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adventurous
emotional
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
mysterious
relaxing
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Content Warnings
Minor: Body shaming, Blood, Grief, Death of parent, Injury/Injury detail
adventurous
funny
inspiring
lighthearted
mysterious
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
Content Warnings
Minor: Body shaming, Bullying, Fatphobia
adventurous
inspiring
lighthearted
mysterious
reflective
relaxing
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
This is a book and series I'll always love. This reread was no different, but this time I read the illustrated edition.
I won't deny that I've been hesitant to read the illustrated edition of this because growing up with this, I have certain ideas of what characters look like and ways I imagine the world, but let me just say that this enhanced that love. Every version I've experienced of this just adds to my vision and understanding of it all.
Since this is the illustrated edition, I'm primarily going to focus on talking about the artwork this reread. Jim Kay did an absolutely phenomenal job illustrating everything. I adored his work, even if it didn't always match my own version in my head or what we've all seen in the movies. I saw a documentary and I've read several articles about the work he did and pressure he felt with this project and it's astounding. He made sure to get all the details right and you can see the research on the page. I know he was concerned about ruining the series with his illustrations, but really, as I've already mentioned, it enhanced it and gave me a different experience.
I definitely enjoyed this and I'll be curious to check out the other books in the future.
I won't deny that I've been hesitant to read the illustrated edition of this because growing up with this, I have certain ideas of what characters look like and ways I imagine the world, but let me just say that this enhanced that love. Every version I've experienced of this just adds to my vision and understanding of it all.
Since this is the illustrated edition, I'm primarily going to focus on talking about the artwork this reread. Jim Kay did an absolutely phenomenal job illustrating everything. I adored his work, even if it didn't always match my own version in my head or what we've all seen in the movies. I saw a documentary and I've read several articles about the work he did and pressure he felt with this project and it's astounding. He made sure to get all the details right and you can see the research on the page. I know he was concerned about ruining the series with his illustrations, but really, as I've already mentioned, it enhanced it and gave me a different experience.
I definitely enjoyed this and I'll be curious to check out the other books in the future.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Bullying, Child abuse, Domestic abuse
Moderate: Animal death, Body shaming, Death, Fatphobia, Violence, Blood, Medical content, Grief, Injury/Injury detail
Minor: Ableism, Animal cruelty, Death of parent
adventurous
lighthearted
mysterious
relaxing
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
Content Warnings
Graphic: Bullying
Moderate: Animal death, Body shaming, Child abuse, Death, Emotional abuse, Violence, Blood, Medical content, Death of parent, Fire/Fire injury, Injury/Injury detail
Minor: Ableism, Body horror, Body shaming, Fatphobia, Misogyny, Sexism, Slavery, Xenophobia, Antisemitism, Car accident, Classism
adventurous
hopeful
lighthearted
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Complicated
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated
The way no one has ever made me this happy while reading this. It just gives such comfort and you just want dive inside the book and live at Hogwarts.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Body shaming, Bullying, Child abuse, Domestic abuse, Fatphobia, Death of parent
Minor: Car accident, Murder
There is apperantly a lot of trigger warnings, but It is still really suitable for kids!
adventurous
emotional
funny
inspiring
mysterious
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
Content Warnings
Graphic: Body shaming, Bullying, Child abuse, Confinement, Emotional abuse, Physical abuse, Violence, Death of parent
Moderate: Grief, Classism
Minor: Ableism, Animal cruelty, Death, Fatphobia, Sexism, Antisemitism, Car accident, Murder, War, Injury/Injury detail
adventurous
lighthearted
slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated
Content Warnings
Graphic: Body shaming, Bullying, Child abuse, Domestic abuse, Fatphobia
funny
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Complicated
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated
Content Warnings
Graphic: Animal cruelty, Body shaming, Child abuse, Fatphobia, Sexism
adventurous
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
Title: Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone
Author: J.K. Rowling
Series: Harry Potter #1
Genre: YA Fantasy
Rating: 4.25
Pub Date: June 26 1997
T H R E E • W O R D S
Magical • Timeless • Original
📖 S Y N O P S I S
Orphaned as an infant, Harry Potter has lived with his Aunt Petunia, Uncle Vernon and cousin Dudley (muggles) ever since. His life on Privet Drive hasn't been easy, so when letters start arriving for Harry his life is about to change forever. He is being summoned to Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry where he will train as a wizard now that he is old enough. It is during his first year at Hogwarts that Harry discovers he has special powers, and a prominent place among the wizarding world.
💭 T H O U G H T S
The book that started it all! It's been nearly 20 years since I first read Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone, and it was absolutely magical to return to Hogwarts as an adult. This time around I listened while reading along with my book. I thoroughly enjoyed the added dimension the narration provided. I forgot how fun and adventurous this series is, and yes, it's a different experience reading as an adult but it's still an amazing escape. It goes without saying that the writing is elementary, but this is marketed for children so it's not surprising. And yet J.K. Rowling's has created an incredible world to escape into time and time again. I love how this book sets the stage for things to come, and foreshadows so much I didn't realize the first time. One of my favourite things is the budding friendship between Harry, Ron and Hermione. For me there will always be something about book one that holds a special place in the series. Looking forward to continuing on with my re-read in the coming months.
📚 R E C O M M E N D • T O
• all readers!
🔖 F A V O U R I T E • Q U O T E S
"It takes a great deal of bravery to stand up to our enemies, but just as much to stand up to our friends."
"After all, to the well-organized mind, death is but the next great adventure.
Author: J.K. Rowling
Series: Harry Potter #1
Genre: YA Fantasy
Rating: 4.25
Pub Date: June 26 1997
T H R E E • W O R D S
Magical • Timeless • Original
📖 S Y N O P S I S
Orphaned as an infant, Harry Potter has lived with his Aunt Petunia, Uncle Vernon and cousin Dudley (muggles) ever since. His life on Privet Drive hasn't been easy, so when letters start arriving for Harry his life is about to change forever. He is being summoned to Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry where he will train as a wizard now that he is old enough. It is during his first year at Hogwarts that Harry discovers he has special powers, and a prominent place among the wizarding world.
💭 T H O U G H T S
The book that started it all! It's been nearly 20 years since I first read Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone, and it was absolutely magical to return to Hogwarts as an adult. This time around I listened while reading along with my book. I thoroughly enjoyed the added dimension the narration provided. I forgot how fun and adventurous this series is, and yes, it's a different experience reading as an adult but it's still an amazing escape. It goes without saying that the writing is elementary, but this is marketed for children so it's not surprising. And yet J.K. Rowling's has created an incredible world to escape into time and time again. I love how this book sets the stage for things to come, and foreshadows so much I didn't realize the first time. One of my favourite things is the budding friendship between Harry, Ron and Hermione. For me there will always be something about book one that holds a special place in the series. Looking forward to continuing on with my re-read in the coming months.
📚 R E C O M M E N D • T O
• all readers!
🔖 F A V O U R I T E • Q U O T E S
"It takes a great deal of bravery to stand up to our enemies, but just as much to stand up to our friends."
"After all, to the well-organized mind, death is but the next great adventure.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Body shaming, Bullying, Child abuse, Emotional abuse, Fatphobia
Moderate: Confinement
Minor: Death, Death of parent
adventurous
funny
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
Reading along with "The Shrieking Shack" Podcast, with a more critical eye. Even so, for the most part the first book is just an enjoyable, very Dahl-esque read. There are some weak points (stuff gets convoluted at times), but for the most part the stuff I hate doesn't show up until later.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Body shaming