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Re: She's an interesting combination of tropes, one might say... Camilla Send a noteboard - 28/07/2010 02:15:24 PM
I think she brings an interesting dynamic with her. She is infuriating, yes, but not in the way Dobby is. I keep wondering what her motives are. Is she taunting Harry, seeing how far she can push him, or is she simply drunk and not aware of the effect of her words? It is interesting that she so blithely insults Petunia's sister, for example, and Petunia by extension, in her talk of bad blood.

Part of her - the almost military manner, the strong suggestions that she's a life-long bachelor, her dogs - fits in with a type of woman one encounters at times in British books (not so much in books from elsewhere, though :P ). But generally those women are tough but fair, and think highly of sportsmanship (in sports or elsewhere). McGonagall fits the description almost to a T (funny expression, that), and in books like Enid Blyton's or Agatha Christie's (yes, so I read much more of those than of actual respected literature, sue me :P ) there's tons of these women.


Yes. They tend to be upper-class, though. Marge is decidedly middle class, going by Vernon and Petunia. Although she does wear tweed, which would suggest she might belong in that group of women after all. Hmmm.

But since Marge is Vernon's sister here, Rowling seems to omit the tough-but-fair thing, and gives her a mean and petty streak instead, and lets her cuddle and shamelessly spoil Dudley, which makes for an odd combination with the rest.


Hmmm, yes.

Her motives are unclear as well, I agree. Neither her apparent love for Dudley nor her hate for Harry make too much sense (though obviously Vernon will have told her all kinds of lies about Harry). Some people simply like to pick on others because they're bored or to make conversation, and I guess Rowling made her like that.


I have her pegged as a mean drunk at the moment. She seems to get more vicious the more cognac she imbibes.

I like it when Harry finally takes a stand. In fact, his ``I've had enough!'' had my full support. Usually when Harry stands up for himself/someone else, I am less inclined to support him, as it is clearly the wrong reaction most of the time. But here it was spot on. Not very good for long term planning, of course, but the reaction was appropriate to (and understandable in light of) the provocation. I'll get back to that in the writing style section.

It's definitely an early sign of his troubles keeping his temper under control, which will keep getting him into trouble until very late in the series. He had full justification, but then he often does later as well, that's kind of besides the point. I wonder if Rowling was already planning that to become as big a problem as it does later...


True, although we have already seen it in the first book (not so much in the second?) in his reaction to Snape, especially.

Regarding Harry, I have also always been rather intrigued by how Neville's name is the first to spring to his mind when he is trying to remain incognito. This is interesting in part in view of later revelation that Neville could have had Harry's place if Voldemort had gone for him, but mainly because it offers straaaaaange insights into the deep dark recesses of Harry's subconscious. What those are I am not prepared to say.

Yeah, not very flattering to Neville, that. Harry respects Neville more than most people do, but still not very much yet at this point, I dare say.


Hmmm. Maybe. Do you think that is why he picked his name? Could it be that he identifies with him at this point? That he feels powerless and friendless and that that ties him to Neville in some way?

I wonder what made the Dursleys promise to take Harry back, whether Petunia worked her "he's staying" magic, like she does later (book 5?), or whether they were so desperate to get the strange magical people out of their house they would agree to anything.

I think the Dursleys for all their mistreatment and abuse of Harry are still reluctant to kick their cousin out or refuse to let him come back. It's only when his presence there starts to actually endanger the rest of the family in book five, that kicking him out is on the table.


Probably.

The traits that will make Fudge dangerous later on are there, but only in a rather benevolent state. I am not sure how to explain it better. I'm thinking of how he dismisses the problem of Harry's underage magic and bends the rules in order to get it his way. Because they are helping, rather than hindering, Harry, it is not as salient.

Yeah, his pomposity and patronizing attitude are clear here, as is his tendency to shy away from difficult problems.


Indeed. Of course, we saw his bad side when Hagrid was imprisoned in the last book, so we already know it is there.
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The Great Harry Potter Re-read: Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban Legolas - 28/07/2010 12:00:14 PM 3457 Views
Chapters 1-3. *NM* Legolas - 28/07/2010 12:01:10 PM 1174 Views
Characters. Legolas - 28/07/2010 12:03:36 PM 1996 Views
Aunt Marge Camilla - 28/07/2010 01:13:34 PM 1887 Views
She's an interesting combination of tropes, one might say... Legolas - 28/07/2010 01:40:37 PM 2214 Views
Re: She's an interesting combination of tropes, one might say... Camilla - 28/07/2010 02:15:24 PM 2066 Views
Stan Shunpike. Legolas - 28/07/2010 02:01:46 PM 2014 Views
Re: Stan Shunpike. Camilla - 28/07/2010 02:19:41 PM 1970 Views
True, I forgot Mundungus. And, arguably, Snape. Legolas - 28/07/2010 02:46:38 PM 1924 Views
Re: True, I forgot Mundungus. And, arguably, Snape. Camilla - 28/07/2010 02:50:20 PM 1835 Views
If I'm not mistaken Mark - 30/07/2010 04:36:18 PM 1902 Views
Re: True, I forgot Mundungus. And, arguably, Snape. Tor - 07/08/2010 02:53:43 PM 2282 Views
I think, maybe, it's comparing with other wizarding schools in the world. Rebekah - 08/08/2010 11:35:31 AM 2034 Views
It's not entirely clear, true. Legolas - 08/08/2010 02:44:50 PM 2036 Views
Incorrect Dark Knight - 28/07/2010 04:17:09 PM 1942 Views
Re: Incorrect Camilla - 28/07/2010 06:11:12 PM 2085 Views
Re: Incorrect Dark Knight - 28/07/2010 06:35:31 PM 2041 Views
Colin Creevey is working class. Rebekah - 28/07/2010 06:32:45 PM 1934 Views
Correct me if I'm wrong Dark Knight - 28/07/2010 06:38:20 PM 1961 Views
Ah, that's a good point. Rebekah - 28/07/2010 06:43:00 PM 1874 Views
True Dark Knight - 28/07/2010 06:50:30 PM 1960 Views
Judging by his father's profession, yes. Legolas - 28/07/2010 06:53:02 PM 1976 Views
Re: Judging by his father's profession, yes. Camilla - 28/07/2010 07:34:41 PM 1819 Views
Right. Elaine - 29/07/2010 02:28:34 PM 1948 Views
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Themes, if we can discern any already this early in the book. *NM* Legolas - 28/07/2010 12:04:47 PM 1108 Views
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And the beginning of "appearances can be deceiving". Rebekah - 02/08/2010 11:48:36 PM 1922 Views
First impressions on the news of Sirius Black's escape. *NM* Legolas - 28/07/2010 12:05:26 PM 1106 Views
Aaaah, Sirius. Camilla - 28/07/2010 01:21:32 PM 2008 Views
Re: Aaaah, Sirius. Legolas - 28/07/2010 01:44:50 PM 2090 Views
Re: Aaaah, Sirius. Camilla - 28/07/2010 02:22:17 PM 1836 Views
I was talking about that, yes, among other things. Legolas - 28/07/2010 07:00:08 PM 1832 Views
Re: I was talking about that, yes, among other things. Camilla - 28/07/2010 07:03:11 PM 2091 Views
Thats easy really Dark Knight - 28/07/2010 02:05:26 PM 1919 Views
Writing style. Legolas - 28/07/2010 12:07:24 PM 2013 Views
It is a better book. Camilla - 28/07/2010 02:00:54 PM 1901 Views
Its much more mature writing style I think Dark Knight - 28/07/2010 02:09:33 PM 2118 Views
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Re: Its much more mature writing style I think Camilla - 28/07/2010 02:36:38 PM 1809 Views
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Foreshadowings, details that turn out to be important, etc. *NM* Legolas - 28/07/2010 12:08:07 PM 1041 Views
That is very well done in this book, I thought. Camilla - 28/07/2010 02:08:21 PM 1841 Views
Dont foget the most important foreshadowing! Dark Knight - 28/07/2010 02:15:35 PM 1823 Views
not yet. Camilla - 28/07/2010 02:23:28 PM 1795 Views
What am I doing today? I need some more sleep! Dark Knight - 28/07/2010 02:36:54 PM 1825 Views
Re: That is very well done in this book, I thought. Rebekah - 03/08/2010 05:54:06 PM 1878 Views
Chapters 4-6. *NM* Legolas - 28/07/2010 01:11:45 PM 1029 Views
Characters. Legolas - 29/07/2010 10:23:28 AM 1844 Views
LupinLupinLupinLupinLupinLupin! Camilla - 29/07/2010 11:48:55 AM 1954 Views
Hmmm I'm wondering...is Lupin one of your fav characters? *NM* Dark Knight - 29/07/2010 02:36:20 PM 974 Views
Could be, could be. Camilla - 29/07/2010 02:37:41 PM 1894 Views
Well it was subtle so I don't think many people will catch it *NM* Dark Knight - 29/07/2010 02:41:38 PM 1020 Views
Subtlety is what I do *NM* Camilla - 29/07/2010 02:43:00 PM 1001 Views
He is so lovely. Rebekah - 03/08/2010 06:00:26 PM 1990 Views
Re: He is so lovely. Camilla - 03/08/2010 06:10:34 PM 1866 Views
Is it premature to argue Harry's starting to get alienated from Ron and Hermione here? Legolas - 30/07/2010 01:48:06 PM 1827 Views
I don't think it's too early. StormCrow - 30/07/2010 06:26:15 PM 1749 Views
I don't think it's too early to argue that. Rebekah - 03/08/2010 06:02:17 PM 1989 Views
Re: Is it premature to argue Harry's starting to get alienated from Ron and Hermione here? Camilla - 08/08/2010 11:05:02 AM 1719 Views
Themes. *NM* Legolas - 29/07/2010 10:24:31 AM 924 Views
Death and fear of death Camilla - 29/07/2010 11:51:25 AM 1822 Views
Writing style. Legolas - 29/07/2010 10:26:07 AM 1878 Views
"Plotting" might be a more interesting discussion point Camilla - 29/07/2010 11:57:20 AM 1982 Views
I was amazed at all the tiny details aria - 29/07/2010 03:25:08 PM 1753 Views
Re: I was amazed at all the tiny details Camilla - 29/07/2010 03:27:04 PM 1856 Views
Introduction of the Dementors. *NM* Legolas - 29/07/2010 10:26:59 AM 1012 Views
They are Rowling's most terrifying creation Camilla - 29/07/2010 12:00:34 PM 1820 Views
Without his knowledge or consent of course *NM* Dark Knight - 29/07/2010 02:31:47 PM 953 Views
Yes Camilla - 29/07/2010 02:34:01 PM 1953 Views
I thinking something thats a little off topic Dark Knight - 29/07/2010 02:40:36 PM 1769 Views
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Ooo I didn't think of that! I like you. We can be friends Dark Knight - 29/07/2010 02:47:31 PM 1792 Views
Mission accomplished. Camilla - 29/07/2010 02:48:35 PM 1853 Views
Yippee! Dark Knight - 29/07/2010 02:52:16 PM 1778 Views
And among her most original, I'd say. Legolas - 30/07/2010 01:53:25 PM 1813 Views
Re: "He's at Hogwarts." Cockatiel of Doom - 04/08/2010 11:51:05 PM 1774 Views
Re: "He's at Hogwarts." Camilla - 04/08/2010 11:52:55 PM 1919 Views
I don't know the answer, but a good place to look would be... (book 4 spoilers) Legolas - 05/08/2010 12:33:20 AM 1796 Views
Indeed, but.... ~spoileriffic for Book 4~ Elaine - 05/08/2010 02:19:22 PM 1781 Views
Good point. Cockatiel of Doom - 05/08/2010 11:06:10 PM 1840 Views
Chapters 7-9. *NM* Legolas - 28/07/2010 01:11:59 PM 1145 Views
Characters. Legolas - 30/07/2010 02:07:20 PM 1757 Views
Re: Characters. Camilla - 30/07/2010 02:50:07 PM 1670 Views
Lupin vs. Snape StormCrow - 30/07/2010 06:10:07 PM 1753 Views
Re: Lupin vs. Snape Camilla - 30/07/2010 06:12:06 PM 1851 Views
Yeah, he knew because of Sirius' little slip. StormCrow - 30/07/2010 06:27:36 PM 1780 Views
I doubt Sirius had to actually say that it was Lupin though. aria - 31/07/2010 04:33:38 AM 1838 Views
Indeed Camilla - 02/08/2010 10:26:31 AM 1890 Views
Plotting and writing. *NM* Legolas - 30/07/2010 02:08:03 PM 895 Views
She is getting good at misdirection Camilla - 30/07/2010 02:50:40 PM 1767 Views
Other things you want to comment on. *NM* Legolas - 30/07/2010 02:13:36 PM 1012 Views
Camilla - 30/07/2010 02:51:13 PM 1748 Views
Good spell and great scene with the Bogart. StormCrow - 30/07/2010 06:19:16 PM 1806 Views
Agree, especially about Neville Seriana Sedai - 31/07/2010 06:21:25 AM 1890 Views
Agreed. *NM* Camilla - 31/07/2010 09:56:53 AM 1010 Views
Yes, excellent scene. nossy - 09/08/2010 08:06:05 PM 1805 Views
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Characters. Legolas - 02/08/2010 12:50:36 PM 1936 Views
Re: Characters. Camilla - 02/08/2010 01:36:53 PM 1766 Views
Plotting and writing. *NM* Legolas - 02/08/2010 12:50:56 PM 866 Views
Re: Plotting and writing. Camilla - 02/08/2010 01:36:49 PM 1996 Views
I caught that too. aria - 02/08/2010 02:50:03 PM 1671 Views
I think it's just an unfortunate way of expressing herself. Legolas - 02/08/2010 02:53:26 PM 1760 Views
Re: I caught that too. Camilla - 02/08/2010 02:53:48 PM 1796 Views
I suspect.... Elaine - 03/08/2010 03:17:32 PM 1961 Views
Re: I suspect.... Camilla - 03/08/2010 03:22:39 PM 1786 Views
I agree aria - 03/08/2010 05:25:10 PM 1800 Views
Re: I agree Camilla - 03/08/2010 05:26:15 PM 1873 Views
Mmmkay. Elaine - 04/08/2010 02:39:14 PM 1837 Views
Trelawny's Predictions StormCrow - 02/08/2010 02:56:53 PM 1786 Views
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Other things - the Marauder's Map, background story on Sirius and the Potters,... *NM* Legolas - 02/08/2010 12:52:30 PM 997 Views
The Marauder's Map seems to be able to do more on this first view than later on... Legolas - 02/08/2010 01:23:19 PM 1891 Views
Re: The Marauder's Map seems to be able to do more on this first view than later on... Camilla - 02/08/2010 01:40:47 PM 1833 Views
I think she did a good job of getting the map out of Harry's hands aria - 02/08/2010 02:44:13 PM 1827 Views
Re: I think she did a good job of getting the map out of Harry's hands Camilla - 02/08/2010 02:46:38 PM 1989 Views
It's not that the map was wrong - on the contrary (book 4 spoilers). Legolas - 02/08/2010 02:47:55 PM 1718 Views
Oh, I see what you are saying. aria - 02/08/2010 02:56:38 PM 1736 Views
Re: It's not that the map was wrong - on the contrary (book 4 spoilers). Camilla - 02/08/2010 02:57:55 PM 1859 Views
No, you and Aria seem to be right - only Harry himself is depicted in miniature. Legolas - 02/08/2010 03:28:11 PM 1831 Views
Re: No, you and Aria seem to be right - only Harry himself is depicted in miniature. Camilla - 02/08/2010 03:31:14 PM 1734 Views
I never got the impression that they were all in miniature. StormCrow - 02/08/2010 03:09:10 PM 1836 Views
Agree about the Twins and my take on Harry's impression of James. StormCrow - 02/08/2010 02:50:11 PM 1782 Views
Re: Other things - the Marauder's Map, background story on Sirius and the Potters,... Camilla - 02/08/2010 01:36:56 PM 1781 Views
What if Dark Knight - 02/08/2010 11:50:28 PM 1642 Views
Re: What if Camilla - 02/08/2010 11:57:26 PM 1751 Views
Chapters 13-15. *NM* Legolas - 28/07/2010 01:12:57 PM 998 Views
Characters. Legolas - 03/08/2010 05:25:47 PM 1790 Views
Re: Characters. Camilla - 03/08/2010 05:29:32 PM 1899 Views
Re: Characters. Rebekah - 08/08/2010 02:21:17 PM 1797 Views
Re: Characters. Camilla - 08/08/2010 02:23:35 PM 1980 Views
OK. I don't like how one-sided the Slytherins are. Rebekah - 08/08/2010 02:30:22 PM 1875 Views
Agreed. Camilla - 08/08/2010 02:37:18 PM 1821 Views
Re: Agreed. Rebekah - 08/08/2010 02:45:30 PM 1792 Views
Re: Agreed. Camilla - 08/08/2010 02:49:59 PM 1771 Views
There are only three named girls in his year in Gryffindor, that I'm aware of. Legolas - 08/08/2010 03:08:51 PM 1815 Views
Re: There are only three named girls in his year in Gryffindor, that I'm aware of. Rebekah - 08/08/2010 03:12:23 PM 1793 Views
But the Sorting Hat decides, and they can't refuse students that I'm aware of... Legolas - 08/08/2010 03:06:53 PM 2008 Views
Re: But the Sorting Hat decides, and they can't refuse students that I'm aware of... Camilla - 08/08/2010 03:10:28 PM 1816 Views
Agreed. Legolas - 08/08/2010 03:03:19 PM 1874 Views
Re: 200 people aria - 09/08/2010 12:09:53 AM 1779 Views
Well. Rebekah - 09/08/2010 08:21:24 AM 1896 Views
True aria - 09/08/2010 02:02:52 PM 1910 Views
we were discussing her numbers in the other thread Deadsy - 12/08/2010 12:49:29 AM 2081 Views
Plotting and writing. *NM* Legolas - 03/08/2010 05:26:12 PM 970 Views
Re: Plotting and writing. Camilla - 03/08/2010 05:31:43 PM 1899 Views
Crookshanks. Rebekah - 08/08/2010 02:22:36 PM 1789 Views
Yes Camilla - 08/08/2010 02:25:12 PM 1772 Views
I knew I saw this somewhere. nossy - 09/08/2010 08:16:01 PM 1723 Views
Re: I knew I saw this somewhere. Camilla - 09/08/2010 09:01:18 PM 1844 Views
pedant. nossy - 09/08/2010 09:27:25 PM 1887 Views
Did they come out and explain Crookshanks? StormCrow - 11/08/2010 04:20:18 PM 1903 Views
Re: Did they come out and explain Crookshanks? Camilla - 11/08/2010 04:21:37 PM 1710 Views
Thanks, thought I was loosing it... well, maybe I am, but I can still read. StormCrow - 11/08/2010 04:26:31 PM 1958 Views
The Quidditch Cup, and anything else you want to discuss. *NM* Legolas - 03/08/2010 05:26:37 PM 988 Views
Re: The Quidditch Cup, and anything else you want to discuss. Camilla - 03/08/2010 05:36:35 PM 1867 Views
Re: The Quidditch Cup, and anything else you want to discuss. Legolas - 03/08/2010 05:48:57 PM 1942 Views
Re: The Quidditch Cup, and anything else you want to discuss. Camilla - 03/08/2010 05:57:06 PM 1833 Views
For Quidditch fans, this is probably the best book. Legolas - 03/08/2010 05:38:49 PM 1807 Views
spoilers in headlines, mister! Camilla - 03/08/2010 05:43:22 PM 1839 Views
I really enjoyed the first quidditch match. aria - 03/08/2010 05:40:37 PM 1744 Views
Jordan's commenting is always great. Legolas - 03/08/2010 06:00:12 PM 1856 Views
Re: Jordan's commenting is always great. Camilla - 03/08/2010 06:18:01 PM 2057 Views
Re: I really enjoyed the first quidditch match. Camilla - 03/08/2010 06:02:53 PM 1797 Views
Chapters 16-18. *NM* Legolas - 28/07/2010 01:13:11 PM 1032 Views
Characters. Legolas - 04/08/2010 04:16:39 PM 1939 Views
Re: Characters. Camilla - 04/08/2010 05:18:56 PM 1846 Views
Re. Sirius. Elaine - 05/08/2010 02:40:41 PM 1936 Views
Witnessing and getting the truth through to Harry. StormCrow - 05/08/2010 10:00:34 PM 1835 Views
Hm. Rebekah - 08/08/2010 02:58:46 PM 1734 Views
Re: Hm. Camilla - 08/08/2010 03:01:48 PM 1649 Views
Re: Hm. Rebekah - 08/08/2010 03:07:29 PM 1862 Views
Re: Hm. Camilla - 08/08/2010 03:12:48 PM 1756 Views
OK Rebekah - 08/08/2010 03:15:10 PM 1795 Views
Re: OK Camilla - 08/08/2010 03:16:23 PM 1863 Views
Plotting and writing. Legolas - 04/08/2010 04:18:52 PM 1730 Views
Re: Plotting and writing. Camilla - 04/08/2010 05:18:04 PM 1606 Views
Heh. Rebekah - 08/08/2010 03:05:16 PM 1879 Views
Other thoughts. *NM* Legolas - 04/08/2010 04:19:15 PM 1107 Views
Re: Other thoughts. Camilla - 04/08/2010 05:19:45 PM 1711 Views
Re: Other thoughts. Rebekah - 08/08/2010 03:09:23 PM 1906 Views
Re: Other thoughts. Camilla - 08/08/2010 03:11:43 PM 1876 Views
Re: Other thoughts. Rebekah - 08/08/2010 03:14:04 PM 1680 Views
Re: Other thoughts. Camilla - 08/08/2010 03:15:51 PM 1742 Views
Chapters 19-20. *NM* Legolas - 28/07/2010 01:13:27 PM 971 Views
Characters. Legolas - 05/08/2010 02:40:22 PM 1625 Views
Re: Characters. Camilla - 05/08/2010 02:45:53 PM 2149 Views
See my sudden realizations on Snape... (spoilers books 4, 6 & 7) Legolas - 05/08/2010 03:04:24 PM 2180 Views
Re: See my sudden realizations on Snape... (spoilers books 4, 6 & 7) Camilla - 05/08/2010 03:13:21 PM 1909 Views
Re: See my sudden realizations on Snape... (spoilers books 4, 6 & 7) Legolas - 05/08/2010 03:54:31 PM 2267 Views
Re: See my sudden realizations on Snape... (spoilers books 4, 6 & 7) Camilla - 05/08/2010 05:01:52 PM 2081 Views
Something I've only just realized about Snape... (massive book six and seven spoilers) Legolas - 05/08/2010 02:53:15 PM 1908 Views
I didn't think of that! Of course you are right! Camilla - 05/08/2010 02:58:45 PM 1876 Views
Plotting and writing. *NM* Legolas - 05/08/2010 02:40:42 PM 877 Views
Re: Plotting and writing. Camilla - 05/08/2010 02:48:02 PM 2071 Views
I think it's a good thing she explains her clues. Legolas - 05/08/2010 03:09:59 PM 1850 Views
Re: I think it's a good thing she explains her clues. Camilla - 05/08/2010 03:16:37 PM 1844 Views
Ah, yes, my bad. Legolas - 05/08/2010 04:02:26 PM 1764 Views
Other thoughts. *NM* Legolas - 05/08/2010 02:41:01 PM 923 Views
killing Camilla - 05/08/2010 02:48:33 PM 1705 Views
Yeah, I noted the same thing. (spoilers for rest of series) Legolas - 05/08/2010 03:12:15 PM 1938 Views
Re: Yeah, I noted the same thing. (spoilers for rest of series) Camilla - 05/08/2010 03:18:12 PM 1743 Views
Chapters 21-22. *NM* Legolas - 28/07/2010 01:13:42 PM 936 Views
And for the last time in this book... characters? *NM* Legolas - 06/08/2010 05:03:30 PM 993 Views
Re: And for the last time in this book... characters? Camilla - 06/08/2010 06:26:23 PM 1814 Views
Plotting and writing. Legolas - 06/08/2010 05:04:14 PM 1661 Views
Re: Plotting and writing. Camilla - 06/08/2010 06:27:54 PM 1674 Views
I normally don't care for time travel. aria - 07/08/2010 01:20:13 AM 1906 Views
And everything else you noticed and want to comment on. *NM* Legolas - 06/08/2010 05:04:46 PM 1022 Views
Re: And everything else you noticed and want to comment on. Camilla - 06/08/2010 06:28:40 PM 1788 Views
I love the very very end. aria - 07/08/2010 01:23:02 AM 2009 Views
Re: I love the very very end. Camilla - 07/08/2010 08:49:50 AM 1789 Views
Overall thoughts. *NM* Legolas - 28/07/2010 01:14:03 PM 1013 Views
Character development. Legolas - 28/07/2010 01:17:20 PM 1731 Views
Harry develops by leaps and bounds Dark Knight - 28/07/2010 02:13:10 PM 1727 Views
Overarching plot and themes. *NM* Legolas - 28/07/2010 01:18:27 PM 939 Views
Things Are Not What They Seem Camilla - 01/08/2010 11:15:23 PM 1713 Views
Rebekah - 02/08/2010 11:51:52 PM 1833 Views
Re: Camilla - 02/08/2010 11:58:30 PM 1775 Views
How good a book is this - compared to the rest of the series, and compared to YA books in general? *NM* Legolas - 28/07/2010 01:19:06 PM 1020 Views
I'd say it is one of the best in the series Camilla - 02/08/2010 10:23:49 AM 1711 Views
Absolutely. Seriana Sedai - 05/08/2010 08:15:20 PM 1880 Views
More of a question, really Camilla - 01/08/2010 10:40:23 PM 1764 Views
I think this is situational and a sad commentary on his home life. StormCrow - 02/08/2010 03:01:49 PM 1604 Views
Well, but the question still remains Camilla - 02/08/2010 03:04:01 PM 1720 Views
Oh, got it. StormCrow - 02/08/2010 03:12:47 PM 1806 Views
Ah, interesting Camilla - 02/08/2010 03:50:41 PM 1854 Views
The problem came down to actually doing the work. StormCrow - 02/08/2010 03:54:21 PM 1778 Views
I never had any. Elaine - 03/08/2010 03:25:07 PM 1704 Views
I'm finding this one more difficult to discuss. Rebekah - 03/08/2010 05:38:01 PM 1783 Views
Apparently you are not alone in that. Camilla - 03/08/2010 05:48:13 PM 1915 Views
I suppose this is more or less the right place for this. Cockatiel of Doom - 04/08/2010 11:59:45 PM 1872 Views
Hehehe Camilla - 05/08/2010 12:14:38 AM 1791 Views
I had totally forgotten about that choir and the Ray Bradbury reference. Legolas - 05/08/2010 12:37:09 AM 1706 Views
Okay, so possibly a Shakespeare reference also used by Bradbury. Whatever. *NM* Legolas - 05/08/2010 12:37:56 AM 930 Views
Possibly? It's the witches in Macbeth. *NM* Rebekah - 05/08/2010 08:36:20 AM 919 Views
Since I'm being scolded, I'll try to focus. nossy - 09/08/2010 06:46:26 PM 1709 Views
Re: Since I'm being scolded, I'll try to focus. Camilla - 09/08/2010 07:16:37 PM 1916 Views
Re: Since I'm being scolded, I'll try to focus. nossy - 09/08/2010 07:57:02 PM 1744 Views
Re: Since I'm being scolded, I'll try to focus. Camilla - 09/08/2010 08:00:01 PM 1815 Views
Suggestions for the re-read. Rebekah - 28/07/2010 06:14:49 PM 1912 Views
I was wondering when this would come up Camilla - 28/07/2010 06:39:01 PM 1746 Views
I knew I was gonna forget something. Legolas - 28/07/2010 06:55:50 PM 1846 Views
Perhaps Camilla - 29/07/2010 09:29:53 AM 1791 Views
I considered that, but it seemed overly non-trusting, and nobody has posted in them yet? *NM* Legolas - 29/07/2010 10:12:23 AM 834 Views
Yet Camilla - 29/07/2010 10:13:44 AM 1820 Views
<Tattoos "Poor Impulse Control" on your forehead> Tim - 29/07/2010 11:00:07 AM 1870 Views
I may be missing a reference Camilla - 29/07/2010 11:03:47 AM 1740 Views
The villain is a huge Aleutian man with such a tattoo. *NM* Tim - 29/07/2010 11:09:30 AM 955 Views
I think a little break might be a good idea. Give people a chance to catch up. Rebekah - 02/08/2010 11:46:13 PM 1832 Views
Re: I think a little break might be a good idea. Give people a chance to catch up. Camilla - 02/08/2010 11:59:20 PM 1774 Views
I think I should make clear, just in case, that I don't mean immediately. Rebekah - 03/08/2010 05:11:26 PM 1723 Views
Yes Camilla - 03/08/2010 05:13:10 PM 1727 Views
Your patience is admirable. *NM* Legolas - 03/08/2010 05:15:45 PM 916 Views
There are no words *NM* Camilla - 03/08/2010 05:16:51 PM 1009 Views
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