Harry Potter is obviously a classic to many readers. Although, having said that many people state they do not like it believe the writing is poor, they don't like the characters or they don''t like all the hype about it. I don't agree, but I am not here to make an argument; that is just my opinion.

For me readings these books reminds me of when I was growing up and how my favourite past-time used to be escaping into another world full of wonder and mystery.
(I have to admit, fantasy books are still my favourite kind of read because I love everything that is different from this world.)
I think these books still offer fabulous potential for children and really encourage them to be adventurous and offer crazy, wonderful events in a world so different from our own.

The great thing about the version of this book that I just read was that it was illustrated. To me this just makes it so much more exciting and interesting for children. For those who are a little bit younger, but should still get the full, fun experience of Harry Potter. They can see the beautiful illustrations and the funny ways in which the characters are drawn as they are actually described. It was great to see Gilderoy Lockhart not as some 'beautiful' actor--I put beautiful in inverted commas because I absolutely loathe Kenneth Branagh--but they see him as some silly, rather slow and somebody who stages all of their life. The illustrations for me really reflected the true characters. For all adult Harry Potter fans I truly recommend these books, not only are they a great reason to re-read Harry Potter but they are accompanied by breath-taking illustrations.

In regards to the plot line in Chamber of Secrets I had forgotten so many small details that were just a little bit different from the movies. I really enjoyed this story-line and I think it made me realise how much I have underrated Chamber of Secrets in the past. There are so many elements in this book that are developing; relationships between characters are blossoming, overarching plot lines are thickening and the real sense and feel of Hogwarts just emerges as this truly thrilling place.

Overall, I really found my love again for Harry Potter--not that I ever really lost it--and the beautiful pictures only added to that experience.