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A Goodreads user asked this question about Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone (Harry Potter, #1):
I have watched all the Harry Potter films loads of times and I love them but is it worth it reading the books if I know what is going to happen?
Chloe Levering Yes! The books give you SO much more knowledge of Harry's background and explain what's going on! They leave out a lot in the movies (about 20%) and s…moreYes! The books give you SO much more knowledge of Harry's background and explain what's going on! They leave out a lot in the movies (about 20%) and sometimes even add things that are irrelevant. I totally think that you should read the whole series. :))(less)
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Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone
by J.K. Rowling
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