Jim Butcher's breakthrough #1 New York Times bestseller starring Chicago's only professional
wizard Harry Dresden. When it comes to the magical ruling body known as the White Council
Harry is thought of as either a black sheep or a sacrificial lamb. And none hold him in more
disdain than Morgan a veteran Warden with a grudge against anyone who bends the rules. But now
Morgan is in trouble. He's been accused of cold-blooded murder-a crime with only one final
punishment. He's on the run wanting his name cleared and he needs someone with a knack for
backing the underdog. So it's up to Harry to uncover a traitor within the Council keep Morgan
under wraps and avoid coming under scrutiny himself. And a single mistake may cost someone his
head. Someone like Harry...
