Silje’s Comments (group member since Apr 15, 2015)

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

Diane ~Firefly~ wrote: "Sassafrass wrote: "Yeah, Silje, that was interesting. But who knew when he was so unpleasant for the entire time we've gotten to see him. But maybe that was because of being alone for so long."

Ye..."

True. I suppose it would have been hard to mend the relationship between Kreacher and Sirius after that childhood...

Jenny wrote: "Squawk!"

Haha, that spelling mistake was hilarious!=)

Talk about complete turnover! (view spoiler)[All it took was the right, kind gesture, and Kreacher is like a completely different house elf! Hermione does have a point when saying that wizards don't treat them like equals. His family meant everything to him, so giving him the locket was the nicest thing they could ever have done in his eyes. (hide spoiler)]

Diane ~Firefly~ wrote: "anyone ready to come join me in starting book 8 yet?"

Probably on Monday=)

Diane ~Firefly~ wrote: "So I read the first 5 chapters tonight as I won't be able to read until late tomorrow.

It was nice to see Dudley show some caring for Harry.

I totally forgot I needed tissues so soon into this ..."

You two are reading so fast!
I'm listening to audio, so it goes a little slow.

I agree about Dudley, I was taken aback by his comments! Turns out he might be human after all!

About the action at the beginning (view spoiler)[Snape informs Voldemort about the date, but how did he find out. I realize they might suspect Hagrid have said something while drinking, but do think this was the case?

Hedwig dies so suddenly, you barely have time to register it! Nevertheless, I was still crying...So typical Harry to still be pure-hearted enough to not want to hurt the night bus guy, but of course, his goodness doesn't pay off... (hide spoiler)]

team remus lupin

Desandra is really one cunning, determined character! And the things she can say with a straight face. Imagine the look on Robert's face after her explanation about Kate and Hugh! (view spoiler)[ The way she plays on every fear and vulnerability Jennifer has, without being too obvious about. She goads Jennifer into behaving even more unfit for an alpha than she already is, just to be able to look even better herself in comparison. And all this just to make sure her monster baby will be allowed to grow up. That is one protective mama wolf!=P (hide spoiler)]

Diane ~Firefly~ wrote: "I started last night and got through chapter 5 during lunch.

[spoilers removed]

Jennifer[spoilers removed]

Cuddles [spoilers removed]"

I was lying in bed and laughing out loud when reading the part about Cuddles and the vampires!

Xander's Mate
date: 6/13
pages 154

Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince
6/12
pg default 652
BR

added to the spreadsheet

After a rather long weekend with one night out on town and another celebrating my uncle's 50th birthday, followed by a 10k hike the next day, I ended up with a cold and a possible sinusitis...which is my way of explaining why I haven't been that active so far this week:P But I am still reading and will log my books whenever I find the energy to do so=P

I saw somewhere earlier that people reading these books for the first time should have some tissues nearby already from the fourth book and I agree, because I was a sobbing mess after finishing this one! I've read it before, but that didn't help at all=P

Oh, and I loved the part at the end where Fleur and Tonks were showing some true girlpower! =)

Megan, I couldn't agree more about Fry's vocalisation of Tonks, it is really bothering me!

Natalie wrote: "Finished

Book The fourth book is my favorite of the series, but this is right up there with it. I know we don’t have the last book yet (but soon!), but upon a reread, this book feels like a shift..."

I agree with pretty much everything you said!=) But I think that this one might be one notch above the fourth book on the favorite ladder=P

Megan wrote: "I book a read a while back which hasn't been used for anything yet - Wyrd Sisters has "worm" in it so feel free to use that for Potions, although it has a couple of good letters for spells too :)
..."

Cruel Prince is one of my favorite reads so far this year=)

Spreadsheet updated, books added to main sheet, but not classes/spells/BR

Cast in Chaos
Date: 6/9
pages : 503

I think the word "worm" was mentioned in HP6 which I am listening to these days, might use that one=)

Sassafrass wrote: "Chapters 1-5:

The first chapter with the Prime Minister of England and the Minister of Magic was amusing. LOL

I feel for Harry having to have even more piled on to him. I was glad that [spoilers ..."

Haha, can you imagine the expression on the Prime Minister's face the first time he met the Minister of Magic?!=P

About Snape (view spoiler)[this scene is really painting a ominous picture of Snape. The fact that he is willing to take an unbreakable vow to help Draco do Voldemort's bidding, really puts him in the dark corner so far. Though they do keep repeating that Dumbledore trusts him. So I think it comes down to whether you believe Dumbledore is right in trusting him or if you think Snape is one of the best spies/double agents ever seen. (hide spoiler)]

Judith wrote: "Silje,

are you continuing with the next Kate Daniels book?

I'm getting ready to start and I'd say those swords have flames on them.

And you always see Ka..."

Yes, I'll continue in a day or two=)

Tammie wrote: "@Chapter 30...love the Weasley [spoilers removed]"

Yep, I was seriously laughing out loud listening to this, (view spoiler)[ I find it quite entertaining how all the other professors are quietly rebelling against Umbridge, making things more difficult for her. The brothers asking Peeves to continue doing mischief for them and give Umbridge hell was an excellent last gift!=) (hide spoiler)]

Magic Rises
date: 6/5
pages 327
BR

Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix
date 6/6
pages 870 default
BR

Mystery, Snow, and Mistletoe
by Wendy Meadows
date: 6/6
pages 110
Potion: cozy mystery with berries on cover

Spreadsheet updated