Definitely agree that although Chamber of Secrets follows a similar “pattern” plot-wise to Philosophers Stone, it’s a darker and more gothic book. This was actually the first HP book I read (I bought it not realising the books should be read in a certain order), and when I later read Philosophers Stone I remember being surprised by how much lighter and more childish it was (though I still loved it). I’m glad you mentioned the Deathday Party; that was one of the more memorable parts of the book for me, and I can recall being disappointed that it wasn’t in the film.
The chamber of the secrets is my fav book in the series❤ the first book I read in the HP. I reread it earlier this year and I truly enjoyed it. Great review
Ah... I spy The Gormenghast Trilogy behind you; I adore those books (well, the first two...I'm not so much a fan of Titus Alone). I actually didn't read the HP series until a few years ago (so, well into adulthood); I was more about Tolkien, and The Series of Unfortunate Events (which actually reminds me a bit of the tone and feel of the Gormenghast) around the time that the Harry Potter books were still being released. That being said-- as someone who is a die hard Tolkien fan and a sucker for a well-built fictional universe-- I was really captivated by the universe that Rowling created, and I was very impressed by the level of detail, and just cleverness, of her world-building.
The Gormenghast trilogy is fantastic (well, I haven't read the third, but the first two make for an excellent duology all on their own). I really enjoyed unfortunate events growing up. I might take a look at them once I'm done with Harry Potter.
@@JoshuaJClarkeKelsall Part of the reason that I liked it so much is that it built so much anticipation for the final book. It was so dark and mysterious and almost like an old fashioned mystery, kind of Wilkie Collins-esque. I was a bit disappointed in The Deathly Hallows; I don't think it lived up to the promise of The Half Blood Prince.
I've never read Harry Potter but that didn't stop me from clicking as soon as I saw your new vid! Very informative and instructive! Love!
Haha you should give them a go some day :)
Definitely agree that although Chamber of Secrets follows a similar “pattern” plot-wise to Philosophers Stone, it’s a darker and more gothic book. This was actually the first HP book I read (I bought it not realising the books should be read in a certain order), and when I later read Philosophers Stone I remember being surprised by how much lighter and more childish it was (though I still loved it). I’m glad you mentioned the Deathday Party; that was one of the more memorable parts of the book for me, and I can recall being disappointed that it wasn’t in the film.
I also thought it was scary as a kid especially the film. With the blood on the wall...great review!
Yes, it ranks second right after HBP for me. I dont understand when ppl say it was the weakest book.
Really enjoyed the review, specifically the part where you point out the world building progress across the books.
The chamber of the secrets is my fav book in the series❤ the first book I read in the HP. I reread it earlier this year and I truly enjoyed it. Great review
It's a great book. :)
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Ah... I spy The Gormenghast Trilogy behind you; I adore those books (well, the first two...I'm not so much a fan of Titus Alone).
I actually didn't read the HP series until a few years ago (so, well into adulthood); I was more about Tolkien, and The Series of Unfortunate Events (which actually reminds me a bit of the tone and feel of the Gormenghast) around the time that the Harry Potter books were still being released. That being said-- as someone who is a die hard Tolkien fan and a sucker for a well-built fictional universe-- I was really captivated by the universe that Rowling created, and I was very impressed by the level of detail, and just cleverness, of her world-building.
The Gormenghast trilogy is fantastic (well, I haven't read the third, but the first two make for an excellent duology all on their own).
I really enjoyed unfortunate events growing up. I might take a look at them once I'm done with Harry Potter.
@@JoshuaJClarkeKelsall that would be really cool! I might have to re-read them myself then; would be a nice exercise in nostalgia, if nothing else 😊
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Definitely one of the better books, so rich and full of world building (although the Half Blood Prince is my favourite).
Half-Blood Prince is a book I only actually read once. I'm looking forward to reading it again when I get there.
@@JoshuaJClarkeKelsall Part of the reason that I liked it so much is that it built so much anticipation for the final book. It was so dark and mysterious and almost like an old fashioned mystery, kind of Wilkie Collins-esque. I was a bit disappointed in The Deathly Hallows; I don't think it lived up to the promise of The Half Blood Prince.
Order of the pheonix was the best because we see a different side to Harry !
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Please, forgive me! but: I prefer the Wizard Of Oz over Harry Potter! 😅
Nothing wrong with that!
Book 2 is by far my favourite (even if I don't rate JK Rowling as a serious writer).