Fantasy · Mystery · Adventure
Fool Moon
Harry Dresden is a wizard who works as a private investigator in modern Chicago. In this second case, a string of brutal killings points to werewolves, and he finds himself caught between the police and several dangerous factions.
Facts last checked 2026-10-16
- First published
- 2001
- Pace
- Fast
- Length
- Medium
- Pages
- 128
- Format
- Book 1 of 8 in Dresden Files: Fool Moon
Read this if you like wisecracking urban fantasy that moves like a detective novel.
Skip this if you dislike gory violence, or want a series that is slow and atmospheric.
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Quick answers about Fool Moon
- What is Fool Moon about?
- Harry Dresden is a wizard who works as a private investigator in modern Chicago. In this second case, a string of brutal killings points to werewolves, and he finds himself caught between the police and several dangerous factions.
- Who should read Fool Moon?
- Read it if you like wisecracking urban fantasy that moves like a detective novel. Skip it if you dislike gory violence, or want a series that is slow and atmospheric.
- How long and how fast is Fool Moon?
- It is a fast-paced, medium read of about 128 pages, first published in 2001.
- Does Fool Moon have content warnings?
- Content we flag: Violence, Death, Gore.
- Can I borrow Fool Moon for free?
- Often, yes. Check Libby (OverDrive) to see whether your library lends Fool Moon; the borrow button above searches it for you.
- What should I read after Fool Moon?
- Readers who liked it often move on to The Tainted Cup, Neverwhere, The Cuckoo's Calling.
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The Cuckoo's Calling
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