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J. K. RowlingHarry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince
Fiction | Novel | Middle Grade | Published in 2005A modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more.
Before You Read
Super Short Summary
In Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince, Harry Potter's sixth year at Hogwarts revolves around his lessons with Dumbledore to defeat Voldemort, uncovering the truth about Horcruxes, and Draco Malfoy's secret mission. Harry learns more about Voldemort's past, uses a mysterious potions book, participates in an epic search for a Horcrux, and faces tragedy that sets the stage for the final battle against dark forces.
Reviews & Readership
Review Roundup
Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince by J.K. Rowling is widely praised for its darker tone and character development. Critics appreciate the backstory depth and the intricate, suspenseful plot. However, some feel it’s slower-paced compared to earlier books. Overall, it’s a compelling penultimate novel in the series that sets the stage for the final showdown.
Who Should Read Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince?
Readers who enjoy Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince by J.K. Rowling are typically fans of fantasy, coming-of-age stories, and intricate plotlines. Similar works include J.R.R. Tolkien's The Lord of the Rings series and C.S. Lewis's The Chronicles of Narnia, which also combine magical worlds with deep character development.
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Novel • Fiction
United Kingdom • 1990s
2005
Middle grade
12-18 years
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