by Jim Butcher
First published 2003
Harry Dresden, Chicago's only professional wizard, is hired by a mysterious priest to recover the stolen Shroud of Turin. As Harry investigates, he uncovers a sinister plot involving powerful vampires who seek to use the relic's ancient power for their own dark purposes. With time running out, Harry must navigate a dangerous world of magic, intrigue, and shifting allegiances to stop the vampires and return the Shroud to its rightful place.
Genres: mystery, fantasy, thriller, urban-fantasy
Vibes: dark, fast-paced, suspenseful
Tropes: investigative-protagonist, supernatural-elements
Setting: Chicago (Ill.)
464 pages · Paperback · Ace