Sandman Slim dives into the gritty underbelly of Los Angeles, much like Harry Dresden’s Chicago, with a protagonist whose sharp tongue and irreverent humor keep the action lively even as he faces off against demons and dark magic. If you loved Dresden’s wisecracks and the banter with Bob the Skull and Butters, you’ll appreciate Stark’s biting wit and the darkly comic tone that runs throughout his journey for vengeance.

Midnight Riot (also published as Rivers of London) brings magic into the everyday world, with police constable Peter Grant navigating supernatural mysteries in modern London. If you enjoyed the way Harry Dresden uncovers magical threats hidden in plain sight and interacts with a secret magical community, you’ll find Peter’s investigations equally compelling and the city’s magical undercurrents richly detailed.

In The Rook, Myfanwy Thomas wakes with no memory and discovers she’s a high-level operative in a secret supernatural agency. Like Dresden, she must make morally gray choices while facing off against bizarre magical foes and internal power struggles. If you enjoyed Harry’s tendency to blur ethical lines and wrestle with the consequences of his actions, you’ll be hooked by Myfanwy’s unpredictable journey.

Magic Bites follows Kate Daniels as she’s drawn into a deadly investigation in a world where magic and technology clash. If you loved the urgent, goal-driven plot of Dead Beat—with Harry racing against time to prevent disaster—you’ll enjoy Kate’s relentless pursuit of answers and the constant sense of danger propelling the story forward.

Locke Lamora is a charming rogue whose schemes and willingness to bend the rules echo Dresden’s own anti-heroic tendencies. If you were drawn to Harry’s mix of resourcefulness and rule-breaking, as well as his battles with dark forces, you’ll be captivated by Locke’s adventures among thieves, magicians, and deadly enemies.