10 Best Books Like Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets

If you loved Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets by J.K. Rowling, here are the most similar books our readers recommend.

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Fantasy4.81999352 pages

When students at Hogwarts begin turning to stone and messages appear warning of the Chamber of Secrets being opened, Harry Potter finds himself accused of being the heir of Slytherin responsible for the attacks. As fear grips the school and the mystery deepens, Harry must uncover the truth behind the legendary chamber and face whatever ancient evil lurks within before more students fall victim to its terror.

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Detailed Recommendations

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The Red Pyramid cover

The Red Pyramid

Start of Kane Chronicles series

by Rick Riordan

4.72010516 pages

Why you'll love it:

This fantasy shares a adventurous and urgent tone that will resonate with Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets fans.

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The Iron Trial

Start of Magisterium series

by Holly Black and Cassandra Clare

4.02014295 pages

Why you'll love it:

This fantasy shares a darkly adventurous tone that will resonate with Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets fans.

Quick Comparison: Books Like Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets

BookAuthorRatingYearPagesBest For
The School for Good and Evil📚 Series starterSoman Chainani4.02013488Start a new series
The Son of Neptune: The Graphic NovelRick Riordan02017Similar vibes
Percy Jackson and the Lightning Thief📚 Series starterRick Riordan4.72013400Start a new series
The Red Pyramid📚 Series starterRick Riordan4.72010516Start a new series
Keeper of the Lost Cities📚 Series starterShannon Messenger4.42012496Start a new series
The Iron Trial📚 Series starterHolly Black and Cassandra Clare4.02014295Start a new series
The Wishing Spell (The Land of Stories)Chris Colfer4.32012Similar vibes
On the Edge of the Dark Sea of DarknessAndrew Peterson4.72020285Similar vibes
Half Upon a TimeJames Riley4.62010401Similar vibes
The Dragonet Prophecy (Wings of Fire)📚 Series starterTui T. Sutherland4.72012336Start a new series

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Frequently Asked Questions

What books are most similar to Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets?

The most similar books to Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets are The School for Good and Evil, The Son of Neptune: The Graphic Novel, Percy Jackson and the Lightning Thief.

What should I read after Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets?

After finishing Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets, readers most commonly pick up The School for Good and Evil next. Alternatively, you might enjoy more books by J.K. Rowling, such as Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix.

Who writes books like J.K. Rowling?

Authors similar to J.K. Rowling include Lisa McMann, Andrew Peterson, Erin Hunter, Jessica Townsend, Jasper Fforde.

What genre is Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets?

Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets is a Fantasy novel by J.K. Rowling, published in 1999. It features elements of Chosen One; Magic School; Found Family; Coming of Age; Good vs Evil.

How long is Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets?

Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets is 352 pages long.

About Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets

The summer after his first year at Hogwarts is worse than ever for Harry Potter. The Dursleys of Privet Drive are more horrible to him than ever before. And just when he thinks the endless summer vacation is over, a creature named Dobby the house-elf shows up issuing a grave warning to Harry not to go back to school or disaster will happen! Of course, Harry has to go back- and he does so in grand style, in a flying-car magicked by his friends Ron and Percy Weasley. But getting back to Hogwarts isn't the cure Harry expects it to be. Almost immediately a student is found turned to stone, and then another. And somehow Harry stands accused. Could Harry Potter be the long-feared heir of Slytherin?Harry and friends Hermione and Fred are stretched to their limits in a desperate fight against Draco Malfoy and his gang, the hideously stuck-up new professor Gilderoy Lockheart, the malevolent owner of the diary of Tom Riddle, giant spiders, and perhaps even...Hagrid!This is the book that proves J.K. Rowling is a talent that's here to stay!