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4.38 AVERAGE
4.38 AVERAGE
adventurous
mysterious
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
No
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
This is probably the worst Harry Potter book (because one of them has to be the worst) but it is still pretty fantastic. The audiobook read by Jim Dale is wonderful to listen to and I am continually impressed by all his perfectly distinct voices that give life to the characters (Lockhart is so loathesome!). The book is funny and dramatic and I will still give it five stars although I noticed a plot hole with this one I never thought about before. Regardless, what a wonderful series, some nice development of Ginny and some other characters and I am happy there is so much more to come.
Spoiler
I understand that the basilisk traveled through pipes but how did it get from the pipes to the hallways and back again? Someone should have noticed gaping holes in the walls.
adventurous
hopeful
mysterious
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
adventurous
emotional
mysterious
reflective
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
This is my least-favorite of the Harry Potter series, which should say a lot, since I gave it four stars. It is a Harry Potter book, so it must be great, but the Chamber of Secrets part of the book just didn't draw me in as much as the climaxes of other books in the series did. Also, I didn't like Professor Lockhart.
Once again, I find myself saying that the movies didn’t do the books justice. There were so many hidden details that were left out of the movie that could’ve been added. I liked that Ginny had more representation in the book and because of the details that were revealed, I got to see how everything played out. The one thing that had me thinking was how you get to see how obsessed Voldemort was with Harry. He was obsessed with killing him and watching him die. It was almost comical to see this villain thwart his own plans to become the greatest sorcerer ever.
Finally, I like that the Weasleys got more attention in this book. I liked that interaction between all the siblings including Harry and just how close Harry is to the family. Looking forward to more :)
Finally, I like that the Weasleys got more attention in this book. I liked that interaction between all the siblings including Harry and just how close Harry is to the family. Looking forward to more :)
adventurous
funny
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
4.25 ⭐️
Loved the whole story, but the plot convenience in the final battle somewhat took me out of the story. I know it’s a young boy and he’s suffered enough but everything just seemed to happen so easily for him. I had so many questions on why Dumbledore sent the phoenix and the sorting hat and not himself. Maybe there was something I missed, but I’m sure it would’ve helped Harry Potter defeat the snake and Tom Riddle sooner. Other than that, I had fun with this and looking forward to reading the rest of the series.
Loved the whole story, but the plot convenience in the final battle somewhat took me out of the story. I know it’s a young boy and he’s suffered enough but everything just seemed to happen so easily for him. I had so many questions on why Dumbledore sent the phoenix and the sorting hat and not himself. Maybe there was something I missed, but I’m sure it would’ve helped Harry Potter defeat the snake and Tom Riddle sooner. Other than that, I had fun with this and looking forward to reading the rest of the series.
This was another brilliant book by JK Rowling! I must say that this book is not one of my favourites in the series but I still absolutely LOVED it. She has so much talent in bringing all the small details to life. Even though the book is written about young children, I didn't feel it much while I was reading it as an adult. I felt just as absorbed and part of the journey. There is a lot that happens in this book and it is a thrilling ride. I can't wait to watch the movie again now! I had such a blast! This is a great book!!