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Boston Magi Chronicles #1
Supernatural Disasters
1 part Academics + 2 parts Magic + 3 parts Fail = Disaster
They say life is what happens when you’re busy making other plans—they’re right.
My life changed trajectory the day I attacked the creep who stole my thesis and got kicked out of the prestigious University of Sciences in Boston. That sucked, but then the laws of physics betrayed everything I believed in, and I got jumped by a creature out of literal urban fantasy nightmares.
There’s no way it could be real.
There’s no way to explain how it could be real.
Magic? Are you freaking kidding? I’m a science geek. The world I live in is based in factual evidence and mathematical equations. The Scientific Method exists for a reason.
It’s tangible. Explainable. Quantifiable. Until it’s not.
But when I’m attacked by a Harrower and rescued by a guy who turns monsters into dust, there’s no way I can deny it. I live in a world where magic exists. There are madmen that kick off reality-eating storms right in the middle of Boston, and powerful, magic wielding Magi who fight to stop them.
And apparently, I’m one of them.
Armed with only my passion for math, an irritable crow, and a knack for setting things on fire, I’m thrown into a new life I never knew existed. Will I survive becoming a Magi? Will Boston survive me?
Go up and hit "Read for Free" or "Buy Now" and get ready to cheer for the science geek Magi!
They say life is what happens when you’re busy making other plans—they’re right.
My life changed trajectory the day I attacked the creep who stole my thesis and got kicked out of the prestigious University of Sciences in Boston. That sucked, but then the laws of physics betrayed everything I believed in, and I got jumped by a creature out of literal urban fantasy nightmares.
There’s no way it could be real.
There’s no way to explain how it could be real.
Magic? Are you freaking kidding? I’m a science geek. The world I live in is based in factual evidence and mathematical equations. The Scientific Method exists for a reason.
It’s tangible. Explainable. Quantifiable. Until it’s not.
But when I’m attacked by a Harrower and rescued by a guy who turns monsters into dust, there’s no way I can deny it. I live in a world where magic exists. There are madmen that kick off reality-eating storms right in the middle of Boston, and powerful, magic wielding Magi who fight to stop them.
And apparently, I’m one of them.
Armed with only my passion for math, an irritable crow, and a knack for setting things on fire, I’m thrown into a new life I never knew existed. Will I survive becoming a Magi? Will Boston survive me?
Go up and hit "Read for Free" or "Buy Now" and get ready to cheer for the science geek Magi!
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First published September 21, 2023
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July 6, 2024
I definitely saw who was behind it all when they weren't following the protocol they all agreed to.
January 31, 2024
“Someone was yelling at me in Russian. At least, I assumed they were yelling at me. I was the only other person there, but I couldn’t say for sure since I didn’t speak Russian. The fire, the terror, and the angry indecipherable shouting. It was almost like being in first year chemistry again.”
3.5 STARS
SUPERNATURAL DISASTERS was a cute little book filled with snark and a love of science and if book #2 is a little less laggy it should earn 4 STARS from me.
There was little to dislike. The beginning was a tad slow but there were a lot of characters and backstory to describe and none of it was painful.
I liked the characters which included a crow with a taste for sticky buns.
A KindleUnlimited 'free' book. Here's a master link to the rest of the Boston Magi Chronicles series which won't load for me on GR at the moment. And perhaps it won't load for you either.
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Wanted to add that I'm currently reading Book #2, OCCULT MISDEMEANORS, and it's even better. At the 70% point I'd give it a solid 4 STARS. I love the science and the snark.
January 14, 2024
I like the idea, but the execution fell flat. I ended up skimming. Meh
February 3, 2024
It started slow, but then the plot picked up; she did a great job giving all the characters some interesting quirks and great storylines. I ended up loving it, and I will read the next in the series.
October 8, 2023
Excellent!
This was an excellent beginning in a new series with enough science for the geeks and enough magic for the nerds! I loved the snarky female heroine and the plot kept me reading til the end. Great potential for more stories and further hijinks to come. The blending of science and magic is very interesting and a great blend of fantasy and sci-fi into urban paranormal.
This was an excellent beginning in a new series with enough science for the geeks and enough magic for the nerds! I loved the snarky female heroine and the plot kept me reading til the end. Great potential for more stories and further hijinks to come. The blending of science and magic is very interesting and a great blend of fantasy and sci-fi into urban paranormal.
September 29, 2023
Aisling was a college student, until her roommate stole 1-1/2 years worth of her physics thesis and experiments. The visiting professor, who was having an inappropriate relationship with the roommate, accused Aisling of plagiarism. So Aisling punched the roommate in the face—twice. As she was leaving the building, something happened that showed Aisling that there was more to the world than she believed; magic is actually real. But it opened a new world of magical opposing factions, horrible creatures, and a murderer out to kill her. I loved Aisling’s character of a smart woman with a big heart, but could stand to have more self confidence. She could be sarcastic, but in a witty way, not mean. The story was excellently written, and for a fantasy, it was fairly believable. And it has excitement, danger, and a budding love story.
September 27, 2023
Boston in the fall
Is full of magi! Aisling is a struggling science student who loses all her work and almost her life in one night. What follows is training, education, and fighting. Things seem on track until all the full fledged magi go missing. Then the apprentices start being hunted down. Can Aisling put all the pieces together before the Aether destroys the world?
Is full of magi! Aisling is a struggling science student who loses all her work and almost her life in one night. What follows is training, education, and fighting. Things seem on track until all the full fledged magi go missing. Then the apprentices start being hunted down. Can Aisling put all the pieces together before the Aether destroys the world?
December 30, 2023
A bit slow to start as she's learning about magic, but once you get past the initial frustration of learning stage, it gets good very quickly
January 22, 2024
Good story
I actually enjoyed this book. The plot was excellent and fresh, the characters were great, and there were no grammar issues.
HOWEVER, I was really bored for the first 50% of the book. It was really slow to get going, and due to the minimal character interactions, you spend an inordinate amount of time in the FMCs head. As she's a scientist, you get a lot of technical jargon, etc.
I might read the next book eventually, but for right now, I need a break to read something lighter.
I actually enjoyed this book. The plot was excellent and fresh, the characters were great, and there were no grammar issues.
HOWEVER, I was really bored for the first 50% of the book. It was really slow to get going, and due to the minimal character interactions, you spend an inordinate amount of time in the FMCs head. As she's a scientist, you get a lot of technical jargon, etc.
I might read the next book eventually, but for right now, I need a break to read something lighter.
September 29, 2024
I'm halfway done with the series, so this is more a review of the first 3 books than just the first.
And it's more like 4.5 stars, almost 5.
What I love:
The female lead is honest about herself. No Mary Sue, no wish to be Mary Sue, no false illusion of being one, and no other characters telling her she's MS. She's perfect as is and accept herself as is. She's not all powerful, and realise most of it is just luck or happenstance because she was there. Or because she saw the problem from a different perspective, that's all. And that she's not the most powerful being in the world, not even close, even though she still saves the world a few times.
She's also not the prettiest, or the this or the that. She just is. Curvy, curly hair, lack of normal female traits, loads of geekiness. And she uses that to her advantage as it's all she knows. But she knows it well and believes in her knowledge of science. She grows in her usage of magic, rather than getting some weird awesome new talent every second day. As the need arises, she figures it out and uses what she has. Thereby learning and growing and advancing.
And best of all? She's like the old books' characters of years gone by (which I miss terribly!). She's constantly and always kind. To all others. People, beings, plants, animals. Whenever she can, she tries to understand who they are, what they are, and why they are what they are. And to judge them accordingly to their deeds. Classifying them as good and worthy, or evil and despicable, or something in between. When necessary, she will kill and destroy. But if not, she prefers to preserve life in all forms. No matter the form. And she base all her decisions on that. So she's kind to the core and that doesn't change throughout the first 3 books. Not once.
She's also never selfish. She serves the world and people, without asking or waiting for reward, honor, glory or recognition. She chose a partner based on him being good to the core as well, and instinctively want to help others. She judges others by the same standard.
She loves deeply, but not easily. She's fiercely protective of her family and there's some wonderful scenes with her sister, parents and sister's son and husband. She's funny, smart, innovative and always different, but it works for her. She knows she's socially awkward and works with it, accepting it, not ignoring it or pretending it's not real. Others notice and she knows that, but is okay with it. It doesn't suddenly make her a hero to be different. It's cringe and awkward and a reality for her. And her inner dialogue knows this, takes it into account, and it keeps her humble. She likes to be in the background and just do her thing. But when necessary, she asks help and will take the lead where appropriate.
She's also not fixed to the point of being 2 dimensional. When she recognise herself being a hypocrite, she'll adjust her thinking, standard or ways. She asks advise and then takes it on. When others criticize, she listens and judge it before either rejecting it, or changing when she has remorse. She's not perfect, knows it, doesn't act like it, and sees life as something precious, wonderful and to be lived and experienced.
The male lead is just as wonderful. He's calm and clearly absolutely adores her. No love triangle at all. From the start, they just knew. He has no alpha cringe behaviour. No hormones ruling him. No domination or jealousy. He's mature, accepting and loving. He's exceptionally kind for a male lead. Towards everyone and everything around him. Though he does like to smile at her awkwardness. In a kind way. He's never mean. Always helping and serving. He's powerful in ways that I wish the book would explore more. I hope some of the last books would include more of his rich reservoirs still untapped.
The only reason I didn't give the books 5 stars, is because I would've liked a little more build-up and interactions with the 2 lead characters, and more dimensions to the male lead by the 3rd. In the first 2 books, he's wonderful, then it stagnates and he's just.... there. A little bit useless, almost arm candy. In the first 2 books he was amazing and acted quickly, decisively and instinctual. The third she kinda drags him along while she features and do everything, even save him. I hope the fourth book will restore some of the balance again.
Apart from that, the books are truly awesome. The world building is great, easy and quick to understand. The monsters are super scary and at the same time, hilarious. The roommate is the best friend one can ask for. The other friends are precisely what you need in friends... supportive, understanding, giving advise and critique, and letting you be you.
And one of the best parts? She has a talking crow for a pet that goes everywhere with her out of choice! It's freaking cute!!
I'm loving every minute of this series and would recommend it to all paranormal readers.
And it's more like 4.5 stars, almost 5.
What I love:
The female lead is honest about herself. No Mary Sue, no wish to be Mary Sue, no false illusion of being one, and no other characters telling her she's MS. She's perfect as is and accept herself as is. She's not all powerful, and realise most of it is just luck or happenstance because she was there. Or because she saw the problem from a different perspective, that's all. And that she's not the most powerful being in the world, not even close, even though she still saves the world a few times.
She's also not the prettiest, or the this or the that. She just is. Curvy, curly hair, lack of normal female traits, loads of geekiness. And she uses that to her advantage as it's all she knows. But she knows it well and believes in her knowledge of science. She grows in her usage of magic, rather than getting some weird awesome new talent every second day. As the need arises, she figures it out and uses what she has. Thereby learning and growing and advancing.
And best of all? She's like the old books' characters of years gone by (which I miss terribly!). She's constantly and always kind. To all others. People, beings, plants, animals. Whenever she can, she tries to understand who they are, what they are, and why they are what they are. And to judge them accordingly to their deeds. Classifying them as good and worthy, or evil and despicable, or something in between. When necessary, she will kill and destroy. But if not, she prefers to preserve life in all forms. No matter the form. And she base all her decisions on that. So she's kind to the core and that doesn't change throughout the first 3 books. Not once.
She's also never selfish. She serves the world and people, without asking or waiting for reward, honor, glory or recognition. She chose a partner based on him being good to the core as well, and instinctively want to help others. She judges others by the same standard.
She loves deeply, but not easily. She's fiercely protective of her family and there's some wonderful scenes with her sister, parents and sister's son and husband. She's funny, smart, innovative and always different, but it works for her. She knows she's socially awkward and works with it, accepting it, not ignoring it or pretending it's not real. Others notice and she knows that, but is okay with it. It doesn't suddenly make her a hero to be different. It's cringe and awkward and a reality for her. And her inner dialogue knows this, takes it into account, and it keeps her humble. She likes to be in the background and just do her thing. But when necessary, she asks help and will take the lead where appropriate.
She's also not fixed to the point of being 2 dimensional. When she recognise herself being a hypocrite, she'll adjust her thinking, standard or ways. She asks advise and then takes it on. When others criticize, she listens and judge it before either rejecting it, or changing when she has remorse. She's not perfect, knows it, doesn't act like it, and sees life as something precious, wonderful and to be lived and experienced.
The male lead is just as wonderful. He's calm and clearly absolutely adores her. No love triangle at all. From the start, they just knew. He has no alpha cringe behaviour. No hormones ruling him. No domination or jealousy. He's mature, accepting and loving. He's exceptionally kind for a male lead. Towards everyone and everything around him. Though he does like to smile at her awkwardness. In a kind way. He's never mean. Always helping and serving. He's powerful in ways that I wish the book would explore more. I hope some of the last books would include more of his rich reservoirs still untapped.
The only reason I didn't give the books 5 stars, is because I would've liked a little more build-up and interactions with the 2 lead characters, and more dimensions to the male lead by the 3rd. In the first 2 books, he's wonderful, then it stagnates and he's just.... there. A little bit useless, almost arm candy. In the first 2 books he was amazing and acted quickly, decisively and instinctual. The third she kinda drags him along while she features and do everything, even save him. I hope the fourth book will restore some of the balance again.
Apart from that, the books are truly awesome. The world building is great, easy and quick to understand. The monsters are super scary and at the same time, hilarious. The roommate is the best friend one can ask for. The other friends are precisely what you need in friends... supportive, understanding, giving advise and critique, and letting you be you.
And one of the best parts? She has a talking crow for a pet that goes everywhere with her out of choice! It's freaking cute!!
I'm loving every minute of this series and would recommend it to all paranormal readers.
November 26, 2024
This had potential.
Academic nerd reaches a new low in life. Only to discover a magical world. Which puts her in danger. She's found by a mentor and starts learning to use this power but time after time she's attacked by magical, dangerous forces that shouldn't be able to find her. And, then So, it's up to her to save the world.
This sounded like a great, action filled plot. Add in the few handsome guys (that everyone else thinks are bad) who keep on popping up to protect her, and the fact that she's a scientist so this is all supposedly scientifically based, and it definitely has potential.
Unfortunately, I found myself skimming the story after only a few chapters, so that I'd get to the actually interesting and enjoyable part.
The world and its rules felt just as messy and chaotic to me as the events that were happening to her. And, instead of finding her funny, I found her attitude more annoying than anything. She and the other around her were constantly arguing, shifting blame, and doing everything possible to seem as immature as they could. Even when she did manage to actually act, and come to some good conclusions, it was always with a feeling of,
The only actually enjoyable part? That last scene, as .
Was it worth reading the story before that, just to reach the climax? Not if you ask me.
Alternatives:
Content:
Drug use, violence, murder, visiting a church, a few mentions of our primal instincts from before "[humans] were truly human", innuedo, living with a she's not remotely interested. One heated descriptive kiss. And, lots and lots of cursing.
Academic nerd reaches a new low in life. Only to discover a magical world. Which puts her in danger. She's found by a mentor and starts learning to use this power but time after time she's attacked by magical, dangerous forces that shouldn't be able to find her. And, then So, it's up to her to save the world.
This sounded like a great, action filled plot. Add in the few handsome guys (that everyone else thinks are bad) who keep on popping up to protect her, and the fact that she's a scientist so this is all supposedly scientifically based, and it definitely has potential.
Unfortunately, I found myself skimming the story after only a few chapters, so that I'd get to the actually interesting and enjoyable part.
The world and its rules felt just as messy and chaotic to me as the events that were happening to her. And, instead of finding her funny, I found her attitude more annoying than anything. She and the other around her were constantly arguing, shifting blame, and doing everything possible to seem as immature as they could. Even when she did manage to actually act, and come to some good conclusions, it was always with a feeling of,
The only actually enjoyable part? That last scene, as .
Was it worth reading the story before that, just to reach the climax? Not if you ask me.
Alternatives:
Content:
Drug use, violence, murder, visiting a church, a few mentions of our primal instincts from before "[humans] were truly human", innuedo, living with a she's not remotely interested. One heated descriptive kiss. And, lots and lots of cursing.
May 5, 2025
**Got it FREE on Kindle 10/25/2023**
Good read! The main character was okay - just the right amount of humor and snark. I liked her take-charge attitude but I wasn't a fan of her lengthy internal monologues
Aisling was a grad student, then she gets possibly expelled (it wasn't really confirmed) and while she was wallowing drunk in one of the labs, she has her "awakening" which is when someone becomes aware of the Aether, etc. Another Magi, Cornelius becomes her mentor, who has another apprentice, Mason. She also meets and becomes friends with a vampire, Stefan, and the mysterious Bastian who was born from the Void.
I am not sure if there's going to be a romance between Bastian and Aisling but it definitely feels like it (and I hope so too!). It's kinda weird though because Bastian is not human, he was created from nothing so he doesn't really have feelings afaik.
The whole explanation of how the magic works was confusing to me so I did not pay too much attention. But all in all, this is a good first book in a series. I like that there was an issue/problem that was resolved in this book rather than the book ending with everything still up in the air.
Also, the part when she got Courtney back for stealing her thesis, I loved that! I always want my MCs to standup and get revenge on their bullies because I'm just that kind of person.
I am not too motivated to read the next books but I'll probably revisit this series some time in the future.
Good read! The main character was okay - just the right amount of humor and snark. I liked her take-charge attitude but I wasn't a fan of her lengthy internal monologues
Aisling was a grad student, then she gets possibly expelled (it wasn't really confirmed) and while she was wallowing drunk in one of the labs, she has her "awakening" which is when someone becomes aware of the Aether, etc. Another Magi, Cornelius becomes her mentor, who has another apprentice, Mason. She also meets and becomes friends with a vampire, Stefan, and the mysterious Bastian who was born from the Void.
I am not sure if there's going to be a romance between Bastian and Aisling but it definitely feels like it (and I hope so too!). It's kinda weird though because Bastian is not human, he was created from nothing so he doesn't really have feelings afaik.
The whole explanation of how the magic works was confusing to me so I did not pay too much attention. But all in all, this is a good first book in a series. I like that there was an issue/problem that was resolved in this book rather than the book ending with everything still up in the air.
Also, the part when she got Courtney back for stealing her thesis, I loved that! I always want my MCs to standup and get revenge on their bullies because I'm just that kind of person.
I am not too motivated to read the next books but I'll probably revisit this series some time in the future.
March 10, 2024
Dang it! I didn’t need another author to follow!
Nice!
Sweet, might work, and it would be close, but it’….
There is just too much of an “edge” to this story for the term to really apply.
This is some excellent writing also. Bishop has a way with layering detail over upon itself that gives a richness to the scenes she describes. But this also applies equally to the sharper side of the emotions and motivations of her characters, giving it that earlier mentioned edge that keeps the sugar from turning to Saccharine. Nothing could possibly epitomize this better than the final scene from this book. It truly is a blend of fantasy meeting reality. You’ll see what I mean.
I can also see all the hallmark touches of Auburn’s style of world building and story telling. Together they have created a truly intriguing take on urban fantasy and I can’t wait to see how the long story plays out. I’m certain this installment’s villain was connected to something more. This is going to be fun!
Nice!
Sweet, might work, and it would be close, but it’….
There is just too much of an “edge” to this story for the term to really apply.
This is some excellent writing also. Bishop has a way with layering detail over upon itself that gives a richness to the scenes she describes. But this also applies equally to the sharper side of the emotions and motivations of her characters, giving it that earlier mentioned edge that keeps the sugar from turning to Saccharine. Nothing could possibly epitomize this better than the final scene from this book. It truly is a blend of fantasy meeting reality. You’ll see what I mean.
I can also see all the hallmark touches of Auburn’s style of world building and story telling. Together they have created a truly intriguing take on urban fantasy and I can’t wait to see how the long story plays out. I’m certain this installment’s villain was connected to something more. This is going to be fun!
December 31, 2023
Not what I was expecting
A wild ride. This is the best description I can find to give to this book. First off I'll say I love the author Auburn Tempest. I think she is my spirit animal, heh? If you do not follow her and have not read her other works I recommend that you do so. With series I usually just rate stars and save the reviews until the end to give an overview of the whole thing. I know that's poor form and bad for recommending. But with this series I had to break from that to say, holy crap! This had me on the edge of my seat from the beginning. Usually I will feel empathy for a character, but in a detached way. Like ouch I can see that and understand how that feels. This had me feel the character's feels from the beginning. I got angry whn she did, confused when she did etc. There were things like her that I did not see coming.
Well written ladies *claps*. On to the next book!
A wild ride. This is the best description I can find to give to this book. First off I'll say I love the author Auburn Tempest. I think she is my spirit animal, heh? If you do not follow her and have not read her other works I recommend that you do so. With series I usually just rate stars and save the reviews until the end to give an overview of the whole thing. I know that's poor form and bad for recommending. But with this series I had to break from that to say, holy crap! This had me on the edge of my seat from the beginning. Usually I will feel empathy for a character, but in a detached way. Like ouch I can see that and understand how that feels. This had me feel the character's feels from the beginning. I got angry whn she did, confused when she did etc. There were things like her that I did not see coming.
Well written ladies *claps*. On to the next book!
April 5, 2024
The day Aisling O’Reily obliterates her graduate career in science is the same day she learns she’s a Magi. But why is learning Magic so much harder than becoming a Physicist was?
I loved this book. The first pages hooked me with a thorough introduction to the main character and her paradoxes: her sarcastic humor, her empathy, her love and understanding of science, and the chaos of her life. When that life suddenly upended, followed by a dramatic reversal of everything she thought she knew, I couldn’t stop reading.
I often base my book choice on how well the author portrays the main character and their relationship with others. This book was no exception, but it offers so much more. The plausible connection between magic and science. The marginalized characters Aisling befriends. The richly imagined magical world Aisling enters.
But don’t take my word for how great this book is—read it yourself!
I loved this book. The first pages hooked me with a thorough introduction to the main character and her paradoxes: her sarcastic humor, her empathy, her love and understanding of science, and the chaos of her life. When that life suddenly upended, followed by a dramatic reversal of everything she thought she knew, I couldn’t stop reading.
I often base my book choice on how well the author portrays the main character and their relationship with others. This book was no exception, but it offers so much more. The plausible connection between magic and science. The marginalized characters Aisling befriends. The richly imagined magical world Aisling enters.
But don’t take my word for how great this book is—read it yourself!
October 26, 2023
Parts of this I liked and parts of this were absolutely frustrating as all get-out!
Pros - Magic, talking crows, a little action, a little mystery, a VERY little romance, a decent (but not too surprising) bad guy, a twist to the vampire theme.
Cons - story lines that skipped around and were very confusing, a cliche antagonist, repetitive conversations within a page or two, some shaky editing.
I'll go for Book 2 just to see if the editing and flow of the storylines improve with a little maturity in the series. Hopefully so since there are some very interesting and redeeming options so far.
Pros - Magic, talking crows, a little action, a little mystery, a VERY little romance, a decent (but not too surprising) bad guy, a twist to the vampire theme.
Cons - story lines that skipped around and were very confusing, a cliche antagonist, repetitive conversations within a page or two, some shaky editing.
I'll go for Book 2 just to see if the editing and flow of the storylines improve with a little maturity in the series. Hopefully so since there are some very interesting and redeeming options so far.
January 28, 2024
After having slugged through four books of An Aria for the Vampire before dropping it there’s no way I was going to slug through another bunch of books where the main protagonist is some spoiled, whining and ungrateful bitch.
Unfortunately this is exactly how this series started. She whines, she is a quitter until she is more or less forced back to training. She is an entitled bitch plain and simple.
To make matters worse the author throws another entitled asshat into the mix that is supposed to be on the good side but is just annoying and screws things up.
The only likable characters in the book gets removed half way in because the author, instead of writing a good story about a master magician and his apprentice decided to go full sensational twist a la Hollywood.
Nope, another book series that is not for me.
Unfortunately this is exactly how this series started. She whines, she is a quitter until she is more or less forced back to training. She is an entitled bitch plain and simple.
To make matters worse the author throws another entitled asshat into the mix that is supposed to be on the good side but is just annoying and screws things up.
The only likable characters in the book gets removed half way in because the author, instead of writing a good story about a master magician and his apprentice decided to go full sensational twist a la Hollywood.
Nope, another book series that is not for me.
March 23, 2024
Interesting magic system
I overall enjoyed this book. As our main character's life explodes, her awaking magic happens. The whole world in now different. It was neat to have a scientist as the main character and see how one would see a magical world.
There were a few times I was confused about what was happening - mostly when the main character thought a bit too much about something else while waiting/walking/etc. But it was easy to figure it out when I'd stop to think about it. Beyond that, the writing was good and interesting.
I overall enjoyed this book. As our main character's life explodes, her awaking magic happens. The whole world in now different. It was neat to have a scientist as the main character and see how one would see a magical world.
There were a few times I was confused about what was happening - mostly when the main character thought a bit too much about something else while waiting/walking/etc. But it was easy to figure it out when I'd stop to think about it. Beyond that, the writing was good and interesting.
March 27, 2024
Colour me intrigued 🤔
Wasn’t sure about this when I first stumbled across it, but I downloaded it anyway only to discover a book that was rather enjoyable, and had me itching to continue on to the next book. While some of the characters, like Cornelius and Mason, were pretty stereotypical, I did like the logical twist that the protagonist kept trying to shoehorn into her new reality, plus the odd assortment of characters that I’m assuming will be her sidekicks in future books. So while it wasn’t a perfect book, I had a lot of fun reading it.
3.5 stars
Wasn’t sure about this when I first stumbled across it, but I downloaded it anyway only to discover a book that was rather enjoyable, and had me itching to continue on to the next book. While some of the characters, like Cornelius and Mason, were pretty stereotypical, I did like the logical twist that the protagonist kept trying to shoehorn into her new reality, plus the odd assortment of characters that I’m assuming will be her sidekicks in future books. So while it wasn’t a perfect book, I had a lot of fun reading it.
3.5 stars
September 25, 2023
Oh this is good
As with a good bit of UF the willing suspension of disbelief is important. The bare bones are slapped down at the start in quick succession. Then the rest is filled in through the book. It works. Bonus points: it's set in Boston, not far away from me. I didn't know Flour had sticky buns.
As with a good bit of UF the willing suspension of disbelief is important. The bare bones are slapped down at the start in quick succession. Then the rest is filled in through the book. It works. Bonus points: it's set in Boston, not far away from me. I didn't know Flour had sticky buns.
November 30, 2023
Awesome and exciting series!!!!!
Congratulations to Auburn Tempest and Ava Bishop for this amazing series. It’s extremely hard to find such interesting and e,xciting authors who not only write intelligently but also provide top rated plots, characters and excitement in the stories. I’m really looking forward to the next book
Congratulations to Auburn Tempest and Ava Bishop for this amazing series. It’s extremely hard to find such interesting and e,xciting authors who not only write intelligently but also provide top rated plots, characters and excitement in the stories. I’m really looking forward to the next book
January 2, 2024
Supernatural Disasters, book one of the Boston Magi Chronicles series, is an ebook I borrowed through Kindle Unlimited (KU). Such. A. Great. Storyline! I love when I come across hidden gems, and this story and the unusual world-building and the story were a fun surprise. I loved how Ash saw magic through a lens on science and how she adapted her magic to fit. Well thought-out characters.
February 20, 2024
This was a good book but I will not be continuing the series.
One pet peeve: She's a redhead. I am just done with redheads being the only paranormal heroines. Just done. It's always a turnoff for me.
Otherwise, I am not invested in the politics of this world to slog through another 3 books.
Your mileage will vary.
One pet peeve: She's a redhead. I am just done with redheads being the only paranormal heroines. Just done. It's always a turnoff for me.
Otherwise, I am not invested in the politics of this world to slog through another 3 books.
Your mileage will vary.
August 23, 2024
a whole lot of Science
Very interesting likable characters and a great start to a series. A very unlikely leading character who pulls together a few very unlikely allies set the stage for many adventures to come. If you like science speak this crazy book is for you. Love it. Happy reading.
Very interesting likable characters and a great start to a series. A very unlikely leading character who pulls together a few very unlikely allies set the stage for many adventures to come. If you like science speak this crazy book is for you. Love it. Happy reading.
September 24, 2023
Heartwarming and empowering.
I'm always a sucker for an underdog. A smart one with red hair makes it all the more exciting. Unexpected solutions to seemingly unsolvable problems even better.
I'm always a sucker for an underdog. A smart one with red hair makes it all the more exciting. Unexpected solutions to seemingly unsolvable problems even better.
September 29, 2023
A good start
I think it’s always hard for a first book. Introducing the characters, will the readers like them and be on their team. Will the reader invest more of their time? Explaining the story. This was a good start, hoping for an even better book two.
I think it’s always hard for a first book. Introducing the characters, will the readers like them and be on their team. Will the reader invest more of their time? Explaining the story. This was a good start, hoping for an even better book two.
October 5, 2023
Great read
This was an excellent story. the characters were fascinating and the action non-stop. It was not your typical urban fantasy. Really outstanding. Looking forward to the next book.
This was an excellent story. the characters were fascinating and the action non-stop. It was not your typical urban fantasy. Really outstanding. Looking forward to the next book.
October 17, 2023
different very different than anything I read before, but
Truly fascinating. It makes your mind expand and think about things you’ve never thought about before and yet it’so manages to have a heroine;someone who manages to carve a win from disaster. Highly recommend.
Truly fascinating. It makes your mind expand and think about things you’ve never thought about before and yet it’so manages to have a heroine;someone who manages to carve a win from disaster. Highly recommend.
January 19, 2024
Terrific
This is one book I was hesitant to read at first..I am glad I gave it a chance.
The story was well written and the characters were very well developed.
I highly recommend this book to anyone that reads this review.
This is one book I was hesitant to read at first..I am glad I gave it a chance.
The story was well written and the characters were very well developed.
I highly recommend this book to anyone that reads this review.
January 24, 2024
Outstanding
Even my very poor science brain was able to follow most of this. I just treated her scientific equations like they were magical gobbledygook and things flowed right along. Really enjoyed the premise and can't wait to see how things move along!
Even my very poor science brain was able to follow most of this. I just treated her scientific equations like they were magical gobbledygook and things flowed right along. Really enjoyed the premise and can't wait to see how things move along!
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