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4.07 AVERAGE
4.07 AVERAGE
Oh Andrea, you were pretty damn cool in the previous Kate Daniels books but now you are just plain badass! You have taken the loss of the Order in your life and turned it into a desire to live, love, and kick some serious ass. You go girl!
This book centered all around Andrea and her relationship with Raphael and her place within the Pack. All while dealing with one bad God, attempting to prevent the resurrection of another superbad God, and saving the life of a child who had the unfortunately luck of being dragged into something completely unrelated to her.
Andrea, sometimes endearingly called Andi which I loved, is totally different in this book. While totally understandable considering what has happened in her life in the past few months it did take a little bit of getting used to. I think that was the point though because Andrea was still getting used to the new her as well, so it was fun to experience those changes along with the character. And the person she has become is so much stronger, trusting, and amazing. Raphael also grows up a lot in this book too. He used to be such a spoiled brat who while sweet, loyal, and determined, was still just such a kid. Now he is still fiercely loyal and loving, but is so much more mature and grown up. His loss of Andrea, and thinking she was dead at the end of the last Kate Daniels book seriously sobered him up and now he is so much more totally scrumptious!! Also every time his bright blue eyes and amazing black hair is described I can only think he looks like this...
Is that bad???
Either way I totally loved this book, and while I love that this book and the Kate Daniels novella [b:Magic Gifts|13299211|Magic Gifts (Kate Daniels, #5.4)|Ilona Andrews|http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1324799377s/13299211.jpg|18504471] take place simultaneously and intertwine when Kate first emerged in Gunmetal Magic I kinda didn't like it. I thought it made it seem as if Andrea, Raphael, or anyone in the Kate Daniels world for that matter couldn't deal with some crisis like this without her help or input. And while her sojourn into Gunmetal Magic was brief I kind of would have preferred if she hadn't help. Although it was cool when their stories would intertwine, for instance when they were both in the office for their own cases.
Either way, this book was freaking fabulous and I feel so totally spoiled to have gotten an entire book dedicated to a character that is not Kate. Don't get me wrong I LOVE KATE but I was so excited for this book and for the rumored book about Jim coming up soon as he is one of my favorite characters in the series. It has been insanely fantastic getting a direct line into the minds of other characters in the series and I can't wait to do it again!
This book centered all around Andrea and her relationship with Raphael and her place within the Pack. All while dealing with one bad God, attempting to prevent the resurrection of another superbad God, and saving the life of a child who had the unfortunately luck of being dragged into something completely unrelated to her.
Andrea, sometimes endearingly called Andi which I loved, is totally different in this book. While totally understandable considering what has happened in her life in the past few months it did take a little bit of getting used to. I think that was the point though because Andrea was still getting used to the new her as well, so it was fun to experience those changes along with the character. And the person she has become is so much stronger, trusting, and amazing. Raphael also grows up a lot in this book too. He used to be such a spoiled brat who while sweet, loyal, and determined, was still just such a kid. Now he is still fiercely loyal and loving, but is so much more mature and grown up. His loss of Andrea, and thinking she was dead at the end of the last Kate Daniels book seriously sobered him up and now he is so much more totally scrumptious!! Also every time his bright blue eyes and amazing black hair is described I can only think he looks like this...
Is that bad???
Either way I totally loved this book, and while I love that this book and the Kate Daniels novella [b:Magic Gifts|13299211|Magic Gifts (Kate Daniels, #5.4)|Ilona Andrews|http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1324799377s/13299211.jpg|18504471] take place simultaneously and intertwine when Kate first emerged in Gunmetal Magic I kinda didn't like it. I thought it made it seem as if Andrea, Raphael, or anyone in the Kate Daniels world for that matter couldn't deal with some crisis like this without her help or input. And while her sojourn into Gunmetal Magic was brief I kind of would have preferred if she hadn't help. Although it was cool when their stories would intertwine, for instance when they were both in the office for their own cases.
Either way, this book was freaking fabulous and I feel so totally spoiled to have gotten an entire book dedicated to a character that is not Kate. Don't get me wrong I LOVE KATE but I was so excited for this book and for the rumored book about Jim coming up soon as he is one of my favorite characters in the series. It has been insanely fantastic getting a direct line into the minds of other characters in the series and I can't wait to do it again!
4.5 stars
Like a lot of other Kate Daniels fans, I went into Gunmetal Magic looking forward to Andrea's story while at the same time being a little disappointed that I wouldn't get to hear about my favorite lion this round. But even with minimal Curran and Kate in this story, Ilona Andrews created another exciting tale with Gunmetal Magic that sucked me in from page one.
I've always liked Andrea, but this book definitely helped me to better understand why her and Kate are the best of friends. They're alike in a lot of ways -- stubborn, headstrong, and best of all kick-butt all-around. I was definitely drawn in by Andrea's story because I wanted to learn more about her, but also because her and Raphael's story has been going on in the background of all the other Kate Daniel's books, so it was nice to see them at the forefront this time.
But it's not all love and Spanish Soap Opera's (Kate's words). The action and solid story I've come to expect from any Kate Daniels book was definitely up to par and kept me guessing up until the end. It's good to see that Andrews can write not just about Kate but other stories within this world seemingly effortlessly.
Overall this was a great book, I really don't have any complaints. Like with most Kate Daniel's books, I find myself loving this world more and more every time I get another book and glimpse into it. I'm happy that Andrea and Raphael's story has finally come full circle but I'm definitely looking forward to another Kate and Curran book. Oh and next in the Kate Daniel's world should definitely be Roman -- I love him already! :)
Like a lot of other Kate Daniels fans, I went into Gunmetal Magic looking forward to Andrea's story while at the same time being a little disappointed that I wouldn't get to hear about my favorite lion this round. But even with minimal Curran and Kate in this story, Ilona Andrews created another exciting tale with Gunmetal Magic that sucked me in from page one.
I've always liked Andrea, but this book definitely helped me to better understand why her and Kate are the best of friends. They're alike in a lot of ways -- stubborn, headstrong, and best of all kick-butt all-around. I was definitely drawn in by Andrea's story because I wanted to learn more about her, but also because her and Raphael's story has been going on in the background of all the other Kate Daniel's books, so it was nice to see them at the forefront this time.
But it's not all love and Spanish Soap Opera's (Kate's words). The action and solid story I've come to expect from any Kate Daniels book was definitely up to par and kept me guessing up until the end. It's good to see that Andrews can write not just about Kate but other stories within this world seemingly effortlessly.
Overall this was a great book, I really don't have any complaints. Like with most Kate Daniel's books, I find myself loving this world more and more every time I get another book and glimpse into it. I'm happy that Andrea and Raphael's story has finally come full circle but I'm definitely looking forward to another Kate and Curran book. Oh and next in the Kate Daniel's world should definitely be Roman -- I love him already! :)
When I first heard Andrea was getting her own novel I was a little nervous. I'd previously read a short story involving Andrea which was interesting, but not as engaging as other stories from the Kate Daniels world. But with the teasers we were given and all the build-up before release, I was desperate to get my hands on 'Gunmetal Magic'. I'm so happy to say that I could not put the book down and I shouldn't have doubted that Ilona Andrews would produce such as amazing book to add to my favourite series.
Set in the Kate Daniels world, 'Gunmetal Magic' tells the story of best friend, Andrea Nash, as she struggles to find her place in supernatural Atlanta. Andrea has had some trouble with this in the past, torn between her nature as beastkin - an outcast shapeshifter - and her values as a law enforcer; Andrea is put in a tricky situation and must finally accept that her shapeshifter side, and the Atlanta Pack, holds more chances for a happy life. I was so glad we got to see Andrea work out her issues. While I love that Andrea doesn't bend to expectations and demands, her stubborn side does cause problems and I was getting worried about her chances for happiness. There are only so many times you can push opportunities away and hope they'll come back again.
When four shapeshifters are found dead from snake bites in a Pack owned building, Andrea is asked to look into the mystery of their deaths. With the only lead she has being a short list of other people interested in the Pack's building, Andrea is sent on a crazy journey to discover what happened to the shapeshifters. You would think this is a tricky task, but nearly all problems that pop up in Atlanta involve something magical, so I was prepared for Andrea to explore a fair bit of the magical community. Like all Kate Daniels books, 'Gunmetal Magic' involves a lot of mythology. I love this part of the series, exploring new myths, religions and cultures that you don't often see in paranormal books. This time around, we come across a God problem - defeated Egyptian Gods trying to be resurrected. When gods are involved, there's always going to be trouble; but it's fun, exciting and definitely worth reading.
The hardest part of this book was the romance. We've seen Andrea and Raphael in good and bad times throughout the main Kate Daniels storyline and now we're back to seeing them try to work out their issues. I love Andrea and Raphael together. Both shapeshifters of the same series, they fit so well. But issues have to be resolved and when you have two stubborn people who have been hurt in the past it's hard to pick up the pieces immediately. I adored the flirting, arguing - the tension! Ilona Andrews can create amazing dialogue that makes me smile and wish for more.
And I can't finish this review without mentioning Kate and Curran. Not a major part of the storyline, as they were dealing with their own magical issues at the same time (which can be read in 'Magic Gifts') but they did pop up occasionally and I loved every moment of it. I miss Kate and Curran, they are my UF It-Couple!
Fantastic book. I can't get enough of this series and I'm looking forward to more spin-off books in the future.
5/5 stars
Set in the Kate Daniels world, 'Gunmetal Magic' tells the story of best friend, Andrea Nash, as she struggles to find her place in supernatural Atlanta. Andrea has had some trouble with this in the past, torn between her nature as beastkin - an outcast shapeshifter - and her values as a law enforcer; Andrea is put in a tricky situation and must finally accept that her shapeshifter side, and the Atlanta Pack, holds more chances for a happy life. I was so glad we got to see Andrea work out her issues. While I love that Andrea doesn't bend to expectations and demands, her stubborn side does cause problems and I was getting worried about her chances for happiness. There are only so many times you can push opportunities away and hope they'll come back again.
When four shapeshifters are found dead from snake bites in a Pack owned building, Andrea is asked to look into the mystery of their deaths. With the only lead she has being a short list of other people interested in the Pack's building, Andrea is sent on a crazy journey to discover what happened to the shapeshifters. You would think this is a tricky task, but nearly all problems that pop up in Atlanta involve something magical, so I was prepared for Andrea to explore a fair bit of the magical community. Like all Kate Daniels books, 'Gunmetal Magic' involves a lot of mythology. I love this part of the series, exploring new myths, religions and cultures that you don't often see in paranormal books. This time around, we come across a God problem - defeated Egyptian Gods trying to be resurrected. When gods are involved, there's always going to be trouble; but it's fun, exciting and definitely worth reading.
The hardest part of this book was the romance. We've seen Andrea and Raphael in good and bad times throughout the main Kate Daniels storyline and now we're back to seeing them try to work out their issues. I love Andrea and Raphael together. Both shapeshifters of the same series, they fit so well. But issues have to be resolved and when you have two stubborn people who have been hurt in the past it's hard to pick up the pieces immediately. I adored the flirting, arguing - the tension! Ilona Andrews can create amazing dialogue that makes me smile and wish for more.
And I can't finish this review without mentioning Kate and Curran. Not a major part of the storyline, as they were dealing with their own magical issues at the same time (which can be read in 'Magic Gifts') but they did pop up occasionally and I loved every moment of it. I miss Kate and Curran, they are my UF It-Couple!
Fantastic book. I can't get enough of this series and I'm looking forward to more spin-off books in the future.
5/5 stars
adventurous
mysterious
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
This was an excellent addition to the Kate Daniels universe. Andrea is a wonderful character. And it was rather good to get away from the "All Kate and Curran all the time" motif in some of the books.
The courtship (if you want to call it that) between Rafael and Andrea was really glorious. Drama everywhere!
The plot was good. The quest was excellent. And, definitely, all gods are difficult to deal with.
The courtship (if you want to call it that) between Rafael and Andrea was really glorious. Drama everywhere!
The plot was good. The quest was excellent. And, definitely, all gods are difficult to deal with.
adventurous
funny
adventurous
emotional
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
adventurous
funny
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
N/A
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
adventurous
dark
emotional
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes