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Side Jobs (The Dresden Files, #12.5)

Jim Butcher
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Side Jobs (The Dresden Files, #12.5)

Fiction | Anthology/Varied Collection | Adult | Published in 2010

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Jim Butcher

Side Jobs (The Dresden Files, #12.5)

Fiction | Anthology/Varied Collection | Adult | Published in 2010
Book Details
Pages

418

Format

Anthology/Varied Collection • Fiction

Setting

Chicago, Illinois • Contemporary

Publication Year

2010

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

Side Jobs by Jim Butcher is a collection of short stories set in the world of The Dresden Files. The compilation includes tales like "Restoration of Faith," "Vignette," and "Last Call," highlighting Harry Dresden, wizard and private investigator, as he tackles various supernatural cases between novels in the series.

Reviews & Readership

4.5

60,179 ratings

85%

Loved it

14%

Mixed feelings

1%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Jim Butcher's Side Jobs is well-regarded for its engaging short stories that add depth to the Dresden Files universe. Fans appreciate the character development and new perspectives, though some feel the collection is uneven in quality. The book is praised for its entertaining and quick read, capturing the essence of the series.

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Who Should Read Side Jobs (The Dresden Files, #12.5)?

Readers who relish fast-paced urban fantasy with a witty protagonist will enjoy Jim Butcher's Side Jobs. Fans of Neil Gaiman's Neverwhere or Patricia Briggs' Moon Called will find Butcher's collection of Harry Dresden short stories captivating and engaging. Ideal for those who love intricate magical worlds and sharp dialogue.

4.5

60,179 ratings

85%

Loved it

14%

Mixed feelings

1%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

418

Format

Anthology/Varied Collection • Fiction

Setting

Chicago, Illinois • Contemporary

Publication Year

2010

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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