Book Analysis: Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone by J.K. Rowling

Harry lives with his new family for ten years, where he is treated less than favorably.

where he is treated less than favorably.

My brain surprises even me sometimes

Ron and Hermione are not friends. As classmates, they know each other, but do not seem to get along. Instead, Hermione suffers for her strong character; Harry and Ron do not appreciate her brainy side (“‘Everyone see here, Miss Granger's done it!’ Ron was in a very bad mood by the end of the class.”), nor her habit of lecturing them.

not seem to get along.

On the one hand, his scar and the curse cast upon him by Voldemort dictate his existence: he is famous in the wizarding world and is perceived by others to be a survivor.

Quirrell, facing the obstacle before him, did just as well in grabbing the silver key.