The story, in order.
A reading-order overview of the novels. Select your last completed book to hide later events.
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A letter changes everything
Harry learns that he is a wizard, meets Ron and Hermione, and begins his first year at Hogwarts.
Meet Harry Potter ↗A mystery beneath the school
A diary, a hidden chamber and a creature from Hogwarts’ past threaten the students.
Explore Riddle’s diary ↗The past is not what it seems
Sirius Black’s escape brings Harry into a story involving his father’s friends and a long-hidden betrayal.
Meet Sirius Black ↗The tournament and the return
Harry becomes an unexpected Triwizard champion. The final task leads to Voldemort’s return to a physical body.
Read about Voldemort ↗Learning to stand together
Harry and other students form Dumbledore’s Army as conflict grows between Hogwarts and the Ministry.
Find the Room of Requirement ↗Memories, secrets and Horcruxes
Dumbledore guides Harry through memories of Voldemort’s past, preparing him for the search ahead.
Read about Dumbledore ↗The last search
Harry, Ron and Hermione leave school to search for Horcruxes. Their journey ends with the Battle of Hogwarts.
Explore the sword of Gryffindor ↗