The threat of Voldemort is fully realized. The world has descended into chaos. Wizards are living their lives in fear. Students are being kept from going to school for fear of what might happen to the school now that the Dark Lord has returned. Harry Potter and the Half Blood Prince is the last step in the journey before the ultimate conclusion. Darker tones along with answers to mysteries that have been bubbling up since the start of the series get answers. Is this book worth your time to read? Let’s find out.