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I don't really think it would be a good book for 10 year olds either, but I guess it really depends on the kid. Some kids are really mature and could probably handle it, while others cry when they see Snow White. I myself was ready to hide under my chair a few times toward the end of it! .....

I don't really know Dud, you're 12....what did you think? (maybe we can distract him so he's not staring at the grim)

And Heidi, don't even think about looking at the **spoilers** in the forum on that site you posted! [/font][/font][/font]

Oh don't worry I'm not looking at any spoilers and am actualy beginning to think we need a spoiler thread hereI don't want it ruined though last night I read the most I have yet about 200 pages, and that just isn't me...I'm thinking that the books would be good for middle school but that is just me...if the kids began reading them when they began and Harry was 10then each year or so...I don't know I'd go with the 13 year olds or so, the younger ones would definately be (ok I hope they would be) grossed out with all the snogging Ron is doing heck even I'm grossed out by it, get a grip Ok enough said time to go back to reading

"I've got a great ambition to die of exhaustion rather than boredom." Thomas Carlyle

Depends on the kid. My son reads Robert Jordan, Mercedes Lackey, Terry Brooks, Raymond Feist, David Eddings, Tad Williams, etc. He turned 10 in December. I think if they are used to larger books and multi-faceted plots then yes they might be ready for this kind of reading. If Harry Potter is the thickest book they have ever seen, then no they are not ready for this. Each child is different.

It is all how you raise the child, and whether they naturally pick up reading.

Koi

Empty chairs at empty tables, the room silent, forlorn.

I agree, it definitely depends. But I think a lot of people don't give kids the credit they deserve for being able to digest sophisticated or complex plots in books. I was reading adult books by the time I was 10 or so - I remember the library staff used to constantly ask my mother if I really was allowed to read some of the books I was reading (nothing r rated or anything, just complex storylines!). She knew there was no problem with it; after all I learnt to read when I was three years old. I know that's not typical, but I still hate it when writers write down to kids, thinking they can't handle something more, or like Calla said, writing to the standards and style of TV and movies.

Having said that, I was a little shocked at some of the references and words used in this book - but then it's only to be expected, if the book and characters are supposed to be believable. They are all sixteen/seventeen now after all.

The only way to get rid of a temptation is to yield to it. - Oscar Wilde

I was a bit shocked too!

I don't understand why they lower the reading age and then raise the classification!

I wasn't so into this book, it was flat in comparison to 3,4 & 5. I was still interested, but it was a little more dull than I had hoped.

Perhaps she tried to squash it all into this book so that #7 flowed more easily?

For animals, the entire universe has been neatly divided into things to (a) mate with, (b) eat, (c) run away from, and (d) rocks. - Terry Pratchett

Bought, read and finished.

I was hardly aware it was coming out... took heidi and one of my friends mentioning it to make me realize.

I need to go back, read the previous book, then read this one again. I would have been completely lost if heidi hadn't briefed me on the ending of the last book. Been too long since I've read it.

I thought it was good, but a little bit different than expected. I do agree that the writing style seems to be different. There were some words I stumbled over... seem to be british terms. 'Trainers' and the aforementioned 'snogging' (and I agree, heidi) threw me off for a bit.

I didn't get into the harry potter thing for a while... at the time the first book came out, I was working at my local library, and watched the dozens of copies we had go out time and time again. I waited until the rush was over before picking it up to see what the deal was. I own the series now.

~Meow. Thus spoke the cat.~

"a lot of people don't give kids the credit they deserve for being able to digest sophisticated or complex plots in books."

Agreed

But anyway, my bro is 10 or so years old (I stopped actually counting at about 3 ) & I cant picture him reading 4,5 or 6 But then again, maybe its cuz Im reading them all the time

I think Joanne realised that adults really enjoy her books to, so she's added a bit of "snogging" & such

Speaking in a strictly literary sense, the book is not bad at all. Whoever can say that the literature itself "sucks" is, IMO, readqing too much into the assumed "immaturity" of the genre/series.

Rowling is, though quite repetitive, very good at dialogue and characterization, both of which contribute greatly to the book itself.



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I thoroughly believed Snape would remain on the "good" side of things. Oh well.

I didn't want to even do a spoiler here, yes I finished the book, no I'm not happy...so I created a [link=spoiler thread though I think it should be more of a rant thread or the first post was more of a rant]http://www.fishprofiles.com/files/forums/The%20Recovery%20Room/62102.html" style="COLOR: #FF1493[/link]

"I've got a great ambition to die of exhaustion rather than boredom." Thomas Carlyle

I will buy it and read it but I ain`t really excited by it now, the movies spoilt it a bit!

I used to really like it but now it just not soo amazing, getting bit old

I find harry potter a bit immature nowadays, but it is somewhat of an obligation to finish the series, hence, I reserved it. That's not to say I'll be there at 12, but whatever.

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Sorry the color is going crazyjust like me Highlight it and it will show up

As for meYes, mine is on order, I'll be there at midnight/:'

"I've got a great ambition to die of exhaustion rather than boredom." Thomas Carlyle

I'm pretty excited to read it, but I'm not going to wait in line for it or anything .

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Critical Fertilator: The Micromanager of Macronutrients

"Never read them, never will..."

Read the first page of the first book, then realised it sucked, so I threw it away.

I luv it....saw all movies, read all the books, and am in love with Ron...lol

Ive pre-ordered one.. But its not like im gonna be there a midnight to pick it up

Sorry bout my vote (voted: haven't read 'em). I did actually read the first one jsut to see what all the adults were going crazy for. I think if I was reading it to a littlie and seeing it through their eyes and sharing with them I would feel differently. I just need something different from my reading.

All the best with your countdown and enjoy the latest from Ms Rowling.

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It's not actually on order - the line at the bookstore is always atrocious, so I'm just walking into my local grocer at 12 (actually, at 2am, when I get off work - stupid morning newspaper requires late late late work! ) and buying it. Probably in and out in 10 minutes. Then I can stay up and read the whole thing, sleep for ten hours, and reread it. Loooove weekends.

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Didn't like the movies and i wont even both reading the book! Dunno why but it just didn't interest me in the slightest!

I don't need to go anywhere, I have ordered it from amazon. :88)

well i've never read harry potter but i like the movies on the other hand my sis will difinetly get it!

I love the Harry books, my daughter and I read them together. I won't be in line but will pick up a copy to take on vacation.

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If at first you DO succeed, try not to look astonished.

I love the books & movies too. I haven't ordered a copy but will definitely purchase one. Both the spouse and I read them, as well as two of my children.

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Yep my sons is on order at toys r us, now to find the silly slip of paper...

Empty chairs at empty tables, the room silent, forlorn.

I'll get it once it's available @the library

I bought my younger sister the complete hitchhikers trillogy (yep all 5 books in one handy dandy covered bit of fun) but I don't buy books for myself :%). I knew it was coming out soon and look forward to reading it but just don't like books 4 and on as much as I enjoyed books 1-3.

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Ok I don't think there is as much axcitement as there was 2 years ago with the last book...but hey I'm excited about the new book, and am trying to reread at least book 5 before book 6 comes out, don't think I'll make it, but heck I'm giving it a try:%)

So am I the only one ready for book 6 or has everyone else just given up?

Me I'm ready, and we only have 9.5 days to go

And no I won't ever grow up:%)

Are you ready for the new book?

"I've got a great ambition to die of exhaustion rather than boredom." Thomas Carlyle

Never read them, never will...

I'm kinda lazy and don't read much.

I preordered mine at Amazon several months ago.

I need to re-read #5 for a quick refresher.

I know the feeling Andy, I'm trying to reread #5 it's just taking me forever, and when I fall asleep it keeps slamming me in the face OUCH!!! Start reading we've got less than 103 hrs here I'll be planning and leaving for the party at barnes in nobles in 96 hrsjeez, i need a life!!! hml

"I've got a great ambition to die of exhaustion rather than boredom." Thomas Carlyle

Does anyone know how long it'll be?

Does anyone know how long it'll be?

672 pages

Ouch. I have alot of reading to do

Never read it... never will ... but that may change when my daughter gets a little older and wants to read it.

You guys hear about the leak ??? Hopefully this link will work.
http://www.canada.com/search/story.html?id=122bdf62-0dcb-4321-b238-6ad3176d5f08

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I've got mine ordered but i definitely won't be picking it up at 12. maybe on Saturday afternoon, although i should really be growing out of Harry Potter by now.

ooOOOOoo [link=phantime]http://programs.ywing.net/phantim3/skins.cfm" style="COLOR: #EB4288[/link] has harry potter skins

And hitchhiker skins

*breaks office rules and downloads*

it's okay we use that program as our studio countdown clock anyway .

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I just started as a Manager at my job, and we close at midnight, but if I can count on my crew, they should be able to get me out of there in time for me to run to the mall in excitement!

~*MO*~

dont like reading books.

OK this Muggle is getting dressed and ready to go to the nonsense and party Barnes and Nobles is hosting Hopefully will have as much fun this year as I did 2 years agoI'm at the point I'm just skimming the rest of the book, got some snacks, book 5 (to finish), and some paper to write on (my mind seems to be everywhere and keeping track of my thoughts lately:%)

Laters, I'm off to get my bracelet with the number hml

"I've got a great ambition to die of exhaustion rather than boredom." Thomas Carlyle

Its out today heheeehee

I think the half blood prince is dudley.

Petunia (magic) + Vernon (muggle)
= Dudley half & half
The prince part still has me stumped

*Im upto chapter 11 *

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i've seen a movie or two. but i heard on the radio the other day that people were complaining about the book already and how people are comparing the bombings in the book against what happened in europe last week.

whats up with that? dam dont some of them people have lifes?

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