A friend of mine ordered it from Amazon. He said if it doesn't come today, it's free (pretty sweet deal). But this was the first and last time I waited in line to get it. 2 summers ago I bought a lot on eBay for the first 5 books (all hardback, first editions for $70). When the 6th book came out, my parents just walked into Target a day or 2 after it was released and picked it up.
Up until Book 6 (
Half-Blood Prince) came out, I had absolutely no interest or desire to read the books or watch the films. But something about the buzz surrounding Book 6 peeked my curiosity. When Book 6 came out, Wal-Mart was also selling the other books (all hard-cover, first editions). So I picked them all up that day.
I read Books 1 through 6 in a little over 2 months. I was immediately hooked.
XDCX, so I hear you're working for Target now? How's the wrist and the lawsuit against Wal-Mart? It's been awhile since I've asked.
The case has been settled. Worker's comp came me a reasonable (and hefty) amount of money as compensation. But I've lost 30% use of my left hand (which really isn't a huge deal, but should any problems arise, it'll be taken care of, free of charge.) Thanks for asking.
Oh and by the way, I did read chapter 1 last night and I'm about to read chapter 2 right now
I'm about to start Chapter 4. One thing I was concerned about heading into this book was that there wouldn't be much humor, as the story has gotten increasingly darker as the series has progressed.
But there were a few times in the first 3 chapters where I laughed out loud. So that's a good sign.
