In “Changes,” the twelfth installment of Jim Butcher’s Dresden Files series, the stakes are sky-high for Chicago’s only professional wizard, Harry Dresden. When he discovers that he has a daughter who has been kidnapped by his mortal enemies, the Red Court of Vampires, Dresden is forced to make unimaginable sacrifices to save her. The novel delves deep into themes of family, sacrifice, and identity, while skillfully maintaining the series’ signature blend of humor, action, and supernatural intrigue. As Dresden navigates a complex web of alliances and enemies, he confronts life-altering choices that set the stage for the future of the series, making “Changes” a pivotal turning point that leaves an indelible mark on both the character and the reader.