Rogue Magic

The Natural Order #2

by R.J. Vickers

His professors are convinced the Underground Academy is the only magical organization in the world. Tristan isn’t so sure. Just before Tristan returns for his second year at the Underground Academy, he wakes to the smell of smoke. His house is on fire, and he suspects Darla Merridy is involved. His professors think otherwise. Accused once again of arson, Tristan is certain someone is targeting their school. For some reason, groups of mountaineers have suddenly begun leading tours through their valley—in the dead of winter. And Zeke’s home mysteriously disappeared in a mudslide over the summer. But no one listens to him. Meanwhile, classes have begun, and this time Tristan and Amber are learning to use the Map Room themselves. While their classes grow more challenging than ever, the students are forced to reconcile themselves with the academy’s dark purpose. But their work will be for nothing if the school isn’t safe. Something is lurking in the forest nearby, and it won’t stay hidden forever. Continue the adventure now! Scroll up to buy your copy of Rogue Magic.

Genres: Fantasy

367 pages, Kindle Edition

First published May 31, 2016

About the author

R.J. Vickers is the bestselling author of the Natural Order YA fantasy series, the Forbidden Queen epic fantasy series, and several other standalone fantasy novels set in the world of the Kinship Thrones. 

Originally from Colorado, Vickers now lives in New Zealand with her husband, where she enjoys hiking to backcountry huts, writing at adorable cafes, crocheting blankets and amigurumi, and baking delicious treats. 

She is also an avid traveler, and spent most of 2019 exploring southern Africa and eastern Asia before continuing to Europe. 

She loves harvesting landscapes and cultural ephemera from around the globe to enrich her fantasy world--New Zealand, Finland, Alaska, Namibia, Hawaii, Ireland, and South Korea all make cameos in her imaginary lands. 

You can learn more about her writing and travels at www.rjvickers.com.

Reviews

[Deb Barringer · Rating 5 out of 5]

I thought Rogue Magic, Book 2 of R.J. Vicker's Underground Academy of Magic series, was even better than the first. The storyline is fast-paced and well-written, filled with magic and mayhem, adventure, intrigue and danger. The cast remains vast, but much easier to navigate with the greater degree of character development. I loved watching the personal growth of the main character, Tristain. The kids are in personal danger this time. They must not only learn to defend themselves, but must be capable of making offensive moves. Can they do it? Can they take lives, even if it means protecting their own? Ms. Vickers definitely raised the bar on this one. I can't wait to see if book 3 can match it!

[Marla · Rating 5 out of 5]

Another Great Read

Wow. This series just gets better with each book. I love how the characters have grown into their talents. Book 2 moves along smoothly and kept me interested! I'm excited to read book 3!

[Michelle · Rating 5 out of 5]

A brilliant sequel!
I really liked book 1 and had to buy this book to see what happened next. I was not disappointed! This is a really interesting story, a real page Turner. I love this series and bought book 3 halfway through as I felt compelled to keep reading! I would highly recommend this book and this series. Although most of the main characters are young, and it's listed as a young adult series, I don't feel it is at all 'dumbed down'. There are very thought provoking issues with enough weight to make the reader wonder what they would do in that situation. Have to go ..... I have just started book 3! By the way, although I would loved to be classed as a young adult, I think that may be pushing it at 52!

[Nickie · Rating 3 out of 5]

This was a good continuation, but I felt it dragged a bit in the middle. Still not sure about the magic and premise... is killing off all of humanity are repopulating with magical beings really that much better than killing off large groups of humans? It doesn't seem to be much different... both are killing off people and being pretty clinical about it... perhaps that's what Vickers wants readers to think about.

[Katherine A. McClure · Rating 5 out of 5]

Fantastic Book Series

After reading the first book in this series I just had to read the remaining books. I gave Rogue Magic five stars. The story telling is original, entertaining and fast paced. Any one who enjoyed Harry Potter should like this series.

[The Endless Unread · Rating 5 out of 5]

Absolutely amazing sequel

[Sorath · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book is amazing I strongly implore you to read it.

[Phthon · Rating 5 out of 5]

Oh wow! That was quite a roller coaster ride! The school year starts with a bang followed by betrayal and mortal peril that puts the teachers as well as the students in danger. Tristan and Amber must find it within them to do what needs to be done to save their teachers and fellow students! I was so disappointed when the book ended...I didn't want it to because the next book isn't out yet. Please hurry and finish it!

[Dana · Rating 5 out of 5]

Fabulous!!!, June 18, 2016

This review is from: Rogue Magic (The Natural Order Book 2) (Kindle Edition)
This was a great sequel!! there were great development of the main characters. I was wonderfully intrigued by the magic and the mystery and I can't wait for the next book in the series. As it is I am reading both books in the series to tide me over. the book was awesome.

[Lori Goodin · Rating 3 out of 5]

Enjoyable

A fun series to read. This is not a series to become bogged down in. It is truly a young adult genre.