I know personally there have been many times where I have become so engrossed in a book that I completely lose awareness of my surroundings. Eventually, someone jolts me out of my daze and it takes me a second to realize that I've suddenly been transported back to the real world. I believe this is what Iser is speaking of when it comes to removing the "subject-object diversion that constitutes all perception." If written well, the reader is able to see some of the great workings of an author's mind.
I believe both Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone and Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets are capable of allowing the reader to suspend reality, but only if the audience allows it. Some people may not relate to the characters in the Harry Potter Series as well as others, but I truly believe that everyone can relate to one character or situation if they give it the chance. As a nine year old, reading the first two books gave me an escape and I fantasized about have great adventures just like Harry. I wanted a friend like Ron, I dreamed of being as wonderful a student as Hermione, and I wished to curse my Draco-like enemies. As I have re-read them recently as a college student, I still find that I relate to the characters, but in different ways. I now understand what it is like to live away from home and have roommates and can see some of Harry, Ron, and Hermione's interactions reflect my interactions with my roommates. For the older generation, I can see adults being able to connect with Mr. and Mrs. Weasley's love and support of their children as well as Harry's parents love and sacrifice for him. Like I mentioned before, I think there are many themes and characters that allow people of all ages to connect with the story and become one with JK Rowlings visions. They just have to give it a chance and allow themselves to see theses connections.
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