Out Law: A Dresden Files Novella

Dresden Files, Book 18.5

De: Jim Butcher

Narrado por: James Marsters

The past comes back in a big way for Chicago's only professional wizard in this action-packed novella—now a national bestseller—from the #1 New York Times–bestselling Dresden Files.

In a city that's just beginning to recover from the devastation caused by the Battle of Chicago, Harry Dresden is finally pulling himself together as well. He's ensconced in his own personal castle, healing his various wounds, and training an eager new apprentice. The last thing he wants is any trouble. But, as history has consistently—and quite annoyingly—shown, what Harry wants is rarely what Harry gets.

It starts with a visit from Harry's most powerful frenemy, Gentleman John Marcone, Baron of Chicago. He needs Harry to assist in the redemption of an underling who's looking to go straight. And since Harry does kinda sorta owe Marcone for saving his life once (stupid honorable debt!), it's not a request he can refuse. He'll just wish he had.

Because this little favor is going to drag Harry into a fight he doesn't want on behalf of a lowlife he doesn't trust against an enemy more powerful and pestilent than he ever could've expected: an insatiable, demonic foe whom Harry himself may have created when he wiped out the vampires of the Red Court so long ago.

Before, all it wanted was blood. Now it wants the entire world . . .

Out Law is set during the events of Twelve Months.

©2026 Jim Butcher (P)2026 Podium Audio

Reseñas de la Crítica

“Butcher checks all the boxes when it comes to satisfying readers’ expectations. The paranormal fantasy elements are on point . . . The author maintains the exciting pacing and intensity throughout, powering the narrative with an abundance of high-octane action sequences . . . Dresden fans will enjoy this bite-sized supernatural adventure.” — Kirkus Reviews

“A great series—fast-paced, vividly realized and with a hero/narrator who’s excellent company.” —Cinescape

Good, solid Harry vs. Monster. Just what we needed.

A well paced story with good character development showing Harry is finally fully functional.

Fun side story

Fun side story. Not essentially reading but there is some good world building. 8.5

redemption

A great listen. James outdid himself yet again and Jim is felt his personal struggles and life events shine through in his writing of his characters. there's happy moments and worrisome ones to. but jim still wraps it all up nice and neat as he does.

Butcher’s & Marsters together again! Love them

I love Jim Butcher’s books and James Master’s performance! It was a wonderful story and is always so well performed.

Fun!

Excellent short story and narration. The Harry we know and love and playing hero!!! I absolutely LOVED this story beginning to end ❤️