I thought that it might be fun to read together, and to share theories about what we thought was going to happen next. I'm enthused by the idea of sharing a common thread and being caught up in the same story at the same time!
Perhaps a compromise: what if I only read one chapter ahead of you, so I can tell you if or where it gets bloody and how bad it is? Then, if you prefer to skip that part, I can point out how far to skip ahead and tell you just the facts of what happens so you don't miss a clue -- well, at least, not unless I miss it too?