
Format: Mobi
Release Date: April 2008
Publisher: Ace
Source: Gift
Genre: Urban Fantasy
Down in Atlanta, tempers – and temperatures – are about to flare…
As a mercenary who cleans up after magic gone wrong, Kate Daniels has seen her share of occupational hazards. Normally, waves of paranormal energy ebb and flow across Atlanta like a tide. But once every seven years, a flare comes, a time when magic runs rampant. Now Kate’s going to have to deal with problems on a much bigger scale: a divine one.
When Kate sets out to retrieve a set of stolen maps for the Pack, Atlanta’s paramilitary clan of shapeshifters, she quickly realizes much more at stake. During a flare, gods and goddesses can manifest – and battle for power. The stolen maps are only the opening gambit in an epic tug-of-war between two gods hoping for rebirth. And if Kate can’t stop the cataclysmic showdown, the city may not survive


Candace: YES! I have had the series since before I started blogging in 2008. It was way past time to finally pick up. It took a minute, and I had to be in the right mood, but once I was I really loved this one! I listened to the audiobook so it wasn't like I devoured it fast but I did find myself pushing to make more time to listen to it as I wanted to know what happens next.
Me: I found the first book, Magic Bites good, but I didn't quite get why it's such a sensation among UF readers and fans. Now I'm slowly getting it. The universe is immense! I love all smorgasbord of paranormal creatures. I especially love their vampire mythos and the whole hierarchy of weres.
Candace: I was a little blah about the first book and felt the same. I didn't get it. But I know that urban fantasy series are just like that. I often have to read the second (or even the third) before I'm invested. I find myself invested now. I'm not totally in love with the vampire idea. But I kind of like the uniqueness of them. Totally unlike anything else I've read. And you really don't know what kind of weird creature will pop up next!
Me: So true, I wasn't expecting sea monsters and those types of witches in MAGIC BURNS. And they did it so well too! The cast and kind of characters isn't overwhelming, unlike some UF series where they keep on dumping creatures at us.
How do you like the World building here? The series is considered "old" and since we're behind the curve, does it still feel fresh and exciting at this point?
Candace: Yes, actually I think because of the nature of it, it's kind of timeless. At least more so than many books. Because of the nature of things, there's not the stuff that 'ages out' or dates it. It works well because no matter what it's more of an alternate future and already so different. I really loved how this was done. The only thing is that I have heard so much about this series for so long that I knew some things already. But I don't think it ruined anything for me. And really, it's just a unique series so far. I have read quite a bit of UF and haven't read anything quite like it (Devon Monk has a magic series that is kind of similar feel but still very different). What are your thoughts on that? Do you think it does a good job of being a series that doesn't feel dated? And do you think it's unique? You've probably read even more UF then I have...
Me: I haven't read DMonk, yet another series I should try at some point. Yes, oddly it still feels unique to me even if I've read a lot of UF that has a mish-mash of creatures. I'm sure IAndrews have inspired a lot of other UF authors, thankfully nobody has written anything that's close to Kate and Curran. I personally think it's the Lion shifter part, I haven't met a Lion shifter Alpha Kind before...
Our gabfest continues on at Candace's Book Blog with audiobook feedback.


I might just have to read this one, it sounds like a book I'd like and I love the cover.
ReplyDeleteI've been meaning to re-read the first book,so thanks for the reminder!
ReplyDeleteI only read the first book in the series, but I LVOED IT :D Because of the world-building which is, as you said, IMMENSE!!
ReplyDeleteSo glad you both got to reading this one and enjoyed it. :D I need to get caught up on the series though. I think I'm 2 books behind at the moment.
ReplyDeleteLove that you guys are reading this together, it is one of my favorites!
ReplyDeleteI still have this series on my radar...love the joint review!
ReplyDeleteI so love this series. It is one of my favorites. I do agree that the first book isn't outstanding. The books continue to get better and better. I just love the snark, worldbuilding, characters, plots, action, everything. I'm glad that the two of you have started reading it and stuck through the first book, which isn't bad, but isn't great either.
ReplyDeleteMelanie @ Hot Listens & Rabid Reads
This is my favorite Adult series!!!! So happy you're reading!
ReplyDeleteWhat a fun review! I love Kate Daniels so much! Braine you need to read Devon Monk!!!!
ReplyDeleteLove the post. Kate Daniel is a name that rings a bell. I'll have to check and see what I have read or have on my list and get to catching up too. Can't resist a great shifter series.
ReplyDeletesherry @ fundinmental
I've reread this series so many times, and it never gets old. The further along in the series, the better they get. I love the different mythology in each book, plus Kate and Curran are my favorite couple. The supporting characters aren't bad either. Hope you ladies love the rest of the series.
ReplyDeleteThis is one of the few series that I'm still sticking with!
ReplyDeleteKaren @For What It's Worth
WOOT WOOT WOOT! I am so glad you are loving them :)
ReplyDeleteWhat a great idea and I'm in the same boat with both of you ladies and have been dying to try this author combo!
ReplyDeleteI <3 this series! I hope yall continue with it, I feel like it just gets better and better.
ReplyDeleteI love that you're finally reading this series, Braine, and that you love it :) It's one I plan on listening to this summer. I have several of the books in audio already. And Kate just gets better and better - plus between the humor and the romance, I always, always swoon.
ReplyDeleteGreat chat!
Lexxie @ (un)Conventional Bookviews
Thank you so much for doing this read along with me! It was fun to chat about the book. :)
ReplyDeleteLove the both of you reviewing this! I LOVE this series on audio, but my darn library has me stuck. Still can’t locate Magic Rises and I even tried interlibrary loan. :(
ReplyDeleteAs for the rest… OOOOOooooo! You both have me biting my tongue. You will so love their relationship and the secondary characters. Now to stop here or I’ll end up spoiling something… :D
How fun! That's great you read the series together. I really do want to try a buddy-read sometime. I think it would be fun. I haven't read these, but I AM curious about checking out more UF. I used to read more but haven't in awhile.
ReplyDelete-Lauren
www.letsgetbeyondtolerance.blogspot.com
These are awesomeeeeeeeeeeeeeee
ReplyDeleteBook one was rough, but with this one I slipped right in and fell in love. I listen on audio and they have become one of my favorite authors.
ReplyDeleteYay! Glad to see you jumping in with your reading partner. I enjoy getting a reunion with these books through your thoughts.
ReplyDeleteoh yipee!!! Love a join operation in reading a book!! I really enjoyed this book...each book gets better through the series. Such a fantastic world that this author couple has written. Glad you enjoyed it.
ReplyDeleteWoot! I'm so happy you two decided to do a read-along for Kate & Co. I freakin' love this series but I started it when it first released. I'm happy you stuck with it and dig the world-building. I think the Andrews's do a phenomenal job of creating a unique world to go along with their kickass characters. ;)
ReplyDeleteAnd Braine, I've only read the first few, but I loved DMonk's Magic series as well. :D
I was the same on book one. I liked it but wasn't wowed but he series definitely won me over and became a favorite. Glad to see you're reading them, Braine!
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