Best Urban Fantasy Books

Looking for a book that's a little different? Meet Harry Dresden - paranormal investigator, lost item finder, and all-round wizard extraordinaire. When the Chicago P.D. need answers to strange, magical crimes, they turn to Harry. But when he's brought in to consult on a double murder committed with the darkest of magic, things take a dangerous turn. With a black mage on the loose and Harry's life at risk, this book will keep you on the edge of your seat.

Mercenary Kate Daniels lives in a world where magic ebbs and flows, giving rise to unpredictable paranormal problems. When her guardian is murdered, Kate becomes embroiled in a power struggle between rival factions in Atlanta's magical circles. With necromancers who can control vampires and a clan of shapechangers both vying for control, Kate must find the killer before she becomes a target herself. This special edition includes a wealth of background information on the world of Kate Daniels, including quizzes and character descriptions.

Follow Mercedes Thompson, a walker with the ability to shift into a coyote at will, as she navigates life in a world populated by werewolves, gremlins, and vampires. As a skilled Volkswagen mechanic, Mercy finds herself fixing a bus for a vampire, and her connections to the supernatural lead her into dangerous territory. Dive into a world that looks a lot like ours but is filled with creatures that go bump in the night in this thrilling read.

Small-town Louisiana cocktail waitress Sookie Stackhouse meets her dream man - a vampire. But as one of her coworkers is found dead, she begins to wonder if this is a mistake. Can a relationship with a vampire end happily ever after?

When Probationary Constable Peter Grant gains exclusive information from a ghost eyewitness regarding a puzzling murder, his prospects change dramatically. He catches the attention of Detective Chief Inspector Thomas Nightingale, who investigates the uncanny cases. As they delve deeper into the investigation, they are thrust into a world where mortals mingle with gods and goddesses and an ancient evil is returning on a tide of magic. Experience the thrilling wave of brutal and bizarre murders in Midnight Riot.

Discover a thrilling tale of a man's journey to start a new life with his loved one after being locked away for three years. But tragedy strikes, forcing him to accept a job from an enigmatic man named Mr. Wednesday. Soon, he finds himself in the middle of an epic war for the soul of America. Don't miss out on this suspenseful and captivating read.

Step into the predator-eat-predator world of Cincinnati's Hollows, where vampires reign supreme and danger lurks around every corner. Enter Rachel Morgan, a tough-as-nails witch and bounty hunter tasked with keeping the darkness in check. With her lethal blend of sex appeal and attitude, she'll take on any job - whether it's bringing creatures back alive, dead, or even undead.

"Enter the gritty and thrilling world of a St. Louis vampire hunter. Meet Anita Blake, a powerful re-animator and undead killer who must confront her darkest desires while investigating a string of brutal murders at the request of the city's top vampire. Danger, attraction, and mind-bending twists abound in this gripping urban fantasy."

"City of Bones" follows a 15-year-old girl, Clary Fray, who witnesses a murder committed by three teenagers with strange tattoos and weapons that disappear into thin air. Clary is soon drawn into the world of Shadowhunters, warriors whose mission is to rid the earth of demons. Alongside the charismatic but prickly Jace, Clary must unravel the mystery of her sudden Sight and her mother's disappearance. This gripping urban fantasy novel is filled with action, romance, and supernatural secrets.

Experience the thrilling world of intergenerational blood feuds, magic, and kungfu in this Godfather-inspired tale. The Kaul family is one of two crime syndicates that rule Kekon, the only place in the world to produce rare magical jade, granting superhuman abilities to those with the right heritage and training. Follow the honorable Green Bone clans of jade-wearing warriors as they navigate the violence and politics of post-war Kekon, where the outcome of a clan war will determine the fate of all Green Bones and the future of the island itself.