Have you heard of Shepherd? It's an interesting new option for those looking for book recommendations. I was asked to contribute an article in a way that ties into my Steel Empires series, so the topic I landed on was the best books that blend fantasy and alternate history. It was incredibly difficult to settle … Continue reading Shepherd.com: “The best books that blend fantasy and alternate history”
Review: Emerald Blaze (Hidden Legacy #5) by Ilona Andrews
Read my review of Hidden Legacy Book 1, Burn For Me.Read my review of Hidden Legacy Book 2, White Hot.Read my review of Hidden Legacy Book 3, Wildfire.Read my review of Hidden Legacy Book 3.5 Diamond Fire.Read my review of Hidden Legacy Book 4, Sapphire Flames. At one point, while enjoying this book, I turned … Continue reading Review: Emerald Blaze (Hidden Legacy #5) by Ilona Andrews
Review: Silver Shark (Kinsmen #2) by Ilona Andrews
I enjoyed this Kinsmen tale much more than the first. While this book is a romance, it certainly doesn't start out feeling that way. I'd even argue that this is a solid science-fiction story that just happens to include romantic elements as part of the plot. The world-building regarding Claire's home planet and how psychers … Continue reading Review: Silver Shark (Kinsmen #2) by Ilona Andrews
2019 Resolution Project: Magic Triumphs (Kate Daniels #10) by Ilona Andrews
My 2019 Resolution Project over at my other blog, Speculative Chic, is to read the entire Kate Daniels urban fantasy series by Ilona Andrews, finishing up with a first read of the final book in the series. This is my first time reading this novel. You can read my full review here. An excerpt: And then we … Continue reading 2019 Resolution Project: Magic Triumphs (Kate Daniels #10) by Ilona Andrews
2019 Resolution Project: Iron and Magic (Iron Covenant #1) by Ilona Andrews
My 2019 Resolution Project over at my other blog, Speculative Chic, is to read the entire Kate Daniels urban fantasy series by Ilona Andrews, finishing up with a first read of the final book in the series. This is my first time reading this novel, which the authors have advised should be read prior to reading Kate … Continue reading 2019 Resolution Project: Iron and Magic (Iron Covenant #1) by Ilona Andrews
2019 Resolution Project: Magic Binds (Kate Daniels #9) by Ilona Andrews
My 2019 Resolution Project over at my other blog, Speculative Chic, is to read the entire Kate Daniels urban fantasy series by Ilona Andrews, finishing up with a first read of the final book in the series. I’ve read the ninth book, Magic Binds, before, and originally reviewed it in June 2017. You can find NEW my full review here. An … Continue reading 2019 Resolution Project: Magic Binds (Kate Daniels #9) by Ilona Andrews
Review: Silent Blade (Kinsmen #1) by Ilona Andrews
This is an older book by the authors, and I’m impressed by how far their writing ability has come (though this wasn’t poorly written by any means). They’ve always been excellent storytellers though, and this novella stands out in this regard. The society worldbuilding here reminds me a lot of the Hidden Legacy series, though … Continue reading Review: Silent Blade (Kinsmen #1) by Ilona Andrews
2019 Resolution Project: Magic Shifts (Kate Daniels #8) by Ilona Andrews
My 2019 Resolution Project over at my other blog, Speculative Chic, is to read the entire Kate Daniels urban fantasy series by Ilona Andrews, finishing up with a first read of the final book in the series. I’ve read the eighth book, Magic Shifts,before, and originally reviewed it in April 2016. You can find NEW my full review here. An excerpt: … Continue reading 2019 Resolution Project: Magic Shifts (Kate Daniels #8) by Ilona Andrews
Review: Sapphire Flames (Hidden Legacy #4) by Ilona Andrews
It's no secret to anyone following my book reviews that Ilona Andrews is one of my "drop everything and read the new book ASAP" authors. I anxiously awaited the arrival of the newest installment of the Hidden Legacy series and devoured the book within 24 hours. Reading the previous installments of this series makes for … Continue reading Review: Sapphire Flames (Hidden Legacy #4) by Ilona Andrews
2019 Resolution Project: Magic Breaks (Kate Daniels #7) by Ilona Andrews
My 2019 Resolution Project over at my other blog, Speculative Chic, is to read the entire Kate Daniels urban fantasy series by Ilona Andrews, finishing up with a first read of the final book in the series. I’ve read the seventh book, Magic Breaks, before, and originally reviewed it in March 2016. You can find my NEW full review here. … Continue reading 2019 Resolution Project: Magic Breaks (Kate Daniels #7) by Ilona Andrews
2019 Resolution Project: Magic Rises (Kate Daniels #6) by Ilona Andrews
My 2019 Resolution Project over at my other blog, Speculative Chic, is to read the entire Kate Daniels urban fantasy series by Ilona Andrews, finishing up with a first read of the final book in the series. I’ve read this book, Magic Rises, before, but never officially reviewed it. You can find my full review here. An excerpt: "In … Continue reading 2019 Resolution Project: Magic Rises (Kate Daniels #6) by Ilona Andrews
2019 Resolution Project: Gunmetal Magic (Kate Daniels #5.5) by Ilona Andrews
My 2019 Resolution Project over at my other blog, Speculative Chic, is to read the entire Kate Daniels urban fantasy series by Ilona Andrews, finishing up with a first read of the final book in the series. I’ve read this companion book, Gunmetal Magic, before, but never officially reviewed it. You can find my full review here. An excerpt: … Continue reading 2019 Resolution Project: Gunmetal Magic (Kate Daniels #5.5) by Ilona Andrews
Review: “An Ill-Advised Rescue” (Kate Daniels #5.?) by Ilona Andrews
This short story is included in the back of Kate Daniels Book #6: Magic Rises, and the author note in the front advises the reader to start there before launching into the novel. Since I can't find a place to review this story on Amazon or Goodreads (indeed, it's not even listed as part of … Continue reading Review: “An Ill-Advised Rescue” (Kate Daniels #5.?) by Ilona Andrews
2019 Resolution Project: Magic Slays (Kate Daniels #5) by Ilona Andrews
My 2019 Resolution Project over at my other blog, Speculative Chic, is to read the entire Kate Daniels urban fantasy series by Ilona Andrews, finishing up with a first read of the final book in the series. I’ve read the fifth book, Magic Slays, before, but never officially reviewed it. You can find my full review here. An excerpt: “So … Continue reading 2019 Resolution Project: Magic Slays (Kate Daniels #5) by Ilona Andrews
2019 Resolution Project: Magic Bleeds (Kate Daniels #4) by Ilona Andrews
My 2019 Resolution Project over at my other blog, Speculative Chic, is to read the entire Kate Daniels urban fantasy series by Ilona Andrews, finishing up with a first read of the final book in the series. I’ve read the fourth book, Magic Bleeds, before, but never officially reviewed it. You can find my full review here. An excerpt: “This … Continue reading 2019 Resolution Project: Magic Bleeds (Kate Daniels #4) by Ilona Andrews
Review: “Magic Tests” (Kate Daniels #5.3) by Ilona Andrews
I first read this short story as part of the collection Small Magics. It also appears in the anthology An Apple for the Creature, edited by Charlaine Harris and Toni L.P. Kelner. My review is below: Because I’m always thrilled to learn more about Kate’s protege, I was delighted to read “Magic Tests” in this collection. Julie … Continue reading Review: “Magic Tests” (Kate Daniels #5.3) by Ilona Andrews
Review: Magic Dreams (Kate Daniels #4.5) by Ilona Andrews
This fun novella features a new protagonist in the urban fantasy world of Kate Daniels, the weretiger Dali. She is absolutely adorable and I love her. But what I love best about her is that is also a complete badass, even if a different sort from Kate and Andrea Nash (two other POV characters in … Continue reading Review: Magic Dreams (Kate Daniels #4.5) by Ilona Andrews
Review: Magic Mourns (Kate Daniels #3.5) by Ilona Andrews
This novella takes place between Magic Strikes and Magic Bleeds in the Kate Daniels universe, but the point-of-view character is Kate's friend Andrea Nash instead. We've already been introduced to Andrea and know secrets about her character from previous books in the series, but this time, she's the hero of her own adventure. Once again, … Continue reading Review: Magic Mourns (Kate Daniels #3.5) by Ilona Andrews
2019 Resolution Project: Magic Strikes (Kate Daniels #3) by Ilona Andrews
My 2019 Resolution Project over at my other blog, Speculative Chic, is to read the entire Kate Daniels urban fantasy series by Ilona Andrews, finishing up with a first read of the final book in the series. I’ve read the third book, Magic Strikes, before, but never officially reviewed it. You can find my full review here. An excerpt: "Kate … Continue reading 2019 Resolution Project: Magic Strikes (Kate Daniels #3) by Ilona Andrews
2019 Resolution Project: Magic Burns (Kate Daniels #2) by Ilona Andrews
My 2019 Resolution Project over at my other blog, Speculative Chic, is to read the entire Kate Daniels urban fantasy series by Ilona Andrews, finishing up with a first read of the final book in the series. I've read the second book, Magic Burns, before, but never officially reviewed it. You can find my full review … Continue reading 2019 Resolution Project: Magic Burns (Kate Daniels #2) by Ilona Andrews