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I just got to chapter eight. In the first chapter Sophie really annoyed me but then she grew on me a little bit. She is more ambitious than the rest of the town I think. Also more conceited. Now I just feel bad for Agatha. She did all this for her friend who is just concerned about other things. Also I loved the first line :)
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I am! I don't know how much I'll be able to read this month but I'll do my best!
Currently reading large book and busy with 4th of July stuff but ill do my best to get to it asap!
Ok so last night I couldn't sleep, so...I read. I'm at ch 26 now and I don't want to spoil anything!I saw the Netflix's adaptation and although they changed some parts, the fundamental story and characters were preserved. (view spoiler)
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I saw the Netflix's adaptation and although they changed some parts, the fundamental story and c..."
Did you say Ch 26? Wow! So fast :)
I have doubts about this books, so probably not. Unless someone here tells me it's very good
Well I believe the target is middle school, so it's a fast and nice read. But it is indeed about friendship, albeit a very weird one. I'll go on with the serie for sure!
you are right that it is probably a fast read.
@Lusie I'd say if you are in a slump or are looking for something quick but still with a morale (the critique to beauty standards and the shallowness of being "good" and "on the right side" at all costs is def not subtle here lol) this is a sure bet to be entertained.
@fabitha, you convinced me lol. I'll give it a try.
@Lusie ahahah happy to be of service! xD
Fabitha wrote: "Ok so last night I couldn't sleep, so...I read. I'm at ch 26 now and I don't want to spoil anything!I saw the Netflix's adaptation and although they changed some parts, the fundamental story and c..."
I want to see the movie ! I just finished the book today. I’m not sure if I will continue with the series. Probably will but not right away as I’ve got a stack of library holds that just came in, including our other book club book!
I agree with you that the bond is not always so apparent . I was questioning its reality a few times. I also agree they are both pretty strong headed ! They have their set goals.
You finished already? wow you are fast Kali. I haven't even started yet.
It's a very fast read! @Kali I totally recommend the movie! Agatha is visually nothing like the book but she is perfect for me, she flawlessly conveyed the annoyance and the occasional sassiness with grace lol (also I was screaming the entire time because she gives me Legendborn's Bree Matthews vibes and I can't unseen it).
I think Sophie summoned their bond best in the beginning of the story (view spoiler) They are young, and it's easy to be sidetracked at that age honestly, it's when we risk to "lose" our childhood besties. Maybe they were the most surprised to realize it was genuine lol
@fabitha Aww I love your take on it ! I was thinking that too. That at that age things come between friends easier. I think also when we are thrust into a new place we tend to hold stronger to what is familiar. The movie is on Netflix but they just started the one household rule :( . Also how do I hide spoilers ?
@lusie Also I finished it so fast because I’ve only worked one day this week thanks to the holiday and I had the audiobook going while driving or doing other things. I liked the audiobook narration. I got the audiobook and regular book from the Libby app for free.
@Kali that is great! I tried audiobooks too but it didn't work for me, but I know many people who love them!To hide spoilers you just write < spoiler > to start it and < /spoiler > to close it, minus the spaces.
About the book, well it's been some time since I was twelve but I remember that feel! Also Sophie was very determined to reach her goals while Agatha had more of a development as a character imo...she was very sweet actually.
Not sure when I'll pick this up. I've got a busy schedule with buddy reads and am going to the library on friday. Maybe I can start this weekend?
@lusie Sounds good to me ! @ fabitha I agree. Sophie wanted change and was more ambitious to get hers. I think Agatha wanted change also but didn’t realize it.
@Kali I agree too. And I think it was maybe the subtlest hint about beauty standards in the book. It's easier to be confident and ambitious when you are perceived as beautiful. Agatha probably didn't even think it was possible to change her life, she was already resigned to be an outcast. As far as middle school books go, it's a big concept.
@Lusie I think it's cool I'm very curious to hear your thoughts too!
I couldn’t believe how many creams a 12 year old was putting on her face. Ridiculous. I do remember being twelve and being gifted boxes of makeup by everyone though. It’s like it’s expected at a certain age. I would’ve preferred books 🤷🏽♀️.Reminds me of my sister and I at that age honestly. I was the book nerd reading Harry Potter at recess and she was good at makeup with lots of boyfriends. Well in elementary.
Me and my sister have always been bulletproof to beauty care lol now that we are adults we occasionally indulge but we never had the time nor the inclination, we were so focused on sport at that time. But it was quite some time ago. I don't actually know any 12 yo now, but I remember working in a bookshop and mothers asked me books like After for their pre teen girls. No ma'am, in good coscience I can't recommend this to a literal child. I'm against gatekeeping, but it was too much!
I think this book is perfect for girls that age. It's a serie and the MCs are girls (as opposed to HP and PJ)
This book is definitely more age appropriate than some YA and I also appreciate the strong female leads. That said I was reading clan of the cave bear at about 12-14 maybe. Once you’ve read those massive Harry Potter books at age 9 those little chapter books just aren’t the same.
@Kali yeah I agree! I was one to read big books early too, but it was more a matter of content than size in this case. This is perfect to me!
Caseyreadsharrypotter wrote: "Can I join?"Of course you can!
Ok but when do I have to get to the next checkpoint I’m a slow reader
Caseyreadsharrypotter wrote: "Ok but when do I have to get to the next checkpoint I’m a slow reader"Just read it at your own pace and post your thoughts here.
That's what I am going to do as well, but I am fast reader
I've started readingChapter 1-4
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Unlike Kali, I don't think Sophie is annoying. I'm just curious how things will unfold for her.
Kali, that's great you got the audiobook for free. They don't have the libby app here. I think only libraries in the USA are part of that, so i don't have access to it. Would have loved it, since audiobooks are expensive. So I keep looking for ways to get free audiobooks, usuailly free in return for a review (NetGalley, Facebook)
Kali wrote: "I just got to chapter eight. In the first chapter Sophie really annoyed me but then she grew on me a little bit. She is more ambitious than the rest of the town I think. Also more conceited. Now I ..."I agree, I feel bad for Agatha as well
Fabitha wrote: "@Kali I agree too. And I think it was maybe the subtlest hint about beauty standards in the book. It's easier to be confident and ambitious when you are perceived as beautiful. Agatha probably didn..."I think you are right Fabitha
Lusie wrote: "I changed my mind, Kali was right that Sophie is annoying.Chapter 5-13
I am starting to think Sophie is never going to believe she is place in the right school, namely Evil. I'm starting to like ..."
Haha that made me actually laugh out loud. Sophie is definitely a slytherin.
I think maybe Agatha is stronger bc her mom is also a witch ? Also her only friend is Sophie so she’s not really out socializing. (view spoiler)
@Kali LOL yes Sophie is all that! Which is great. Sophie was also scared to death to apply in those Evil classes, so it figures. Also Agatha is good at everything so what was the point of the school being for good or evil? It's really only about looks at this point, which tells absolutely NOTHING of the inner workings of a person.
It's like they believe they have to act good or evil based on their looks, regardless of their feelings. The system is really bonkers.
Yes ! I remember reading that and being like what are we teaching little girls. Especially about the ball and the double standard on grading. In real life nothing is that black and white. I think that’s kinda the point of the story. The school is so cut between sides. Like everything is taken to extremes like even the food. The people however could go either way if given a chance.
I think the school is kept separated like that just for the balance bc if they all got to choose then maybe there would be more good than bad or vice versa. That would mean less fairy tales.
@Fabitha, yes I am enjoying it. It's different than I thought it would be, in a good way.(view spoiler)
Kali wrote: "Haha that made me actually laugh out loud. Sophie is definitely a slytherin."lol you are right, she would be
Fabitha wrote: "@Kali LOL yes Sophie is all that! Which is great. Sophie was also scared to death to apply in those Evil classes, so it figures. Also Agatha is good at everything so what was the point of the sch..."
Yes horrible system. It's not all about looks, though they seem to think so
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Reading Calendar:- (view spoiler)[
Start date: 01/07/23
End date: 31/07/23
Total no.of pages: 488 pages (hardcover)
Pages may vary according to format so we have included sections to avoid confusion.
Checkpoint A:-
Start Date: 01/07/23
End Date: 05/07/23
No. of pages- 160
Section: Chapter1 to 7
Checkpoint B:-
Start Date:06/07/23
End Date: 10/07/23
No. of pages- 160
Section: Chapter 8 to 16
Checkpoint C:-
Start Date: 11/07/23
End Date: 15/07/23
No. of pages- 165
Section: Chapter 17 to 23
Checkpoint D:-
Start Date: 16/07/23
End Date: 20/07/23
No. of pages- 120
Section: Chapter 24 to 30.
Review posting: 21st-31st July (hide spoiler)]