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TWELVE MONTHS Dresden Files, Book 18

by | Read by James Marsters

Fantasy • 17 hrs. • Unabridged • © 2026

James Marsters' weary delivery perfectly captures Harry Dresden's fractured psyche as he navigates a year of mandatory mourning and political maneuvering in Chicago. Marsters doesn't just read; he inhabits Harry's exhaustion, using deliberate pacing and a somber tonal palette that underscores the protagonist's post-traumatic stress. Marsters' gift for distinct vocal characterizations remains sharp, effortlessly pivoting from the ethereal, detached elegance of the Sidhe to the grounded warmth of Harry's remaining allies. By leaning into the book's quieter, more introspective moments, Marsters elevates this urban fantasy's emotional stakes, transforming a year of Dresden's life into a poignant study of grief. It's an immersive performance that makes the wizard's vulnerability feel hauntingly real. Marsters' soulful performance makes this a compelling entry in the Harry Dresden series. [Published: FEBRUARY 2026]

Trade Ed. • Penguin Audio • 2026

DD ISBN 9798217176021 $27.00

 

Library Ed. • Books on Tape • 2026

DD ISBN 9798217176038 $95.00

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