Viking 0 #51 July 16, 2005 QuoteFinished about 2 hours ago. People that can read that fast disgust me. I swear you must have footprints on the back of your helmet - chicagoskydiver My God has a bigger dick than your god -George Carlin Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TomAiello 26 #52 July 17, 2005 QuoteQuoteFinished about 2 hours ago. People that can read that fast disgust me. My wife finished about 3 hours before I did.-- Tom Aiello Tom@SnakeRiverBASE.com SnakeRiverBASE.com Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skycat 0 #53 July 17, 2005 I'm so pissed, the book was supposed to be delivered today, but Amazon sent it via the USPS who is not actually delivering the book just leaving a slip in your mailbox saying you have to pick it up at the post office. What is better is that on their webpage under track my package it says they sent it via UPS (which they didn't per the slip in my mailbox). Never mind just got off the phone with Amazon they are refunding me the price of the book.Fly it like you stole it! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jceman 1 #54 July 17, 2005 QuoteI'm so pissed, the book was supposed to be delivered today, but Amazon sent it via the USPS who is not actually delivering the book just leaving a slip in your mailbox saying you have to pick it up at the post office. What is better is that on their webpage under track my package it says they sent it via UPS (which they didn't per the slip in my mailbox). Never mind just got off the phone with Amazon they are refunding me the price of the book. That's odd -- I got the email from Amazon stating that it was sent via USPS today and that I'd get it on the 19th as I did not pay for Saturday delivery. Went to the mail this evening as usual ... I just finished chapter Seven. Faster horses, younger women, older whiskey, more money. Why do they call it "Tourist Season" if we can't shoot them? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tigra 0 #55 July 17, 2005 I just finished it! Its going to be a long 2 years or so for the next one! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skysprite 0 #56 July 17, 2005 QuoteI just finished it! Its going to be a long 2 years or so for the next one! I hope it doesn't take two years, but even if it does it'll be worth the wait.~skysprite Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skycat 0 #57 July 17, 2005 Quote That's odd -- I got the email from Amazon stating that it was sent via USPS today and that I'd get it on the 19th as I did not pay for Saturday delivery. Went to the mail this evening as usual ... I just finished chapter Seven. I'm pretty sure it's my mail lady, she lost a package once and since then has decided to quit delivering packages just leaving the little slips in every one's mailbox. Oh well Derek went and bought the book, so I'll give the other one to one of our friends little girls, or donate it if she has already got it.Fly it like you stole it! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tbrown 26 #58 July 17, 2005 Went to the Barnes & Noble HP shindig last night and the goode wife bought two copies at midnight, one for a friend. She and the younger daughter are devouring the book now and tell me they like it. I'll wait, as I'm reading the original Peter Pan by JM Barrie at the moment. Then I'll get my turn at the latest doings at Hogwarts. Your humble servant.....Professor Gravity ! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skybytch 273 #59 July 17, 2005 QuoteI just finished chapter Seven. You suck. I'm watching someone read chapter Five as I type this. He needs to read faster, dammit, my palms are itching! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tigra 0 #60 July 17, 2005 My brother in law insisted they only needed one copy for a family of four. The two kids (15 and 19) are taking turns- they get to read in 2 or 3 hour shifts. My sister (being the responsible mom and all) has to wait until they are done! Mean old dad (who decided they only needed one) gets it last, I HOPE! Me- I would have just bought a second book! No one got between me and my book yesterday! So who else is done? Can we talk about it yet??? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TomAiello 26 #61 July 17, 2005 I think we need to start a separate "spoilers" thread for people who have already finished, so we can actually talk about the plot of the book.-- Tom Aiello Tom@SnakeRiverBASE.com SnakeRiverBASE.com Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tigra 0 #62 July 17, 2005 I agree! They can read at their own risk! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites moodyskydiver 0 #63 July 18, 2005 Went to Hastings last night and picked up my reserved copy. Its sitting on my desk waiting for me to pick it up and read it as soon as I finish rereading the last of the Chronicles of Narnia to gear up for the movie release in December (same people who did the Lord of the Rings Trilogy so it'll be good.) My local Hastings was cool. All the employees chipped in out of their own personal pockets and decorated the store like Hogwarts, complete with the Whomping Willow and dressed the cafe as the Leaky Cauldron serving their own recipe of butter beer. Very creative bunch of folk having alot of fun.Everyone who reserved a copy of HBP in advance got a free HUGE king size Hershey's chocolate bar when they picked up their copy. Mmmmm! books and chocolate...I love this store! "...just an earthbound misfit, I." Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites skyyhi 0 #64 July 18, 2005 All done, and let me say. . .OMG. . .shocker of an ending. . .that's all I have to say folks. . .________________________________________ Take risks not to escape life… but to prevent life from escaping. ~ A bumper sticker at the DZ FGF #6 Darcy Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites skysprite 0 #65 July 18, 2005 QuoteAll done, and let me say. . .OMG. . .shocker of an ending. . .that's all I have to say folks. . . You didn't see it coming? I figured it had to happen because *spoiler* Dumbledore was the only wizard Voldemort ever feared. He's gone so now it's all up to Harry. I saw that death coming, but honestly I was really hoping Snape was a good guy! I didn't see that one coming!~skysprite Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites skyyhi 0 #66 July 18, 2005 SPOILER ATTACHED. . . QuoteDumbledore was the only wizard Voldemort ever feared. He's gone so now it's all up to Harry. I saw that death coming, but honestly I was really hoping Snape was a good guy! I didn't see that one coming! I figured it had to happen but I thought it would be in year 7. And I really was shocked about Snape. . .but, I think that the next book will have some real shockers. What I liked about this book is it sucked you in from the beginning. . .I didn't get sucked in with Year 5 Order of the Phoenix as easily. . .________________________________________ Take risks not to escape life… but to prevent life from escaping. ~ A bumper sticker at the DZ FGF #6 Darcy Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites skysprite 0 #67 July 18, 2005 Quote ...but, I think that the next book will have some real shockers. What I liked about this book is it sucked you in from the beginning. . .I didn't get sucked in with Year 5 Order of the Phoenix as easily. . . Yes, I absolutely agree! 5 is good, but it's probably my least favorite. I thought the information revealed about Voldemort in 6 was really interesting, and totally makes sense in the story!~skysprite Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites mcneill79 0 #68 July 18, 2005 I'll have to come back here sometime next week. Should have the book waiting on my desk Monday morning. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Casch 0 #69 July 18, 2005 SPOILER!!!! I've still got my hopes up that Snape will turn out to be on the good side, despite his hatred for Harry and his parentage. The unbreakable vow at the beginning of the book I think carries a lot of weight. If Snape had not made sure that Draco stayed alive and safe, he himself would have broken the vow and died.. Dumbledore was a dead man, even if Draco didn't have it in him to kill him himself. Eventually the death eaters would have taken it upon themselves. There was something strange about Dumbledore's pleading toward Snape before he died too. I had the distinct feeling that he was asking for Snape to kill him himself, and save Draco from officially becoming a death eater. Being an excellent Occlumens Snape will be able to tell Voldemort whatever he needs to, to free Draco of any responsibility for not casting the avada kadevera curse himself. He'll still be able to give the Order inside information about Voldemorts plans and whereabouts. Every time Harry questioned Dumbledore about Snapes true allegience, the professor adamantly stated that he trusted Snape completely. I'm wondering if Snape made the unbreakable vow with the professor that he would not return to the side of the Dark Lord. Dumbledore knew how powerful of an Occlumens Snape is, and that he was able to fool the Dark Lord. Therefore I don't think Dumbledore would have taken Snapes mere word that he was playing for the home team. The Vow would ensure that if Snape had switched sides again, he would die and be out of the picture. The fact that the Unbreakable Vow is deemed illegal would explain why Dumbledore never gave a good reason for being so sure that Snape was on his side. I dunno, I'm just speculating... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites skyyhi 0 #70 July 18, 2005 Spoiler: See, that is exactly where my mind turned. . .I won't say anymore here, but I kinda feel the same way about Snape. . .and you know, Dumbledore has a portrait in the Headmaster's office, so. . .he will never truly be gone (as he said in Chamber of Secrets).________________________________________ Take risks not to escape life… but to prevent life from escaping. ~ A bumper sticker at the DZ FGF #6 Darcy Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites tigra 0 #71 July 18, 2005 I agree with you. spoiler: I also agree the death had to happen, and its been foreshadowed at least since order of the Phoenix. I was still shocked and hoping it wouldn't happen, but in the end it will come down to Harry and Voldemort, and perhaps by sacrificing his life, Dumbeldore was able to provide Harry with additional power and protection, much like his mother did when she died protecting him. Also interesting was one of the lessons Dumbeldore tried to convey to Harry. By trying to defeat the "Prophecy" Voldemort actually set the wheels in motion to make it come true. He created a powerful enemy in Harry, giving him the motive and power to destoy him. Very mythic, very classic. I've also got a wacky theory about Harry's new "talisman"- the locket he and Dumbeldore got from the cave that turned out to be a dummy. (Is it possible there's a piece of Dumbeldore's soul in there?) And who is R.A.B.? Once Harry finds out, he may find himself with a new ally, possibly from beyond the grave! All in all a very satisfying read, but it left me wanting soooo much more. JK Rowling is freakin' brilliant! I don't know HOW she'll ever top or even equal this series of books, but I guess she doesn't have to. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites skyyhi 0 #72 July 18, 2005 Oh yeah, Tigra. . . SPOILER. . . QuoteI've also got a wacky theory about Harry's new "talisman"- the locket he and Dumbeldore got from the cave that turned out to be a dummy. (Is it possible there's a piece of Dumbeldore's soul in there?) And who is R.A.B.? Once Harry finds out, he may find himself with a new ally, possibly from beyond the grave! Yes, I was thinking that very same thing. There is definitely more to that than had been let on. I am hoping she will release the next book in a year rather than 2. . .because I will be impatient for more. . .lol________________________________________ Take risks not to escape life… but to prevent life from escaping. ~ A bumper sticker at the DZ FGF #6 Darcy Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites tigra 0 #73 July 18, 2005 SPOILER!!!!! I think Snape will be instrumental in Harry's bringing Voldemort down in book 7, but he'll lose his life in the process. Redemption and all that deep stuff, you know? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites tigra 0 #74 July 18, 2005 I've just realized who RAB is. I guess I should have figured it out sooner! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Kris 0 #75 July 18, 2005 QuoteI've just realized who RAB is. I guess I should have figured it out sooner! Oh? Do tell!I just finished the book last night. It's going to be a long wait until #7 comes out. I have to agree with the conclusions on Snape. That's exactly how I see it going as well.Sky, Muff Bro, Rodriguez Bro, and Bastion of Purity and Innocence!™ Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Prev 1 2 3 4 5 Next Page 3 of 5 Join the conversation You can post now and register later. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account. 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moodyskydiver 0 #63 July 18, 2005 Went to Hastings last night and picked up my reserved copy. Its sitting on my desk waiting for me to pick it up and read it as soon as I finish rereading the last of the Chronicles of Narnia to gear up for the movie release in December (same people who did the Lord of the Rings Trilogy so it'll be good.) My local Hastings was cool. All the employees chipped in out of their own personal pockets and decorated the store like Hogwarts, complete with the Whomping Willow and dressed the cafe as the Leaky Cauldron serving their own recipe of butter beer. Very creative bunch of folk having alot of fun.Everyone who reserved a copy of HBP in advance got a free HUGE king size Hershey's chocolate bar when they picked up their copy. Mmmmm! books and chocolate...I love this store! "...just an earthbound misfit, I." Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skyyhi 0 #64 July 18, 2005 All done, and let me say. . .OMG. . .shocker of an ending. . .that's all I have to say folks. . .________________________________________ Take risks not to escape life… but to prevent life from escaping. ~ A bumper sticker at the DZ FGF #6 Darcy Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skysprite 0 #65 July 18, 2005 QuoteAll done, and let me say. . .OMG. . .shocker of an ending. . .that's all I have to say folks. . . You didn't see it coming? I figured it had to happen because *spoiler* Dumbledore was the only wizard Voldemort ever feared. He's gone so now it's all up to Harry. I saw that death coming, but honestly I was really hoping Snape was a good guy! I didn't see that one coming!~skysprite Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skyyhi 0 #66 July 18, 2005 SPOILER ATTACHED. . . QuoteDumbledore was the only wizard Voldemort ever feared. He's gone so now it's all up to Harry. I saw that death coming, but honestly I was really hoping Snape was a good guy! I didn't see that one coming! I figured it had to happen but I thought it would be in year 7. And I really was shocked about Snape. . .but, I think that the next book will have some real shockers. What I liked about this book is it sucked you in from the beginning. . .I didn't get sucked in with Year 5 Order of the Phoenix as easily. . .________________________________________ Take risks not to escape life… but to prevent life from escaping. ~ A bumper sticker at the DZ FGF #6 Darcy Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skysprite 0 #67 July 18, 2005 Quote ...but, I think that the next book will have some real shockers. What I liked about this book is it sucked you in from the beginning. . .I didn't get sucked in with Year 5 Order of the Phoenix as easily. . . Yes, I absolutely agree! 5 is good, but it's probably my least favorite. I thought the information revealed about Voldemort in 6 was really interesting, and totally makes sense in the story!~skysprite Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mcneill79 0 #68 July 18, 2005 I'll have to come back here sometime next week. Should have the book waiting on my desk Monday morning. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Casch 0 #69 July 18, 2005 SPOILER!!!! I've still got my hopes up that Snape will turn out to be on the good side, despite his hatred for Harry and his parentage. The unbreakable vow at the beginning of the book I think carries a lot of weight. If Snape had not made sure that Draco stayed alive and safe, he himself would have broken the vow and died.. Dumbledore was a dead man, even if Draco didn't have it in him to kill him himself. Eventually the death eaters would have taken it upon themselves. There was something strange about Dumbledore's pleading toward Snape before he died too. I had the distinct feeling that he was asking for Snape to kill him himself, and save Draco from officially becoming a death eater. Being an excellent Occlumens Snape will be able to tell Voldemort whatever he needs to, to free Draco of any responsibility for not casting the avada kadevera curse himself. He'll still be able to give the Order inside information about Voldemorts plans and whereabouts. Every time Harry questioned Dumbledore about Snapes true allegience, the professor adamantly stated that he trusted Snape completely. I'm wondering if Snape made the unbreakable vow with the professor that he would not return to the side of the Dark Lord. Dumbledore knew how powerful of an Occlumens Snape is, and that he was able to fool the Dark Lord. Therefore I don't think Dumbledore would have taken Snapes mere word that he was playing for the home team. The Vow would ensure that if Snape had switched sides again, he would die and be out of the picture. The fact that the Unbreakable Vow is deemed illegal would explain why Dumbledore never gave a good reason for being so sure that Snape was on his side. I dunno, I'm just speculating... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites skyyhi 0 #70 July 18, 2005 Spoiler: See, that is exactly where my mind turned. . .I won't say anymore here, but I kinda feel the same way about Snape. . .and you know, Dumbledore has a portrait in the Headmaster's office, so. . .he will never truly be gone (as he said in Chamber of Secrets).________________________________________ Take risks not to escape life… but to prevent life from escaping. ~ A bumper sticker at the DZ FGF #6 Darcy Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites tigra 0 #71 July 18, 2005 I agree with you. spoiler: I also agree the death had to happen, and its been foreshadowed at least since order of the Phoenix. I was still shocked and hoping it wouldn't happen, but in the end it will come down to Harry and Voldemort, and perhaps by sacrificing his life, Dumbeldore was able to provide Harry with additional power and protection, much like his mother did when she died protecting him. Also interesting was one of the lessons Dumbeldore tried to convey to Harry. By trying to defeat the "Prophecy" Voldemort actually set the wheels in motion to make it come true. He created a powerful enemy in Harry, giving him the motive and power to destoy him. Very mythic, very classic. I've also got a wacky theory about Harry's new "talisman"- the locket he and Dumbeldore got from the cave that turned out to be a dummy. (Is it possible there's a piece of Dumbeldore's soul in there?) And who is R.A.B.? Once Harry finds out, he may find himself with a new ally, possibly from beyond the grave! All in all a very satisfying read, but it left me wanting soooo much more. JK Rowling is freakin' brilliant! I don't know HOW she'll ever top or even equal this series of books, but I guess she doesn't have to. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites skyyhi 0 #72 July 18, 2005 Oh yeah, Tigra. . . SPOILER. . . QuoteI've also got a wacky theory about Harry's new "talisman"- the locket he and Dumbeldore got from the cave that turned out to be a dummy. (Is it possible there's a piece of Dumbeldore's soul in there?) And who is R.A.B.? Once Harry finds out, he may find himself with a new ally, possibly from beyond the grave! Yes, I was thinking that very same thing. There is definitely more to that than had been let on. I am hoping she will release the next book in a year rather than 2. . .because I will be impatient for more. . .lol________________________________________ Take risks not to escape life… but to prevent life from escaping. ~ A bumper sticker at the DZ FGF #6 Darcy Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites tigra 0 #73 July 18, 2005 SPOILER!!!!! I think Snape will be instrumental in Harry's bringing Voldemort down in book 7, but he'll lose his life in the process. Redemption and all that deep stuff, you know? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites tigra 0 #74 July 18, 2005 I've just realized who RAB is. I guess I should have figured it out sooner! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Kris 0 #75 July 18, 2005 QuoteI've just realized who RAB is. I guess I should have figured it out sooner! Oh? Do tell!I just finished the book last night. It's going to be a long wait until #7 comes out. I have to agree with the conclusions on Snape. That's exactly how I see it going as well.Sky, Muff Bro, Rodriguez Bro, and Bastion of Purity and Innocence!™ Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Prev 1 2 3 4 5 Next Page 3 of 5 Join the conversation You can post now and register later. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account. 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Casch 0 #69 July 18, 2005 SPOILER!!!! I've still got my hopes up that Snape will turn out to be on the good side, despite his hatred for Harry and his parentage. The unbreakable vow at the beginning of the book I think carries a lot of weight. If Snape had not made sure that Draco stayed alive and safe, he himself would have broken the vow and died.. Dumbledore was a dead man, even if Draco didn't have it in him to kill him himself. Eventually the death eaters would have taken it upon themselves. There was something strange about Dumbledore's pleading toward Snape before he died too. I had the distinct feeling that he was asking for Snape to kill him himself, and save Draco from officially becoming a death eater. Being an excellent Occlumens Snape will be able to tell Voldemort whatever he needs to, to free Draco of any responsibility for not casting the avada kadevera curse himself. He'll still be able to give the Order inside information about Voldemorts plans and whereabouts. Every time Harry questioned Dumbledore about Snapes true allegience, the professor adamantly stated that he trusted Snape completely. I'm wondering if Snape made the unbreakable vow with the professor that he would not return to the side of the Dark Lord. Dumbledore knew how powerful of an Occlumens Snape is, and that he was able to fool the Dark Lord. Therefore I don't think Dumbledore would have taken Snapes mere word that he was playing for the home team. The Vow would ensure that if Snape had switched sides again, he would die and be out of the picture. The fact that the Unbreakable Vow is deemed illegal would explain why Dumbledore never gave a good reason for being so sure that Snape was on his side. I dunno, I'm just speculating... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skyyhi 0 #70 July 18, 2005 Spoiler: See, that is exactly where my mind turned. . .I won't say anymore here, but I kinda feel the same way about Snape. . .and you know, Dumbledore has a portrait in the Headmaster's office, so. . .he will never truly be gone (as he said in Chamber of Secrets).________________________________________ Take risks not to escape life… but to prevent life from escaping. ~ A bumper sticker at the DZ FGF #6 Darcy Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tigra 0 #71 July 18, 2005 I agree with you. spoiler: I also agree the death had to happen, and its been foreshadowed at least since order of the Phoenix. I was still shocked and hoping it wouldn't happen, but in the end it will come down to Harry and Voldemort, and perhaps by sacrificing his life, Dumbeldore was able to provide Harry with additional power and protection, much like his mother did when she died protecting him. Also interesting was one of the lessons Dumbeldore tried to convey to Harry. By trying to defeat the "Prophecy" Voldemort actually set the wheels in motion to make it come true. He created a powerful enemy in Harry, giving him the motive and power to destoy him. Very mythic, very classic. I've also got a wacky theory about Harry's new "talisman"- the locket he and Dumbeldore got from the cave that turned out to be a dummy. (Is it possible there's a piece of Dumbeldore's soul in there?) And who is R.A.B.? Once Harry finds out, he may find himself with a new ally, possibly from beyond the grave! All in all a very satisfying read, but it left me wanting soooo much more. JK Rowling is freakin' brilliant! I don't know HOW she'll ever top or even equal this series of books, but I guess she doesn't have to. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skyyhi 0 #72 July 18, 2005 Oh yeah, Tigra. . . SPOILER. . . QuoteI've also got a wacky theory about Harry's new "talisman"- the locket he and Dumbeldore got from the cave that turned out to be a dummy. (Is it possible there's a piece of Dumbeldore's soul in there?) And who is R.A.B.? Once Harry finds out, he may find himself with a new ally, possibly from beyond the grave! Yes, I was thinking that very same thing. There is definitely more to that than had been let on. I am hoping she will release the next book in a year rather than 2. . .because I will be impatient for more. . .lol________________________________________ Take risks not to escape life… but to prevent life from escaping. ~ A bumper sticker at the DZ FGF #6 Darcy Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tigra 0 #73 July 18, 2005 SPOILER!!!!! I think Snape will be instrumental in Harry's bringing Voldemort down in book 7, but he'll lose his life in the process. Redemption and all that deep stuff, you know? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tigra 0 #74 July 18, 2005 I've just realized who RAB is. I guess I should have figured it out sooner! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kris 0 #75 July 18, 2005 QuoteI've just realized who RAB is. I guess I should have figured it out sooner! Oh? Do tell!I just finished the book last night. It's going to be a long wait until #7 comes out. I have to agree with the conclusions on Snape. That's exactly how I see it going as well.Sky, Muff Bro, Rodriguez Bro, and Bastion of Purity and Innocence!™ Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
