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Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban
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Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban

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Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban is the third novel in the Harry Potter series by J.K. Rowling. The book continues the story of Harry Potter, a young wizard attending Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. In this installment, Harry learns more about his past and the dangerous wizard, Lord Voldemort, who murdered his parents.

Key plot points include the escape of Sirius Black, a prisoner from Azkaban, who is believed to be a threat to Harry. Harry also discovers more about his godfather, Sirius Black, and the truth behind his parents' deaths. The narrative delves into themes of loyalty, betrayal, and the complexities of the wizarding world. The book was published in 1999 and was met with critical acclaim, further cementing the series' popularity.123

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