

Ron owns the rat Scabbers, who later turns out to actually be Peter Pettigrew in disguise. He also becomes close to one of the Potters other friends, werewolf Remus Lupin.

In this installment he learns of the existence of his godfather, Sirius Black, and also how his parents were betrayed to Lord Voldemort. Harry is the protagonist of this novel, and of the series in general. This year Harry is up against murderer Sirius Black, and also learns more about his father's past.

043965548X preceded by Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets followed by Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban follows Harry's adventures in his third year at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry.
