Cold Days

The Dresden Files, Book 14

By: Jim Butcher

Narrated by: James Marsters

Length: 18 hrs and 47 mins

Publisher's summary

Harry Dresden lives!

After being murdered by a mystery assailant, navigating his way through the realm between life and death, and being brought back to the mortal world, Harry realizes that maybe death wasn’t all that bad - because he is no longer Harry Dresden, Chicago’s only professional wizard. He is now Harry Dresden, Winter Knight to Mab, the Queen of Air and Darkness.

After Harry had no choice but to swear his fealty, Mab wasn’t about to let something as petty as death steal away the prize she had sought for so long. And now, her word is his command, no matter what she wants him to do, no matter where she wants him to go, and no matter who she wants him to kill. Guess which one Mab wants first?

Of course, it won’t be an ordinary, everyday assassination. Mab wants her newest minion to pull off the impossible: kill an immortal. No problem there, right? And to make matters worse, there exists a growing threat to an unfathomable source of magic that could land Harry in the sort of trouble that will make death look like a holiday.

Beset by enemies new and old, Harry must gather his friends and allies, prevent the annihilation of countless innocents, and find a way out of his eternal subservience before his newfound powers claim the only thing he has left to call his own… his soul.

©2012 Jim Butcher (P)2012 Penguin Audio

Wow! what a story!

This was such a great book in the series. fast paced and awesome. get this one

I would put more stars if I could

What made the experience of listening to Cold Days the most enjoyable?

The plot of the Dresden files just gets better can't wait for the next book!!!

Cold Days is a Hot Book

Where does Cold Days rank among all the audiobooks you’ve listened to so far?

In the top 70 percent.

Who was your favorite character and why?

The Lead Character, Harry

Which scene was your favorite?

The Big Battle on the Island

Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you?

Several, Harry is a very introspective character. Deciding what is the right thing to do when all paths seem to lead to darkness, is compelling.

Any additional comments?

You should read some of the earlier books in the Dresden Files first. They will help you understand underlying themes.

Just keeps getting better & better.

I am looking forward to the next 14 volumes of the escapades of this "Warden".

Harry's back and kicks more butt than ever!

The story of Harry Dresden coping, or attempting to cope, with being the Winter Knight is very compelling. The twists and turns this book takes are typical Butcher, and are as good, or better, than ever. Harry's cast of pals is back and haven't lost a beat, plus we see a side of Mack we never have before. The best part of the audio book is that James Marsters is back as the narrator, and he is a fantastic Dresden, something that was truly lacking in Ghost Story. I highly recommend this book to all Dresden fans, and if you have yet to start reading the series...What are you WAITING for?!? Go, Go, GO!

The Best

This was the very first Dresden novel I listened too and from there I was hooked! I loved the character references because I'm a Star Wars/Lord of the Rings nerd also! James Marsters is the perfect narrator for these books. From this one, I went back to the beginning and devoured every single one. I've listened to the last one "Skin Game", and hope he has a new one coming out soon! I do miss Bob the Skull's relationship with Harry so I hope they get together soon. All-in-all, if you only pick one- this is the best!

Riviting!

What did you love best about Cold Days?

So happy to have James Marsters back! John Glover did a good job on Ghost Story, but it's like wearing your favorite old slippers rather than the new ones :)
The anger & frustration of Harry's friends over his assumed death & now his position as Winter Knight, has caried over from Ghost Story, but understandably so. Even the readers of this book are going to wonder if (or for how long) Harry can keep the beast inside.
Harry is once again thrust into numerous situations which must each be solved immediatly or the world (or at least his friends & family) will come to an end. He begins to realise that the early days of his career, although slow & unexciting. were a lot easier!

Which scene was your favorite?

I'm so glad to have Thomas back in the story & loved their reunion & the banter they care on.

Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?

Jim Butcher ALWAYS makes me laugh & cry!

Any additional comments?

I hope that the next book takes place very shortly after this one, so that we see how things go between the Winter Knight & the Winter Lady.

back and better than ever

What a way to bring Dresden back. Loved it. Another worthy addition to a great series.

Wonderful

Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?

Glad Marsters is back - he is Harry Dresden. I read rather than heard the previous bookbecause of the other narrator. Great story. I plan to listen a second time very soon

Who was your favorite character and why?

Harry Dresden (and Karen!)

Which character – as performed by James Marsters – was your favorite?

Harry Dresden

Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?

It was engrossing

Any additional comments?

Have Marsters read book 13.

Best of the Series

This was the best book of the series. I couldn't stop listening to it! This is a must read for any Harry Dresden fans.