Originally read: 2002 
 Recent re-read: Oct 2016 
 I have read this book several times over the years. And it is still an all-time favorite. One of my favorites in the series. This book introduces two of my favorite characters: Remus Lupin and Sirius Black. We get to see the famous Hogsmeade, meet a hippogriff, view the Marauder's Map, laugh at Bogarts and fear the dementors. The dementors give me the chills every time I read about them. I absolutely love that Hagrid is a teacher now (even though he needs refinement)! Divination class had me as frustrated with it as Hermione was. Harry gets to learn more about his parents, especially his dad and his time at school. This book also really tests some friendships as well. I can never get enough!