Long Past Dues, James J. Butcher
Long Past Dues, James J. Butcher
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Long Past Dues

Author: James J. Butcher

Narrator: James Patrick Cronin

Unabridged: 11 hr 15 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Publisher: Penguin Audio

Published: 10/10/2023

Synopsis


Grimsby, the newest Auditor in the magical Department of Unorthodox Affairs, finds himself in hot water when he intercepts a friend’s case in this fast-paced and thrilling urban fantasy.

Against all odds, Grimshaw Griswald Grimsby has become an Auditor, enforcing laws about magic for Boston’s Department of Unorthodox Affairs. But Grimsby soon realizes the daily grind of his job is far removed from the glamour he imagined. Overlooked for every exciting case, Grimsby tires of being told to handle mundane magical troubles, and appropriates a case file intended for a friend.

Alongside Leslie Mayflower, the temporarily unretired Huntsman, Grimsby aims to crack the case and discover the origin of a strange, unfinished ritual—one that seems to imitate the handiwork of a foe Mayflower put down twenty years ago.

Together, they’ll have to deal with escaped werewolves, a cursed artifact, and a perilous journey to the mysterious subterranean city below Boston, all to uncover the shocking truth. At any cost, Grimsby must stop this ritual from finally being completed. Yet the cost may be paid not by himself but by his friends. . . .

About James J. Butcher

James J. Butcher is an emerging urban fantasy author known for his inventive storytelling and dynamic characters. As the son of #1 New York Times bestselling author Jim Butcher, creator of The Dresden Files, James was introduced early to the realms of books, movies, and games, which sparked his fascination with speculative fiction.

Residing in Denver, Colorado, James dedicates much of his time to crafting fictional worlds, including the universe of his debut series, The Unorthodox Chronicles. The series introduces readers to Grimshaw Griswald Grimsby, a fledgling witch navigating the complexities of a world where the ordinary and the paranormal coexist.

James's writing reflects his desire to explore character relationships, moving beyond solitary protagonists to delve into the bonds and conflicts that drive engaging narratives.

Reviews

Goodreads review by PamG on October 08, 2023

James J. Butcher returns with the second novel in his urban fantasy series set in and around Boston, Massachusetts featuring Grimshaw Griswald Grimsby. The world is divided into those without any magical or paranormal capabilities and those that have them and there is access to another dimension cal......more

Goodreads review by Carole on October 11, 2023

This review can also be found at [URL not allowed] I had a great time with this book! I really enjoyed the first book in this series so I was eager to give this second book a try and I am pleased to report that I was not disappointed. Grimsby finally has the job of Auditor that he has al......more

Goodreads review by Lou on November 04, 2023

LONG PAST DUES by James J Butcher Publication: 10/10/2023 by Berkley Publishing Group An immersive second volume in James Butcher’s magical urban fantasy featuring Grimshaw Griswald Grimsby. He is the newest appointed Auditor in Boston’s Department of Unorthodox Affairs. He possesses limited magical......more

Goodreads review by Benghis on October 28, 2023

3.5 stars rounded down -- and I'm a tad bummed since I'd much rather be trying to decide between 4 or 5 stars than be stuck in the nether-region between 3 and 4. I liked this more than I disliked it, but I never fell in love and had a hard time staying fully immersed in the story and getting emotion......more

Goodreads review by Desiree on November 19, 2023

I was enjoying the beginning... the administration part of the Auditors... the relationships, our hero's struggle to find his place. But... it lost me on this quest part of the story at around 26%.......more

Quotes

"Butcher’s deft dialogue continues with tongue-in-cheek humor, wry commentary, and snark, while this magical Boston setting is both familiar and fantastical. . . . This well-paced urban fantasy is a delightful addition to the subgenre.”—Library Journal

"Butcher proves that this series has legs."—Publishers Weekly

Praise for Dead Man’s Hand
“Woot! Get set for a wild ride! Debut author James J. Butcher hits one out of the ballpark. Nonstop action in this character-driven urban fantasy that is both laugh-out-loud and terrifying—sometimes at the same time.”—#1 New York Times bestselling author Patricia Briggs

“Clear your schedule. You won’t want to put this down. . . . An entirely enjoyable read that proves once more that snark is indeed a deadly weapon. Read it. You will not be disappointed. I eagerly await the sequel.”—#1 New York Times bestselling author Kim Harrison

“Dead Man’s Hand is splendid, a spectacular debut novel and the best book I’ve read in years. James J. Butcher is an outstanding storyteller, and I can’t wait to read what he comes up with next.”—New York Times bestselling author Faith Hunter

“A fun twist on hard-boiled urban fantasy thrills. . . . Sure to capture genre fans.”—Publishers Weekly

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