Michelle’s Comments (group member since Sep 19, 2013)

Michelle’s comments from the Nothing But Reading Challenges group.

Just popping in to say hi! Still in California for my daughter’s graduation trip. Sadly not getting much reading done but we are having a blast. Lots and lots of hiking.

Sassafrass wrote: "Chapter 6:

When Jim Dale says "Harry, Harry, Harry" in Professor Lockhart's voice, it's infuriating!! LOL"

Oh my gosh, I totally agree. He really drives home how annoying Lockhart is supposed to be.

Suzanne wrote: "Through Chapter 10 - [spoilers removed]"

Oh, I love West's transformation most of all! I had forgotten about (view spoiler)[the pig. That was just so appropriate for that unconventional household. And West is so caring of all the women. It's good that he was challenged by Devon to get involved. Just what he needed. I love that whole subplot. (hide spoiler)]

Oooh, I need to get to chapter 13 quick so I can read your spoiler. BRB.

Yes, I agree, Kaley. A lot of emotions are getting stirred up with me for this read. It's taking me a long time to get through it because I have to keep setting it aside.

Got you all through here!

Just on your book completion post is fine, Melissa!

That looks really magenta. We aren't using the color site this time, but we can use it elsewhere so go ahead and read it if you want!

We can still move books around, so we might do that. I have a red one for sure still to read.

Just got this update in the captain's thread: We'll be adding tri-wizard tournament soon. That one has no time limit either.

So no time limit on whatever those events might turn out to be. That might change our planning strategy as well.

Slotting in the other orange cover slot.

We need 2 reds, 3 yellows, and a green.

I am excited to see what the Tri-Wizard brings, too.

You guys, we are actually doing really really great. We have books projected for a lot of the slots and now we can start looking at the spell-outs. I have been holding off to see how the tri-wizard works before we place books, but our planning sheets look good.

Also, just picked up a cozy mystery with berries on the cover so we have that category covered. :)

Kaley wrote: "Ch 6 / What Happened to Charlotte

Man, I was not prepared to deal with this chapter again from another POV! It was super interesting to know more details about the second person though... how he d..."

Yes, it was interesting to revisit it through her eyes. Charlie is messed up, and rightfully so, but now that I'm reading a little more about their dad I wonder if they would have been "normal" anyway. I really don't like him right now. He seems like a real selfish jerk with no love for his girls.

(view spoiler)[I know he calls Sam every month and on her birthday, and Ben seems to like him enough to hang with him every month (which I am sure is challenging since the town's law enforcement hates him) but I'm not seeing his good side at the moment. (hide spoiler)]

I'm sure this is because I have issues with my dad so I'm projecting. LOL

Just getting up here, Devann! Let me pop over to the captain's group and see what is up.

It looked like we are getting stomped in Quidditch, though. Ugh.

Oh, same here! That actress was perfect. I just adore Molly Weasley. I liked her in the books, but I absolutely loved her once the movies came out.

It's hard to not be swayed by some of the casting choices in a series this long. I can't help but think of the actors for a lot of the scenes now.

Just finished book 2 so starting on this one tonight.

Can't wait to hear all about Pandora's shenanigans. I loved her in the first two books.

Suzanne wrote: "I've made it through the first two chapters - I'm liking it so far. I especially liked the introduction of the twins- they seem quite adorable and unique :)"

Yes, I am looking forward to seeing how they do in their first season. They were adorable and quirky. I love Pandora.

Lisa - (Aussie Girl) wrote: "Chapter 5

[spoilers removed]

Mmmm, haven't made my mind up which one of these Huck is yet either?"

I'm just now there, and I agree. Not sure what to think about Huck yet.

And I am shocked that (view spoiler)[Charlie is a defense attorney. I would have thought she would be a prosecutor with all she has been through. Also not convinced at all that Kelly is actually the shooter. (hide spoiler)]

Upstream: Selected Essays
Mary Oliver
Date Read: 5/28
Pages: 174

Spells: U, M, O
Classes:


Going Organic Can Kill You
Staci McLaughlin
Date Read: 5/29
Pages: 319

Spells: G, S, M, characters: Dana Lewis, Jason Forrester
Classes:

Snowtulip wrote: "Michelle wrote: "True confession. I had to start book 2 immediately. I’m ready for book 3."

I'll be starting book 2 tomorrow :D

Overall I enjoyed the story, I was a bit mad at both Kathleen and D..."

Very curious to hear what you think of book 2. I liked it a little more than book 1. But I have a soft spot for Helen and Rhys.

You know, I had forgotten how Harry felt when we was around Ron's family. (view spoiler)[It's sad to me how they are both a little envious of each other. Ron has such a wonderful, loving family. Molly just opens her house and her heart to Harry from the beginning, feeding him, accepting him, when they don't have much themselves. And Ron seems a little envious of Harry, too, although I think he does know he's pretty lucky too. (hide spoiler)]

And Lockhart is such a blowhard! I am not able to read this part without picturing Kenneth Branagh. He captured him perfectly.