Born amongst the 'Millennials' generation it must be said that one of my favorite series are the Harry Potter books. Written in a way that makes you feel as though you are in the midst of a world of magic, mystery and intrigue J.K. Rowling created an instant hit when she first put pen to napkin in that London train. The books nearly flew off the shelves and even still, years after their original publication, children everywhere are reading the books and watching the movies as well. It's not everyone that can create a bestseller the first time they try and yet, in the young adult genre, it would seem Rowling has done just that.
Set in a world not far removed from our own, the Harry Potter books chronicle the story of a young boy who has grown up without parents, without love and without friends. Yet there is something strange about this boy, 'The Boy Who Lived.' He is more than just another 11-year-old, he's ready to set off on a brand new adventure that any 11-year-old (or older for that matter) would be envious of. The world of magic, of mystical creatures and of friends who will stick by you no matter the cost is one that anyone would love to experience.
Of course things can't all be perfect for Harry Potter, Hermione and Ron. There is danger in any world and when you are the only survivor of an execution by one who has been known as the most powerful wizard in the world, there are bound to be enemies made. Yet the danger, the battles and the situations of life or death simply make this story even more capable of drawing you in and making you wish for a world where all of these things could be right around the corner.
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