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Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban (Harry Potter #3)

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For twelve long years, the dread fortress of Azkaban held an infamous prisoner named Sirius Black. Convicted of killing thirteen people with a single curse, he was said to be the heir apparent to the Dark Lord, Voldemort. Now he has escaped, leaving only two clues as to where he might be headed: Harry Potter's defeat of You-Know-Who was Black's downfall as well. And the Azkaban guards heard Black muttering in his sleep, "He's at Hogwarts...he's at Hogwarts." Harry Potter isn't safe, not even within the walls of his magical school, surrounded by his friends. Because on top of it all, there may well be a traitor in their midst.

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"The main characters and the continuing story both come along so smartly...that the book seems shorter than its page count: have readers clear their calendars if they are fans, or get out of the way if they are not." Kirkus Reviews

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"J. K. Rowling's third masterpiece, Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban, is just as exciting and action-packed as the first two." Elizabeth Weintz, BookPage

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"A fast-paced delight for young and old alike." Carolyn Cushman, Locus

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"Rowling proves that she has plenty of tricks left up her sleeve....Rowling's wit never flags....The Potter spell is holding strong." Publishers Weekly

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"[T]he heartiest and best of children's literature." Gregory Maguire, The New York Times Book Review

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"[The] most interesting Harry Potter adventure yet....This book keeps readers on the edge of their seats and makes them yearn for the next installment in the Harry Potter saga." Rebecca Joseph, Children's Literature

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"Rowling's characterizations are succinctly evocative and often slyly funny, ensuring that readers develop a fondness for her players, care what happens to them, and come back for more." Janice M. Del Negro, Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books

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"Isn't it reassuring that some things just get better and better? Harry is back and in fine form....The pace is nonstop....This is a fabulously entertaining read that will have Harry Potter fans cheering for more." School Library Journal

Synopsis:

During his third year at Hogwarts School for Witchcraft and Wizardry, Harry Potter must confront the devious and dangerous wizard responsible for his parents' deaths.
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About the Author

J.K. Rowling was a struggling single mother when she wrote the beginning of Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone, on scraps of paper at a local cafe. But her efforts soon paid off, as she received an unprecedented award from the Scottish Arts Council enabling her to finish the book. Since then, the debut novel has become an international phenomenon, garnering rave reviews and major awards, including the British Book Awards Chidren's Book of the Year and the Smarties Prize. Ms. Rowling lives in Edinburgh with her daughter.
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Sheriluvsbooks, June 13, 2011 (view all comments by Sheriluvsbooks)
This was just as good as the other books in the series. It amazes me that J.K Rowling can think of such complex plot lines that always seem to fit together perfectly. It was wonderful!
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sulansb, January 20, 2010 (view all comments by sulansb)
it was my favorite "harry potter " book ever
cause it introduces the character of Serious Black
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Samantha Sparkman, January 8, 2010 (view all comments by Samantha Sparkman)
Okay, I know that most people think that the 5th book is the best. But I have to disagree the third book is the best because, we get to meet all the characters that will become so important in the story in the later books. And my favorite characters, like Sirus Black and Lupin. All of the characters become closer and Harry finally has some family. It may just be that my favorite characters on front and center in this book, Ms. Rowling I'm still upset that you killed them off. Also it shows that Snape love Lilly. Its one of the best book in the last decade.
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Product Details

ISBN:
9780439136365
Illustrated by:
Mary GrandPré
Publisher:
Scholastic
Author:
Rowling, J.K.
Author:
Grandpre, Mary
Location:
New York :
Subject:
General
Subject:
Science Fiction, Fantasy, & Magic
Subject:
Children's 9-12 - Fiction - General
Subject:
Schools
Subject:
School & Education
Subject:
England
Subject:
Magic
Subject:
Fantasy fiction
Subject:
Wizards
Subject:
England Fiction.
Subject:
Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry
Subject:
Fantasy & Magic
Subject:
Children s-Science Fiction and Fantasy
Copyright:
2001
Edition Description:
Mass Market Paperbound
Series:
Harry Potter (Paperback)
Series Volume:
03
Publication Date:
September 11, 2001
Binding:
TRADE PAPER
Grade Level:
Elementary and junior high
Language:
English
Illustrations:
Yes
Pages:
448
Dimensions:
7.63 x 5.25 in
Age Level:
08-12
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Product details 448 pages Scholastic - English 9780439136365 Reviews:
"Review" by , "The main characters and the continuing story both come along so smartly...that the book seems shorter than its page count: have readers clear their calendars if they are fans, or get out of the way if they are not."
"Review" by , "J. K. Rowling's third masterpiece, Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban, is just as exciting and action-packed as the first two."
"Review" by , "A fast-paced delight for young and old alike."
"Review" by , "Rowling proves that she has plenty of tricks left up her sleeve....Rowling's wit never flags....The Potter spell is holding strong."
"Review" by , "[T]he heartiest and best of children's literature."
"Review" by , "[The] most interesting Harry Potter adventure yet....This book keeps readers on the edge of their seats and makes them yearn for the next installment in the Harry Potter saga."
"Review" by , "Rowling's characterizations are succinctly evocative and often slyly funny, ensuring that readers develop a fondness for her players, care what happens to them, and come back for more."
"Review" by , "Isn't it reassuring that some things just get better and better? Harry is back and in fine form....The pace is nonstop....This is a fabulously entertaining read that will have Harry Potter fans cheering for more."
"Synopsis" by , During his third year at Hogwarts School for Witchcraft and Wizardry, Harry Potter must confront the devious and dangerous wizard responsible for his parents' deaths.
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