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  • Written by: J.K. Rowling
  • Narrated by: Jim Dale
  • Length: 18 hrs and 32 mins
  • 4.9 out of 5 stars (4,317 ratings)

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Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince, Book 6

Written by: J.K. Rowling
Narrated by: Jim Dale
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Publisher's Summary

Jim Dale's Grammy Award-winning performance of J.K. Rowling's iconic stories is a listening adventure for the whole family.

There it was, hanging in the sky above the school: the blazing green skull with a serpent tongue, the mark Death Eaters left behind whenever they had entered a building... wherever they had murdered...

Close your eyes and enter the magical world of Harry Potter. In these editions, Jim Dale's characterful narration is so entertaining, fun, and theatrical you can almost hear the crackle of the fire in the Gryffindor common room.

When Dumbledore arrives at Privet Drive one summer night to collect Harry Potter, his wand hand is blackened and shrivelled, but he does not reveal why. Secrets and suspicion are spreading through the wizarding world, and Hogwarts itself is not safe. Harry is convinced that Malfoy bears the Dark Mark: there is a Death Eater amongst them. Harry will need powerful magic and true friends as he explores Voldemort's darkest secrets, and Dumbledore prepares him to face his destiny...

Having become classics of our time, the Harry Potter stories never fail to bring comfort and escapism. With their message of hope, belonging and the enduring power of truth and love, the story of the Boy Who Lived continues to delight generations of new listeners.

©2005 J.K. Rowling (P)2005 Pottermore Limited

What the critics say

"To call Dale a 'reader' of books is like saying Monet was a Sunday painter." (Los Angeles Times)

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my favorite in the series

narrator is good but not my favorite overall well performed worth reading the book Thankyou

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Some compliments for Jim dale :) here you go!

I love Jim dale. your the best Jim dale .







We all love Jim dale :)
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Love

I Love this book and series! The stories are so creative and captivating. Harry Potter is a must read for all generations!
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Hermoine needs to chill

I love the Harry Potter series. It brings me so much nostalgia, and I always leave it feeling like anything is possible. I love Harry's magical world. Things start really getting intense this book and you can tell, JK Rowling has become very comfortable in her writing (in a good way).
Jim Dale is clearly a talented narrator, however I do not agree with all his voice choices, I feel he makes a number of characters sounds super whiney and annoying when I do not see them as such (except I do agree, Hermoine does get a bit annoying this book). After much listening, I was able to overcome that though. The only thing that continues to drive me crazy is how he makes Hermoine say Harry's name. It sounds too drawn out and whiney, reminds me of a little kid saying "moooooom" when they really want candy and the mom says no.
Other than that, I really enjoyed this book and will continue to listen.

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Nice !

This is nice story . I really like this story. Very interesting and Excellent narration. Fantastic

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Jim Dale narrative is enthralling.

Very well read, each character is recognizable and engaging.
I am addicted to Audible and listening to Jim Dale.

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I cried so many times

Amazing book. 10/10 and narrating actor is great. I would definitely recommend Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince to anyone

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awesome

Just the best of these overall wonderful books. RIP AD. He will be missed.

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Great book

Every book in this series is rich with detail, wonderfully written and exquisitely performed. Definitely a Re-listen!

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I love every single thing about this book . I love all of the action.That’s why I rated so high.
Thank you. Nate

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