Changes: The Dresden Files, Book 12

De: Jim Butcher

Narrado por: James Marsters

The new novel in the #1 New York Times best-selling Dresden Files series. Long ago, Susan Rodriguez was Harry Dresden's lover - until she was attacked by his enemies, leaving her torn between her own humanity and the bloodlust of the vampiric Red Court. Susan then disappeared to South America, where she could fight both her savage gift and those who cursed her with it.

Now Arianna Ortega, Duchess of the Red Court, has discovered a secret Susan has long kept, and she plans to use it - against Harry. To prevail this time, he may have no choice but to embrace the raging fury of his own untapped dark power. Because Harry's not fighting to save the world...He's fighting to save his child.

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WOW. I'm stunned!

Butcher's latest Dresden File is OUTSTANDING. Yes, totally worthy of All Caps OUTSTANDING. If you think that because you've read his past Dresden novels, you know how this one is going to end... prepare to be shocked. "Changes" is definitely an appropriate title for this book. I won't go into the plot, because anything beyond what the publishers already described would be far too spoilerish.

I also have to say something about James Marsters- the narrator. Holy Cheese Doodles is this guy good. He can make a shout sound like a shout without it hurting your eardrums, he can meld his voice so it sounds, very believably, like a female whisper. He can produce the crack of dry humor and the choke in his throat when deep sorrow is called for. He did an excellent job of narrating this book and I was left wishing he had been hired to narrate the Codex Allera books that Butcher has also written. (but that is another review.)

Can't say enough good things about this one. Definitely worth the buy.

Wow

This is easily the best of the Dresden series thus far. The book is aptly named and aptly written along those lines. The character development is phenomenal and many questions are answered. Those who are saying this is a Finale? Nope. I ain't buying that one. I highly recommend this to Dresden fans but STRONGLY DISCOURAGE this being your FIRST book to introduce Dresden.

I am so pleased that Audible now has the complete series now and I recommend you start at the beginning and have the sweet experience of going through all twelve books.

James Marsters does his very best in this audiobook. It's almost more of a dramatized version than an unabridged audiobook! Thanks, James for such an excellent performance.

Jim Butcher at his best!

This is probably the most fast moving of the books in terms of action, but it doesn't reduce the rich drama and character development along the way that is the hallmark of Butcher's writing.. The only problem I had with the story was the ending, but don't let that keep you from buying it. For any fan of modern/urban fantasy, this book is at the top of the pile.

WOW

My father got me hooked to the Dresden Files with the CD version of Small Favors. After that, I went to my local library and got everything read in order. I became a fanatic.

I ordered this the moment it came out and listened to it every free moment I got. A lot of the past plots, twists, and unexplained endings come together here and it leaves you with the ohhh factor. A lot of it mad me scream at my iphone and say "No, NO, NO"

I won't give anything away, but it is a roller coaster of emotions as well as wondering if there will be a next book. I admit I went to the Jim Butcher website to see there is another book.

I did call my dad up and told him he had to read this one so I had someone to discuss it with. :) If you are a Harry Dresden fan, you will love and yet hate this book for many reasons, but it is a must read.

Can you say "cliff hanger"?

The twelfth book in the series is the best offering yet, IMHO. Nicely paced action, with so many players you need a program to keep them straight. Oh, and the plot twists are superbly woven into the storyline.

A great many pieces of the series puzzle comes together in this book, with closely held secrets being revealed. For the long time Dresden Files followers, the ending will leave you mumbling to yourself in a dark room long after the last word is spoken.

James Marsters delivers a superb performance, and arguably his best, artfully conveying the entire spectrum of human, and inhuman, emotion. His outstanding narrative accurately portrays the emotional state of the characters and captures the gritty, desperate, and "gut wrenching" feel of the story.

Jim Butcher has expertly broadened the depth of the main characters and kept them new and fresh in this telling. Butcher has proven his ability to weave an intricate long term series storyline, while surrounding it with unique and interesting subplots. He again exhibits his extraordinary ability to draw the reader into identifying with the characters so completely, that when he sticks the metaphorical, or actual, knife in, the reader feels it as surely as if it were him or her.

A superb piece of writing with an ending that will leave Dresden Files fans numb.

A definite "MUST READ".

Jim Butcher and James Marsters. Need I say More?

Would you listen to Changes: The Dresden Files, Book 12 again? Why?

Just when you think Dresden couldn't get any better. Wow! I've listened twice.

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

Dresden hands down. In many ways, Marsters and Dresden are one in the same.

Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?

This is definitely a book you'd try to cram into one day ... except real life has a way of creeping up on ya.

Excellent reading, Butcher's story kept fresh

I'm never sure which I enjoy more, the writing or Mr. Marster's readings. Which works out nicely for me, since the who thing is very enjoyable. Other series and titles need to turn their ears and minds to this series. Well plotted and well read.

outstanding stories

James Butcher continues to entertain and surprise me. Every story gets better and better. Of course with the Narrations of James Marsters which does an outstanding read. He captivates and holds my attention through out the entire book.

Great stories and great storytelling I cant wait for another Butcher novel..

The most emotionally punishing Dresden Files novel

The narration at the end of chapter 48 makes this entire story hit home with the force of an oncoming train. It is by far the most emotionally punishing Dresden Files novel yet. It's not a fun read. It's not a hard read. It keeps you up wanting to know what the hell happens next. It makes you want to cry, scream, and give a barbaric yawp. It is amazing.

A Classic

This is a classic series with classic characters such as in Lords of the Ring, Sherlock Holmes, Wizard of Oz, Robin Hood, and the Hobbit. There are puzzles to be solved, relationships forged, and villains to be vanquished and hearts to be won.

James Marsters is excellent when it comes to reading the Dresden Files. I can not separate the actor from the character now. His reading of this particular book was on point and very emotional.

Thank you Jim Butcher for the Harry Dresden universe and I wait for more to come.