The Dramatic Portrait

by Chris Knight
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  • Added: 2025-10-29
  • Updated: 2025-10-29
  • Reviews: 3
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rangefinderonline.com · Unknown · 2017-09-13
fantastic 4.50

The reviewer loved Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone, finding it enjoyable and accessible at any age. They appreciate the book's lightheartedness and the way it introduces a vast magical world, making it a perfect introduction to the series. The narrative style is easy to follow, and the pacing keeps the action flowing, making it a quick and engaging read.

The reviewer has a deep affection for Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone, having read it multiple times at different stages of their life. They find that the book's charm and accessibility transcend age, making it enjoyable for both young and mature readers. The lighthearted nature of the first book in the series serves as a wonderful introduction to the magical world of Harry Potter, offering escapism and a sense of wonder. The narrative style is digestible and easy to follow, allowing readers to pick up and put down the book as they wish. The pacing is well-balanced, providing enough world-building and character development without feeling slow, while also maintaining a fun and exciting flow of action. The reviewer highly recommends the book, praising its ability to captivate readers of all ages and set the stage for the broader story.

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    The thing is I love the most about these books is that it doesn’t matter how old you are when you start reading them.

    Whilst I would say the intended genre is probably young adult, at the same time it doesn’t feel pigeonholed there.

    I really enjoy that!

foyles.co.uk · Unknown · 2017-07-13
great 4.00

The reviewer initially hesitated to read Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone but was pleasantly surprised by its fast-paced, engaging narrative. They found the book charming and well-paced, with Ron Weasley being a standout character, and gave it a high rating.

The reviewer initially had reservations about reading Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone, having watched the movies and not feeling particularly drawn to the series. However, they decided to give the book a chance and were immediately impressed by its straightforward and engaging narrative. The book's fast-paced storytelling and lack of unnecessary filler made it a enjoyable read. The reviewer also praised Ron Weasley, finding him more appealing and well-developed in the book than in the movies. Overall, they were thoroughly impressed by the book and gave it a high rating, indicating their intention to continue with the series.

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    This is a no-nonsense kind of book. It’s completely straight to what it wants to tell, but never once did it lose its charm.

    My friend was right, book Ron was better. Get this, movie Ron was alright, but book Ron was definitely tight and better.

    I just love this book and I think I’m going to like the whole series.

fstoppers.com · Unknown · 2017-06-10
entertaining 4.50

The reviewer found Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone to be an entertaining and imaginative book that brings a magical world to life. They enjoyed the rich imagery and the story's ability to make the impossible possible, despite initially being hesitant to read it due to its popularity.

The reviewer initially avoided reading Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone due to its widespread popularity but decided to give it a try after feeling creatively stuck. They found the book to be highly entertaining and enjoyed the rich imagery and magical world it brought to life. The story of Harry, an orphaned boy who discovers he is a wizard, was engaging and made the impossible seem possible. The reviewer particularly enjoyed the twist and turns in the plot and the fact that Harry finds friends and discovers his talents at Hogwarts. They recommend the book but are unsure if they will continue with the series.

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    I laughed a lot since I found the book so entertaining.

    The book is not just about witches and wizards with magical powers who live amongst us Muggles, but it’s also a story about making the impossible possible.

    I really enjoyed the book and recommend it, but I haven’t decided if I will read the other six books in the series.

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