Cheryl C. (moondance120) reviewed on 7/12/2015 + 422 more book reviews

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In 1863, in a world much like our own, European scientists discovered the Osiris serum, a concoction which brought out one's magic talents.
So begins this absolutely fascinating book. Magic users have been separated into families or Houses and designated as Minor, Average, Notable, Significant and Prime. Nevada Baylor runs a small family owned business that investigates fraud and cheating spouses. The business was bought out by the Montgomery House after the death of her father. Nevada is tasked to apprehend Adam Pierce, a Prime pyrokinetic who is responsible for the death of a security guard following a fire at a bank. Nevada realizes the case is a suicide mission but has no choice but to take it. Enter Connor "Mad" Rogan. Mad is a Prime so off the charts that he has become a folk legend. Mad's cousin is the second suspect in the fire and he has promised to find him for the family. Mad kidnaps Nevada to force information from her.
I'm trying very hard to not reveal spoilers of the story. Mad is a seriously scary man yet Nevada stands her ground repeatedly. The magic that occurs between the two of them is amazing. I love the character building, the unreal situations and the tension of the inevitable relationship. Adam is such a strong demented character. His spoiled rich boy persona starts to wear thin but he is the ultimate sociopath.
I believe my reaction at the end of the book was just "Wow!" I am so ready for the next one in the series. Excellent, excellent read! (less)

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