The Dresden Files Collection 13-15

Storm Front

Jim Butcher

The first book in the Dresden Files series introduces Harry Dresden, a wizard detective in Chicago solving supernatural mysteries. Dresden works as a paranormal consultant for the police, using his magical abilities to investigate dark and dangerous cases. The novel blends hardboiled detective fiction with urban fantasy, featuring wizardry, monsters, and noir-style storytelling. Dresden's witty narration and complex magical world make this a compelling start to an epic urban fantasy series.

American Gods

Neil Gaiman

An epic urban fantasy exploring mythological beings existing in modern America. The novel follows Shadow Moon, who becomes entangled in a supernatural conflict between old gods and new technological deities. Like Dresden, the book features complex magical interactions and a protagonist navigating a hidden supernatural world. Gaiman's rich storytelling and imaginative mythology create a compelling narrative that transcends traditional fantasy genres.

Neverwhere

Neil Gaiman

A fantasy novel exploring a hidden magical London existing beneath the city's surface. The protagonist discovers a supernatural world parallel to ordinary reality, encountering magical beings and complex supernatural politics. Similar to Dresden, the book features a protagonist unexpectedly drawn into a magical underworld. Gaiman's imaginative storytelling creates a rich, immersive supernatural narrative.

Rivers of London

Ben Aarons

A modern fantasy novel featuring Peter Grant, a London police officer who becomes a trainee wizard in the city's magical division. The book combines police procedural elements with supernatural investigations, similar to Dresden's world. Grant discovers a hidden magical underworld within London, solving crimes that blend magic and detective work. The novel offers a witty, intelligent approach to urban fantasy with a unique magical system.

Iron Druid Chronicles

Kevin Hearne

The first book, Hounded, introduces Atticus O'Sullivan, an ancient druid living in modern Arizona. Atticus battles supernatural enemies while maintaining a low profile, using magical abilities and wit to survive. The series shares Dresden's blend of urban fantasy, supernatural action, and humorous narration. Hearne creates a compelling protagonist navigating a complex magical world.

Mercy Thompson Series

Patricia Briggs

The first book, Moon Called, introduces Mercy Thompson, a shapeshifting mechanic dealing with werewolves and supernatural conflicts. Mercy navigates complex magical relationships while solving mysterious supernatural events. The series shares Dresden's urban fantasy style, featuring a protagonist with unique magical abilities. Briggs creates a rich, immersive supernatural world.

Dead Witch Walking

Kim Harrison

The first book in the Hollows series featuring Rachel Morgan, a witch bounty hunter in a world where supernatural creatures coexist with humans. Rachel navigates dangerous magical investigations and complex supernatural politics. The novel shares Dresden's urban fantasy style, featuring a protagonist with magical abilities solving supernatural mysteries. Harrison creates a rich, immersive world with complex characters and intricate magical systems.

Alex Verus Series

Benedict Jacka

The first book, Fated, follows Alex Verus, a divination mage in London solving magical mysteries. Verus uses his unique magical ability to predict potential futures while navigating dangerous magical conflicts. Like Dresden, the series combines detective work with urban fantasy elements. Jacka creates a sophisticated magical world with complex characters and intricate supernatural politics.

October Daye Series

Seanan McGuire

The first book, Rosemary and Rue, follows October Daye, a half-human, half-fae private investigator in San Francisco. Daye solves supernatural mysteries while navigating complex faerie politics. Like Dresden, the series blends detective fiction with urban fantasy, featuring a protagonist with magical abilities. McGuire creates a sophisticated magical world with intricate supernatural dynamics.

Night Shift

Charlaine Harris

A supernatural mystery set in a small Texas town where paranormal beings gather and interact. The novel follows multiple characters investigating mysterious events in a supernatural community. Like Dresden, the book blends detective work with magical elements and features complex supernatural characters. Harris creates an engaging narrative that explores hidden magical worlds within contemporary settings.