Wicked Magic (Magic Series, Book 3)

I usually read a few books at a time. Some nights I'm in the mood for non-fiction, other times vampires, or a highly recommended book. I keep reaching for this book, night after night. I want to know what's going to happen to the characters, I'm invested in the story. I will pick up Ms. McCray's other books.

Love it! The smoldering Fae Warriors are back doing that sexy, alpha male thing. As expected McCray keeps it hot, funny & suspenseful with lots of action and of course hot, steamy love with another delish Tuatha Da Danann warrior. The 1st meeting between Rhiannon & Keir is hilarious and witty dialogue continues throughout the book. Keir's side kick fairy is adorable. We continue to learn more about previous characters and the world of the Fae. Our previous villains, Darkwolf and Junga, have returned only to be brought to heel by the series vilest villain yet. Cethleinn, evil goddess and Balor's mate. She is nasty & gives the Fae & Witches a run for their money. Rhiannon's parentage is a good twist. The Dark Fae aren't so bad eh? I look forward to a book with Rhiannon's father as the alpha male love interest.

In San Francisco D'Anu witch Rhiannon Castle hides from her coven sisters that the Shadows dwell inside her. She believes these others enabled her to read the mind of the recently freed evil goddess Ceithlenn, who plots to liberate her mate, Balor. Together they plan to destroy the world; however for now Ceithlenn eats human souls to regain her power so that she can free Balor. Tuatha D'Danann warrior Keir comes to San Francisco Otherworld where he meets Rhiannon and becomes a believer in love at first sight. He wants her and knows she is his soul mate. However, although the D'Anu witch reciprocates his desires, she knows the Shadows could kill him so she tries to keep him at arms' length and hides what resides inside of her. As the war turns worse for the D'Anu witches and their Tuatha D'Danann warrior allies, Ceithlenn appears on the brink of succeeding in freeing Balor. The latest Magic tale (see SEDUCED BY MAGIC and FORBIDDEN MAGIC) continues what is some of the best romantic fantasy on the market today. The story line is fast-paced and the lead couple is hot and heroic while the war looks increasingly helpless. Fantasy and romance readers will want to read the newest entry in the McCray mythos as this thriller is pure WICKED MAGIC. Harriet Klausner

I have just finished this book and I can say I really enjoyed it. The characters are wonderful, everyone has a need for love and that includes hunky, alpha, males from faery. This is the third installment of the series and I must say it is the best one so far. I am looking forward not only to the next in this series, but MOVING TARGET sounds like a great read also. Rhiannon Castle is a witch, she and her coven are battling Balor and his goddess wife Ceithlenn. Rhiannon is an orphan, her aunt was her last relative and she forced Rhiannon out into the world at 18. Rhiannon has found her family within her coven. She finds it hard to trust men. She caught her fiance cheating on her and doesn't want to be blindsided by a gorgeous D'Danann warrior. But help from the Otherworld may be the only chance to save our world. Keir is a loner, a half-breed in his world, treated badly by his father and without a mother's love. Hawk is his half-brother but they have little use for each other. Hawk is bonded to Silver from the first novel, FORBIDDEN MAGIC. Keir is leader of a band of warriors who are devoted to him. He has found his family in this group of peers. Both Keir and Rhiannon are in for some surprises and that makes for a good read. The journeies between lands and the people are great. There is warmth in the actions that take place and I must say the author has a wonderful imagination. She has brought both worlds to life. There are alot of sensual encounters, so be aware that if you do not like alot of heat in your books you might have to skip a few pages. But the read is worth it. Do not miss this one. You do not have to have read the others but it does make the adventure better.

I really, really enjoyed this book. I stopped reading "Force of Nature" by Brockman to read it. (forces is not as good as recommended). Anyway, at first Rhiannon got on my nerves, but you grow to understand her resistance and respect it. Keir is Hot, sexy, and a great hero. I loved his pursuit of Rhiannon. And she made him run for it. Cethleinn, the Bi**h Goddess was absolutely the worst enemy I have ever read of in a book. Her crimes and atrocities against humans were disgusting. The witches, the D'danaan and the PSF have got to get her. And, that Darn Balor is loose. The San Francisco is doomed. Darkwolf and Junga are a puzzle. I cannot wait on the last two books. Sidney's anthology comes out Oct. 7th, 2007.