This is more or less business as usual for the characters in this series, until these flares stop occurring in a vaguely predictable sequence, and, as well as fading in and out quickly enough to cause havoc, start building towards a destructive pinnacle.Īnything supernatural is strongly affected during the flares, strengthened both beyond reason and their normal capacity. The plot of Magic Burns hinges on the existence of “flares”, surges of magic during which modern technology is unable to function, and the unexplained and inexplicable has a tendency to pop unpredictably in and out of existence.
In truth, it is the opposite, with an engaging vibrancy that ensures that it is eminently readable. Additionally, while Magic Burns is rich with ever-popular biting one-liners, the novel isn’t a thoughtless supernatural romp with little to no plot, and an overabundance of sexual tension. Arguably action-heavy, with the crux of the plot hinging on a final big leagues clash, it nevertheless doesn’t scrimp on character development, or on admirably varied dialogue. It also benefits from a structured and well-paced plot, memorable characters, and detailed world-building. The second book in the series, Magic Burns, has a unique narrative voice that is both entertaining and engaging, and rich with personality. I reviewed Magic Bites, the first book in the Kate Daniels series, in 2015. And if Kate can’t stop the cataclysmic showdown, the city may not survive…” The stolen maps are only the opening gambit in an epic tug-of-war between two gods hoping for rebirth. During a flare, gods and goddesses can manifest – and battle for power. 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. Now Kate’s going to have to deal with problems on a much bigger scale: a divine one.
But once every seven years, a flare comes, a time when magic runs rampant. Normally, waves of paranormal energy ebb and flow across Atlanta like a tide. “Down in Atlanta, tempers – and temperatures – are about to flare…Ī s a mercenary who cleans up after magic gone wrong, Kate Daniels has seen her share of occup ational hazards. 4 out of 5 stars for Magic Burns (Kate Daniels #2) by Ilona Andrews.
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