HARRY POTTER AND THE PHILOSOPHER'S STONE - J.K. Rowling

“𝑰𝒕 𝒅𝒐𝒆𝒔 𝒏𝒐𝒕 𝒅𝒐 𝒕𝒐 𝒅𝒘𝒆𝒍𝒍 𝒐𝒏 𝒅𝒓𝒆𝒂𝒎𝒔 𝒂𝒏𝒅 𝒇𝒐𝒓𝒈𝒆𝒕 𝒕𝒐 𝒍𝒊𝒗𝒆.” 

Goodreads rating - 4.47/5  
My rating - ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐/5  

Genre - Fantasy, Fiction, YA 

J.K. Rowling's enchanting debut novel, "Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone" takes us on a spellbinding journey to the mystical world of Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. It follows an young boy, Harry Potter, as he discovers his true identity as a wizard and delves into the secrets of his mysterious past.

Set in a world where magic is real, but danger lurks at every turn, Rowling skillfully weaves a tale of wonder, friendship, and the eternal struggle between good and evil. The story opens with an orphaned baby named Harry Potter, who is left on the doorstep of his cruel and unloving relatives, the Dursleys. However, on his eleventh birthday, everything changes when a giant named Hagrid appears and reveals Harry's destiny as a wizard and his admission to Hogwarts.

This is a coming-of-age story that explores themes of friendship, loyalty, and the power of love. Harry's friendships with Ron Weasley and Hermione Granger are heartwarming and relatable, each character complementing the other's strengths and weaknesses. These connections play a pivotal role in Harry's growth and resilience throughout the story.

From the vibrant and diverse characters to the imaginative magical creatures and the captivating spellcasting, the world-building in this book is truly exceptional. Readers will be instantly drawn into a world filled with wondrous creatures, enchanted objects, and remarkable adventures.