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Proven Guilty (The Dresden Files, #8)

Jim Butcher
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Proven Guilty (The Dresden Files, #8)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2007

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Jim Butcher

Proven Guilty (The Dresden Files, #8)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2007
Book Details
Pages

547

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Chicago, Illinois • 2000s

Publication Year

2007

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

Proven Guilty by Jim Butcher follows Harry Dresden, a wizard and private investigator, as he navigates a series of magical attacks at a horror film convention in Chicago. Amidst facing personal challenges and dark forces, Harry must uncover the truth behind the attacks and deal with the growing threats to his city.

Reviews & Readership

4.6

132,517 ratings

90%

Loved it

9%

Mixed feelings

1%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Proven Guilty, part of Jim Butcher's Dresden Files, receives praise for its engaging action, character development, and dark, intriguing plot. However, some readers find the pacing uneven. While the protagonists shine, a few minor characters felt underdeveloped. Overall, it's a compelling addition that balances thrilling narrative with emotional depth.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Proven Guilty (The Dresden Files, #8)?

Readers who enjoy Proven Guilty by Jim Butcher typically appreciate urban fantasy, detective noir, and mythology. Fans of Neil Gaiman's Neverwhere or Charlaine Harris's Dead Until Dark will likely be drawn to its blend of supernatural elements, gritty storytelling, and complex character dynamics.

4.6

132,517 ratings

90%

Loved it

9%

Mixed feelings

1%

Not a fan

Fun Facts

Proven Guilty continued the tradition of mixing urban fantasy with elements of noir and detective fiction in The Dresden Files series, further establishing Harry Dresden as a hard-boiled wizard detective.

The book delves deeper into the magical laws and politics that govern the wizarding world, offering readers a broader understanding of the series' unique universe.

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Fans of the series appreciate how Proven Guilty explores Harry Dresden's complex relationships, revealing more about his personal life and the burden of his responsibilities.

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Book Details
Pages

547

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Chicago, Illinois • 2000s

Publication Year

2007

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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