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1. Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets

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Author:
Rowling, J. K.
Series:
Harry Potter (Original series) volume 2.
Average Rating:
4.8 stars
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Description:
When the Chamber of Secrets is opened again at the Hogwarts School for Witchcraft and Wizardry, second-year student Harry Potter finds himself in danger from a dark power that has once more been released on the school.

2. Harry Potter and the deathly hallows

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Author:
Rowling, J. K.
Series:
Harry Potter (Original series) volume 7.
Average Rating:
4.9 stars
Formats:
Book, Audiobook, OverDrive eAudiobook, OverDrive eBook
Description:
At a time when the forces of evil seem to be gaining the upper hand, Harry comes of age in the wizarding world, and must take on and defeat Voldemort--or be killed himself.

3. Harry Potter and the goblet of fire

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Author:
Rowling, J. K.
Series:
Harry Potter (Original series) volume 4.
Average Rating:
4.8 stars
Formats:
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Description:
Fourteen-year-old Harry Potter joins the Weasleys at the Quidditch World Cup, then enters his fourth year at Hogwarts Academy where he is mysteriously entered in an unusual contest that challenges his wizarding skills, friendships and character, amid signs that an old enemy is growing stronger.

4. Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince

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Author:
Rowling, J. K.
Series:
Harry Potter (Original series) volume 6.
Average Rating:
4.9 stars
Formats:
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Description:
Harry searches for the full and complex story of the boy who became Lord Voldemort, and thereby finds what may be his only vulnerability. Sixth-year Hogwarts student Harry Potter gains valuable insights into the boy Voldemort once was, even as his own world is transformed by maturing friendships, schoolwork assistance from an unexpected source, and devastating losses.

5. Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix

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Author:
Rowling, J. K.
Series:
Harry Potter (Original series) volume 5.
Average Rating:
4.8 stars
Formats:
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Description:
Fifteen-year-old wizard Harry Potter struggles with a threatening teacher, problematic house elf, the dread of upcoming final exams, and haunting dreams that hint toward his mysterious past.

6. Harry Potter and the prisoner of Azkaban

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Author:
Rowling, J. K.
Series:
Harry Potter (Original series) volume 3.
Average Rating:
4.8 stars
Formats:
Book, Audiobook, OverDrive eAudiobook, OverDrive eBook
Description:
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.

7. Harry Potter and the sorcerer's stone

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Author:
Rowling, J. K.
Series:
Harry Potter (Original series) volume 1.
Average Rating:
4.8 stars
Formats:
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Description:
Rescued from the outrageous neglect of his aunt and uncle, a young boy with a great destiny proves his worth while attending Hogwarts School for Wizards and Witches.

8. When the moon hatched

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Author:
Parker, Sarah A. (Fantasy fiction writer)
Series:
Moonfall novels volume 1.
Average Rating:
5 stars
Formats:
Book, OverDrive eBook
Description:
"As a valued Elding Blade of the rebellion group Fíur du Ath, Raeve's job is to kill. To complete orders and never get caught. When a renowned bounty hunter is employed by The Crown to capture a member of the Ath, Raeve's world is turned upside down. Blood spills, hearts break, and Raeve finds herself at the mercy of the Guild of Nobles-a group of dual-beaded elementals who intend to turn her into a political statement. Only death will set her free....