you can be sure that Harry (and the reader) leave as better people. His wisdom, or I should say Rowling’s, is astounding. I’m always amazed at how profound these stories are because of Dumbledore.
Audio Review: I really love Jim Dale's narration of this story. He has great delivery and voices and help make the story more magical. I do need to say, though, that his pronunciation of "Rubeus" is very annoying.
Rowling’s ability to foreshadow the events to come is amazing! Even with this read, I found foretelling of things that I hadn’t noticed before. Even if I didn’t know what happened in the other six books, her foreshadowing within the same novel is amazing. But, I think it’s a true testament of her ability to see the overarching story and the foreshadowing she does throughout the entire series. Every time I encounter foreshadowing, I just smile and think, “Rowling, you genius!”
I love the little bit of humor Rowling brings into the story. The story is very intense. Many of the topics are not easy to discuss or even think about. But, the humor interwoven throughout the story helps lighten the way, making it easier to deal with the darker topics.
The characters are complex and endearing, even the ones you hate or can’t make up your mind about. I loved getting to know the main characters in Sorcerer’s Stone. Even though, as a reader, you’ve barely touched the surface of who they are, you learn to love them. Harry, Ron, and Hermione’s friendship is one to be jealous of, one to wish you were a part of. Not only do you wish you could share in their adventures, but you also wish to have a friendship as strong as theirs that can withstand anything that comes its way.
Out of all the characters, Dumbledore is, by far, my favorite. In fact, he’s my all-time favorite literary character. We don’t often get to see him. He waits along the sidelines, allowing Harry and his friends to figure things out on their own. But, when he is around, you can be sure that Harry (and the reader) leave as better people. His wisdom, or I should say Rowling’s, is astounding. I’m always amazed at how profound these stories are because of Dumbledore.
Audio Review: I really love Jim Dale's narration of this story. He has great delivery and voices and help make the story more magical. I do need to say, though, that his pronunciation of "Rubeus" is very annoying.
jenni_elyse's review against another edition
5.0
I’ve had the chance to read both the UK and US editions of Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s/Sorcerer's Stone. (I’ll refer to it as Sorcerer’s Stone from here on out because that’s what I’m used to.) While I love the cover art of the US edition more, reading the UK version was like reading an entirely new story (not really, I just liked all the Britishisms). I loved every minute of it!
When I first read Sorcerer’s Stone in 2001, I was transported to a wondrous, magical world. I was awed by Rowling’s ability to capture my attention and evoke a desire stronger than anything I had ever experienced to be a part of a world other than my own. Now, a little more than a decade later, I still feel that same magic, captivation, and desire as I reread this novel.
Rowling’s ability to foreshadow the events to come is amazing! Even with this read, I found foretelling of things that I hadn’t noticed before. Even if I didn’t know what happened in the other six books, her foreshadowing within the same novel is amazing. But, I think it’s a true testament of her ability to see the overarching story and the foreshadowing she does throughout the entire series. Every time I encounter foreshadowing, I just smile and think, “Rowling, you genius!”
I love the little bit of humor Rowling brings into the story. The story is very intense. Many of the topics are not easy to discuss or even think about. But, the humor interwoven throughout the story helps lighten the way, making it easier to deal with the darker topics.
The characters are complex and endearing, even the ones you hate or can’t make up your mind about. I loved getting to know the main characters in Sorcerer’s Stone. Even though, as a reader, you’ve barely touched the surface of who they are, you learn to love them. Harry, Ron, and Hermione’s friendship is one to be jealous of, one to wish you were a part of. Not only do you wish you could share in their adventures, but you also wish to have a friendship as strong as theirs that can withstand anything that comes its way.
Out of all the characters, Dumbledore is, by far, my favorite. In fact, he’s my all-time favorite literary character. We don’t often get to see him. He waits along the sidelines, allowing Harry and his friends to figure things out on their own. But, when he is around, you can be sure that Harry (and the reader) leave as better people. His wisdom, or I should say Rowling’s, is astounding. I’m always amazed at how profound these stories are because of Dumbledore.
When I first read Sorcerer’s Stone in 2001, I was transported to a wondrous, magical world. I was awed by Rowling’s ability to capture my attention and evoke a desire stronger than anything I had ever experienced to be a part of a world other than my own. Now, a little more than a decade later, I still feel that same magic, captivation, and desire as I reread this novel.
Rowling’s ability to foreshadow the events to come is amazing! Even with this read, I found foretelling of things that I hadn’t noticed before. Even if I didn’t know what happened in the other six books, her foreshadowing within the same novel is amazing. But, I think it’s a true testament of her ability to see the overarching story and the foreshadowing she does throughout the entire series. Every time I encounter foreshadowing, I just smile and think, “Rowling, you genius!”
I love the little bit of humor Rowling brings into the story. The story is very intense. Many of the topics are not easy to discuss or even think about. But, the humor interwoven throughout the story helps lighten the way, making it easier to deal with the darker topics.
The characters are complex and endearing, even the ones you hate or can’t make up your mind about. I loved getting to know the main characters in Sorcerer’s Stone. Even though, as a reader, you’ve barely touched the surface of who they are, you learn to love them. Harry, Ron, and Hermione’s friendship is one to be jealous of, one to wish you were a part of. Not only do you wish you could share in their adventures, but you also wish to have a friendship as strong as theirs that can withstand anything that comes its way.
Out of all the characters, Dumbledore is, by far, my favorite. In fact, he’s my all-time favorite literary character. We don’t often get to see him. He waits along the sidelines, allowing Harry and his friends to figure things out on their own. But, when he is around, you can be sure that Harry (and the reader) leave as better people. His wisdom, or I should say Rowling’s, is astounding. I’m always amazed at how profound these stories are because of Dumbledore.
jenni_elyse's review against another edition
5.0
I’ve had the chance to read both the UK and US editions of Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s/Sorcerer's Stone. (I’ll refer to it as Sorcerer’s Stone from here on out because that’s what I’m used to.) While I love the cover art of the US edition more, reading the UK version was like reading an entirely new story (not really, I just liked all the Britishisms). I loved every minute of it!
When I first read Sorcerer’s Stone in 2001, I was transported to a wondrous, magical world. I was awed by Rowling’s ability to capture my attention and evoke a desire stronger than anything I had ever experienced to be a part of a world other than my own. Now, more than 20 years later, I still feel that same magic, captivation, and desire as I reread this novel.
Rowling’s ability to foreshadow the events to come is amazing! Even with this read, I found foretelling of things that I hadn’t noticed before. Even if I didn’t know what happened in the other six books, her foreshadowing within the same novel is amazing. But, I think it’s a true testament of her ability to see the overarching story and the foreshadowing she does throughout the entire series. Every time I encounter foreshadowing, I just smile and think, “Rowling, you genius!”
I love the little bit of humor Rowling brings into the story. The story is very intense. Many of the topics are not easy to discuss or even think about. But, the humor interwoven throughout the story helps lighten the way, making it easier to deal with the darker topics.
The characters are complex and endearing, even the ones you hate or can’t make up your mind about. I loved getting to know the main characters in Sorcerer’s Stone. Even though, as a reader, you’ve barely touched the surface of who they are, you learn to love them. Harry, Ron, and Hermione’s friendship is one to be jealous of, one to wish you were a part of. Not only do you wish you could share in their adventures, but you also wish to have a friendship as strong as theirs that can withstand anything that comes its way.
Out of all the characters, Dumbledore is, by far, my favorite. In fact, he’s my all-time favorite literary character. We don’t often get to see him. He waits along the sidelines, allowing Harry and his friends to figure things out on their own. But, when he is around, you can be sure that Harry (and the reader) leave as better people. His wisdom, or I should say Rowling’s, is astounding. I’m always amazed at how profound these stories are because of Dumbledore.
Audio Review: I really love Jim Dale's narration of this story. He has great delivery and voices and help make the story more magical. I do need to say, though, that his pronunciation of "Rubeus" is very annoying.
When I first read Sorcerer’s Stone in 2001, I was transported to a wondrous, magical world. I was awed by Rowling’s ability to capture my attention and evoke a desire stronger than anything I had ever experienced to be a part of a world other than my own. Now, more than 20 years later, I still feel that same magic, captivation, and desire as I reread this novel.
Rowling’s ability to foreshadow the events to come is amazing! Even with this read, I found foretelling of things that I hadn’t noticed before. Even if I didn’t know what happened in the other six books, her foreshadowing within the same novel is amazing. But, I think it’s a true testament of her ability to see the overarching story and the foreshadowing she does throughout the entire series. Every time I encounter foreshadowing, I just smile and think, “Rowling, you genius!”
I love the little bit of humor Rowling brings into the story. The story is very intense. Many of the topics are not easy to discuss or even think about. But, the humor interwoven throughout the story helps lighten the way, making it easier to deal with the darker topics.
The characters are complex and endearing, even the ones you hate or can’t make up your mind about. I loved getting to know the main characters in Sorcerer’s Stone. Even though, as a reader, you’ve barely touched the surface of who they are, you learn to love them. Harry, Ron, and Hermione’s friendship is one to be jealous of, one to wish you were a part of. Not only do you wish you could share in their adventures, but you also wish to have a friendship as strong as theirs that can withstand anything that comes its way.
Out of all the characters, Dumbledore is, by far, my favorite. In fact, he’s my all-time favorite literary character. We don’t often get to see him. He waits along the sidelines, allowing Harry and his friends to figure things out on their own. But, when he is around, you can be sure that Harry (and the reader) leave as better people. His wisdom, or I should say Rowling’s, is astounding. I’m always amazed at how profound these stories are because of Dumbledore.
Audio Review: I really love Jim Dale's narration of this story. He has great delivery and voices and help make the story more magical. I do need to say, though, that his pronunciation of "Rubeus" is very annoying.
jenni_elyse's review against another edition
5.0
When I first read Sorcerer’s Stone in 2001, I was transported to a wondrous, magical world. I was awed by Rowling’s ability to capture my attention and evoke a desire stronger than anything I had ever experienced to be a part of a world other than my own.
Rowling’s ability to foreshadow the events to come is amazing! Even with this read, I found foretelling of things that I hadn’t noticed before.
I love the little bit of humor Rowling brings into the story. The story is very intense. Many of the topics are not easy to discuss or even think about. But, the humor interwoven throughout the story helps lighten the way, making it easier to deal with the darker topics.
The characters are complex and endearing, even the ones you hate or can’t make up your mind about (*cough* Snape *cough*). I loved getting to know the main characters in Sorcerer’s Stone. Even though, as a reader, you’ve barely touched the surface of who they are, you learn to love them. Harry, Ron, and Hermione’s friendship is one to be jealous of, one to wish you were a part of. Not only do you wish you could share in their adventures, but you also wish to have a friendship as strong as theirs that can withstand anything that comes its way.
Out of all the characters, Dumbledore is, by far, my favorite. In fact, he’s my all-time favorite literary character. We don’t often get to see him. He waits along the sidelines, allowing Harry and his friends to figure things out on their own. But, when he is around, you can be sure that Harry (and the reader) leave as better people. His wisdom, or I should say Rowling’s, is astounding. I’m always amazed at how profound these stories are because of Dumbledore.
Rowling’s ability to foreshadow the events to come is amazing! Even with this read, I found foretelling of things that I hadn’t noticed before.
I love the little bit of humor Rowling brings into the story. The story is very intense. Many of the topics are not easy to discuss or even think about. But, the humor interwoven throughout the story helps lighten the way, making it easier to deal with the darker topics.
The characters are complex and endearing, even the ones you hate or can’t make up your mind about (*cough* Snape *cough*). I loved getting to know the main characters in Sorcerer’s Stone. Even though, as a reader, you’ve barely touched the surface of who they are, you learn to love them. Harry, Ron, and Hermione’s friendship is one to be jealous of, one to wish you were a part of. Not only do you wish you could share in their adventures, but you also wish to have a friendship as strong as theirs that can withstand anything that comes its way.
Out of all the characters, Dumbledore is, by far, my favorite. In fact, he’s my all-time favorite literary character. We don’t often get to see him. He waits along the sidelines, allowing Harry and his friends to figure things out on their own. But, when he is around, you can be sure that Harry (and the reader) leave as better people. His wisdom, or I should say Rowling’s, is astounding. I’m always amazed at how profound these stories are because of Dumbledore.
jenni_elyse's review against another edition
5.0
I was transported to a wondrous, magical world. I'm awed by Rowling’s ability to capture my attention and evoke a desire stronger than anything I've ever experienced to be a part of a world other than my own.
I love the little bit of humor Rowling brings into the story. The story is very intense. Many of the topics are not easy to discuss or even think about. But, the humor interwoven throughout the story helps lighten the way, making it easier to deal with the darker topics.
The characters are complex and endearing, even the ones you hate or can’t make up your mind about (*cough* Snape *cough*). I loved getting to know the main characters in Sorcerer’s Stone.
So far, out of all the characters, Dumbledore is my favorite. We don’t often get to see him. He waits along the sidelines, allowing Harry and his friends to figure things out on their own. But, when he was around, Harry (and I) left as better people. His wisdom, or I should say Rowling’s, is astounding.
I love the little bit of humor Rowling brings into the story. The story is very intense. Many of the topics are not easy to discuss or even think about. But, the humor interwoven throughout the story helps lighten the way, making it easier to deal with the darker topics.
The characters are complex and endearing, even the ones you hate or can’t make up your mind about (*cough* Snape *cough*). I loved getting to know the main characters in Sorcerer’s Stone.
So far, out of all the characters, Dumbledore is my favorite. We don’t often get to see him. He waits along the sidelines, allowing Harry and his friends to figure things out on their own. But, when he was around, Harry (and I) left as better people. His wisdom, or I should say Rowling’s, is astounding.
chloette's review against another edition
adventurous
lighthearted
relaxing
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
4.0
graceybookster's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
mysterious
medium-paced
4.5
4.5 stars ⭐️ ⭐️⭐️⭐️✨
🎧 Re-read via Audiobook
Narrated by Stephen Fry 🙌
CONTAINS SPOILER
This was a re-read as it’s been years and thought I’d take the opportunity to join in a read-along with some peeps on discord.
I’d forgotten how much I absolutely loved this. There’s sooooo much more detail and character to this story, hence why I disliked the movie to begin with. Over the years I’ve grown to love both separately for different things but you just can’t beat the books!
Though I think I’ve noticed a plot hole….
Basically we all know Professor Quirrell could not touch Harry, hence the blisters and his demise at the end, HOWEVER he shook his hand when they first met in Diagon Alley?! I thought maybe it would be explained again later but nope, no mention of why, and he wasn’t described to be wearing a glove at the time either. Was it perhaps because Voldemort was weaker at the time they met and grew stronger later in the book? It was definitely after Quirrell was taken as a host because it was described as him never being the same after his travels when he was first introduced….I think I’m the movie they got around this but Quirrell never actually shaking Harry’s hand and avoiding him, but he definitely shakes it in the book.
Perhaps I’m late to this realisation as it’s old news but as it’s been so long since I’ve read it I was like hmmmm PLOT HOLE! 😂 This is why I gave it a 4.5 stars instead of 5 star this time around lol
Let me know if you have any theories 🪄 ✨
P.S if you ever get the chance I IMPLORE YOU TO LISTEN TO STEPHEN FRY’S NARRATION!! He is honestly AMAZING and brings each character to life, I swear I was hearing Robbie Coltrane his Hagrid accent was impeccable. I wasn’t aware he was that good of a narrator but WOW! THE BEST!
🎧 Re-read via Audiobook
Narrated by Stephen Fry 🙌
CONTAINS SPOILER
This was a re-read as it’s been years and thought I’d take the opportunity to join in a read-along with some peeps on discord.
I’d forgotten how much I absolutely loved this. There’s sooooo much more detail and character to this story, hence why I disliked the movie to begin with. Over the years I’ve grown to love both separately for different things but you just can’t beat the books!
Though I think I’ve noticed a plot hole….
Perhaps I’m late to this realisation as it’s old news but as it’s been so long since I’ve read it I was like hmmmm PLOT HOLE! 😂 This is why I gave it a 4.5 stars instead of 5 star this time around lol
Let me know if you have any theories 🪄 ✨
P.S if you ever get the chance I IMPLORE YOU TO LISTEN TO STEPHEN FRY’S NARRATION!! He is honestly AMAZING and brings each character to life, I swear I was hearing Robbie Coltrane his Hagrid accent was impeccable. I wasn’t aware he was that good of a narrator but WOW! THE BEST!