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x_librarian's review against another edition
4.0
Kat is in trouble again and delightful as ever! I loved it just as much as the first one and I hope there are more to come. I have so many questions!
chocolatequeen's review against another edition
5.0
I picked up the first book in this series, Kat Incorrigible, because I love Regency England and middle-grade fantasy. The book was an absolute treat, with plenty of things from both genres to make a fan happy.
Renegade Magic, the second in the trilogy, is even better. Someone is accessing the wild magic in Bath and Kat stumbles upon the plot. However, she's already been kicked out of the Guardians before she's even initiated, so what can she do to stop the villain?
I loved this book from start to finish.
Renegade Magic, the second in the trilogy, is even better. Someone is accessing the wild magic in Bath and Kat stumbles upon the plot. However, she's already been kicked out of the Guardians before she's even initiated, so what can she do to stop the villain?
I loved this book from start to finish.
brandypainter's review against another edition
4.0
Originally posted here.
Stephanie Burgis has combined two of my favorite things with her Kat books. Magic and Regency England. I loved Kat Incorrigible. Bit thoroughly enjoyed it as well. I was going to wait and review Renegade Magic with her too, but we are currently in the middle of a different trilogy so it will be a while before I can read it to her. I didn't want to wait that long. There is always some nervousness when reading a sequel to a book you really enjoyed. There is a chance it won't be as good. Renegade Magic does not suffer that fate. It is even better than its predecessor.
While I loved the house party setting and Kat's discoveries of her magical heritage in the first book, I enjoyed the setting and magic in this one even more. Renegade Magic takes place in Bath complete with trips to the Pump Room, Assemblies, and scandalous Rakes who prey on innocent young ladies. Burgis used the history and myths of the Baths and the spring from which they come to create all sorts of magical mystery and mayhem. The writing in this volume is even better than it was in the first and it was quite good to begin with. The dialogue flows well and is humorous. The mystery is set up perfectly, and even though I knew the who was behind the magical mischief it was just as interesting to discover the whys and wherefores.
Kat continues to be an extremely likable and engaging heroine. I found myself frustrated exceedingly at all of the people who wouldn't listen to her, wanting to shake them and yell at them. Much like Kat herself was probably feeling. I completely understood why Kat doesn't waste time trying to convince others of her rightness and instead acts on it. I liked the more thorough introduction we have to Charles, Kat's brother, in this story. I also enjoyed how one particular character I was frustrated with finally stepped up and did something. Lady Fotherington returns to continue to attempt to keep Kat from coming into her full magical abilities, but we also get a little more insight into her motivations and anger. There is a delightful new character, Lucy, who is introduced and it was nice to see how Kat interacted with someone closer to her own age and not in her own family.
This is a book you should block out time to red. Burgis is an evil author who ends her chapters in ways that will make you want to keep reading just one more until before you know it you are up way too late with a finished book. Even though I couldn't stop reading I was sad to reach the end. Burgis has created a world I just don't want to leave and it is mostly due to my wanting to spend more time with the characters. I was so disappointed when the story came to an end because it meant my time with them was over. I am very much looking forward to the third installment of Kat's adventures.
Stephanie Burgis has combined two of my favorite things with her Kat books. Magic and Regency England. I loved Kat Incorrigible. Bit thoroughly enjoyed it as well. I was going to wait and review Renegade Magic with her too, but we are currently in the middle of a different trilogy so it will be a while before I can read it to her. I didn't want to wait that long. There is always some nervousness when reading a sequel to a book you really enjoyed. There is a chance it won't be as good. Renegade Magic does not suffer that fate. It is even better than its predecessor.
While I loved the house party setting and Kat's discoveries of her magical heritage in the first book, I enjoyed the setting and magic in this one even more. Renegade Magic takes place in Bath complete with trips to the Pump Room, Assemblies, and scandalous Rakes who prey on innocent young ladies. Burgis used the history and myths of the Baths and the spring from which they come to create all sorts of magical mystery and mayhem. The writing in this volume is even better than it was in the first and it was quite good to begin with. The dialogue flows well and is humorous. The mystery is set up perfectly, and even though I knew the who was behind the magical mischief it was just as interesting to discover the whys and wherefores.
Kat continues to be an extremely likable and engaging heroine. I found myself frustrated exceedingly at all of the people who wouldn't listen to her, wanting to shake them and yell at them. Much like Kat herself was probably feeling. I completely understood why Kat doesn't waste time trying to convince others of her rightness and instead acts on it. I liked the more thorough introduction we have to Charles, Kat's brother, in this story. I also enjoyed how one particular character I was frustrated with finally stepped up and did something. Lady Fotherington returns to continue to attempt to keep Kat from coming into her full magical abilities, but we also get a little more insight into her motivations and anger. There is a delightful new character, Lucy, who is introduced and it was nice to see how Kat interacted with someone closer to her own age and not in her own family.
This is a book you should block out time to red. Burgis is an evil author who ends her chapters in ways that will make you want to keep reading just one more until before you know it you are up way too late with a finished book. Even though I couldn't stop reading I was sad to reach the end. Burgis has created a world I just don't want to leave and it is mostly due to my wanting to spend more time with the characters. I was so disappointed when the story came to an end because it meant my time with them was over. I am very much looking forward to the third installment of Kat's adventures.
aylea's review against another edition
4.0
This review originally published by The Children's Book and Media Review run by Brigham Young University.
Kat’s world is turned upside-down when her sister Elissa’s wedding is ruined by Frederick Carlyle’s mother. When his mother refuses to let him marry Angeline and announces to everyone that the girls in the family are witches, Stepmama takes all of the Stephensons to Bath, hoping that Angeline can get married to an eligible suitor before the word spreads about the family. Kat is thrown out of the Guardians Order, but at Bath she finds connections to magic that the Guardians are ignoring. Kat uses her wits and determination to save her family and find the person responsible for manipulating the wild magic at the roman baths.
Renegade Magic is a charming sequel to the first book in the series. Again the star of the book is the family relationships. In this book, Angeline and Kat are at odds, but Charles also becomes more interested in the lives of his sisters. Kat’s father also gets more involved in their lives, and the view towards Stepmama continues to be positive. Kat is still impulsive and doesn’t learn from many of her mistakes, but the magical regency aspect continues to be well done and enjoyable, especially for Regency fans who are familiar with Bath. Fans of the first book and of regency mixed with fantasy will continue to enjoy this series.
Kat’s world is turned upside-down when her sister Elissa’s wedding is ruined by Frederick Carlyle’s mother. When his mother refuses to let him marry Angeline and announces to everyone that the girls in the family are witches, Stepmama takes all of the Stephensons to Bath, hoping that Angeline can get married to an eligible suitor before the word spreads about the family. Kat is thrown out of the Guardians Order, but at Bath she finds connections to magic that the Guardians are ignoring. Kat uses her wits and determination to save her family and find the person responsible for manipulating the wild magic at the roman baths.
Renegade Magic is a charming sequel to the first book in the series. Again the star of the book is the family relationships. In this book, Angeline and Kat are at odds, but Charles also becomes more interested in the lives of his sisters. Kat’s father also gets more involved in their lives, and the view towards Stepmama continues to be positive. Kat is still impulsive and doesn’t learn from many of her mistakes, but the magical regency aspect continues to be well done and enjoyable, especially for Regency fans who are familiar with Bath. Fans of the first book and of regency mixed with fantasy will continue to enjoy this series.
seraphljfh's review against another edition
4.0
Brilliant, I enjoyed the first book but this one was much better. Excellent story and lots of twists
melanie42's review against another edition
3.0
I enjoyed this book. I live near Bath, and have visited often, so I knew all the places that were featured.
The book inspired me to create this Etsy treasury, using things that I found on the site that could be linked to the story:
http://www.etsy.com/treasury/NjkyOTA2MnwyMDY3ODYyNDQ3/a-tangle-of-magicks?index=2
The book inspired me to create this Etsy treasury, using things that I found on the site that could be linked to the story:
http://www.etsy.com/treasury/NjkyOTA2MnwyMDY3ODYyNDQ3/a-tangle-of-magicks?index=2
storytimed's review against another edition
3.0
It's....... Regency, I guess? Cute like a Regency novel but without any of say, a Heyer's charm or sparkle.
philyra91's review against another edition
5.0
19th-century England's most feisty 12-year-old witch is back and up to her mischief once more! Once more, Kat is called upon to save the day. Renegade Magic is delightfully charming and Kat is just so full of life, being her usual outgoing, amusing and always lovable self. I do think she has grown up a little in the sequel, putting others before herself, even though she still gets into a lot of trouble.
It was super easy to fall back into the world Burgis created and I loved how storylines from the first book carried into the second. There were moments that really made me want to punch some of the villainous characters in the book; I was so indignant on Kat's behalf, but I'm glad that everyone got their happy ending after all.
The plot is a little whimsical, but I believe that's the charm of it. Kat makes a new friend this time around and I was glad for her appearance because it was nice to see more girl power this time. I also particularly liked Kat's father's role in this novel as well; we see him outside of the unseeing-unassuming-unsure of everything portrayal that Kat has of him and that was refreshing.
I can't wait for the third installment and I'm sure whatever Burgis has in store for us and Kat, it's going to be fabulous!
It was super easy to fall back into the world Burgis created and I loved how storylines from the first book carried into the second. There were moments that really made me want to punch some of the villainous characters in the book; I was so indignant on Kat's behalf, but I'm glad that everyone got their happy ending after all.
The plot is a little whimsical, but I believe that's the charm of it. Kat makes a new friend this time around and I was glad for her appearance because it was nice to see more girl power this time. I also particularly liked Kat's father's role in this novel as well; we see him outside of the unseeing-unassuming-unsure of everything portrayal that Kat has of him and that was refreshing.
I can't wait for the third installment and I'm sure whatever Burgis has in store for us and Kat, it's going to be fabulous!
jessalynn_librarian's review against another edition
3.0
Most of what I wrote about the first book, [b:Kat, Incorrigible|6609744|Kat, Incorrigible (The Unladylike Adventures of Kat Stephenson, #1)|Stephanie Burgis|http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1348200525s/6609744.jpg|6629179], holds true for this sequel. It's still a fun mix of Regency manners and magic, and I'd recommend it to young fans of both genres. I enjoyed the characters - some get a bit more nuance as the story goes on, and it's an entertaining world to spend time in.
However, as with the first book, the rules and system of magic seemed arbitrary, developed to suit the plot. The story can get away with this, to a certain extent, because Kat is not knowledgeable about the magic. She has yet to receive any real training, and she does a lot of her magic by instinct. The characters who do know more are often hiding things from Kat and the reader. So, the lack of a coherent system of magic is forgivable, but may irk readers who like that kind of thing explained. It also leaves things open for Burgis to introduce any kind of magic into further plots, which could be fun (the ancient magic in this story sure is intriguing) but could also feel sloppy.
Overall, a light and enjoyable story that should please fans of the first book.
However, as with the first book, the rules and system of magic seemed arbitrary, developed to suit the plot. The story can get away with this, to a certain extent, because Kat is not knowledgeable about the magic. She has yet to receive any real training, and she does a lot of her magic by instinct. The characters who do know more are often hiding things from Kat and the reader. So, the lack of a coherent system of magic is forgivable, but may irk readers who like that kind of thing explained. It also leaves things open for Burgis to introduce any kind of magic into further plots, which could be fun (the ancient magic in this story sure is intriguing) but could also feel sloppy.
Overall, a light and enjoyable story that should please fans of the first book.