Even Muggle governments have noticed that the fight against Voldemort is not going as smoothly as they had hoped. Ron looks through the obituary sections of the Daily Prophet in search of names that are recognisable to him. Long spans of time have passed since Dumbledore’s last visit to Hogwarts, and the Order of the Phoenix has already lost casualties as a result. And yet . . .
Even in times of conflict, life continues. The Weasley twins broaden their horizons in the business world. Students in their sixth year learn to apparate, which results in some temporary thinning of the brow hairs. Teenagers engage in sexual activity, engage in fights, and fall in love. Even though Harry never has it easy at school, the mysterious Half-Blood Prince provides him with some amazing assistance.
In this complexly plotted sixth part of the Harry Potter saga, the focus shifts from Harry’s adventures abroad to his life back at home. Harry will begin his quest for the Horcruxes at Hogwarts.
