RE: Harry Potter

[babylonsister]

I have not read a one and would like to try. Should I like them, that would keep me busy. Is it advisable to read them in order or doesn't it matter? Thanks!

[tblue37]

1. Yes, in order. It is all part of a single narrative.

[babylonsister]

2. OK, thanks! nt

[tblue37]

3. BTW, I adore those books. nt

[we can do it]

4. Definitely in order. You'll love them!

[madaboutharry]

5. I think it is important to read them in order.

They are not independent of each other as each book builds on the book that came before.

These books are a magical experience!

[sinkingfeeling]

6. Definitely read them in order. I've read all of them 3 times and I'm 72!

[sueh]

7. Yes, read them in order. Enjoy! The stories are awesome.

[dweller]

8. i had to be dragged kicking and ...

well, not screaming... my daughters made me read them and they were enjoyable enough for youth fiction ... plus you have the movies?

my tastes fall elsewhere .. but these days, it's all good

✌🏼

[3catwoman3]

9. Order totally matters.

The first time I tried to read the first in the series, I stalled out because the aunt and uncle were so mean to Harry. I saw the movie, and was then able to read the book.

[Dave in VA]

10. In order for sure

loved everyone!

[Wawannabe]

11. Read these with my son as they came out

We even went to midnight book releases. My cool factor in those days was HIGH! We always had something to talk about too.

Best in order!

[yellowdogintexas]

20. we did that too, with our daughter

I read the first book, then my husband read it but our daughter thought it was too kid oriented for her...

then we finally got her to read it and after that it was a three way fight to be the first one to read the next book in the series.

[grantcart]

12. Only will make sense in order

[avebury]

13. They are fantastic and I would recommend

reading them in order. The audio books of them are awesome. Great narrator.

[Staph]

14. Definitely in order.

But be patient with the first book. It takes a while to get past Harry's horrible adoptive family and into the good stuff.

[Laffy Kat]

15. Absolutely in order.

You'll get hooked right away. It will be a wonderful escape. I'm excited for you!

[happybird]

16. The tone of each book matures along with the main characters

it’s pretty cool, and I didn’t realize it until about the third book.
Definitely read them in order. You are in for a real treat!

[Olafjoy]

17. Oooohhhhhh. I am sooo jealous of you!!

Have a wonderful adventure with Harry you lucky Muggle!!

[MFM008]

18. Yes

Do not read them out of order.

[TlalocW]

19. Order is important

But in all honesty, you can skip the Simarillion.

TlalocW

[babylonsister]

21. UPDATE: I am a muggle!

I wouldn't mind spending some time at Hogwart's either. I've finished the first one; Harry, take me away!
Such fun-thank you all for the encouragement. I'm glad I jumped in, and now I have 6 more to order and read. It's a good thing!

[kelly97]

22. The best

Harry Potter is the best. That is all!