Tag Archives: Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince

Talking Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince

Posted on September 24, 2016 by R.J. Southworth

Today was Harry Potter film discussion Number 6 with Rachel, Jeremy and Abby. Given the character development, and many changes from the book, Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince prompted some particularly interesting discussion. It was curious how we all … Continue reading →

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Film review: Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince

Posted on August 30, 2016 by R.J. Southworth

When the film adaptation of Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince first came out, I loved it so much that I saw it twice in the cinema, something I rarely do. I have long considered it my second favourite Harry … Continue reading →

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Re-Reading Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince: Chapters 25-30 and Final Thoughts

Posted on August 10, 2016 by R.J. Southworth

Chapter 25 – The Seer Overheard We may not see much of it, but it’s very nice to see Harry in a proper romantic relationship at last, especially considering how much chemistry he and Ginny have. Professor Trelawney’s account of … Continue reading →

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Re-Reading Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince: Chapters 19-24

Posted on August 9, 2016 by R.J. Southworth

Chapter 19 – Elf Tails Much like how in Prisoner of Azkaban, the situation with Buckbeak defused any antagonism between the trio, so Ron almost dying from poison causes Hermione to realise what’s really important. After Hagrid tells Harry about … Continue reading →

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Re-Reading Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince: Chapters 13-18

Posted on August 6, 2016 by R.J. Southworth

Chapter 13 – The Secret Riddle I can’t hear the name ‘Caractacus’ without thinking of the villain from the cartoon Avenger Penguins. “Of course, it is also possible that (Merope’s) unrequited love and the attendant despair sapped her of her … Continue reading →

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Re-Reading Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince – Chapters 7-12

Posted on August 2, 2016 by R.J. Southworth

Chapter 7 – The Slug Club Harry’s annoyance at Ginny leaving him on the train is the first proper hint that he’s developing new feelings for her. This could be because he’s now had a long period of exposure to … Continue reading →

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Re-Reading Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince: Chapters 1-6

Posted on July 27, 2016 by R.J. Southworth

On Saturday 16th July 2005, Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince was published, and on that morning I headed into town as quickly as I could to get my copy. In WHSmith, not only were the staff all wearing wizard … Continue reading →

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