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4.23 AVERAGE
4.23 AVERAGE
Honesty in a relationship--Kate and Curran have that! I love that they can talk things out.
The info about Voron and his motives came as a surprise to me. Those witches really messed up a kid's life. I am glad that I got to read this series.
The info about Voron and his motives came as a surprise to me. Those witches really messed up a kid's life. I am glad that I got to read this series.
My only saving grace was that Curran wasn’t handling this whole mating thing any better. Yesterday he’d called me at the office claiming that he couldn’t find his socks. We talked for two hours.
OH WISH I HAD A CURRAN IN MY LYFE (but realistically speaking he'd drive me mental with his alphaness)
Also teen!Ascanio is here! I adore him (the fight between him and Derek is my Absolute Fav - Derek is so sexy)
Anyway, this book by far gave me the most stress jajvnkavdaadvjn
adventurous
dark
emotional
funny
fast-paced
adventurous
dark
funny
fast-paced
adventurous
emotional
funny
fast-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:
Complicated
God, I love these books. They flip flop between slice of life and bloodthirsty fantasy/adventure.
I'm really glad to see The return of Andrea and Grendel. Andrea being kicked out of the order (forcably retired) was upsetting, knowing how much it meant to her, but I'm glad to see her and Kate working together again, and for the chance she and Rafael could get back together. Aunt Bea's meddling, which nearly killed the kids, really frustrated me. I like her, but I'm glad Andrea punches her. Ascanio is a great new addition to the cast of characters. His playboy attitude at the beginning of the novel compared to what he went through to try to save Julie and the actual kind kid behind the bravado makes me hope hope he'll be a recurring character. Kate's childhood being dismantled during her visit with baba yaga was also really interesting. The story of her mother, princess like, staying behind to sacrifice yourself while Voron escaped with baby Kate makes a lot more sense knowing that Voron's immortality was tired to be coming a virtual slave of Roland's. The efforts to which Voron went to train Kate, depriving her of a childhood and not letting her know her maternal relatives or be trained magically are put into an even darker light with the revelations in this book. I'm very interested in how Kate's magical training will go, and I want to know more about the voice she spoke to while cleansing Julie's blood. Part of me thinks it was Hugh, hence the flowers, but another part of me thinks it was a god like Morrigan or possibly Kate's mom. Curran threatening to leave if Kate ever performs that variety of blood magic again felt almost out of character, but not in a bad way. It just felt out of place after learning that Curran was willing to give up the pack for Kate. I look forward to seeing more slice of life content, or at least familial content now that Kate's extended and adopted family has expanded again.
I loved the cookbook scene.
I loved the cookbook scene.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Animal death, Body horror, Death, Genocide, Gore, Gun violence, Suicide, Violence, Blood, Police brutality, Medical content, Grief, Stalking, Murder, Sexual harassment, Injury/Injury detail
Moderate: Infertility, Pregnancy
The Kate Daniels series quickly became one of my favourites in the Urban fantasy genre and I eagerly awaited the arrival of my pre ordered copy of Magic Slays, the fifth installment.
After the stunning revelations in Magic Bleeds, Kate is having to reestablish herself. She has left the Order to start her own private investigation business and has taken her place at Curran's side as his mate. Yet both situations are fraught with complications and Kate is struggling to accept her new roles. In the midst of her personal crisis of confidence, Kate learns some devastating truths about her family, but there is little time to dwell on the repercussions of her history. Kate becomes involved in a bizarre assassination that reveals a doomsday device that threatens the magical community of Atlanta. It leads not only a dramatic race to identify the cult and prevent the bomb from being detonated, but also the only means to save the life of Kate's ward, Julie.
While Kate and company have to fight their way through a group of crazed fanatics, and the plot in this installment is as fast paced and action packed as always, it is Kate's growth that really stood out for me.
What I enjoy most about Kate is her ability to not only fight, but also think, her way out of situations. No matter the circumstance she pushes, determined to find a solution that resolves best for everyone involved. Her choices are not without risk but I admire her courage and determination. Equally, I like the glimmers of vulnerability we see, her insecurity in her relations with Curran and her fears for those close to her. I think i have a bit of a girl crush on Kate really but I think I would be willing to take her own for a place at Curran's side. *deep sigh of longing*
Fans of this series won't be disappointed in Magic Slays, I expect that most, like me will simply be desperate for the next book. If this isn't a series you have started yet, make the time - it's totally worth it!
After the stunning revelations in Magic Bleeds, Kate is having to reestablish herself. She has left the Order to start her own private investigation business and has taken her place at Curran's side as his mate. Yet both situations are fraught with complications and Kate is struggling to accept her new roles. In the midst of her personal crisis of confidence, Kate learns some devastating truths about her family, but there is little time to dwell on the repercussions of her history. Kate becomes involved in a bizarre assassination that reveals a doomsday device that threatens the magical community of Atlanta. It leads not only a dramatic race to identify the cult and prevent the bomb from being detonated, but also the only means to save the life of Kate's ward, Julie.
While Kate and company have to fight their way through a group of crazed fanatics, and the plot in this installment is as fast paced and action packed as always, it is Kate's growth that really stood out for me.
What I enjoy most about Kate is her ability to not only fight, but also think, her way out of situations. No matter the circumstance she pushes, determined to find a solution that resolves best for everyone involved. Her choices are not without risk but I admire her courage and determination. Equally, I like the glimmers of vulnerability we see, her insecurity in her relations with Curran and her fears for those close to her. I think i have a bit of a girl crush on Kate really but I think I would be willing to take her own for a place at Curran's side. *deep sigh of longing*
Fans of this series won't be disappointed in Magic Slays, I expect that most, like me will simply be desperate for the next book. If this isn't a series you have started yet, make the time - it's totally worth it!