I’m a huge fan of Andrews, so much so that this is the only review I’ve written (as yet) for this series. I meant to. I reread the whole series again just so I could write a review after finishing each book (not to mention that I just wanted to reread the series for the enjoyment of it). But, alas, after finishing each book, I found that I was unable to tear myself away from the awe-inducing writing of Andrews, and so it appears that I will have to sum up the entire series in this one review.
KATE DANIELS IS A MASTERPIECE OF URBAN FANTASY WRITING.
READ IT THIS BOOK NOW!!!
Seriously though, these two authors are a powerhouse of a writing duo. They bring to the urban fantasy genre a level of confidence and sophistication in their writing that is rarely seen. Their weapons knowledge and research prove to be extensive. And the different myths and religious facts from all over the world, that is peppered throughout this series, is myriad and, sometimes, surprising. Their characters are diverse and bold. Not only do you, as a reader, become attached to main characters, the side characters manage to worm their way into your feelings as well.
The world that Andrews has created in this series is extensive, complex and so real that it feels like it could be waiting outside my doorstep. They make the world building in their writing appear flawless and well thought out.
Magic Triumphs brings to a close this epic series. And as a finale, it managed to hit the nail on the head - for the most part. I love that we get to see many of the characters that have popped up during the series one last time. I didn’t like that it skipped so far ahead, now I know most of the books start a few months after the last one ended but Magic Triumph begins (properly) well over a year after the events of Magic Binds. I would of liked to have gotten a novella, at least, of the time during Kate’s pregnancy, I feel that this would of filled some of the gaps that appear due to the lapse in time.
The tension, dialogue, and banter throughout this book really brings home how good this series is. We get some epic fight scenes too which is in true Kate Daniels style. This is worth 5 stars easily, however, there was one major element to the ending that annoyed me. It felt rushed. We’ve had 9 books to hype the build up of the final showdown between Kate and Roland and when it happens, it’s neither dark enough nor long enough. Saying that, I can appreciate that it was a good way to end Roland’s dark presence over Kate (trying to be unspoilery), I just feel that it could of done with a few more chapters at the end to really tie everything up perfectly.
Every single book of this series is in my FAVOURITES folder. If you’re a fan of urban fantasy, love great writing and an epic series, and don’t mind a bit of blood and guts with some romance and comedy thrown in, then I highly recommend starting this series. Kate Daniels series DEFINITELY needs to be read in order.
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