Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone by J.K. Rowling

Harry Potter is an orphan living with his cruel aunt, uncle, and cousin. On the day of his eleventh birthday, a giant comes to tell Harry he's a wizard. So on September first he goes to Platform 9 3/4
to catch the train to Hogwarts. Getting to the platform met going through a solid wall. On the train he meets Ron Weasley, who quickly becomes his best friend. Another true friend is made while defeating a ginormous troll. Harry and Ron and Hermione find a series of clues telling them what is hidden behingd the forbidden door at Hogwarts. And finally, they find out, but it's not what any of them expected.

One thing that annoys me about Harry Potter books is the wands. Certain flicks and swishes get you certain spells and if you lose or break your wand you're dead. I would find it more interesting if they could do some things without wands. But I really enjoy wizard's chess and Fluffy. I would stink at chess, but it's fun to think about.

Cheerio!
-ruthie Girl!