I just love, love, love this series. I actually found it by accident in my attic(the first three books) and became hooked instantly. Jim Butcher is a very talented writer. Even with his first book in the series the talent was there. For me the series really took off when Harry finally let Murphy in on everything. For the first couple books he would tell her like bits and once he let her in the trust between them really became stronger. Harry is such a likable character and since he’s not perfect it makes him more relatable. I like Harry’s sass and I feel like it makes him stand out from other characters. Even when he is in mortal danger he just never shuts up which for me isn’t a negative it just adds to his personality.