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I read this in seventh grade, and to this day it is my absolute favorite (I'm in college now, so the fact that it's stuck with me is pretty impressive). It's eye opening and life changing. Only read this if you're prepared to feel hope and devastation and bittersweet happiness.

This book has me conflicted... I mean, I absolutely love it. It may be my favorite childrens book of all time... but it is just soooo sad at the end! Sad in a good way, the sort of sobbing that you do at the end of a extremely touching movie or novel. There are no words to describe the love poured into this novel. Don't be fooled by the cover, this story is beyond amazing. The love of a boy and his mother...

Beautifully illustrated book full of interesting facts and anecdotes about the creation and world of Harry Potter. It combines Harry’s world with the larger world of magic down through history. The magic continues with this book and the genius of JK Rowling is well represented. The British Museum celebrated the 20th year anniversary of the publication of the first book, Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone. This book is a companion to that exhibition. If you couldn’t travel to London to see the exhibit for yourself this book will take you there. Just like magic!

At what point does childhood end and adulthood begin? Mandy Berman’s evocative debut novel captures, through the lens of summer camp both the thrill and pain of growing up.