by Jim Butcher
Series: The Dresden Files #13
Narrator: James Marsters
Length: 17 hours and 36 minutes
Genres: Urban Fantasy
Source: Purchase
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Chicago wizard Harry Dresden gets a taste of the dead life in this novel in the #1 New York Times bestselling series.
In his life, Harry’s been shot, stabbed, sliced, beaten, burned, crushed, and tortured. And after someone puts a bullet through his chest and leaves him to die in the waters of Lake Michigan, things really start going downhill.
Trapped between life and death, he learns that his friends are in serious trouble. Only by finding his murderer can he save his friends and move on—a feat which would be a lot easier if he had a body and access to his powers. Worse still are the malevolent shadows that roam Chicago, controlled by a dark entity that wants Harry to suffer even in death.
Now, the late Harry Dresden will have to pull off the ultimate trick without using any magic—or face an eternity as just another lost soul...
After the events of the last novel I was a tad worried about how everything would play out. Ghost Story, the thirteenth novel in the Dresden Files was an addictive, sad, funny, twisted tale that kept me listening into the wee hours.
Several months have passed since Harry’s “death” although his body has never been recovered. In the meantime, Chicago has gone to shit.
Harry awakens to find he is somewhere in between the living and the dead. Carmichael, Murphy’s old partner pulls him in to meet the Captain. They task him with finding his killer and restoring balance. I really wondered where Butcher would take things. Harry’s death has messed Molly up and I found myself worried about her. Murphy, Butters and the werewolves have joined forces to protect Chicago along with others. The events in Changes have has far-reaching effects beyond what Harry imagined.
The bits with Butters and the geeky stuff…hilarious! I freaking love his new roommate. I can say no more. Spoilers, darling.
Fighting specters, opened gates, and battles await you. but first we need Mortimer and Sir Stuart (whom I loved). Harry finds himself powerless and a complete noob to the rules of the dead. This provided some humor, but also created obstacles. As usual Harry risks afterlife and bends the rules.
This story read much like an ending to the series. Harry comes to terms with things and the whodunit…wowsers! Had I not known there are more stories I would have wept like a baby.
Butcher weaved danger, twists and humorous moments as I held my breath wondering how he would make things right. Speeches, nods to fandoms, and a killer ending left me reaching for Cold Days.
James Marsters narrates, but I saw that he was not the first. I am glad I came to this series late and got to experience Marsters as the narrator. He has become the voice of Harry and these characters. Why mess with perfection?
Another chilling and addictive installment in the Dresden Files. Ghost Story by Jim Butcher #loveausiobooks #DresdenFiles #UrbanFantasy Share on X
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Mary Reiss
I know how you enjoy this series. I still want to give it a try. Great review!
Mary
Olivia Roach
It reads like the last book in the series but it isn’t the last one right? Because I sort of wish this series would never end so you can keep enjoying it! But it is so interesting that you’ve been able to see the sadness start to get injected into the story.
Anne - Books of My Heart
Fantastic! Yes I saw at the library there were some with the old narrator which I had no interest in them. I thought the novella in Side Jobs was pretty important going into this story. Luckily I was reading every single thing in this series and they’ve done a great job of putting a group of the novellas into a book.
Jen
I originally got this one from the library and they still had the original narrator, so I immediately purchased it on Audible. Yes, fans were so upset that Marsters wasn’t available to narrate this one, that (I believe) Audible paid to have it rerecorded and gave it to all those who purchased the first version!
This one was a tough one, I am definitely going to re-read this series soon. Thanks!
Carla
Wonderful review, sounds like you really enjoyed this series. I don’t think I have listened to anything with this narrator, but good to know he did a great job. I need to start making a list of recommended narrators.
Debbie Haupt
Oh wow, I’m glad there’s more to come for you too Kim. this series is on my list, yes that list
Flora
Great review. I’ve only read the first two books in this amazing series but really loved them; both Jim Butcher’s writing style and James Marsters’ narration. I will be reading more!
sjhigbee
I find myself wishing I’d heard this story, rather than read it as I think I would have enjoyed it far more as an audiobook. As it was, I found it rather stressful read… Thank you for a great review, Kimberly:)
Lindy@ A Bookish Escape
Butters sounds like an awesome character! I love it when a character can make you laugh! The battles and dangerous twists sound like this story was such an awesome page turner! Excellent Review Kim!
Katherine @ I Wish I Lived in a Library
This is a series I’ve really been meaning to read. It sounds like a strong one and I don’t think I’ve ever read any bad reviews of it. I really like the sound of this one – especially the narrator.
Melliane
I’ve only read book 1… so behind lol!
Angela @ Simply Angela
The more I see of your reviews for the Dresden Files, the more I want to pick them up and binge read.
Mary Kirkland
This series does sound like a good one.
Sophia Rose
Looks like the author is stepping up his game with this one. I see myself binging this series when I get the chance.
Angela - Angel's Guilty Pleasures
I skimmed your review. I’m still working on Changes, so I didn’t want to have things spoiled. Thank’s for the review!
sherry fundin
i know you read a lot of butcher’s work. i need to do some catching up. 🙂
Tanya @ Rantings of a Reading Addict
I am so curious about Harry being dead. I definitely need to pick up this series! SO many books though! I need to buckle down and get to my TBR, even if they are very long series or I’m never going to get to these gems!
Cynthia
I have not read this author ye but you have me sooo… interested! Great review and thanks for sharing.
Nadene
For a moment you had me in shock when you said Harry died, but then I read further and breathed a sigh of relief.
Nick
Woo! That’s a relief that this was good even though you were a little wary after the last book. I’m so curious about this roommate!