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Fool Moon (The Dresden Files, #2)
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This was another fun romp through the streets of Chicago with my favorite wizarding detective, Harry Blackstone Copperfield Dresden. In Fool Moon Harry manages to get himself in even more trouble than he did in book 1. But he always manages to come out the other side. Not unscathed though, as he did manage to take quite a beating in his quest to solve the crime.
Fool Moon starts out with Lieutenant Murphy again asking for Harry’s help on a murder case that seems beyond the bounds of mere human activity. As Harry gets involved and begins following leads, he quickly finds himself in over his head. His quick thinking and magic can usually help get him out of a tight spot, but he may need more than his wit and unique talent to survive this case.
A great element to these books are Harry’s interactions and relationships with the other characters. The friendship that Harry has with Lieutenant Karrin Murphy of the Chicago PD is always on rocky ground. The relationship between Harry and supernatural reporter Susan Rodriguez is getting very interesting and one to keep an eye on. And let’s not forget the crime lord Gentleman Johnny Marcone. Harry and Johnny continually cross each other’s paths and I have a feeling it will eventually come to a boiling point. All of these characters add a certain layer of depth to Harry’s story, and play more to his character than just being a wizard or detective. He continually explains his feelings for each one and it gives the reader a deeper look at the human side of Harry and not just Harry the wizard.
I’m still digging the old school detective vibe these books have. I know I mentioned this in my review of Storm Front. But this element means so much to making these books so interesting and fun. Also, there is never a dull moment in these books. Whether Harry is at home making potions with Bob, hanging at MacAnally’s Pub, or roaming the streets of Chicago on a case, he always manages to be a magnet for demons, vampires, or any other supernatural beings that roam the dark alleys and shadows. I can’t wait to see what kind of mysteries the coming adventure holds. Next up…Grave Peril!!!
Actual Rating: 4 stars ****
Fool Moon starts out with Lieutenant Murphy again asking for Harry’s help on a murder case that seems beyond the bounds of mere human activity. As Harry gets involved and begins following leads, he quickly finds himself in over his head. His quick thinking and magic can usually help get him out of a tight spot, but he may need more than his wit and unique talent to survive this case.
”To much work and no play makes Harry a paranoid boy.”
A great element to these books are Harry’s interactions and relationships with the other characters. The friendship that Harry has with Lieutenant Karrin Murphy of the Chicago PD is always on rocky ground. The relationship between Harry and supernatural reporter Susan Rodriguez is getting very interesting and one to keep an eye on. And let’s not forget the crime lord Gentleman Johnny Marcone. Harry and Johnny continually cross each other’s paths and I have a feeling it will eventually come to a boiling point. All of these characters add a certain layer of depth to Harry’s story, and play more to his character than just being a wizard or detective. He continually explains his feelings for each one and it gives the reader a deeper look at the human side of Harry and not just Harry the wizard.
”It isn’t enough to stand up and fight darkness. You’ve got to stand apart from it, too. You’ve got to be different from it.”
I’m still digging the old school detective vibe these books have. I know I mentioned this in my review of Storm Front. But this element means so much to making these books so interesting and fun. Also, there is never a dull moment in these books. Whether Harry is at home making potions with Bob, hanging at MacAnally’s Pub, or roaming the streets of Chicago on a case, he always manages to be a magnet for demons, vampires, or any other supernatural beings that roam the dark alleys and shadows. I can’t wait to see what kind of mysteries the coming adventure holds. Next up…Grave Peril!!!
”It’s all right to be afraid. You just don’t let it stop you from doing your job.”
Actual Rating: 4 stars ****
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Reading Progress
May 17, 2016
– Shelved as:
to-read
May 17, 2016
– Shelved
January 6, 2017
– Shelved as:
top-priority
June 17, 2019
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Started Reading
June 17, 2019
– Shelved as:
urban-fantasy
June 18, 2019
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34.03%
""I looked up through the clear night at the almost-full moon. Werewolves jumping through windows at gangsters' lackeys in unfinished restaurants. A mangled corpse in the middle of a blood-drenched floor. Berserk FBI field agents drawing guns and shooting to kill. A little kung fu, a little John Wayne, and a few casual threats.
So far, I thought, my nerves jangling, just one more night on the job.""
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So far, I thought, my nerves jangling, just one more night on the job.""
June 20, 2019
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61.57%
"You got that paper cup? Right, then. All we need is a stuffed animal."
He stared at me. "Wh-what did you say?"
"A stuffed animal, man!" I roared at him. "Don't mess with a wizard when he's wizarding!"
Bahaha! Take it easy on the kid Harry. Not everyone knows stuffed animals can be used as a wizards tool. xD"
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He stared at me. "Wh-what did you say?"
"A stuffed animal, man!" I roared at him. "Don't mess with a wizard when he's wizarding!"
Bahaha! Take it easy on the kid Harry. Not everyone knows stuffed animals can be used as a wizards tool. xD"
June 21, 2019
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Finished Reading
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Steven wrote: "They really get awesome at book four!!! :)Just an FYI, when you start the third one, he introduces a new character but the way it's written makes it seem like he was introduced prior and you shou..."
Thanks for the heads up, Steven! I plan on starting book 3 this weekend and that would have drove me crazy trying to figure out.
Looks like you are on a roll! Keep on rolling, Jody! :)
Thanks, Marie! Got to keep the momentum going. :)
Jody wrote: "Thanks, Marie! Got to keep the momentum going. :)"It looks like you are going to be in Harry's world for a long time! lol
I have to eventually get back into that world too as I am nowhere near done either! :)
wait until they really take off!!
Great review, bro! I'm glad you're having fun. :)
Thanks, bro! I am having a blast with this series.
Wow, looks like you’re really enjoying yourself with this series. I felt that I need to pick this up again. Great review, Jody.
Thank you, TS! I am having a great time with this series so far. :D
Awesome review, Jody! This series rocks!! Onto the next book, Grave Peril! :)
Marie wrote: "Awesome review, Jody! This series rocks!! Onto the next book, Grave Peril! :)"Thank you, Marie! I began reading Grave Peril last night and it starts off with a bang. Really cool beginning. :)
Great review Jody!! Glad you are still loving this series. It get so much better too as the series advances.
Ginger wrote: "Great review Jody!! Glad you are still loving this series. It get so much better too as the series advances."Thank you, Ginger! :) Harry is quickly becoming one of my all-time favorite urban fantasy characters.
Jody wrote: "Thank you, Ginger! :) Harry is quickly becoming one of my all-time favorite urban fantasy characters. "Same here Jody! I love Harry and especially Bob! Bob is the best.
You'll also love Mouse when this character comes into the series. :D
Ginger wrote: "Jody wrote: "Thank you, Ginger! :) Harry is quickly becoming one of my all-time favorite urban fantasy characters. "Same here Jody! I love Harry and especially Bob! Bob is the best.
You'll also l..."
I agree! Bob is awesome! Mouse hasn't been mentioned yet, but Michael was just introduced. One of The Knights of the Cross.
Jody wrote: "I agree! Bob is awesome! Mouse hasn't been mentioned yet, but Michael was just introduced. One of The Knights of the Cross."Mouse doesn't show up until the 6th book. Michael is great too! Hell, all the characters are good. :D
Just an FYI, when you start the third one, he introduces a new character but the way it's written makes it seem like he was introduced prior and you should know who he is already... he's new and not introduced before this! (in case you get confused and try to look it up, this way you miss some spoilers that I saw accidentally).