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

Dresden is Back

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

I always recommend Dresden to friends.

What was one of the most memorable moments of Cold Days?

Dreseden and the Wild Hunt was one of the highlights of the Novel.

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

Cat Sith was my favorite, I hope he returns

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

The End moved me the most, it ended in typical Dresden fashion, leaving you wanting more.

It's like a reunion with an old friend

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

Hearing the Characters as the voices should sound. All the respect to John Glover, he did a fantastic job. But after 12 books with James Marsters it was like a cold unpleasant shower hearing Mr. Glover's rendition during Ghost Story. I'm very happy that James Marsters is back.

Who was your favorite character and why?

I guess I'm most shocked at the arc that Mab took during the story. She's still not exactly a sympathetic character, but we find out that there is a whole heckuva lot more about her than just "mean powerful woman obsessed with Harry". She has much more depth now in my mind. I also have to mention Molly. I've always loved the relationship Harry and Molly have developed and now I'm super excited to see where it goes from here. But holy cow... can you even imagine what Charity is going to say?

What does James Marsters bring to the story that you wouldn’t experience if you just read the book?

I read the hardcover first. After listening to James read 12 books to me the voices are indelibly stuck in my head. It's like a comfy house coat and big fluffy slippers when James reads Harry. It's just not right without him.

If you were to make a film of this book, what would be the tag line be?

Harry's Back! And Hell has frozen over!

Any additional comments?

I'm glad Mr. Butcher brought James Marsters back. And I'm also glad he is more efficient than some other Fantasy Novelists out there (*cough* G.R.R. Martin *cough*). Even so, I crave to find another Modern Urban Fantasy that approaches the enjoyment level the Dresden Files have always given me. And I am already eagerly looking forward to book 15! I hope the series never ends! Long Live Harry Dresden!

Jim Butcher + James Marsters = Win

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

Jim Butcher's Dresden Files books are just awesome, and this is another great one with lots of fun with the Fay, hearkening back to some of the earlier books like Summer Knight.

Also, I adore James Marsters as a narrator. He's the best audiobook narrator I've ever heard, bar none, and is perfect match for Harry Dresden.

Ties everything together! Awesome job Jim!!!

Freaking loved it. I have listened to it over 5x's. I'm an over the road truck driver and this is the coffee that keeps me working through the loooong nights! Keep'em coming Mr. Butcher.

Fantastic!

One of his best! The reader definitely needs to have read the rest of the series to understand all the references to previous adventures, though.

So hooked on this series.

Butcher continues to reach new heights in his writing. The stories grow in depth of character, humour and suspense with every new release. Though I love to read, the performance of the narrator makes this a favorite go to audio series for long trips and commutes. I love this work.

LOVE Harry!!!

Would you listen to Cold Days again? Why?

Yes! Becuz I Love Harry and I Really liked this Story!

Who was your favorite character and why?

Harry of course! Becuz he NEVER disappoints as far as character growth he just keeps getting better!!

Have you listened to any of James Marsters’s other performances before? How does this one compare?

yes I have in Jim Butcher's CHANGES....I think his Performance Fabulous in Both! and I Agree James Marster's IS Harry! PLEASE keep Mr. Marster's as the READER!!

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

Some parts Made me laugh, I haven't quite finished yet So.....

Any additional comments?

I was alittle hesitate about starting a new series and Author BUT I Glad I did I REALLY Like Harry!!

Home Run!!

Any additional comments?

So eager for the next book... but the chick in me is pissed about the lack of "romance follow through". lol, ah well. Still, Butcher did NOT leave us out in the cold (yuk yuk) with this story. Amazing action, fantastic drama and I am crazy excited to see what happens next!

Awesome

Love it. Probably my favorite in the series. I love the high stakes stories. Great performance by Marsters as always.

best yet

this is the best Dresden book yet
a must read or(listen) if there ever was one