Cold Iron Task - (The Unorthodox Chronicles) by James J Butcher (Hardcover)

Book Synopsis

Grimsby, a junior Auditor in the magical Department of Unorthodox Affairs, finds himself on the other side of the law in this spellbinding urban fantasy.

Grimshaw Griswald Grimsby may have one case under his belt, but he's still a novice Auditor in Boston's Department of Unorthodox Affairs. And he's already made mistakes.

Desperate to repair his fraying friendships, he doesn't ask too many questions when a mysterious patron offers him the chance to join a heist of an otherworldly vault--and in the process find answers that could make things right.

Complications arise when Grimsby learns that his partner, Mayflower, is keeping secrets about his past. Between facing new demons, old horrors, and monsters--both Usual and Unorthodox--Grimsby soon realizes nothing is how it appears and that not asking enough questions just might be his downfall.

Review Quotes

"Solid action and quippy dialogue will keep readers engaged for the long haul."--Library Journal

"Cold Iron Task does an excellent job of building on the previous books. . . . where The Unorthodox Chronicles shines is its characters. . . . I fully enjoyed Cold Iron Task . . . and devoured it in only a couple of sittings, and I can't wait to see how Butcher continues to weave the threads he has started laying out in these early books."--Game Vortex

"If you love urban fantasy, compelling character dynamics, and a perfect mix of action and heart, Cold Iron Task is a must-read. Whether you're here for the magic, the mayhem, or the mentor-mentee banter, this book has something for you."--Tessa Talks Books

"With each new installment Butcher fleshes out the world, the magic and allows his protagonist to grow. If you love urban fantasy, I highly recommend this series. . . . The story that unfolds was addictive and well paced with plenty of magic, demons, secrets, and twists to keep listening into the wee hours."--Caffeinated Reviewer

Praise for Long Past Dues
"Butcher proves that this series has legs."--Publishers Weekly

"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

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

About the Author

James J. Butcher spends most of his time in places that don't exist, some of which he even created himself--including the world of the Unorthodox Chronicles. What little time he has left is usually spent writing or exercising. He is the son of #1 New York Times bestselling author Jim Butcher, who introduced him to books, movies, and games. James lives in Denver and is working on his next novel.