The Harry Potter Series By J.K. Rowling - Reading Books 6+7 from November 1st 2018

[Stormy]

Ok do you want me to ask admin to set it up

[Becky]

yh but I don't think we need to but I think we need to tell them

[Amanda]

HP3 Chapter 7: (view spoiler)[ I love how the first Care of Magical Creatures class so much better than depicted on the movie. So many hippogriffs would have been amazing to see. I still can't like Snape. Why does a grown man feel the need to torture kids? (hide spoiler)]

[Stormy]

Finished
(view spoiler)[this was such an amazing book It makes me remember why I fell in love with the series when I was little I love all the characters and I love all the adventures of Harry Ron and Hermione Hermione Granger I love the Quidditch parts the most Can't wait to read the second book on Tuesday
(hide spoiler)]

[Becky]

have admin been told that we are gunna buddy read the next book Natalie?

[Adriana]

Chapters 1 - 5

(view spoiler)[ I love how Harry taunts Dudley. It really shows how bigots are the ones who are the most afraid and unreasonably angry.

Oh, Dobby. Trying to help is so valiant but you are really making a mistake. He is important because he can help others so let him do his thing.

How did the Ministry not get all of that straightened out? Like shouldn't Harry be able to make an appeal even if it's just a warning?

I love Fred and George. I think people forget how ingenious they really are.

I love the description of the Burrow. Who wouldn't want to live there? And the way Harry loves the home and how the Weasley parents treat him. I love how Molly throughout the series becomes the mother he could never have. Also, I forgot about that ghoul haha. It makes noise when things get a little too quiet... And the gnomes? I love them. I love how Mr. Weasley is too soft on them so they'll come back.

GILDEROY. You buffoon. How are the teachers okay with having his collection of works as their course textbooks?

Poor Ginny. Crushes at that age suck.

Draco is SO JEALOUS. Come on dude. Have some self respect.

Selling poisons... yeah, what are you doing with those Lucius? Whenever I read about him I remember how broken he is in the last books/movies.

Mr. Weasley's enthusiasm after seeing Hermione's parents... priceless. I love the Weasley's.

The famous line. I love Malfoy being jealous. I love how his character grows too from the first book to last. So much reminiscing when I read these books.

I CAUGHT YOU GIVING THAT BOOK TO HER LUCIUS!!!

Oh my goodness! I didn't know there was mention of apparating this early in the series!

That wand is as bad as Neville's.

Haha! Snape caught them talking bad about him. So sneaky.

That would have been smart to send an owl. It's not like they wouldn't have let them in later on. (hide spoiler)]

[Adriana]

Chapters 6 - 10

(view spoiler)[The Howler!!! So many good lines in this series. Sheesh. It truly is the best.

Herbology with Hufflepuffs! Yeah!

Oh, Gilderoy. Your fake charm and ridiculousness. Is he really that oblivious? What house was he in again? WHAT! I just looked it up and he was in Ravenclaw... I mean he was smart to do all those things that I won't spoil but really?

Hermione's crush on Lockhart just seems unreasonable. Surely she would be able to see through his lies? But even Hermione isn't perfect.

I love how Hermione puts Malfoy in his place. He had to buy his way into the seeker position. I forget how awful Malfoy is because he changes in my eyes so much even in the Cursed Child. His son is actually really kind and he is a good husband. I hope he gets over this horrible bigotry soon.

I'm surprised Hermione didn't know what Mudblood meant.

I forgot about the Deathday party! Poor Nick. Being nearly headless should still get him in the club.

I like how Percy takes care of Ginny.

I do feel bad for Filch being a squib and all. I have a feeling he was treated badly in his family.

Peeves is such a jerk to everyone. I'm surprised Nick hasn't moved on to the after life. Probably has a sense of responsibility to the Gryffindor house. Moaning Myrtle hasn't moved on for obvious reasons...

I wonder how the thing could survive with being so hungry for so long and being its size.

I FEEL SO BAD FOR FILCH! He clearly loves Mrs. Norris and she's very loyal to him.

I thought Snape was being rather nice. But then that was just a trick.

The time where the history professor actually says something interesting. I remember everything really well surprisingly.

Ron's fear of spiders is any rational human fear except my friend who loves arachnids. Just from what his brothers did I would be even more afraid of them.

The first sign of Polyjuice potion. I love how everything is connected in this series.

lol. "I haven't been properly dry since August."

Harry telling Gilderoy not to put a spell on him. Just cringe worthy. Now that I think of it. I'm sure Dumbledore knows that the position is cursed. I'm curious who it all started with actually. Anyway, I think he knows that is cursed so he let Gilderoy take the job to get his comeuppance. I wouldn't put it past him. I think he took heard him talk for about one minute before he realized he was a fake. (hide spoiler)]

[Dr. Andy]

Becky since this is a series read along you don't have to tell the mods you are moving to the next one. You guys can just keep going through as much of the series as you want.

[Adriana]

Chapters 11 - 15

(view spoiler)[ Poor Ginny! Percy is really standing up for his sisters. I know why you are having nightmares. Just tell someone!

The first expelliarmus is from Snape!

Snape looking at him funny. He must be reasoning why he is a Parseltongue.

I can't believe the Hufflepuffs talking this way about Harry. The only thing I can think of is that they are intensely loyal towards Justin.

Peeves song about Potter. Amazing.

Hagrid defending Potter right away. It must feel like the same thing is happening all over again for him.

Good old, Mrs. Weasley with her sweater. I need one too!

What is Percy doing there? Oh...

It's interesting how both Gryffindor and Slytherin's way to get in their common rooms are the same.

Wow, I didn't realize. 50 years ago. Hagrid's old but he is part giant after all. That might have something to do with age limit.

I know which mudblood died!!!

How did they not get rid of that trophy from Tom Riddle???? WHAT!?

The mandrakes getting pimples. Love this book.

The Valentine's day song! Oh, Ginny. Rhyming his green eyes with fresh pickled toad? What were you thinking?

Oh, Professor Dippet was the head of the school 50 years ago. I thought it would have been Dumbledore but now I think I remember he was a professor.

Trying to move in each other's pots!!!! Oh my goodness. The insinuation...

When in doubt, go to the library. That's right Ron! And don't you forget it.

Aw! It always gets to me seeing/reading about Hermione in that state.

Why hasn't Dumbledore solved this already? He isn't as bright as I thought.

Why is Snape smirking at Malfoy's words? I mean he isn't stupid enough to enjoy the attention of someone like him... is he?

At least a Hufflepuff apologized.

Ron wasn't in the Forbidden Forest? I can't remember that or why...

I didn't know snakes ate spiders. Like when was that a thing? (hide spoiler)]

[Becky]

thank u :)

[Adriana]

Chapters 16 - 18

(view spoiler)[ I want to know what Percy was doing!

When they say Ginny Weasley. My goodness, I feel gutted.

That's what you get Lockhart.

How can you raise werewolf cubs? Aren't they half human...?

Percy suspecting his sister. I guess he didn't truly care about her...

I'm crying so much! Mrs. Weasley's simple cry for Ginny! killed me. I'm dying!

Of course Dumbledore awards them 200 points each. So biased. (hide spoiler)]

[Stormy]

Becky wrote: "have admin been told that we are gunna buddy read the next book Natalie?"

Yep they said continue as normal

[Becky]

cool

[Amanda]

Chapter 11:
(view spoiler)[ Poor Harry! He finds out about Black being his godfather and the one, who supposedly, helped in the death of his parents. The new Firebolt finally puts some hope into him, until Hermione tells the professor about it. Sometimes hte best of intentions can break your heart. (hide spoiler)]

[Amanda]

HP3 Chapter 13: (view spoiler)[ I wish Ron would realize how much friendship means and let go of grudges. Good idea for Harry to fake out Cho Chang to get the snitch. Poor Neville and his scatterbrain! His paper of passwords is how he got in. (hide spoiler)]

[Amanda]

End: (view spoiler)[ I know most people do not like this book because HP doesn't actually battle Voldemort. I actually love this because it brings in so much backstory and lets Harry's life be more than just trying to defeat Voldemort. I forgot so much from the books necuase I watch the movies so often. The Shrieking Shack story at the end is my favorite part. (hide spoiler)]

[Stormy]

hp2 chapter 4

[Becky]

Will b catching up today

[Becky]

HP2 chapters 1- 4 (view spoiler)[ i didnt realise that the dursleys had forgotten harrys birthday. Its expected though. Haha an owl delivered a letter on mrs masons head! I think harrys dream at the end of the chapter was weird to be honest. If harrys things hadnt been locked downstairs then he could of got away quicker. I thought the degnoming was cool i love how its noted that they all start creeping back into the garden later on. Mr weasleys response to the boys flying his car is comical.
As if the malfoys were in knockturn alley trying to cover up their crime. Harry was so lucky not to get caught by malfoy though (hide spoiler)]

[Becky]

HP2 chapter 5 (view spoiler)[ i think they are a little late arriving during the sorting. At least they get to eat and their punishment seems to be rather light seen as they nearly exposed thier community. I cant beleive they recieve a welcoming party when they get back to their common room. (hide spoiler)]

[Stormy]

Becky wrote: "HP2 chapter 5 [spoilers removed]"

Ok am only on chapter 7

[Amanda]

Chapter 5: I absolutely love the Weasley's! Fred and George are hilarious! And I love how Mr. Weasley tries so hard to punish them, but just can't follow through. (view spoiler)[ The best part of the beginning of these books is that something always happens to one of the Dursley's. I can only imagine Dudley having a 4 ft purple tongue! Oh the sight of Petunia trying to roll it up and shove it back in his mouth! (hide spoiler)]

[Amanda Setasha]

I'm super behind. Haven't started book 1 yet.
I'm hoping I'll be able to catch up by next week (I read fast).

[Amanda]

HP4 CH10: I love Quidditch! (view spoiler)[ I hate the lack of the games in the movie. The wizards have to go through a crazy amount of precautions to keep their world a secret. (hide spoiler)]

[Adriana]

Chapters 1 - 6

(view spoiler)[ Wendelin the Weird... I just want the whole story of the History of Magic.

I've always felt so sorry for Errol. Poor little guy.

Oh yeah! This is the time they win a bunch of money and go to Egypt. Scabbers is about to be found out.

Petunia knows who it is doesn't she!? Gasp! I don't remember this.

Ooh!!!! You are talking about his mama. You are going to get it....

Finally, he leaves. He still has his wand. If I were him I would have bought an apartment with all his galleons a long time ago but of course that wouldn't have been possible.

Sirius killed 12 muggles? What? There must be another explanation.

This is my favorite moment in all of the HP books. At least a high;y favorite one of mine. I love Harry's time spent being independent and spending time in Diagon Alley. I guess I knew I always wanted that freedom...

Free sundaes!! Awesome.

I've always liked Divination. It feels like a very witchy subject.

lol. That mirror is hilarious although why is it talking???

If I were Hermione's parents I would beg her to tell me everything!

He gave you a sign! Rats like him can't last longer than three years!

Crookshanks is a boy???? He's as smart as Hermione.

He never swore he wouldn't go looking for Sirius and of course I understand why Mr. Weasley said so.

Terrified, pleading screams... I'm going to cry. I know who it is...

Snape is not happy to see Lupin haha... His crew wasn't real nice to him.

Huh. Did Parvarti go out with Ron in the Goblet of Fire?

Why does no one make fun of Malfoy for his, "I'm dying!" act? It's pathetic.

I like how they are increasingly scared for Harry's safety as the book progresses. It's strange for Hagrid to just believe that Sirius did it. Dumbledore as well... (hide spoiler)]

[Stormy]

HP2 On chapter 10 how u doing

[Becky]

@ natalie I am on chapter 6 I will be reading some today though

[Stormy]

Becky wrote: "@ natalie I am on chapter 6 I will be reading some today though"

So do u think u will be finished this week? Or later next week?

[Becky]

hopefully asap as it's a easy read I have other BRs to catch up on too

[Stormy]

Becky wrote: "hopefully asap as it's a easy read I have other BRs to catch up on too"

Ok any day is ok with me

[Becky]

Ok i will let u no how far are u I'm gunna read to chapter 12 today

[Stormy]

I'm just about getting to chapter 12 as well

[Becky]

cool :)

[Adriana]

Chapters 7 - 12

(view spoiler)[ I just had a thought about Lupin mentioning Neville's grandmother. He would know that he lived with his grandmother... );

Also, someone mentioned this before in a post I've seen on Facebook, how Neville was always brave because he always came back to Hogwarts and to class to face his greatest fear - Snape.

I would have liked to know Hermione's greatest fear.

Aw! Getting teary eyed when Professor McGonagall is rejecting him and the pity in her face.

Snape helping him out is nice. I think Lupin was the one in the group who didn't openly mock Snape.

"Nasty temper he's got, that Sirius Black." :D

Cedric!!!! I forgot he was a qudditch player.

I'm crying so hard! Harry heard his mom's final words.

One of his spies tipped him off. Ah!!!

Who did give him the Firebolt?

Oh no Neville dropped the passwords... (hide spoiler)]

[Adriana]

Chapters 13 - 18

(view spoiler)[ Cho Chang is a fourth year?? So Harry will date an older woman? Ha! Another Seeker.

Hermione finally snapped which makes sense since she was so stressed and Ron and Harry weren't being the greatest friends.

Oh my goodness, Oliver is crouched over a model of a Quidditch field in the corner, prodding little figures across it with his wand and muttering to himself. I love this obsessive guy. I wonder what job he ends up having.

Oliver is crying into Harry's shoulder!!!!! I'm laughing so hard. Oh, Oliver.

Oh! So that's Hermione's greatest fear. Ron wasn't that far off.

I hate Harry's irrational anger. I mean it's rational but he's not giving him a chance to talk. He's obviously concerned with Ron, well what Ron has, not you. (hide spoiler)]

[Adriana]

Chapters 19 - 22

(view spoiler)[ I love that Harry subconsciously got a Stag to be his Patronus. He must have sen his father transform into one as a little kid...

Hmm... that's right. Pettigrew owes him. I forget what he does to repay him.

Aw! I forgot about the small owl. I need to know what Ron named him!!! (hide spoiler)]

[Stormy]

Chapter 14 HP2

[Becky]

@ natalie cool I'm catching up :)

[Stormy]

Becky wrote: "@ natalie cool I'm catching up :)"

Nearly finished when would you like to read the 3rd one

[Becky]

Dont mind when would u like to start the 3rd one?
Ive finished the second book

[Stormy]

Becky wrote: "Dont mind when would u like to start the 3rd one?
Ive finished the second book"

ASAP lol if that's ok

[Becky]

that's fine how about tomorrow ?

[Amanda]

HP 4 Ch 15: (view spoiler)[ It is hard to read about Neville having to watch the cruciatus curse and Harry with the killing curse. There is so much different in this book and the movie and it's been so.long since I last read this. Enjoying it as much as I did the first time. (hide spoiler)]

[Stormy]

Becky wrote: "that's fine how about tomorrow ?"

Yep am up for today

[Becky]

Cool will start when my daughter is in bed

[Stormy]

On chapter 4

[Stormy]

Chapter 8 now this was one of my favourite books when I was a kid

[Becky]

will b catching up soon just got another BR to catch up on first

[Amanda]

HP 4 Ch23 : (view spoiler)[ I love the Yule Ball in the movie. Especially with Hermione! This is where it finally hits Ron that she isn't just some other girls and he may just see her as more than a friend. I love when Harry says battling a dragon was easier than finding a girl to ask to the ball. (hide spoiler)]

[Stormy]

Becky wrote: "will b catching up soon just got another BR to catch up on first"
I finish this book a few days ago absolutely loved it