Dead Beat (The Dresden Files, #7)
by Jim Butcher
Dead Beat by Jim Butcher holds a highly rated rating of 4.43 out of 5, based on 78.1K reader ratings. First published in 2005. The book spans 517 pages.
About Dead Beat
Meet Harry Dresden, Chicago's first (and only) Wizard P.I. Turns out the 'everyday' world isfull of strange and magical things - and most of them don't play well with humans. That's where Harry comes in.Luckily, however, he's not alone. Although most people don't believe in magic, the Chicago P.D. has a Special Investigations department, headed by his good friend Karrin Murphy. They deal with the . . . stranger cases. It's down to Karrin that Harry sneaks into Graceland Cemetery to meet a vampire named Mavra. Mavra has evidence that would destroy Karrin's career, and her demands are simple. She wants the Word of Kemmler - and all the power that comes with it. But first, Harry's keen to know what he'd be handing over. Before long he's racing against time, and six necromancers, to get the Word. And to prevent a Halloween that would truly wake the dead.Magic - it can get a guy killed.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Jim Butcher |
| Published | 2005 |
| Pages | 517 |
| Genres | Fantasy, Fiction, Mystery & Thriller, Fantasy |
| Average Rating | 4.43 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 78,123 |
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What genre is Dead Beat?
Dead Beat is categorized as Fantasy, Fiction, Mystery & Thriller, Fantasy. Its primary genre classification is Fantasy.
Is Dead Beat worth reading?
Based on 78.1K reader ratings, Dead Beat has an average score of 4.43 out of 5.00, which is considered "Highly Rated." Its large number of reviews suggests broad reader appeal.
How many pages is Dead Beat?
Dead Beat has 517 pages. It is a longer read suited for dedicated readers.
Who wrote Dead Beat?
Dead Beat was written by Jim Butcher. It was first published in 2005.
What is the ISBN for Dead Beat?
The ISBN-13 for Dead Beat is 9780451460910.0.
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