The speaker expresses frustration toward a friend for introducing them to Morag Fraser and her Hebridean Harpies series, highlighting how this new interest has consumed their time. They mention having never heard of the series before being prompted to attend an event, which has now led to a newfound obsession with the books. The intense engagement is evident as they confess to reading deep into the night, unable to put the book down.

Additionally, the speaker reveals their struggle to balance their reading habits with social commitments, as they find it difficult to step away from the second book, Banshees of Berneray, even during breakfast. This admission illustrates the captivating nature of the stories and the impact of the friend's influence, turning what seemed to be a casual outing into a passionate literary pursuit.