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Okay, the audiobook version I have is terrible, and I can't stand it anymore. Maybe some other time.

....and Bren was extremely powerful, despite all being held in the typical dry, formal, flowery dialogue of the Ata'vi (not sur eif spelling that right; I listen to all the books) language. This is only possible because of the huge volume of work Cherryh has invested into building this world and culture. Astonishing to have such a powerful emotional conversation delivered so unemotionally.

I have always thought that this series is very reminiscent of some of the great things of the Vorkosigan Saga; especially in its portrayal of politics and characterization of individuals; doing a LOT to make clear their individual drives. Now, I am starting to see it applied to the other great strength of that series: family. The last book did it somewhat, but this one....a conversation very early on between Dimir..

Self-Note: Hardcover edition returned to library. Now at Chapter eleven - "Conflict in the Body"

A thought: Isn't this a little weird to be titled "Harry Potter and the" ? I mean, I can see why, but I feel like "Albus Potter and the" would make sense. I suppose the actual title drives home the plot point established in this first portion of the book though, ie. everyone is focused on the Harry.

Really good so far!

Note to self: On 152 out of 321 actual content pages. Pick up from the library again after summer camp is over.

Sigh.....why am I doing this.....