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The first third was quite boring though interspersed with amusing anecdotes. The book didn't get going until the Chamber of Secrets was mentioned for the first time. From that moment on, the book was much better, though still a bit too drawn out. And considering that almost everything that happened in the book could've been avoided if the children had stopped lying/keeping secrets and told the truth - especially when specifically asked... Or maybe I'm just way too old and grumpy, could be.
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I once rated this four stars. I take it back. It's Harry fucking Potter. For worldbuilding alone they all get five stars. Also I'm an emotive reader, and I can't not give credence to the immediate familiar joy that comes from remembering all the amazing little details as I encounter them again. Every time I open one of these books it's like coming home.
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I liked the movie better. Fair read.
Oct 14, 2007
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