Saturday, January 12, 2013

Review: Storm Front by Jim Butcher

Title: Storm Front
Series: The Dresden Files #1
Author: Jim Butcher
Publishing Date: April 1, 2000
Rating: 3 Stars
Amazon - Goodreads - Shelfari

Book Blurb


Storm Front is Jim Butcher's first novel and introduces his most famous and popular character-Harry Dresden, wizard for hire.

For his first case, Harry is called in to consult on a grisly double murder committed with the blackest of magic. At first, the less-than-solvent Harry's eyes light up with dollar signs. But where there's black magic, there's a black mage. Now, that black mage knows Harry's name. And things are about to get very...interesting.


My Thoughts



Have heard so many great things about this series. It didn't quite live up to my expectations, but it was still a good start to the series.

I loved Harry though, his a bit shy, caring, a gentleman and funny. He is a great narrator. Notice how I didn't say smart? That was my problem. Even though he can think fast on his feet, when it came to putting the plot together he fell short, by quite a bit.

It was pretty obvious that all his cases were related, yet he didn't put it together till like 3/4th of the way through, and that was more cause he pretty much stumbled into it and the light bulb finally turned on.

My other problem was Murphy. She started out as a nice enough character with her tough cop routine, but my god it got really annoying when he started getting in Harry's way. Then she gets all offended cause he had to keep her out of it...Trust is a two way trust, she should have trusted him in the first place before she got all b**chy about it.

All in all it's a good start to the series and a great set up for this new magical word that Butcher has built, I just hope Harry get smarter.


First book in the TBR Pile Challenge! Yay!

32 comments:

  1. I fully agree with you! Can't wait to see where the series takes us!

    Sugar & Snark

    ReplyDelete
    Replies
    1. Been reading new releases and haven't been able to keep reading this series. Should be able to get back into it sometime this week :)

      Delete
  2. One of the other types of console where you can play this
    game is the fighting online video game. You will find
    that when you buy Xbox live gold cards online, you are able
    to get the access you need within minutes. In the game, players
    should be able to able to make use of a slingshot in order to start the
    birds.

    my page :: spiele spielen

    ReplyDelete
  3. She is likely a WARRIOR PERSONALITY I talk about in the KWML Mastery Course on women, dating, love, and friendship.
    Don't leave the landscape designing and terrain optimization to the last moment. Well, you can have that same chess engine on your Android mobile phone, courtesy of Droid - Fish.

    Have a look at my web page Learn Additional

    ReplyDelete
  4. If you find it a bit maddening to follow the daily fluctuations of the scale even though
    you are eating properly, pick three days of the week on which you will
    always weigh yourself (for example, Monday, Wednesday, and Friday).
    Cucumber contains sterols which can help to lower cholesterol and prevent carbohydrates from converting to body fat.
    Expect to lose all that extra flabbiness as you melt off all your unwanted fat.


    My page linked internet site

    ReplyDelete
  5. With internet radio, you get pretty much what you want, when you want.

    If you are already experienced in internet radio hosting,
    the Blog - Talk - Radio Premium might be a hosting program you
    might want to pay for. Back in the day, people had little choice but to take what was
    given to them as their "lot in life.

    Here is my web site; Internet radio Australia

    ReplyDelete
  6. s better to use whole foods made from scratch for good health.
    Cucumber contains sterols which can help to lower cholesterol and prevent
    carbohydrates from converting to body fat. Expect to lose all that extra flabbiness
    as you melt off all your unwanted fat.

    My web blog - just click the following internet page

    ReplyDelete
  7. clients, Rachel, who got back together with her ex.

    Say you're doing as well at Chemistry, and as you are doing at Maths Extension 2, then instead of splitting your study time equally between the two (just because they are both worth 2 units each), you should spend more time on Extension 2, simply because it scales higher. If you want to be able to hit the ball further and harder, you should keep in mind to keep your grip on the bat loose, your swing should begin with your legs and hips, and finally, you must always follow your bat through.

    Here is my blog :: Www.Spielespielen24.De/Tag/Parade

    ReplyDelete
  8. Try simple games and check how your internet connection is and then move on play more games.
    It combines RPG elements and strategy for a very interesting game
    where you must stop the rows of pirates ship from making their way down the river.
    In this addictive puzzle game, catch that damn fly and avoid
    those tricky obstacles.

    Feel free to surf to my web site - Recommended Internet site

    ReplyDelete
  9. If you find it a bit maddening to follow the daily fluctuations of the scale even though you are eating properly, pick three days of the week on which you
    will always weigh yourself (for example, Monday, Wednesday, and Friday).
    For many working to lose weight, one failure is enough to get them off the path to success.
    That way, the actual process will end up being much less frustrating and, for the majority
    of people, enjoyable.

    Here is my webpage ... Homepage des Autors besuchen

    ReplyDelete
  10. I have been in touch with many musicians,
    artists that I would have never heard before. These gadgets also have USB ports where you
    can also connect any device you have. Most stations will give you names
    of their more popular hosts and ask you to talk with them.


    Also visit my blog post :: internetradio aufnehmen

    ReplyDelete
  11. MCU limit perhaps the circuit could top objective throughout the end: Relative to this particular legitimate performance dryer to finish my trainer of the reset initialization; pick up on factor impulses but check battery current environments
    and consequently processing; situated manner code concerns needed for tranny
    in your PLL volume personal information; in line with the expertise warning within the download transfer PTT trade and in addition eliminate; based on the
    slot coupon as squelch signaling decoding grade computer code hold
    silence routine is literally opened and closed; outcome keep
    control of warning signs suppression the specific Driven's ignite not to mention whizz hold signaling Ed complete the actual required get the job done. In my case I listen to all music that is submitted to me before I include it on my playlist. Given the manner in which the internet and the World Wide Web have invaded our lives over the past many years, it is hardly surprising that music or rather the radio would be one of the areas being dominated by the internet.

    Have a look at my page ... internetradio aufnehmen

    ReplyDelete
  12. You don't have to hit the gym for two and three hours each day to lose weight, but it does help to squeeze in 30 minutes of physical activity each day. Avocados- Although not my favorite, are high in fats, the good ones. Now, the average healthy amount people are supposed to lose is 2 pounds per week.

    my web-site :: http://www.astorandivy.com/index.php/member/28598

    ReplyDelete
  13. s better to use whole foods made from scratch for good health.
    Authorities inside the area will need to have an
    intensive understanding of laboratory and labeling techniques,
    infection security precautions, appropriate blood attract approaches to the elderly and for
    infants and even more. Many people don't have the time to weight themselves every day, but checking the scale on a regular basis can definitely help when you're working to lose weight and
    keep it off.

    my blog post; 10 kilo Abnehmen

    ReplyDelete
  14. Like any game, when we stay within the rules, we score,
    and when we play outside the rules there of course is a penalty.

    It should come as no surprise that i - Tunes is loaded full of pirate apps for i - Phone, i - Pod
    Touch, and i - Pad. If you want to be able to hit the ball further and harder, you should
    keep in mind to keep your grip on the bat loose, your
    swing should begin with your legs and hips, and finally, you must always follow your bat through.


    Feel free to surf to my web site ... lacaixa es

    ReplyDelete
  15. Signing up for the particular Wilton Process Redecorating Principles Study course is good for those people thinking of getting a jump in cake adorning.
    If no, then this article will completely guide you on making
    space cake. For a mocha cake use both the cocoa and the
    coffee.

    Also visit my website - cake and bake germantown menu

    ReplyDelete
  16. Similar to the cue ball that is shot in pools;
    this game involves coins and strikers that are essential to
    play carrom game. It should come as no surprise that
    i - Tunes is loaded full of pirate apps for i - Phone, i - Pod
    Touch, and i - Pad. Preparing to apply to the dozens of other game development companies for video game
    jobs will enable you to expand and diversify your list of possible employers, and
    your chances of getting hired will increase tremendously.

    My homepage fort smith hotels

    ReplyDelete
  17. You have to give a tube radio at least 20 to 30 minutes just to warm
    up and then you decide what frequency you want to be on and load the plate and tune them up.
    So your personal, non-commercial, watercraft is exempt from a
    licensing requirement. So, a custom direct application and
    route tracking can make it easier to you cut fuel cost, save visit time and wholesome
    delivery.

    My web-site car radio interference filter

    ReplyDelete
  18. Both drugs have also been denied FDA approval the first time around and
    are awaiting news on their second attempt. Vinson had participants keep their normal diet and exercise routines (or lack thereof) and merely added
    the green coffee. Hence, broccoli is a must-add ingredient in your vegetarian weight loss diet.


    my page Full Content ()

    ReplyDelete
  19. Enjoying the service of Odyssey - Streaming - Radio is so easy.

    Often, long term schedules with a bit of breathing room work best.
    Yours Truly, Johnny Dollar: The Duke Red Matter (Part One;
    CBS, 1956)'Abbott Stables's Duke Red is a thoroughbred destroyed over a serious injury in an accident, and
    Dollar (Bob Bailey)'asked to review a $65,000 insurance claim on the horse'smells trouble when the stable's business manager is dismissed after filing the claim, and its veterinarian may have destroyed the horse a little too swiftly.

    my webpage; radio vatikan hören (http://engwang.ch/gaestebuch/)

    ReplyDelete
  20. For any kind of luxury item of consumption, MAD (Money,
    Authority and Desire) is required. Next, build a list of prospects and develop a relationship with those prospects on your list.
    Many people will be happy with replaceable batteries
    for home use and occasional outings.

    Also visit my page ... warkii radio muqdisho maqal

    ReplyDelete
  21. The internet is fueling the success of music because it can be listened to at any time of the day and anywhere in the world.
    It was an entertaining radio program that played the music people wanted to hear combined with his groovy upbeat personality.
    Many people will be happy with replaceable batteries for home use and occasional outings.


    My website - radio hagen nachrichten

    ReplyDelete
  22. In other trick taking games, players can take tricks on a number of kind of contract.
    The player who spins the coin is referred to as the spinner.
    The tables used for this unique drinking game can in fact be purchased commercially.


    Review my homepage: Barbara

    ReplyDelete
  23. If with the classic version, you only get to play the same game over and over again,
    with Simon 2 game, you get to play more games
    with more challenges ad game highlights. It is an adventurous game
    filled with fun and excitement. The nature of Reddit's platform makes it possible -- through great and creative effort, it appears -- to give users a gift of the unexpected, rather than deriving humor from humiliation.

    Feel free to visit my website - Visit posters website **

    ReplyDelete
  24. "Worked All Zones Award" is the same concept with
    time zones. It was an entertaining radio program that played the music
    people wanted to hear combined with his groovy upbeat personality.

    These channels offer a variety of genres for the user.


    my web blog Radio old time

    ReplyDelete
  25. The internet is fueling the success of music because
    it can be listened to at any time of the day and anywhere in
    the world. Often, long term schedules with a bit of breathing room work best.
    What s more is that 2G phones can come in a tinier and slimmer package, even its batteries.



    My web-site: radio gong 96 3 :: :
    :

    ReplyDelete
  26. That's like Houston Texas being without a Country station. This means that everyone in the whole wide world can access this new kind of radio and you are assured that the programs as well as the list of radio stations you are listening to are all automatically updated. What s more is that 2G phones can come in a tinier and slimmer package, even its batteries.

    Here is my weblog :: radio sinar fm malaysia

    ReplyDelete
  27. In other trick taking games, players can take tricks
    on a number of kind of contract. This means to sell your mods would
    be considered the same as pirating the game itself.
    The tables used for this unique drinking game can in fact be
    purchased commercially.

    Also visit my website - please click the next post ()

    ReplyDelete
  28. a Bruce Lee workout includes stretching, bending, running,
    dipping, kicking, jumping, traditional muscle
    building exercises, weight lifting, rope skipping, medicine ball handling, etc.
    For many working to lose weight, one failure is enough to get them off the path
    to success. Expect to lose all that extra flabbiness as you melt off all your unwanted fat.


    my web-site u ()

    ReplyDelete
  29. Once you have done this, set the burn speed to 4x and click Burn and wait for it to complete.
    The only downside of it in a lot of people's eyes is the fact that there is no multiplayer content. For the purposes of this game, a "set" is at least three cards of equal value such as three Jacks or three fours and a "sequence" is made up of at least four cards that are of the same suit and run sequentially such as three, four, five, and six of spades.

    my web page ... click the up coming webpage

    ReplyDelete
  30. (Game scheduled for December 15th with Utah State playing Toledo).

    All that energy is boxed in, amplified by the space.
    The tables used for this unique drinking game can in fact be purchased commercially.



    My website :: web page hosting

    ReplyDelete
  31. That Halloween, right after she turned four, she
    told the story over and over, to anyone who would listen,
    delighting in making them jump when she yelled the spooky ending.

    Choosing to focus on sound as a restriction increases a poet's powers of observation in melodic structure and the inherit oral aspects of a poem. Your mother would be overwhelmed to find something so beautiful and interesting.

    Feel free to visit my web-site poems (http://fisiere.debelea.com/blog/43/the-options-for-rapid-programs-in-poems/)

    ReplyDelete

^ Scroll to Top