User blog comment:JoePlay/Wizarding World Giveaway/@comment-4148232-20110714211822

Harry Potter submerges you into a world of magic and wonder. However, that is not the reason Harry Potter is so special to me and so many across the world. I think, in the beginning, the magic and sci-fi element is what absolutely amazes the mind, and befuddles the tongue in awe, and that's great! However, as time goes on, that element sort of fades into the background and becomes a supporting aspect of the tale. Harry Potter is truly a coming of age tale. It's about loss of innocence, prejudice and discrimination, friendship and lost love, which we can all relate to. We grew up with Harry, we came of age with Harry, and we lost our childhood innocence with Harry. We didn't feel alone. The intricacy and depth of these stories truly are mind-boggling; J.K. Rowling is a pure genius who has created this entire world of magic that she has so graciously allowed us to be a part of. Someone once said, Harry Potter isn't an obsession, it's a way of life. I couldn't agree more! Long live HP; it will be in our hearts forever!