I would not take out or change a single thing in Manacled. Yes, it is a very long worth reading book. I feel that Everything in this book is needed for you to understand the characters better. The situations that they have to deal with and the choices they have to make. This book is breathtaking. It's so beautifully written. ❤
omgg girl i’m so here for this i got maybe 10 chapters into manacled? and i just couldn’t commit to reading the whole thing it seemed so insane so thank u LOL
omg thank you so much for making this video !! i was so invested the whole time. i knew about this book a while ago but i just felt like i would never get to finished it. i’m definitely watching the part 2 tomorrow !! btw omg this was devastating like i was shock i wasn’t expecting this at all, i’m very intrigued about what’s gonna happen next (sorry if any of my writing is incorrect btw, i’m not a native speaker)
Thank you so much for this, I was too scared to read it but very curious. Your explanation is so interesting and well thought out. Love the quotes as well. Thank you!!!!!
Came across this video after a lot of the reviews I was watching were too critical and I didn’t want it to be to critical!! I finished reading manacled after I wanted to get back into reading and briefly remembered everyone talking about it on tiktok. I tried to explain it to one of my friends but she hadnt even read Harry Potter at all so it didn’t make sense to her and after my 10 minutes of voice memos explaining she was too confused 🤣 We turned on this video and it automatically felt like another girl in the friend group was explaining it perfectly. The rhythm you explained everything was so comfortable and I loved your takes on it all. I’m still trying to get over the manacled hangover 🤕 🤞🏻 Wish me luck! And you gained another subscriber ❤
Omg thank you so much! That’s exactly how I wanted the video to come across. Like we’re just friends talking. I’m happy you enjoyed it 🫶🏼💝 sending you love & good luck on your book hangover 😭
thank u so much for this!!! i need part 2 asap cause ive just started to read it again after taking a few months break. i was in the middle of reading the flashbacks (im on flashback 17) and i cant remember the beginning of the flashbacks for the life of me 😭
I've never been into Harry Potter, I had a brief phase where I watched the movies but since I never read the books I know I'm super uninitiated. But this is soooooo interesting. We love quality fan fic.. ❤
Hi there! I just wanted to thank you for this video. I very rarely leave comments on anything, but I figured I should drop one on this. About a couple of months ago, I grabbed lunch with an old friend from university, and we started talking about books we've been reading since we last saw each other (which was more than a year at that point). She then started talking about HP fanfiction, and was raving about Manacled. For some context, I'm a guy who's not really into fanfiction. I mostly read "boring" stuff like the shit that would be in a high school or university curriculum (much to my friend's disappointment lol). I'm also admittedly not the biggest HP fan. I read the books when they were at the height of their popularity and I watched the movies, but I've stopped engaging with the franchise after that. However, while I will likely not read SenLinYu's work, I did promise my friend that I'll at least watch a synopsis or a literary analysis of it. I then completely forgot about that promise until about a month ago. I was listening to my Spotify playlist at work, and Kendrick's Not Like Us came up (I got pretty invested in the beef, as Kendrick's one of my GOATs). Out of everything that could've reminded me of my promise, it was Kendrick's line in the third verse (about chains/slaves/Atlanta) that made me remember about Manacled lmao, so I figured I should look for a video online about it. I randomly picked this video because I figured that a 1 hour analysis was a good enough summary of the first few sections of the fanfic. However, I started getting a bit invested halfway through this first video, so I just said fuck it and watched your Parts 2 and 3 videos as well. Anyway, your three videos were a delight to watch. The way you've enthusiastically described Manacled must mean SenLinYu did the HP universe justice with their work. Also, it's really cool that The Handmaid's Tale was a huge inspiration for Manacled (as a Canadian, Margaret Atwood is one of our best exports). I really appreciate the efforts you've taken to summarize and express your thoughts on Manacled. Also, I sincerely apologize for the long comment! I am also going to preemptively apologize now if I end up posting another long-ass comment in the future. Thanks again, and I hope that you're having a wonderful day!
THANK YOU SO MUCH. I appreciate it & please don't apologize. I love a long comment. TEAM KENDRICK ALL THE WAY 😂 SenLinYu shocked us all when she released this book, & I'm glad you enjoyed the story as much as me. ❤
Thank you! If my friend ends up talking about another book (or fanfic, or BookTok recommendation), I'll be sure to go through your videos to see if you've covered it. As an aside, I just saw that you did a video on high school English books. I'm looking forward to hearing your thoughts on those books, as some of them (e.g. TKAM, East of Eden) are on my all-time list - fingers crossed that you liked them hahahaha
I feel like one of the only people who didn't like this book. The characters were ruined and I couldn't suspend my disbelief. It'd be better as an original story. Amazing videos!
In case you haven’t heard, Manacled is officially getting turned into a real published standalone book called Alchemised! It’s planned to release in 2025. Follow the author for more info. I’m personally very curious to how it’s going to get turned into a standalone thing since the HP world and magic system and lore are such a huge part of the plot of the book - I’ll definitely be buying it when it gets published. Look into it when it comes out; the writing and arc and plot are genuinely SO well-made that if you’re caught up on the “fan fiction” of it all and can’t get immersed, give the standalone a shot!
@McGheeBentle I have and I'm so excited to read it! I've never been a fanfic person and I often think back on when I read this and I was never a fanfic person so it wasn't for me so my poor review doesn't reflect on the work. I'm anticipating Alchemized
I cannot remember that in any of the books it was said you really need to want it when you use avada kedrava. Bellatrix says that about crucio...where did I miss that information?
i've never read the harry potter books or even watched the movies(ik ik it's just something that never peaked my interest) , i tried reading manaclad last year and dnfed it multiple times but i am always here to watch a diemmi video!!! ( i will definitely give another try once i will watch the entire 3 videos) love the video girl
Oh, you should definitely read it before watching these videos. You can’t spoil it for yourself. It really is that good it can be dark but it’s just so well written, and the story is just so good.
"They're able to have that filler because these authors release their books per chapter per week." Most of us are out here waiting months between chapter releases for some of the best-written fic.
I would not take out or change a single thing in Manacled. Yes, it is a very long worth reading book. I feel that Everything in this book is needed for you to understand the characters better. The situations that they have to deal with and the choices they have to make. This book is breathtaking. It's so beautifully written. ❤
I’ve been dying for someone to give a deep dive like this, i can’t wait for part 2 of your deep dive 🥳
9:25 Umbridge doesn't bring her meals, they just appear at random times. She hasn't heard a sound or seen light in 16 months
Umbridge is a tw*t.
I never liked fanfiction, but I was very impressed on how good it was. It read like an actual book.
omgg girl i’m so here for this i got maybe 10 chapters into manacled? and i just couldn’t commit to reading the whole thing it seemed so insane so thank u LOL
omg thank you so much for making this video !! i was so invested the whole time. i knew about this book a while ago but i just felt like i would never get to finished it. i’m definitely watching the part 2 tomorrow !!
btw omg this was devastating like i was shock i wasn’t expecting this at all, i’m very intrigued about what’s gonna happen next
(sorry if any of my writing is incorrect btw, i’m not a native speaker)
Thank you so much for this, I was too scared to read it but very curious. Your explanation is so interesting and well thought out. Love the quotes as well. Thank you!!!!!
Thank you for watching 🫶🏼
Came across this video after a lot of the reviews I was watching were too critical and I didn’t want it to be to critical!! I finished reading manacled after I wanted to get back into reading and briefly remembered everyone talking about it on tiktok.
I tried to explain it to one of my friends but she hadnt even read Harry Potter at all so it didn’t make sense to her and after my 10 minutes of voice memos explaining she was too confused 🤣
We turned on this video and it automatically felt like another girl in the friend group was explaining it perfectly. The rhythm you explained everything was so comfortable and I loved your takes on it all.
I’m still trying to get over the manacled hangover 🤕 🤞🏻
Wish me luck! And you gained another subscriber ❤
Omg thank you so much! That’s exactly how I wanted the video to come across. Like we’re just friends talking. I’m happy you enjoyed it 🫶🏼💝 sending you love & good luck on your book hangover 😭
thank u so much for this!!! i need part 2 asap cause ive just started to read it again after taking a few months break. i was in the middle of reading the flashbacks (im on flashback 17) and i cant remember the beginning of the flashbacks for the life of me 😭
It's great! I have never seen such a deep analysis! Keep it up!
Wow thank you so much for making this video. I was gaggggggged. This felt like we are friends just ranting about fanfics 😂
I can't wait for part two!
I was waiting for your new video today only and it came ! Idk why, but seeing you rant about books is my comfort therapy !😂❤
💝💝💝
Thank You!!! I was waiting for someone to do this book
This is amazing! I'm waiting for part 2
I've never been into Harry Potter, I had a brief phase where I watched the movies but since I never read the books I know I'm super uninitiated. But this is soooooo interesting. We love quality fan fic.. ❤
Hi there!
I just wanted to thank you for this video. I very rarely leave comments on anything, but I figured I should drop one on this.
About a couple of months ago, I grabbed lunch with an old friend from university, and we started talking about books we've been reading since we last saw each other (which was more than a year at that point). She then started talking about HP fanfiction, and was raving about Manacled.
For some context, I'm a guy who's not really into fanfiction. I mostly read "boring" stuff like the shit that would be in a high school or university curriculum (much to my friend's disappointment lol). I'm also admittedly not the biggest HP fan. I read the books when they were at the height of their popularity and I watched the movies, but I've stopped engaging with the franchise after that.
However, while I will likely not read SenLinYu's work, I did promise my friend that I'll at least watch a synopsis or a literary analysis of it.
I then completely forgot about that promise until about a month ago. I was listening to my Spotify playlist at work, and Kendrick's Not Like Us came up (I got pretty invested in the beef, as Kendrick's one of my GOATs). Out of everything that could've reminded me of my promise, it was Kendrick's line in the third verse (about chains/slaves/Atlanta) that made me remember about Manacled lmao, so I figured I should look for a video online about it.
I randomly picked this video because I figured that a 1 hour analysis was a good enough summary of the first few sections of the fanfic. However, I started getting a bit invested halfway through this first video, so I just said fuck it and watched your Parts 2 and 3 videos as well.
Anyway, your three videos were a delight to watch. The way you've enthusiastically described Manacled must mean SenLinYu did the HP universe justice with their work. Also, it's really cool that The Handmaid's Tale was a huge inspiration for Manacled (as a Canadian, Margaret Atwood is one of our best exports).
I really appreciate the efforts you've taken to summarize and express your thoughts on Manacled. Also, I sincerely apologize for the long comment! I am also going to preemptively apologize now if I end up posting another long-ass comment in the future. Thanks again, and I hope that you're having a wonderful day!
THANK YOU SO MUCH. I appreciate it & please don't apologize. I love a long comment. TEAM KENDRICK ALL THE WAY 😂 SenLinYu shocked us all when she released this book, & I'm glad you enjoyed the story as much as me. ❤
Thank you! If my friend ends up talking about another book (or fanfic, or BookTok recommendation), I'll be sure to go through your videos to see if you've covered it.
As an aside, I just saw that you did a video on high school English books. I'm looking forward to hearing your thoughts on those books, as some of them (e.g. TKAM, East of Eden) are on my all-time list - fingers crossed that you liked them hahahaha
I love this story so much thank you for making a video on it to help me recover from my post read depression lol
I have not read or watched handmaids tale and I loved Manacled! I don’t feel like I missed out at all.
Another great video i refuse to read these books when your reviews are this fire 😂😂😂😂
I read it in 5 days. Didn't realize it was that long 😅😅
There are 77 chapters in all.
I feel like one of the only people who didn't like this book. The characters were ruined and I couldn't suspend my disbelief. It'd be better as an original story. Amazing videos!
In case you haven’t heard, Manacled is officially getting turned into a real published standalone book called Alchemised! It’s planned to release in 2025. Follow the author for more info. I’m personally very curious to how it’s going to get turned into a standalone thing since the HP world and magic system and lore are such a huge part of the plot of the book - I’ll definitely be buying it when it gets published. Look into it when it comes out; the writing and arc and plot are genuinely SO well-made that if you’re caught up on the “fan fiction” of it all and can’t get immersed, give the standalone a shot!
@McGheeBentle I have and I'm so excited to read it! I've never been a fanfic person and I often think back on when I read this and I was never a fanfic person so it wasn't for me so my poor review doesn't reflect on the work. I'm anticipating Alchemized
Give me more RIGHT NOW PLEASEEEE
I cannot remember that in any of the books it was said you really need to want it when you use avada kedrava. Bellatrix says that about crucio...where did I miss that information?
It was too dark for my taste but thanks for the video I was really curious about the plot
i've never read the harry potter books or even watched the movies(ik ik it's just something that never peaked my interest) , i tried reading manaclad last year and dnfed it multiple times but i am always here to watch a diemmi video!!! ( i will definitely give another try once i will watch the entire 3 videos)
love the video girl
Oh, you should definitely read it before watching these videos. You can’t spoil it for yourself. It really is that good it can be dark but it’s just so well written, and the story is just so good.
@@lizzystar5346 thanks i'll definitely read it soon
Listen to the stephen fry HP audiobooks theyre so good
What chapter did you end with??
chapter 25! The end of the present day. Part 2 is coming soon & it's gonna be the flashbacks
Manacled is book class apart. ❤
"They're able to have that filler because these authors release their books per chapter per week." Most of us are out here waiting months between chapter releases for some of the best-written fic.