by Jim Butcher
First published 2008
Private wizard Harry Dresden is pulled into a deadly game of intrigue when the powerful Fairy Queen demands a favor. As he navigates the treacherous world of the Fae, Harry must confront sinister forces that threaten to unravel reality itself. With time running out and the stakes higher than ever, he must use every ounce of his cunning and magical abilities to protect the city he loves and stop a catastrophic outcome.
Genres: mystery, fantasy, thriller, urban-fantasy
Vibes: dark, fast-paced, suspenseful
Tropes: found-family, high-stakes
Setting: Chicago
Period: Contemporary
560 pages · Paperback · Ace