Class: VIII- A
Name of book: Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban
Name of Author : J.K. ROWLING
Summary: Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban follows Harry Potter’s third year at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. The story begins with news of Sirius Black, a notorious prisoner who has escaped from Azkaban. Believed to be a dangerous supporter of Voldemort, Sirius is thought to be hunting Harry.
As Harry returns to school, he encounters Dementors, Azkaban’s fearsome guards, who are stationed at Hogwarts for protection. Harry struggles with their presence, as they force him to relive his worst memories. Meanwhile, he learns to fend them off with the help of Professor Lupin, the new Defense Against the Dark Arts teacher.
The plot deepens when Harry discovers Sirius was falsely accused of betraying Harry’s parents to Voldemort. Instead, the true culprit is Peter Pettigrew, a former friend of Harry’s parents who faked his death and lived disguised as Ron’s pet rat. With the help of his friends Hermione and Ron, Harry uncovers the truth and helps Sirius escape injustice.
The story ends with Sirius on the run and Harry coming to terms with his complex family history, setting the stage for future battles against Voldemort. This book explores themes of friendship, betrayal, and the gray areas of morality.
