"'Welcome to the Knight Bus, emergency transport for the stranded witch or wizard. Just stick out your wand hand, step on board and we can take you anywhere you want to go.'"

When the Knight Bus crashes through the darkness and screeches to a halt in front of him, it's the start of another far from ordinary year at Hogwarts for Harry Potter. Sirius Black, escaped mass-murderer and follower of Lord Voldemort, is on the run - and they say he is coming after Harry. In his first ever Divination class, Professor Trelawney sees an omen of death in Harry's tea leaves.... But perhaps most terrifying of all are the Dementors patrolling the school grounds, with their soul-sucking kiss....

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Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban, Book 3

J.K. Rowling (Author), Jim Dale (Narrator), Pottermore Publishing (Publisher)

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Listening Length	11 hours and 49 minutes
Author	J.K. Rowling
Narrator	Jim Dale
Audible.com Release Date	November 20, 2015
Publisher	Pottermore Publishing
Program Type	Audiobook
Version	Unabridged
Language	English
ASIN	B017V4NTFA
Best Sellers Rank	#28 in Audible Books & Originals (See Top 100 in Audible Books & Originals) #3 in Family Life Fiction for Children #3 in Teen & Young Adult Epic Fantasy #4 in Fantasy & Magic for Children

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Lee

My favorite book in the series! (SPOILER ALERT!!!)

Reviewed in the United States on January 15, 2019

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I love all of the Harry Potter novels, but this one is by far my favorite! From the very first time I read it as a 7 year old (when the book first came out in 1999) I loved the change of pace from the other books in the series - for once, Lord Voldemort is not the main antagonist, and instead it's Sirius Black - or at least so we think! The ending contains one of the biggest plot twists in the entire series, and it's ultimately less about fighting evil and more about finding family and belonging.

This purchase was actually a replacement - as my first edition copy had been read so many times by me, my sister, and my parents, that the binding was pretty much destroyed and the pages quite stained (because obviously putting the book away during lunchtime is not an option for 7-12 year old Potterheads)

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Colorado Seasons

If you have a stressful job like me where you can't relax

Reviewed in the United States on December 19, 2016

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I'm 46 and male who works out and thinks he's macho and I've read this book 4 times. If you have a stressful job like me where you can't relax, read the HP books. They put you in a fantasy world and JK Rowling's storytelling is so unbelievable and descriptive, she's the best. I got this series for my father after my mother passed away. They were married 69 years and he was grieving. This is not his kind of book but after reminding him how much my mother loved them, he agreed to read them and agrees it puts him in another world and helps him gain peace.

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Kati

Spoilers!

Reviewed in the United States on August 17, 2016

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“I solemnly sear that I am up to no good.” (ch. 10 pg. 192)
Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban is the third book in the Harry Potter series. It follows Harry and his friends through the excitement that is their third year at Hogwarts. In the start of the book, we find Harry doing his homework by flashlight under his bed sheets- as any proof of his time at that wizarding school is forbidden by the Drusley’s. It’s Harry’s birthday and for the first time in his life, he receives birthday cards and presents from his friends Hermione, Ron, and Hagrid. During a visit from Aunt Marge, Vernon and Harry make a deal, if he can keep Hogwarts a secret, Vernon will sign Harry’s permission slip to visit Hogsmead on the weekends. Unfortunately that goes out the window when Marge insults Harry’s family and he accidentally inflates her, whoops. The Knight Bus then picks up Harry after he leaves the house suddenly, but not after seeing something peculiar in the bushes…
The main conflict of this novel is the fact that escaped prisoner Sirius Black is on the loose and dangerous. Dementors have made Hogwarts their home for the year and even made a little pit stop on the Hogwarts Express to make sure Sirius Black wasn’t aboard. While they didn’t find the prisoner on the train, they did find Harry, because of the sorrow and death he has already witnessed the dementors were drawn to him. The mysterious person (who we find out to be the new Defense Against the Dark Arts teacher) is at the ready to produce a Patronus charm, which is used to ward of dementors with a happy memory.
The school year starts and the dementors are not respecting the boundaries that Dumbledore has put into place. They even disrupt a Quidditch match and send Harry flying off of his broom and his Nimbus 2000 into the Whomping Willow. Harry get used to his new classes and the frequent disappearance and reappearance of Hermione as she seems to be taking more class than any average witch or wizard can handle. Third year is when students start taking Divination and it’s not Harry’s favorite subject to say the least. Professor Trelawney often tells Harry he is in grave danger after finding the Grim in his cup, and she becomes overcome with a prophecy when they are alone in the classroom. "It will happen tonight. The Dark Lord lies alone and friendless, abandoned by his followers. His servant has been chained these twelve years. Tonight, before midnight, the servant will break free and set out to rejoin his master. The Dark Lord will rise again with his servant's aid, greater and more terrible than ever before. Tonight... before midnight... the servant... will set out... to rejoin... his master..." (ch.16 pg.324)
The story concludes with Harry, Ron and Hermione using Hermione’s Time Turner to not only save Hagrid’s friend Buckbeak, but also Harry’s innocent godfather Sirius Black, who has spent the last 12 years in Azkaban for a crime he did not commit. With the help of their new Defense Against the Dark Arts teacher (who is also a werewolf!) Remus Lupin; Harry finds out more about his parents past and how their secret keeper and friend Peter Pettigrew betrayed them.
This is easily my favorite Harry Potter book out of the seven. I’d give it ten out of five stars if I could. It introduced me to my favorite character of the series (Remus Lupin) and helped to continue the story of Harry Potter and helped Harry find out more about his parents before they died. He also was reconnected with his godfather and James’ best friend Sirius Black.
“Mischief Managed” (Ch, 10 pg, 194)

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Harry Potter is Life

Reviewed in the United States on January 26, 2019

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I purchased this copy for my little brother. I love the Harry Potter books, and I wanted to pass the magic on to him. I am quite the Potterhead and buy this for any 10-100 year old that has a birthday. I have already started reading the first one to my daughter, who happens to be named after Molly Weasley. Personally, Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire (#4) is my favorite, but definitely start with #1 if you are just beginning. Obviously I recommend this to everyone.

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Harry Potter!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Reviewed in the United States on April 19, 2020

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So this is the third HP book and.... IT IS VERY VERY VERY VERY VERY VERY VERY VERY VERY VERY VERY GOOD!!!!!!!!
I have read the first two plus this one so far and this one might be my favotite. Suprisingly it is NOT as intense as the first two. There is no monster type things like Fluff and the viper, and there is not really any violence either. The only scary characters in here are the demontores (who are gaurds and ghost type creatures at Azkaban and at Hogwarts-yeah....and are not THAT scary, but sometimes they do something to Harry….) And Sirus Black, (who is the 'Prisoner of Azkaban') but then -spoiler alert!- he actually turns out good in the end and it was a misunderstanding senario and is Harry's godfather!

Yup so that's about it, but I would recomend being 10 or older before reading this series, (unless your an advanced reader:) ) some of it might just be to confusing and there is alot of action and SOME violence... just something to consider.

If you LOVE this series as much as I do, then may I, Shannon Messenger, also recommend the Keeper of the Lost Cities series, (which is like my absolutely favorite series besides Harry Potter, obviously.) :) :) :)

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Fernando

This is by far the most exciting book out of the first three

Reviewed in the United States on March 14, 2020

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This is by far the most exciting book out of the first three. As the characters mature within the HP universe, so does the ever growing sense that Harry Potter is being groomed to face Hogwarts greatest foe.

There's a sense of repetitive narrative amongst the three books as far as the character arcs and plot twists, which rely on the complex relationship between the Gryffindor gang and Slytherin camp. But I understand that's the point of the series.

Very emotive book with a pleasing conclusion. As I take a step back and review this for what it is a YA novel intended for any person at any age, this is a superb product.

I really want to continue with the series but I promised myself I would pick up on another abandoned series I started 2 years ago...A song of fire and Ice. I will likely come back to Harry Potter after the summer.

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Hitesh

In my opinion, whether you're twelve or twenty two, I highly recommend them!!

Reviewed in India on October 12, 2018

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As always with Rowling's books, I loved Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban! JK Rowling's words have a curious habit of coming to life, and her characters are funny, and realistic. One of the greatest things about Harry Potter, is that they improve with each book, and you can clearly glimpse the clever, intricate plot Rowling has wove, with cleverly placed foreshadowing and seemingly innocent hints.

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Djilly L.

A much darker story but a fabulous read with a little something for everyone

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on June 12, 2019

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In this book, as Harry approaches adolescence the tone changes. And we get a more interesting, but also more complex and darker story.

Unlike the static characters in other books or series, Harry is getting older, and getting less stable emotionally. The book still appeals to both children and adults but it involves some horror creatures, Dementors and there is lot of focus on Harry’s parents' deaths.

The great thing for children is that the familiar, relatable characters are being brought to life and come across as very realistic. Harry’s friendship with Ron and Hermione takes a different direction in this instalment. Hermione is being forced to make tough choices that impact Harry but Ron in particular. With who she is in constant disagreement. But the book also has an exceptionally strong set of secondary characters like Professor Lupin, the Defense Against the Dark Arts teacher, a great new character that hides a big hairy secret. Then there is Professor Trelawney for Divination studies. While Hagrid displays his love of all magical creatures. Professor Snape remains enigmatic so that you continue to question his true motives. Cedric Diggory and Cho Chang, who play important roles in later books of the series are introduced as well

The book has are many fun, unexpected and exciting plot points. Many elements in this story are not what they appear at first sight, take for example Sirius Black a prison escapee, who is believed to have betrayed Harry’s parents. The mystery of Lord Voldemort murder of Harry's parents is increasingly central and new details are revealed. And the climax was exhilarating and intense.

Our daughter had to be forced to put the book down. And when pushed for favourites, Prisoner of Azkaban is her favourite Harry Potter book, if not among all the books she has read.

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SSylwia

i have all 7 books now

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on May 10, 2020

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Everyone knows a bit about Harry Potter so I will focus here not on the contents of the book but on the quality of this book as a product.
The book is a present for my child that loves Harry Potter and has seen all the films, but now when she is older (10 years old) she wants to read all the books too. I was between buying a full set with the box that is more expensive or buying separate books from this company - cheaper option especially that this book came in an offer.
I have ordered book 1 and 2 to check if it is worth it.
I am very happy to say that it is and now I have all 7 books for £30.
The set looks great and I am very happy with my buy
The books are:
- good size that can be held by a child or adult for a long time
- weight - this version has a paper cover and light weight pages so the book is on the lighter side and good for kids
- paper quality and the colour are good. The books that I bought had all their pages, the bonding is holding them in and does not feel like they will fall out any time soon
- size and spaces between the words is very comfortable for my eyes and I can read it without glasses
- illustration that is on the cover is very nice and definitely in the Harry Potter style
- very good delivery time and I can have all 7 books for £30 with all the promotions I have got on them:)

I hope you will like my review, if you found it useful please hit ‘Helpful’. It will make my day:)XX

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Lisa J

Good budget version of the amazing story.

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on November 26, 2019

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The book arrived next day good packaged (as amazon usually do).
In this review I will not be saying about the story, it is definetely amazing without doubts. I read the story years ago and now my 7 years old enjoy reading the book.
The book's quality is good, my little one give the book to her friend after she finished, and the book still was in very good condition. It is slightly boring for the little kids though as there are no any illustration ))
Thank you!

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Nathan

A gripping, detailed, page turner in the series.. a great addition and a lengthy detailed read.

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on August 10, 2015

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Well, I found myself writing a review after reading the second book in the series asking for something other than You Know Who visiting harry for a duel and well it certainty delivered. The book does of course mention You Know Who throughout the entire story but doesn't end in the similar way to book one and two in the series instead takes the reader on a very detailed list of events from the past.

Everything is not as it seems in this book and based on the plot is the best one in the series so far although I personally still enjoy the first book for the entire freshness the most. J.K. Rowling has a brilliant way of writing novels that have all the hints in-front of your face and the plot is still not obvious until you're reading the end of the novel. I found myself at multiple times throughout reading the twisting plot in this book eyes literally widened in anticipation at what was going to happen next and that brings me on to the next point.

This book is a definite page turner, I picked this book up in the early afternoon and haven't put it down since, well, not a constant read of course but several chapters at a time finding myself in night time finishing the read and writing this review. I just simply couldn't put it down, page after page the story unfolded and events unraveled.

The plot is so well written that this book really has a story and a meaning to it personally I felt like the first two books where more of a begging to end novel where by Harry defeated You Know Who time and time again, well if not defeated somehow coming out on alive on the other side after his unfortunate encounters. The ending to this one leaves open questions but reiterates my point above that all is not as it seems at first glance in this novel.

The only negative, sigh, there's always one, was the ending length for me. In comparison to the first two endings they came quickly and with a moderate amount of readable detail for me to understand what was going on all in one go, it may have been how much reading I had done today that made me of this opinion but without spoiling the ending to this novel at one point it goes into great detail about the past, while that is all I can say I feel that this detail was a lightly of a lengthy read and therefore threw my mind of course and wandering as I read page after page of detail attempting to take it all in, in one go. Although on the contrary the novel pulls itself together and takes Harry and Heroine on a very unique and unexpected adventure just before the end of term to round off the plot, a very unique and unexpected ending, very, very well done.

Talking of the end of term and plots this book also drops hints and fits nicely into the next book in the chapter, although the length and amount of reading I've done in this one shall leave me waiting a few days before continuing the adventure. I eagerly await the adventures that Harry, Hermoine and Ron shall be taken on during their fourth year and throughout the holidays.

I would defiantly re-read this book and would encourage anyone who felt, like I did, that despite the second one being a bit the of the same as the first this will defiantly give you a breath of fresh air and inspiration to continue to read the entire series.

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Writing at its best.

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on July 30, 2017

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J.K. Rowling is without doubt one of the best writers I have ever read. It is very difficult to put her series of Potter books down and this one is no exception. Even though I have seen all the films and enjoyed them I have to say that the books are better than the films (and that takes some doing). Even if you have seen the films I would highly recommend that you read the books - all of them.

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Amey Hickin

Used hardback - Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on March 11, 2020

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Original harry potter and the prisoner of azkaban 1999. Used hardback copy is as discribed and although edges are yellowed, however all pages and text are clearly readable and intact and there is NO damage at all. Fantastic buy for £2.99 from seller Britbooks LTD.

Third installment of the Harry Potter Series, Harry along with friends Ron and Hermione start their third year at Hogwarts school of Witchcraft and Wizardry. Who knows what will happen this year as a notoriously dark wizard has escaped from azkaban and is making his way to Hogwarts...but why? And for who?

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Aimee Kelly

Love this book!

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on August 10, 2017

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Love rereading the Harry Potter series but this is one of my favourites. We're introduced to Hogsmeade and more of the magical world. We learn more about Harry's family's friends and things like the Knight bus. All round good book for HP fans 😊

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Sean

Modern classics of fantasy storytelling

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on June 2, 2015

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As a teenager growing up around the same age as Harry Potter did in the films (when each of them came out), I found the stories both in the films and books (once I got round to reading them) highly imaginative, relatable in many ways and compelling reading. The books of course have a great deal more story and background information than the films could ever include, which makes the books even more enjoyable to read again and again. Like the characters, the books mature over the series and change from being predominantly for children to young adults; but the popularity of these books have shown how they can be enjoyed by people of all ages.

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MRSB12

Brilliant

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on January 18, 2020

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Son wanted to have his own set of HP books and at the moment they are in a good deal of 2 for £7. I had bought 2 in our local supermarket but they didn't have the others so checked on Amazon which were also doing the deal and managed to get the other 5 to complete the set. Brilliantly written books for any age.

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Bear

Dark, full of twists, great new characters, brilliant

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on August 17, 2015

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The third book in the Harry Potter series, and things take a decidedly dark path as the students return to Hogwarts. An escaped murderer is on the loose and seems intent on getting into Hogwarts, but why? A story full of twists and turns this is definitely one of my favourite Harry Potter books and one that reveals a lot more of the background prior to the books. The new characters are fantastic as we see the introduction of Sirius Black, Remus Lupin and Professor Trelawney. This really is a clever plot as JK Rowling goes from strength to strength.

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Love it!

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on December 12, 2016

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Bought it for my kids. No need to review the great HP series, so this is about the quality of the book not the story.
A nice standard paperback book, it has 450+ pages.
The bind of the book (which holds all the pages together) is nice and tough. Even after going through 2 cycles of reading it is still in a very good shape.. :)

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The best Harry Potter book!

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on October 7, 2012

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This is by far the best Harry Potter book.

It still has the innocence, discovery and comedy of the earlier two books but JK Rowling is more settled and self-assured in her writing.

The plot surrounding Harry's godfather Sirius Black's escape from Azkaban runs along nicely until Rowling introduces time travel and then BAM!!! Effects of the time travel are cleverly littered throughout the book before the time travel actually happens. When you do eventually travel back in time it's incredibly gripping.

You cannot reread a Harry Potter book without unfortunately comparing it with the film. There are differences between the two; things have been left out of and added to the film. Both are masterful efforts of children's story writing and film making.

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James McGrory

Giveaway!

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on July 11, 2018

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The Amazon book-recycling programme is a boon to hungry readers, finding their "habit" hard to satisfy in a world of soaring book prices!
World of Books is and excellent exemplar - providing excellent quality/condition books, at giveaway prices, and with immediate delivery!
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Raq

ABSOLUTELY AMAZING, A PAGE TURNER NO DOUBT

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on April 19, 2020

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Harry Potter and the prince of the Azkaban was definitely my favourite of the series. An introduction to many great characters such as: Professor Lupin, Cedric Diggory, Sirius Black, Cho Chang etc. It was a story great for both adults and kids, once I started reading I couldn't put it down.

As we all know J.K Rowling is a FANTASTIC writer and she really shows it in this particular book. I recommend it NO DOUBT and hope that everyone else enjoys it as much as I did !!!

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