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[Specterbane]

SWB didn't really mention that Dresden files are written to have a kind of "film noir" feel to them with Dresden's cynical and sarcastic narration telling the story. It works really well, and it's wizards in modern day Chicago so I'd back up that recommendation whole heartedly.

That being said, if you're into classics and haven't tried Three Musketeers (the whole series) or The Count of Monte Cristo you should give those a shot.

Also if you're into the general 'High Fantasy' type books you might check out Jim Butcher's other series Codex of Alera. It's a fantasy world where everyone can use magic via Furies (elemental Spirits) except the main character. Being the odd one out, the kids got to get by with as many of his wits as he can use at any given point to avoid being pushed around and stepped all over by those who are more 'normal'.

I'm not sure if any of those are quite up your ally from what you've put up, but generally I recommend all of those to anyone. Try them out, page through a few chapters before you buy maybe. Good luck.