Fool Moon (The Dresden Files, Book 2) | 
 enlarge | Author: Jim Butcher
Publisher: Roc Hardcover
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Pages: 320
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Dimensions (in): 9 x 6.1 x 1.4
ISBN: 0451462025
Dewey Decimal Number: 813
EAN: 9780451462022
ASIN: 0451462025
Publication Date: July 1, 2008 (New: This Week)
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Product Description
The second novel of the New York Times bestselling Dresden Filesnow available for the first time in hardcover. As seen on the SCI FI Channel.
Business has been slow. Okay, business has been dead. And not even of the undead variety. You would think Chicago would have a little more action for the only professional wizard in the phone book. But lately, Harry Dresden hasnt been able to dredge up any kind of workmagical or mundane. But just when it looks like he cant afford his next meal, a murder comes along that requires his particular brand of supernatural expertise.
A brutally mutilated corpse. Strange-looking paw prints. A full moon. Take three guessesand the first two dont count
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 An amazing novel June 19, 2008
This is the second novel in the Dresden Files, but it is still complete within itself. In my opinion, a good author makes each individual book its own novel, yet builds on previous novels in the series. In this novel, Dresden faces off against werewolves. Before the full moon, people begin getting mauled. At this same time, a man who inherited a werewolf curse from his family finds his protective charms broken. Is this man responsible for the killings, or is he being set up? When he is captured, an exciting scene in the jail ensues.
I liked the first more than the second, but this was still a good story, and it is still a good read. I used to be irritated by James Butcher's writing style and format, but I am adapting to it. I am beginning to find the novels exciting and interesting. Overall, a good book, it can be read without reading the first. Additionally, subplots are beginning to reveal themselves. If you enjoyed the first novel, the second will keep you entertained.
 Werewolf, there wolf, and there, and there... June 1, 2008
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
Fool Moon is the second book of Mr. Butcher's Dresden Files. In this book, after a significant break from Storm Front, Murphy invites Harry to investigate a murder that appears to have been done by wolves. Also investigating in the murder are four FBI agents who seem a little different. As with Storm Front the story centers around Harry and is told by him. The story rapidly takes of with Harry learning about the different types of werewolves (Bob informs us that there are three types of werewolves that he's aware of: lycanthropes, hexenwolf, and loup-garou; btw, if you want to know the differences, read the book).
My Likes
This book opens fast! This is because we've already met Harry and know about him and Murphy. Mr. Butcher does expand on both of these characters and once more you can see that Mr. Butcher pours some of himself into Harry. In addition, we have Marcone (a crime lord), Susan (Harry's girlfriend), and Carmichael (Murphy's second).
I also love how Mr. Butcher is expanding Harry's magic and our understanding of magic. Instead of casting lightning bolts or fireballs (ala Merlin) Harry's magic seems a little more mundane; control of inanimate objects, protection, and various potions Harry brews up with Bob's help (btw, the potions are interesting to say the least or at least their ingredients are).
The biggest seller is the werewolves. I'm amazed at how much Mr. Butcher put into this. When you read about Bob describing the different types and later have interactions with them it's very impressive. I can also say that Mr. Butcher does a great job bringing this to the reader and interweaving it into the story in a believable way.
My Dislikes
The books seemed a little long and contrived at points. I believe that this was because Mr. Butcher wanted to show us as much about werewolves as possible. Because of the different types and the need to have Harry interact with them the story drags a little from time to time. I can't say I was bored by it, but I really wanted to find out what the center of the story was. Is this really that bad? Only because it took a little to much time.
Mr. Butcher stated at one point that one of the werewolves served in Vietnam in the Army. I'm sorry, there's no real way this character would have been able to have gone thru the training the Army requires and have made it to Vietnam without discovery, especially given the type of werewolf he is. This is further complicated when Mr. Butcher informs us that Harley MacFinn was the sole survivor of his unit in Vietnam due to Vietcong actions against his unit. I'm sorry, given the type of werewolf and all it was totally unbelievable.
My last dislike was what happens to Carmichael. While heroic and all, I felt that Carmichael made a nice counter piece to Harry for Murphy. A little on the abrupt side for a character like Carmichael in my opinion.
The Rating
Four stars! While the story line was more mature than Storm Front, I felt that Mr. Butcher got wrapped around his story a little to much. A lot of things happen here and Harry's a little on the unbelievable side due to the actions he takes and the time covered by things. That said, I was highly impressed with Mr. Butcher's werewolves and the interactions they have with Harry. While the story is a little long, it's not totally predictable and there are some nice little surprises.
 Good Story With A Nice Twist Of The Werewolf Legend Stories June 1, 2008
I felt this was a very interesting and entertaining story for the second dresden files saga. I've read a few werewolf horror stories and they all become pretty bland since they follow the one simple storyline on how one becomes a werewolf and how you're supposed to kill the werewolf. This book had a nice twist an that you have three ways to become a werewolf and different ways to dispatch them. I also like how he puts the character of Harry in the story as you see while he is a hero he also has the same doubts ,faults,feelings,and problems that you or I might have in the same situation he faces. Thats the one thing I like about the character you have so many supposed written hero's in books that seem so beyond what you think a normal person would do that you really can't get the feel or any emotional connection to those hero's and so as you read their books you already know that the hero is going to come out on top pretty much unharmed. Unlike poor Harry he always seems to end up getting hurt or injured and when you think he's about to throw in the towel he does come out the winner of course with the help of his friends
and sometimes enemies. So All I say is if you're looking for a different
angle of the werewolf stories or a great present day/Magic world story this book would be it
Excellent continuation of the series May 21, 2008
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
I enjoyed Storm Front quite a bit, but I was a bit hesitant about this book because I've been rather hit-and-miss with series. I couldn't have been more wrong.
Fool Moon actually outstripped Storm Front in terms of pacing, and it kept me interested the whole time - something not many series have been able to do. While having read the first book helps - as would be expected - it's not necessary; there's enough information about Harry's past contained in Fool Moon that you understand what's going on the entire time. In addition, Jim Butcher has that rare gift for recapping a previous installment in a series without rehashing the entire plot of the previous book - or making it so close to the wording of the original that it bores the reader.
The action is constant enough to keep the reader entertained and the drama compels you and involves you in the characters' stories, keeping you emotionally invested in the outcome. Very well done.
The Dresden series May 11, 2008
In book two of The Dresden file books, Harry Dresden is yet again called to another murder. This time, the body has been shredded and torn apart by something that is not human. That is why Harry is called in, to find out what is causing all the chaos. Again, this story is a quick read, and very entertaining. You do not have to be a sci-fi fan to enjoy this book. If you like a good murder mystery, who-dun-it sort of thing, give this book a try.
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