Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets

Hey look: second book is better. Characters have heart, nuances, and a little depth! And huh: I'm getting attached to quirky ghosts. And wow: I want to spend a year at Hogwarts, and partake in their lively celebrations. And say: I'm a little hooked. Maybe the writing's not stellar, maybe it's not the most imaginative modern fantasy, but I really, really want to keep reading.

Three points to... erm, three stars. Ahem.