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“When Filch wasn't guarding the scene of the crime, he was skulking red-eyed through the corridors, lunging out at unsuspecting students and trying to put them in detention for things like "breathing loudly" and "looking happy.”

Quote by J. K. Rowling

Book:Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets

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Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets

In this second book of the Harry Potter series, Harry Potter returns to Hogwarts for his second year, where he encounters new challenges, including the reappearance of a dangerous creature known as the Basilisk and the discovery of a hidden chamber in the school. As Harry and his friends Ron Weasley and Hermione Granger delve deeper into the mystery, they uncover a dark past and a sinister plot that threatens the entire wizarding world. more

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J.K. Rowling is a renowned British author, born on July 31, 1965. She gained worldwide fame for her Harry Potter series, which achieved immense success in various forms, including books, movies, video games, and theme parks. Rowling's works are celebrated for their rich imagination, profound themes, and unique narrative style. more

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