I read the first book freshman year of college, so was a bit late to the game too, but man I loved it. I fell in love with the movies as well, but I agree--the books are my favorite. I may or may not have stood in line @ midnight @ Barnes & Noble to buy The Deathly Hallows😄. I was surrounded by parents & middle schoolers. I'm so glad your whole family got into HP, and I haven't been to the park😭.
Thanks for reading and I'm glad it reminded you of the magic!!