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Summer Knight (The Dresden Files, #4)

Jim Butcher
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Summer Knight (The Dresden Files, #4)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2003

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Jim Butcher

Summer Knight (The Dresden Files, #4)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2003
Book Details
Pages

446

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Chicago, Illinois • Contemporary

Publication Year

2003

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

15-18 years

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Super Short Summary

Summer Knight by Jim Butcher follows Harry Dresden, a wizard and private investigator, as he navigates a complex case involving supernatural factions threatening to plunge the world into chaos. This installment is part of the Dresden Files series and blends mystery, magic, and action.

Reviews & Readership

4.4

167,302 ratings

85%

Loved it

13%

Mixed feelings

2%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Jim Butcher's Summer Knight is praised for its fast-paced plot and rich detailing, contributing to the favored Dresden Files series. Critics appreciate its witty dialogue and character development, but some suggest it relies too much on previous installments, potentially alienating new readers. Overall, it is a solid addition with engaging fantasy elements and a captivating protagonist.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Summer Knight (The Dresden Files, #4)?

Readers who enjoy Jim Butcher's Summer Knight often relish urban fantasy with a blend of detective noir. Similar to fans of Neil Gaiman's Neverwhere or Charlaine Harris's Southern Vampire Mysteries, they appreciate intricate plots, supernatural elements, and witty protagonists navigating dark, magical worlds.

4.4

167,302 ratings

85%

Loved it

13%

Mixed feelings

2%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

446

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Chicago, Illinois • Contemporary

Publication Year

2003

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

15-18 years

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