I read the first half of the first book. It felt alot like the Harry Potter series to me, and I truly enjoyed it. I didn't finish it because I got lost in Dresden Files and read the first 14 books, but I would recommend this series.
This is my 15 pound cat, Michelle. I named him Michelle before I found out he was male. I'm figuring he'll never know he has a female name, and i'm not changing it.
I think mine would be some kind of a bird. I'm afraid of heights, but part of me would love to fly. I think being a bird would help me overcome my fear and I'd relish flying.