Battle Ground

Dresden Files, Book 17

By: Jim Butcher

Narrated by: James Marsters

THINGS ARE ABOUT TO GET SERIOUS FOR HARRY DRESDEN, CHICAGO’S ONLY PROFESSIONAL WIZARD, in the next entry in the #1 New York Times bestselling Dresden Files.

Harry has faced terrible odds before. He has a long history of fighting enemies above his weight class. The Red Court of vampires. The fallen angels of the Order of the Blackened Denarius. The Outsiders.

But this time it’s different. A being more powerful and dangerous on an order of magnitude beyond what the world has seen in a millennium is coming. And she’s bringing an army. The Last Titan has declared war on the city of Chicago, and has come to subjugate humanity, obliterating any who stand in her way.

Harry’s mission is simple but impossible: Save the city by killing a Titan. And the attempt will change Harry’s life, Chicago, and the mortal world forever.

Critic reviews

“Just when you think he can’t take it up a notch, Butcher proves once more that he is freaking amazing. Wicked cool.”—#1 New York Times bestselling author Patricia Briggs

"Urban fantasy at its best, combining spectacular magic and deeply explored character."—Publishers Weekly (starred review)

“The arc begun in Peace Talks comes to a deadly, destructive finish in the 17th 'Dresden Files' book—and nothing will be the same again.”—Library Journal (starred review)

Praise for Jim Butcher and The Dresden Files
“Harry Dresden is a wholly original character in a wholly original world. Every book in the series is a great adventure.”—#1 New York Times bestselling author Charlaine Harris

“I've been reading the Dresden Files for more than a decade, and somehow, every book gets better. It's my favorite kind of story: delightful, deep, complicated, rare, and wonderful.”—#1 New York Times bestselling author Patrick Rothfuss

“Jim Butcher has long proven he can juggle multiple threads of political intrigue, personal drama, and threat with a masterful use of action and tension. . . . Harry’s hard-earned grit keeps his head above the magical waters and me on the edge of my seat.”—#1 New York Times bestselling author Kim Harrison

“Think Buffy the Vampire Slayer starring Philip Marlowe.”—Entertainment Weekly

“One of the most enjoyable marriages of the fantasy and mystery genres on the shelves.”—Cinescape

“Takes the best elements of urban fantasy, mixes it with some good old-fashioned noir mystery, tosses in a dash of romance and a lot of high-octane action, shakes, stirs, and serves.”—SF Site

HELL YES!!

As part 2 to Peace Talks, I am blown away by Jim's writing on this project. While all the Dresden Files books have incredible, this two part special release was beyond phenomenally epic! It has most definitely been worth the wait. So many answers and new questions, as well as bringing back so many characters who have not been seen in a long time. Thank you Mr. Butcher!!! Thank you! Thank you! Thank you!

Don’t let Shannon dissuade you. Good series

Absolutely no one cares that Shannon doesn’t like fight scenes. The Dresden files have been a staple series that is continue to capture my attention and bring me joy.
Clearly, this book was not written for Shannon, but it was written for all the fans of the Dresden files. Thank you, Mr. Butcher.

the best

this is my fave book of the series. eagerly awaiting for the next. also. who doesn't love James Marsters acting narrative?! amazing.

AMAZING

Another great book, was wondering how this 2 part event would turn out and it was great.

Surprising

Not gonna lie....misted up a bit on this one. You’ll know the part I’m talking about. The quality of the voice acting gutted me.....and I loved every moment of it! It was the most beautiful pain I’ve ever felt.

Those that know Jim Butcher’s work know that he can bring it, describing difficult concepts in a visceral way.

Those that know James Marsters’ work know that he can bring it, giving voice to the emotion of scenes.

They both have outdone themselves in this work. I thought that Changes was a roller coaster ride. That is nothing compared to this book.

Kudos gentlemen! I never knew that I could be so touched and moved by simple words. You have proven me delightfully, profoundly wrong and I have never been so happy to have it be so.

Thank you both!