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Book Review: Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets (Book 2)

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A deadly monster is prowling the halls of Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. During his second year there, Harry again confronts evil when students are turned to stone and his best friend's little sister disappears. Though she follows the formula of the first book, Rowling keeps readers caught in her magic spell with twists, turns, and nonstop excitement.

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Book Review: Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire (Book 4)

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Though too young at 14, wizard-in-training Harry Potter is mysteriously entered in the dangerous Triwizard Tournament. The long-awaited fourth installment in this historic series justifies every bit of the hype. Despite the book's length, the battle between Harry and his nemesis, the evil Lord Voldemort, keeps readers excitedly plowing on for hours through thrills, complex issues, and a richly imaginative vision.

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Movie Review: The Last Mimzy

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Quirky sci-fi adventure best for fantasy lovers.

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Review: TMNT

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Turtle power returns in routine kiddie adventure.

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Review: Are We Done Yet?

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Ice Cube's do-it-yourself sequel is too formulaic.

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Review: Firehouse Dog

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Equal parts dog adventure and father-son tale.

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Book Review: Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix (Book 5)

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Harry's summer break with the Dursley's is more wretched than usual in HARRY POTTER AND THE ORDER OF THE PHOENIX, the fifth installment in the most popular book series of all time. Not only are the Dursleys as despicable as ever (though Rowling drops a few intriguing hints that there may be more to Aunt Petunia than meets the eye), but dark forces are reaching out for Harry even in Little Whinging, the drab suburb that had seemed too ordinary for magic.

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Movie Review: Freedom Writers

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Familiar plot has a strong, inspirational message.

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Review: Wild Hogs

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Disneyfied 'Easy Rider' for the suburban set.

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Movie Review: The Jungle Book (animated)

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Jaunty animation meets jazzy songs in Disney classic.

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