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“Souls, I said. I mean, you always wonder if they're real. Even if you believe in them, you still have to wonder: Is my existence just this body? Is there really something more? Do I really have a soul?Uriel's smile blossomed again. You've got it backward, Harry, he said. You are a soul. You have a body.”

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Ghost Story: A Novel of the Dresden Files

In this installment of the Dresden Files series, Harry Dresden, a private investigator with the ability to see ghosts, delves into a chilling case involving a haunting. The story unfolds as Dresden navigates the supernatural while facing personal challenges, all within the richly detailed urban fantasy setting of Chicago. more

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Jim Butcher
Jim Butcher

Jim Butcher, born on October 26, 1971, is an American fantasy author known for his unique world-building and imaginative storytelling. His 'Dresden Files' series has gained immense popularity among readers. more

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