A review by hookedbythatbook
Eternal Magic (Magic for Hire), # 3 by Alexandra Ivy

4.0

A past best forgotten catches up with Maya in this suspenseful, thrilling fantasy romance. 

Maya wasn't a very likable character in the first two books. She came across as quite strict and rigid, and it was a given that she had some trauma from long ago that made her that way. The past was very cleverly woven into the story of the present and gave us a chilling view into Maya's psyche. But this also gave her the determination she needed to figure out the mystery of who wanted her dead. And to face some ghosts from the past as well. 

Ravyer was an indistinguishable part of her painful past. They tiptoed around each other initially, but their fascination with each other from before reignited with a bang. I loved how he just fell for Maya, went all in, and didn't question it at all. They made a great couple and an effective team. 

Tia played an instrumental role in the entire affair. She and Maya shared a history of pain and suffering, and both had reason to feel resentful. Theirs was a difficult reunion, yet they had each other's backs when it mattered most. We did find out more about Joe and, as expected, he played Maya's protector, but I felt that this wasn't all there was to him. 

The plot was a bit convoluted, with lots of players and possible suspects, and our heroes had to chase plenty of dead ends. It all flowed very well, and the resolution was both horrifying and satisfying. I can recommend this series if you like a steamy fantasy romance with vampires, demons, and mages. It is best to read the books in order. 

Thank you to Netgalley for providing me with a copy. All thoughts and opinions are my own.