Book description
Okay, real talk: if you haven't heard Chamber of Secrets as an audiobook yet, you're missing out on pure magic. Seriously. J.K. Rowling's second trip to Hogwarts isn't just a great story-it's made for listening. You can feel Harry's frustration with the Dursleys through the narrator's voice, like when he's practically vibrating with relief at the thought of Hogwarts. And then... Dobby shows up. That little creature's voice? Chef's kiss. You'll hear the panic in his squeaky warnings ("Harry Potter, he must not go back!") and it's instantly chilling. You're already bracing for disaster, and it hits you right in the chest.
The mystery here? Chef's kiss. The whole school's buzzing, students turning to stone, and you're glued to the story, trying to guess who's behind it. Is it Malfoy? Hagrid? Harry himself? The audiobook makes the suspense feel personal. You hear the whispers in the hallway, the nervous chatter in the Great Hall, and the narrator's pacing is perfect-slow enough to savor the tension, fast enough when the action kicks in (looking at you, the basilisk attack scene). You'll be leaning forward, whispering "No way" under your breath.
But honestly? The real star is the voice acting. The narrator nails every character without overdoing it. Malfoy's sneer? Spot on. Hagrid's gentle rumble? You feel the warmth. Even the ghost in the bathroom, Moaning Myrtle, gets that perfect, mournful tone that makes you want to hug her. And the sound design? Subtle but chef's kiss-that low, creepy hum when the Chamber's involved, the shink of the diary opening... it's immersive without being distracting.
What's amazing is how the audiobook makes you feel like you're back at Hogwarts, not just reading about it. You're sitting in the common room, hearing Ron and Hermione argue over the mystery, or feeling the chill of the Chamber's depths. It's not just a story-it's a world you step into. And Rowling's humor? It lands so much better out loud. That bit where Dobby's trying to stop Harry and just keeps saying "Squeak!"? You'll be laughing out loud. It's pure, unadulterated joy.
If you're a Potterhead, this isn't just a sequel-it's a must-listen that deepens everything you love about the series. And if you're new to Harry, this audiobook's the perfect gateway. It's got all the wonder, the scares, and the heart you need to fall in love with Hogwarts all over again. Trust me: press play, close your eyes, and let the magic take over. You'll be so glad you did. No cap.
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Playing a wide variety of audio formats
Works on all devices with iOS 13 and newer
Huge amount of features for a small price
Frequent updates to add new features and improve existing ones
Advanced playback controls
Live sound processing
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice and noise reduction
Translated into more than 20 languages
If you love listening to fiction audiobooks, ListenBook has features to make the process easier.
Edit book data: title, author, cover
Use equalizer to make the sound comfortable for you
Adjust the playback speed
Enjoy dark and light app themes
Supported formats: MP3, M4B, AWB, FLAC, OGG audio files and many more (must be DRM free)
Auto-Bookmarks make it easy to find your place
AirPlay support allows redirection of audio output.
VoiceOver support
Dark mode for night owls
Convenient bookmarking system helps you mark the most important places.
Unlimited bookmarks for each audiobook
Put your own cover on the wager
Share your audiobook with friends
Lock-screen control
Customise app with extensive options
Sleep timer with shake to reset, set custom notification sounds, and a few unique options
Auto rewind depending on paused time, customize rewind times to your liking
Removing background noise from recordings made in classrooms and meetings
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice for a better listening experience