About This Book

In "Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince," Harry confronts Snape about his loyalty to Voldemort and questions his actions throughout the years. Snape reveals that he has been spying on Dumbledore and the Order of the Phoenix for Voldemort, but also explains that he has been able to pass on valuable information to Dumbledore. Narcissa, Draco's mother, asks Snape for help in protecting her son, and Snape agrees to make an Unbreakable Vow to assist Draco if necessary. Dumbledore reveals that Sirius left everything to Harry in his will, including the house at Grimmauld Place. Harry also learns more about Voldemort's past and his connection to the Gaunt family. The book ends with Dumbledore showing Harry two important memories.

Top Highlights

• “And now, Harry, let us step out into the night and pursue that flighty temptress, adventure.”
• From this point forth, we shall be leaving the firm foundation of fact and journeying together through the murky marshes of memory into thickets of wildest guesswork.
• though, is it?” said Harry. “Not after what happened to Katie.”
• “He will only be gone from the school when none here are loyal to him,”
• “It sounds like the sort of thing Fred and George would find funny,” said Mrs. Weasley hesitantly. “Are you sure — ?” “Of course I am!” said Mr. Weasley. “The boys wouldn’t do anything