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Fantasy · Young adult

Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets

by J. K. Rowling

Bestseller: about 77 million copies (estimate)

4.2 out of 5, from 6,983 ratings from Hardcover readers

In his second year at Hogwarts, Harry hears a voice in the walls as students are found frozen. Rumours spread of a hidden chamber and a monster, and he and his friends try to find who is behind it.

Facts last checked 2026-10-16

First published
1998
Pace
Fast
Length
Medium
Pages
341
Format
Book 2 of 7 in Harry Potter
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Read this if you like a school mystery with cosy humour, creepy set pieces and clues that pay off.

Skip this if you haven't read the first book, since it leans on that setup.

The feel

Content warnings

  • Prejudice

Also reported by Hardcover readers:

  • Violence
  • Animal cruelty
  • Child abuse
  • Body horror
  • Blood
  • Vomit
  • Animal death
  • Kidnapping
  • Cursing
  • Abuse

Quick answers about Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets

What is Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets about?
In his second year at Hogwarts, Harry hears a voice in the walls as students are found frozen. Rumours spread of a hidden chamber and a monster, and he and his friends try to find who is behind it.
Who should read Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets?
Read it if you like a school mystery with cosy humour, creepy set pieces and clues that pay off. Skip it if you haven't read the first book, since it leans on that setup.
How long and how fast is Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets?
It is a fast-paced, medium read of about 341 pages, first published in 1998.
Does Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets have content warnings?
Content we flag: Prejudice.
Can I borrow Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets for free?
Often, yes. Check Libby (OverDrive) to see whether your library lends Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets; the borrow button above searches it for you.
What should I read after Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets?
Readers who liked it often move on to Coraline, The Golden Compass, A Wizard of Earthsea.

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