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Hidden Legacy [Dramatized Adaptation] #2
White Hot [Dramatized Adaptation]
The Hidden Legacy series by #1 New York Times bestselling author Ilona Andrews continues as Nevada and Rogan navigate a world where magic is the norm…and their relationship burns hot.
Nevada Baylor has a unique and secret skill—she knows when people are lying—and she's used that magic (along with plain, hard work) to keep her colorful and close-knit family's detective agency afloat. But her new case pits her against the shadowy forces that almost destroyed the city of Houston once before, bringing Nevada back into contact with Connor "Mad" Rogan.
Rogan is a billionaire Prime—the highest rank of magic user—and as unreadable as ever, despite Nevada’s “talent.” But there’s no hiding the sparks between them. Now that the stakes are even higher, both professionally and personally, and their foes are unimaginably powerful, Rogan and Nevada will find that nothing burns like ice…
Adapted from the novel and produced with a full cast of actors, immersive sound effects and cinematic music!
Nevada Baylor has a unique and secret skill—she knows when people are lying—and she's used that magic (along with plain, hard work) to keep her colorful and close-knit family's detective agency afloat. But her new case pits her against the shadowy forces that almost destroyed the city of Houston once before, bringing Nevada back into contact with Connor "Mad" Rogan.
Rogan is a billionaire Prime—the highest rank of magic user—and as unreadable as ever, despite Nevada’s “talent.” But there’s no hiding the sparks between them. Now that the stakes are even higher, both professionally and personally, and their foes are unimaginably powerful, Rogan and Nevada will find that nothing burns like ice…
Adapted from the novel and produced with a full cast of actors, immersive sound effects and cinematic music!
11 pages, Audiobook
First published September 12, 2025
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Ilona Andrews
147 books33.5k followersIlona Andrews is the pseudonym for a husband-and-wife writing team. Ilona is a native-born Russian and Gordon is a former communications sergeant in the U.S. Army. Contrary to popular belief, Gordon was never an intelligence officer with a license to kill, and Ilona was never the mysterious Russian spy who seduced him. They met in college, in English Composition 101, where Ilona got a better grade. (Gordon is still sore about that.)
Gordon and Ilona currently reside in Oregon with their two children, three dogs and a cat. They have co-authored two series, the bestselling urban fantasy of Kate Daniels and romantic urban fantasy of The Edge.
Gordon and Ilona currently reside in Oregon with their two children, three dogs and a cat. They have co-authored two series, the bestselling urban fantasy of Kate Daniels and romantic urban fantasy of The Edge.
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October 9, 2025
deeply perfect, absolutely no notes
December 28, 2025
I love this first trilogy, and it has been so much fun listening to the Graphic Audio versions.
September 19, 2025
The book is fantastic. Not a huge fan of the casting for this adaptation, however. It makes Nevada seem shrill and hysterical rather than the smart, professional person she is.
October 21, 2025
This series only suffers from the fact that it isn't Kate Daniels. Otherwise, it's about dang perfect. (I don't hate the 3-6 Catalina/Alessandro books as much as some do, but I definitely have an affinity for the Nevada and Connor chemistry.) In this one, Nevada/Rogan continue their flirtation, their investigation into the big Prime conspiracy, and we get to know some of the supporting cast a little better. Plus, a new evil Prime sets her sights on Nevada as she starts to really learn what she can do. It's the second book in the series and there is some world building in the first book, so definitely don't start here. They aren't standalones and, anyway, Burn for Me is a lot of fun.
Also, probably don't start with the GA books -- in my opinion, GA is for re-listens, not first-time listens -- but then again I'm also not a fan of Renee Raudman as an audiobook reader and have taken to avoiding anything narrated by her, so take that into consideration.
Also, probably don't start with the GA books -- in my opinion, GA is for re-listens, not first-time listens -- but then again I'm also not a fan of Renee Raudman as an audiobook reader and have taken to avoiding anything narrated by her, so take that into consideration.
September 15, 2025
Basic Plot: Nevada and Rogan are thrown together again to investigate a murder and find more evidence of conspiracy.
I love this author team, this series, and Graphic Audio. I'm still warming up to the voice actor for Rogan, but he's growing on me.
I love this author team, this series, and Graphic Audio. I'm still warming up to the voice actor for Rogan, but he's growing on me.
January 8, 2026
I love how Illona Andrews develops complex worlds, compelling characters, and on-your-toes plots! Always keeps me engaged. And the audiobooks? Flawless. 5/5 no notes.
October 9, 2025
Book: Still excellent, still one of my all-times favourites that I never get tired to reading (or listening to)!
Audiobook: I enjoyed the GA production overall buuuut Rogan's voice took me some time to get used to and I am not a fan of Augustine's (Nevada is perfectly cast).
Audiobook: I enjoyed the GA production overall buuuut Rogan's voice took me some time to get used to and I am not a fan of Augustine's (Nevada is perfectly cast).
September 26, 2025
Love the dramatized adaption!! Rogans voice is fantastic 🔥
January 25, 2026
2026 relisten: Not much to add. This one gives new insight to the talents in the Baylor family, a new threat arrives, and there are some very interesting twists. Fun times. Now, on to the new release of the GA version of WILDFIRE!Original 2025 review: First time for the Graphic Audio version thought I've read/listened to the original version several times. Love the series. Love the full-cast adaptations. In this second book, Nevada learns more about her personal magic, her relationship with Connor Rogan is further defined, LOTS of stuff happens, and it is an over-all enjoyable listen. If you like the idea of full-cast audio books, enjoy Urban Fantasy that's got a different set of rules, and you've never tried this series, please do. BURN FOR ME is the first book. Start there.
Hopefully, GA won't take too long to get the 3rd book produced and out in the world. I'll settle for the single narrator version of the next for now. And yes, once, WILDFIRE is released by GA, I'll be doing a relisten of the whole series because they are just that much fun.
October 1, 2025
The Hidden Legacy series by #1 New York Times bestselling author Ilona Andrews continues as Nevada and Rogan navigate a world where magic is the norm…and their relationship burns hot.
Nevada Baylor has a unique and secret skill—she knows when people are lying—and she's used that magic (along with plain, hard work) to keep her colorful and close-knit family's detective agency afloat. But her new case pits her against the shadowy forces that almost destroyed the city of Houston once before, bringing Nevada back into contact with Connor "Mad" Rogan.
Rogan is a billionaire Prime—the highest rank of magic user—and as unreadable as ever, despite Nevada’s “talent.” But there’s no hiding the sparks between them. Now that the stakes are even higher, both professionally and personally, and their foes are unimaginably powerful, Rogan and Nevada will find that nothing burns like ice…
Adapted from the novel and produced with a full cast of actors, immersive sound effects and cinematic music!
Heather's Notes
I have read these books several times, and listened to several graphic audios. I generally prefer the book and that is the case here, but I found that the speech Cornelis gave about his wife in the audio much more moving than in the book. I could "feel" the emotions. I also miss the Rogan POVs from the actual book we are in. We got Rogan's POV from the circle in this book, but there were others and they were left out. It was very disappointing.
Nevada Baylor has a unique and secret skill—she knows when people are lying—and she's used that magic (along with plain, hard work) to keep her colorful and close-knit family's detective agency afloat. But her new case pits her against the shadowy forces that almost destroyed the city of Houston once before, bringing Nevada back into contact with Connor "Mad" Rogan.
Rogan is a billionaire Prime—the highest rank of magic user—and as unreadable as ever, despite Nevada’s “talent.” But there’s no hiding the sparks between them. Now that the stakes are even higher, both professionally and personally, and their foes are unimaginably powerful, Rogan and Nevada will find that nothing burns like ice…
Adapted from the novel and produced with a full cast of actors, immersive sound effects and cinematic music!
Heather's Notes
I have read these books several times, and listened to several graphic audios. I generally prefer the book and that is the case here, but I found that the speech Cornelis gave about his wife in the audio much more moving than in the book. I could "feel" the emotions. I also miss the Rogan POVs from the actual book we are in. We got Rogan's POV from the circle in this book, but there were others and they were left out. It was very disappointing.
September 24, 2025
Another absolutely stellar production from Ilona Andrews and Graphic Audio! Look, these authors - everything they’ve ever written - are a comfort read for me. I’ve re-read their collected works many times, but never written full reviews. We’re fixing that now.
We’re back with Team Baylor. Nevada is once again talked into taking a case that’s outside their investigative wheelhouse, but this time, it’s for a friend. Yep, our fave animal mage, Cornelius is back! His wife has been assassinated and he’s set on revenge. Nevada is once again forced to team up with Connor to solve the mystery and protect her family. The only problem is that Connor’s been MIA since she declined his affair offer and she’s holding a grudge.
There’s so much plot movement and character advancement in this one. Remember the evil shadow organization from Burn for Me? They’re back, they’re bigger and they’re more evil. Nevada’s powers are growing and we learn more about the powers of Catalina, Leon and have hints of Arabella’s. We see figures and memories from Rohan’s past and learn more about the WHY of him. All of this set against the backdrop of intelligent writing, incredible humor and slow burn chemistry.
Things we’re here for -
Nevada absolutely going for it with her power
Matilda and Bunny
Rogan’s devoted crew and how he’ll take care of the Baylors no matter what they say
Ferret heist!
We’re back with Team Baylor. Nevada is once again talked into taking a case that’s outside their investigative wheelhouse, but this time, it’s for a friend. Yep, our fave animal mage, Cornelius is back! His wife has been assassinated and he’s set on revenge. Nevada is once again forced to team up with Connor to solve the mystery and protect her family. The only problem is that Connor’s been MIA since she declined his affair offer and she’s holding a grudge.
There’s so much plot movement and character advancement in this one. Remember the evil shadow organization from Burn for Me? They’re back, they’re bigger and they’re more evil. Nevada’s powers are growing and we learn more about the powers of Catalina, Leon and have hints of Arabella’s. We see figures and memories from Rohan’s past and learn more about the WHY of him. All of this set against the backdrop of intelligent writing, incredible humor and slow burn chemistry.
Things we’re here for -
Nevada absolutely going for it with her power
Matilda and Bunny
Rogan’s devoted crew and how he’ll take care of the Baylors no matter what they say
Ferret heist!
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October 3, 2025Another mixed bag on my enjoyment for the GA adaptation. White Hot as the original novel is my favorite in the trilogy so I’m pretty disappointed in this adaptation. Most of my complaints from the first adaptation still stand this go around, though I would say overall it was fine. Such faint praise for a beloved story. Sigh.
I’m still struggling with the over exaggerated narration given by Clay for the non dialogue, it verges on insincere and insipid. She also kept pronouncing “important” as “imporDant”. REPEATEDLY. Cue nails on chalkboard.
Again, I don’t understand why there’s another female narrator for the third person narrator. Seems unnecessary and also I just can’t stand the stuffy nose quality of her voice.
This go around we actually got the Rogan POV scenes, albeit only from the last book and not in addition to this book’s scenes. I really enjoyed Kramer’s performance all around and his narration during the Rogan POV scene made me wish he was the primary narrator over Clay :/ I could almost tolerate her portrayal of Nevada when I only had to listen to her external dialogue.
Highlights:
1. Leon’s psychotic voice over
2. Ferret heist
3. Cornelius’ emotional through line
4. Basically the entirety of the comedic supporting cast (i.e. Catalina, Arabella, grandma Frida, Leon, Bug)
Please, dear god, let Alessandro in Wildfire be more than tolerable 🙏🏻🙏🏻
I’m still struggling with the over exaggerated narration given by Clay for the non dialogue, it verges on insincere and insipid. She also kept pronouncing “important” as “imporDant”. REPEATEDLY. Cue nails on chalkboard.
Again, I don’t understand why there’s another female narrator for the third person narrator. Seems unnecessary and also I just can’t stand the stuffy nose quality of her voice.
This go around we actually got the Rogan POV scenes, albeit only from the last book and not in addition to this book’s scenes. I really enjoyed Kramer’s performance all around and his narration during the Rogan POV scene made me wish he was the primary narrator over Clay :/ I could almost tolerate her portrayal of Nevada when I only had to listen to her external dialogue.
Highlights:
1. Leon’s psychotic voice over
2. Ferret heist
3. Cornelius’ emotional through line
4. Basically the entirety of the comedic supporting cast (i.e. Catalina, Arabella, grandma Frida, Leon, Bug)
Please, dear god, let Alessandro in Wildfire be more than tolerable 🙏🏻🙏🏻
January 24, 2026
4 stars for this dramatized adaptation of a 5 star book. I LOVE this book. This audio rendering of it is entertaining. I liked most of the character actors.
My main problem is the sound mixing and editing. The background music playing throughout scenes is so distracting and takes away from the emotional impact of the scene. There is one sad scene that I normally tear up when I read it, but in this I laughed because the music was so corny. I really wish Graphic Audio would get better sound designers because right now they remind me of recent college grads who feel the need to place as much background sound as possible to have something to show for their work, instead of letting the scene and their work speak for itself.
Still worth a listen - a phenomenal fantasy romance acted out.
My main problem is the sound mixing and editing. The background music playing throughout scenes is so distracting and takes away from the emotional impact of the scene. There is one sad scene that I normally tear up when I read it, but in this I laughed because the music was so corny. I really wish Graphic Audio would get better sound designers because right now they remind me of recent college grads who feel the need to place as much background sound as possible to have something to show for their work, instead of letting the scene and their work speak for itself.
Still worth a listen - a phenomenal fantasy romance acted out.
September 21, 2025
This is one of my favorite books in one of my favorite series. But though normally Graphic Audio hits the mark with their narrators, they missed it in this one.
The voice actor for Connor Rogan is terrible. He shows no emotion. He is flat. Given that he is one of the main characters, his lack of inflection ruined the whole book for me. Also, the voice actress for Nevada is terrible in the opposite way: she exaggerates. There's too much emotion, and Nevada doesn't have that kind of personality. She's no-nonsense and level-headed, and the actress had her screaming, crying, whining all the time.
And don't even get me started on Augustine Montgomery.
All in all, a disappointment.
The voice actor for Connor Rogan is terrible. He shows no emotion. He is flat. Given that he is one of the main characters, his lack of inflection ruined the whole book for me. Also, the voice actress for Nevada is terrible in the opposite way: she exaggerates. There's too much emotion, and Nevada doesn't have that kind of personality. She's no-nonsense and level-headed, and the actress had her screaming, crying, whining all the time.
And don't even get me started on Augustine Montgomery.
All in all, a disappointment.
December 17, 2025
The family in this series is so great, I love that you get a bit more of them in this book. The sisters are so interesting, I love Leon and Bern, and Grandma is amazing as usual. The continuation of Rogan's and Nevada's relationship is tumultuous, facing many obstacles. There are new players on the scene, as Nevada starts to get immersed into the Prime Society in Houston. The danger and conspiracy surrounding what Adam Pierce did in book one starts to get more intense throughout, erupting in a battle of magic and will. It is just such an addicting world and story, the narration is wonderful and I can't wait to hear the next volumes as well.
January 30, 2026
3.75⭐️ rounded to 4 for Goodreads. I’m enjoying the story and the performances are great in the graphic audio. I’m just not feeling the chemistry between the main characters. They went from zero to sixty very quickly especially with the FMC hating him for most of book one and two. The investigation was the best part and I want more with Cornelius and his animal magic. Side note: Anyone else feeling like SJM took a lot of liberties with the comparisons with this trilogy and her Crescent City one?
September 13, 2025
I have read this series several times, listened on audio and finally GraphicAudio released this full cast production. It is outstanding and certainly meets the high standard Ilona Andrews sets in their writing. No summary other than it is about magic and magical creatures and lots of action keeping the bad magical people in line. If you enjoy urban fantasy, any of their books in any format is a must read.
January 19, 2026
I love this series, it's Ilona Andrews at their finest. I know others had issue with the voice actor for Rogan in the first book, but I thought he was good. Rogan in the 1st book is very cold and distant and I thought the actor portrayed that well. It isn't until the 2nd book we get to see more from Rogan, and I thought the actor did a good job with that.
October 27, 2025
4.5 stars graphiques audio was outstanding. If narration has the appropriate voice actors it’s great. The novel not boring at all and full of action. FML and MML both smart and engaging. Loved when have in to the feelings.
January 14, 2026
***woensdag 7 januari 2026***
⭐3 - it was okay
The performance was very enjoyable. I just really dislike characters like Mad Rogan. I have the same thing with Curran. Alpha A-holes will never do it for me.
⭐3 - it was okay
The performance was very enjoyable. I just really dislike characters like Mad Rogan. I have the same thing with Curran. Alpha A-holes will never do it for me.
September 19, 2025
Exciting and sexy plot, even though the actual love story could've been finessed a bit more, in my opinion. I enjoyed the full cast, sounds effects and music so much.
September 28, 2025
The three men (Connor Rogan, Cornelius Harrison, Augustine Montgomery) do not sound like what imagined when I read the book.
Connor, when given more than a couple of lines, sounded like a guy from an old PI TV series.
Cornelius...well, I was expecting him to sound nicer. The song at the end was great.
Augustine - I just thought he would've sounded different.
Connor, when given more than a couple of lines, sounded like a guy from an old PI TV series.
Cornelius...well, I was expecting him to sound nicer. The song at the end was great.
Augustine - I just thought he would've sounded different.
October 26, 2025
Ugh this series is so good! I need the next one.
I didn't read the books or listen to the other audio so I have zero complaints on production.
I didn't read the books or listen to the other audio so I have zero complaints on production.
November 19, 2025
I love the dramatized versions!
December 9, 2025
Light and silly book I’ve read before but the full production was fun.
January 8, 2026
Love the book; the dramatized version could be better. I think Rogan's voice isn't the perfect fit for this character, but the production is excellent.
January 21, 2026
Really good!
Has sexual content, but is easy to skip
Has sexual content, but is easy to skip
January 27, 2026
Nevada and Conner sizzle! It was a sloooowwww burn but hang tight… reward is coming. The graphic audio is so entertaining and very well performed. I cant wait for the next one to come out.
January 25, 2026
Thank you Helen and Cee for doing a br with me. We are reading the whole series.
Reading Hidden Legacy Nevada Baylor #1-#3 was a lot of fun.
It took me the first 20% of Burn for me to get into the book. But after that I was hooked. I love the Main Characters Nevada and Rogan but also the side characters. I love the Baylor family, because they are close and thick as thieves.
So the 80% of book were finished as fast as I could, but you know life, work and stuff gives me sometime little or no reading time. But it was very good.
I like that Rogan as a character has so many facets that Nevada has different names for them: there is Conner, Rogan and Mad Rogan. He became very protective of Nevada and her family. At first he didn't show much emotions but after Nevada and Rogan meet this changes. She is the partner in crime he was looking for. Nevada is loyal and such a good person. She takes care of her family.
While it feels like the story is finished with book 1 it's only Adam's story that ends badly. The next two books are about other people, but a conspiracy which isn't unraveled after book 3.
Book 3 -6 is about Catalina, but I want books for so many sidecharacters: Arabella, Leon and Bern.
Reading Hidden Legacy Nevada Baylor #1-#3 was a lot of fun.
It took me the first 20% of Burn for me to get into the book. But after that I was hooked. I love the Main Characters Nevada and Rogan but also the side characters. I love the Baylor family, because they are close and thick as thieves.
So the 80% of book were finished as fast as I could, but you know life, work and stuff gives me sometime little or no reading time. But it was very good.
I like that Rogan as a character has so many facets that Nevada has different names for them: there is Conner, Rogan and Mad Rogan. He became very protective of Nevada and her family. At first he didn't show much emotions but after Nevada and Rogan meet this changes. She is the partner in crime he was looking for. Nevada is loyal and such a good person. She takes care of her family.
While it feels like the story is finished with book 1 it's only Adam's story that ends badly. The next two books are about other people, but a conspiracy which isn't unraveled after book 3.
Book 3 -6 is about Catalina, but I want books for so many sidecharacters: Arabella, Leon and Bern.
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