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4.48 AVERAGE
4.48 AVERAGE
es la primera vez que leo los libros (ya me he visto todas las películas)
definitivamente aún me emociono como si nunca hubiera escuchado del mundo mágico
definitivamente aún me emociono como si nunca hubiera escuchado del mundo mágico
adventurous
dark
funny
mysterious
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
Fun and a good start to the series. Very good character development and an interesting first bump in their road
adventurous
challenging
dark
mysterious
tense
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:
Yes
adventurous
emotional
funny
mysterious
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
adventurous
lighthearted
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
adventurous
funny
inspiring
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone is a magical, charming introduction to J.K. Rowling’s wizarding world. The book captures the wonder of discovery through Harry’s eyes — from Diagon Alley to Hogwarts — and balances humor, friendship, and danger in a way that hooks readers of all ages. The central mystery of the Philosopher’s Stone is cleverly woven into the school-year structure, and the final twist with Quirrell and Voldemort is both surprising and memorable.
The novel’s greatest strengths are its world-building and characters: Harry, Ron, and Hermione feel instantly relatable, while figures like Hagrid and Dumbledore add warmth and wisdom. Its themes — love, courage, and the importance of choices — resonate far beyond children’s literature.
That said, the prose is simpler than in later entries, and some sections (like the Norbert subplot or the Dursleys’ early over-the-top cruelty) can feel stretched. The ending leans heavily on exposition, with Dumbledore explaining key details instead of letting them unfold organically.
Overall, this is a wonderful, whimsical start to the series that lays a solid foundation for deeper and darker storytelling to come. It earns 4 out of 5 stars: not flawless, but unforgettable, and a book that continues to enchant readers decades later.
adventurous
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
mysterious
fast-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:
Yes
Never read the books before or tried audiobooks. I think having love for the films first helped me a bit but still enjoyable!
medium-paced