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Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince

Fiction | Novel | Middle Grade | Published in 2005

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Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince (2005) is the sixth book in the seven-part Harry Potter series penned by J. K. Rowling. The book revolves around the titular character Harry Potter, who is a wizard, and the events that take place during his sixth year at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry.

Joanne Rowling, known by her pen name J. K. Rowling, is a British author best known for her immensely popular fantasy series, Harry Potter. Published between 1997 and 2007, the Harry Potter series broke several publishing records, and it continues to be the highest-selling book series in literary history. The books have spawned multiple films, merchandise, and themed attractions, among others. Rowling’s work has earned her many awards and honors, including multiple “Children’s Book of the Year” awards and an appointment to the Order of the British Empire (OBE).

The story opens with the wizarding world at war after the return of the dark wizard, Lord Voldemort. Harry is prophesied to be the one who will vanquish Voldemort, and his sixth year at Hogwarts sees him receiving lessons from Headmaster Albus Dumbledore as preparation for his blurred text
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