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Bad Magic: 10 Novels of Demons, Djinn, Witches, Warlocks, Vampires, and Gods Gone Rogue
Bad magic can be so good ...
These 10 full-length novels of paranormal romance and urban fantasy will keep you on the edge of your seat and up past the witching hour. Black magic, adventure, and romance … they’re all here.
Something this good can’t last forever … download this set before it’s gone!
About the Books:
Chosen by Christine Pope
When a fatal fever nearly wipes out the entire world's population, the survivors of what became known as "the Dying" believe the worst is in the past ...
Dead Rising by Debra Dunbar
Solaria Ainsworth was born a Templar, destined to take up the mantle of responsibility and duty as her family’s Order had done for hundreds of years.
Except she refuses to take her Oath of Knighthood.
Hidden Blade by Pippa DaCosta
Kicked out of the underworld and cursed to walk this Earth for all eternity, Ace Dante is not the hero New York needs, but when Egyptian gods start killing, Ace is the city’s only defense.
Wolves by C. Gockel
When Amy prays for help, Loki the Norse God of Mischief and Chaos isn’t the savior she has in mind.
Bitter Ashes by Sara C. Roethle
She’s not their long lost fairy princess, she’s their executioner. Legends of Norse Myth and Necromancy collide in this fast-paced Urban Fantasy with a dark romantic twist.
The Last Necromancer by C.J. Archer
For 5 years, Charlie has lived as a boy in the slums, but when she's arrested, her only means of escape lies with raising the dead. Now people are hunting her for her necromancy, but only one man succeeds in capturing her: a man known as Death, as compelling as he is frightening.
Nefertiti’s Heart by A.W. Exley
1861. In a steam and mechanically powered London, feisty Cara Devon uses her dead father's secret notebook as a guide in her pursuit of powerful ancient artifacts.
Lost Wolf by Stacy Claflin
She’s hiding a dark secret. It already killed her once.
Thunder Hunter by Rachel Medhurst
For Thor to Live, Thunder Hunter must die. For a thousand years, Thor's power has been inside Trygger. Can he finally defeat the Fallen Ones to give it back?
Sorceress Awakening by Lisa Blackwood
When Lillian finds herself facing off against vampires, help comes from an unlikely source—the stone gargoyle who has been sleeping in her garden. In a heartbeat, her ordinary life becomes far more complicated, and if her overprotective, shape-shifting guardian is to be believed, there’s an evil demi-goddess just waiting for the chance to enslave them both.
These 10 full-length novels of paranormal romance and urban fantasy will keep you on the edge of your seat and up past the witching hour. Black magic, adventure, and romance … they’re all here.
Something this good can’t last forever … download this set before it’s gone!
About the Books:
Chosen by Christine Pope
When a fatal fever nearly wipes out the entire world's population, the survivors of what became known as "the Dying" believe the worst is in the past ...
Dead Rising by Debra Dunbar
Solaria Ainsworth was born a Templar, destined to take up the mantle of responsibility and duty as her family’s Order had done for hundreds of years.
Except she refuses to take her Oath of Knighthood.
Hidden Blade by Pippa DaCosta
Kicked out of the underworld and cursed to walk this Earth for all eternity, Ace Dante is not the hero New York needs, but when Egyptian gods start killing, Ace is the city’s only defense.
Wolves by C. Gockel
When Amy prays for help, Loki the Norse God of Mischief and Chaos isn’t the savior she has in mind.
Bitter Ashes by Sara C. Roethle
She’s not their long lost fairy princess, she’s their executioner. Legends of Norse Myth and Necromancy collide in this fast-paced Urban Fantasy with a dark romantic twist.
The Last Necromancer by C.J. Archer
For 5 years, Charlie has lived as a boy in the slums, but when she's arrested, her only means of escape lies with raising the dead. Now people are hunting her for her necromancy, but only one man succeeds in capturing her: a man known as Death, as compelling as he is frightening.
Nefertiti’s Heart by A.W. Exley
1861. In a steam and mechanically powered London, feisty Cara Devon uses her dead father's secret notebook as a guide in her pursuit of powerful ancient artifacts.
Lost Wolf by Stacy Claflin
She’s hiding a dark secret. It already killed her once.
Thunder Hunter by Rachel Medhurst
For Thor to Live, Thunder Hunter must die. For a thousand years, Thor's power has been inside Trygger. Can he finally defeat the Fallen Ones to give it back?
Sorceress Awakening by Lisa Blackwood
When Lillian finds herself facing off against vampires, help comes from an unlikely source—the stone gargoyle who has been sleeping in her garden. In a heartbeat, her ordinary life becomes far more complicated, and if her overprotective, shape-shifting guardian is to be believed, there’s an evil demi-goddess just waiting for the chance to enslave them both.
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First published March 26, 2017
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About the author
Christine Pope
216 books1,093 followersA native of Southern California, Christine Pope has been writing stories ever since she commandeered her family’s Smith-Corona typewriter back in the sixth grade. Many reams of dead trees later, she’s happy to announce that her debut novel, Fringe Benefits,was published by Pink Petal Books on April 8, 2010. Her short fiction has appeared in Astonishing Adventures, Luna Station Quarterly, and the new journal of dark fiction, Dark Valentine. Her paranormal novella, Playing With Fire, was released on August 5, 2010.
While Fringe Benefits is a straight contemporary romance, she writes in a variety of genres, including paranormal romance, fantasy, horror, science fiction, and historical romance. She blames this on being easily distracted by bright, shiny objects, which could also account for the size of her shoe collection.
After spending many years in the magazine publishing industry, she now works as a freelance editor in addition to writing fiction. She lives with her husband and an explosively fluffy Pomeranian mix. Her house is pink, but don’t hold that against her.
While Fringe Benefits is a straight contemporary romance, she writes in a variety of genres, including paranormal romance, fantasy, horror, science fiction, and historical romance. She blames this on being easily distracted by bright, shiny objects, which could also account for the size of her shoe collection.
After spending many years in the magazine publishing industry, she now works as a freelance editor in addition to writing fiction. She lives with her husband and an explosively fluffy Pomeranian mix. Her house is pink, but don’t hold that against her.
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October 17, 2017
Some good some bad
There are some good stories and bad ones. I realized I've already read a few books inside this set. One story left me hanging so I will have to read the rest of the series. One story in here got me buying the whole series when I read it by itself before. Beware, this might happen to you.
There are some good stories and bad ones. I realized I've already read a few books inside this set. One story left me hanging so I will have to read the rest of the series. One story in here got me buying the whole series when I read it by itself before. Beware, this might happen to you.
July 27, 2017
Good collection
Great collection found a few new authors to follow and read. Some of the authors I have read from already but good to know on side stories or short stories starring favorite characters from their appropriate series.
Great collection found a few new authors to follow and read. Some of the authors I have read from already but good to know on side stories or short stories starring favorite characters from their appropriate series.
May 28, 2020
I enjoyed this book. You could not foretell what will happen next.
March 9, 2020
While I liked the stories, I got this book some time ago from Barnes & Noble, and when I finally got around to reading it, there were only six books included! Where did the other four go? It made me angry, because some of the ones missing were the reason I got the set in the first place. Not a happy camper with this one.
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November 15, 2018
Well written books
THE DJINN WARS: BOOK 1 - CHOSEN
This is one of the most talented authors I've read. I loved this story and look forward to reading more. The main character is a believable young woman and the character development was great. The only problem I had with the book was the sexual content. I had to skip those sections.
The main character is the oldest daughter of a family of four. One day, nearly everyone in the world dies of a seemingly random virus. She is immune to it. She watches helplessly as her parents and brother die and turn into dust.
With the help of a disembodied voice, she finds a new place to live. Then a stranger comes along with whom she becomes close.
The book ends with an incredible cliff hanger, however, the questions that arise about what actually happened are satisfactorily answered before the close of the story.
THE DJINN WARS: BOOK 1 - CHOSEN
This is one of the most talented authors I've read. I loved this story and look forward to reading more. The main character is a believable young woman and the character development was great. The only problem I had with the book was the sexual content. I had to skip those sections.
The main character is the oldest daughter of a family of four. One day, nearly everyone in the world dies of a seemingly random virus. She is immune to it. She watches helplessly as her parents and brother die and turn into dust.
With the help of a disembodied voice, she finds a new place to live. Then a stranger comes along with whom she becomes close.
The book ends with an incredible cliff hanger, however, the questions that arise about what actually happened are satisfactorily answered before the close of the story.
August 2, 2018
I give this collection of stories five stars. There is only one story in the collection which I did not care for, “Lost Wolf”. The main character , Victoria, was a whiney weak character. For an alpha female she was weak. Did nothing to find out who she was but always crying how she did not remember anything. Now Toby was a bit of a weak character as well. He did nothing to help Victoria regain her memory until after he was released. He was a bit whiney as well because he wanted Victoria but really wasn’t forceful enough emotionally or leadership like to move things along.
I would read more by the other authors in this collection but nothing by Stacy Claflin, author of Lost Wolf.
I would read more by the other authors in this collection but nothing by Stacy Claflin, author of Lost Wolf.
May 10, 2017
Chosen by Christine Pope (Djinn)
Dead Rising by Debra Dunbar (Templar)
Hidden Blade by Pippa DaCosta (Souleater)
Wolves: I Bring The Fire Part I by C. Gockel (Loki)
Bitter Ashes by Sara C. Roethle (Vaettir Executioner)
The Last Necromancer by C.J. Archer
Nefertiti’s Heart by A.W. Exley (Ancient Artifacts)
Lost Wolf by Stacy Claflin (Werewolf Professor and Amnesiac)
Thunder Hunter by Rachel Medhurst (Viking w/ Thor's Magic)
Sorceress Awakening by Lisa Blackwood
Dead Rising by Debra Dunbar (Templar)
Hidden Blade by Pippa DaCosta (Souleater)
Wolves: I Bring The Fire Part I by C. Gockel (Loki)
Bitter Ashes by Sara C. Roethle (Vaettir Executioner)
The Last Necromancer by C.J. Archer
Nefertiti’s Heart by A.W. Exley (Ancient Artifacts)
Lost Wolf by Stacy Claflin (Werewolf Professor and Amnesiac)
Thunder Hunter by Rachel Medhurst (Viking w/ Thor's Magic)
Sorceress Awakening by Lisa Blackwood
November 5, 2020
A Lot of Fun
I will say a quick trigger warning about rape in the last novel as it’s mentioned quite a bit due to it being part of a backstory. That said, this was a fun collection. The novel about Loki I didn’t end up reading past the third chapter as it wasn’t really my thing, but the others were intriguing and a bit of a hoot. Overall, I liked it and will be keeping an eye out for other books from these authors.
I will say a quick trigger warning about rape in the last novel as it’s mentioned quite a bit due to it being part of a backstory. That said, this was a fun collection. The novel about Loki I didn’t end up reading past the third chapter as it wasn’t really my thing, but the others were intriguing and a bit of a hoot. Overall, I liked it and will be keeping an eye out for other books from these authors.
July 11, 2017
I read this box set back in May when I was on a three-week family trip. (The trip sounded good when we had the idea) These books provided the perfect escape. I enjoyed reading every single one. The characters and worlds were intense and awesomely created. My favorite was The Chosen because I’ve never read a story with the djinn. That being said, there was not one story that I did not like.
August 13, 2020
Superior Plotting
Amazing characters amidst a steampunk version of Victorian London. A wonderful bunch of characters who live from a broken childhood into a young adulthood of new beginnings. The cast includes a kick-ass female lead, an airship pirate/Viscount and a hard-boiled London Enforcer. Humor, action and serial killer stopping abound. Get reading now!
Amazing characters amidst a steampunk version of Victorian London. A wonderful bunch of characters who live from a broken childhood into a young adulthood of new beginnings. The cast includes a kick-ass female lead, an airship pirate/Viscount and a hard-boiled London Enforcer. Humor, action and serial killer stopping abound. Get reading now!
July 6, 2021
Compared to most compilations this one earns its five stars. All of the books here were top of the line and well worth reading. Only obnoxious and unrequired sex scenes in last book, however sloping the scenes still made this book outstanding as wee. Ms Pope did an excellent job putting this together.
July 25, 2017
Just a Bit Much Sappiness for My Tastes
Nice collection, if you like all that panting over Hunky Pants and Short Skirts and such... there were some good underlying stories but I don't think I will be buying another set like this...
Nice collection, if you like all that panting over Hunky Pants and Short Skirts and such... there were some good underlying stories but I don't think I will be buying another set like this...
September 22, 2017
Great collection of writers.
Loved this selection of story lines. All very different and worthwhile reading. Great introduction to new authors and how fantasy can be excitingly varied.
Loved this selection of story lines. All very different and worthwhile reading. Great introduction to new authors and how fantasy can be excitingly varied.
October 23, 2017
Oh My Gersh....I loved these books! I even bought some of the book's series partners. All were fantastic reads in their own way. I would highly recommend this set to any one who likes a mixture of paranormal/fantasy reads.
November 26, 2023
Loved it! I enjoyed getting a chance to read 10 different books by different authors that I have never read before. I am looking forward to reading more of their books. I highly recommend them if you enjoy the supernatural.
July 9, 2017
Solid anthology
A mix of good and okay books. None are duds, though at least one is a cliffhanger. I recommend it to discover new series you might want to finish.
A mix of good and okay books. None are duds, though at least one is a cliffhanger. I recommend it to discover new series you might want to finish.
July 17, 2017
It is a great book to read
October 20, 2017
I really liked this boxset. While I didn't read all the books (I think I read five of them, the others looked unappealing to me) the ones I did read were interesting and well-written. 5 stars.
December 8, 2017
Great read
The book was a great read. The plot was mature and kept me reading I found it online to an end to soon
The book was a great read. The plot was mature and kept me reading I found it online to an end to soon
January 23, 2018
Absolutely loving the new and creative idea's in these stories, I'll definitely be looking into other works by these authors.
March 31, 2018
I love this & I can't wait for more.
I will be also leaving a review on Goodreads @ Amazon.
And letting everyone know about it.
So i gave it a 5 Stars.
I will be also leaving a review on Goodreads @ Amazon.
And letting everyone know about it.
So i gave it a 5 Stars.
January 25, 2020
Great storp
What a wonderful collection of great stories. From Elves to Vampires..witches and djinns..all molded together to make your toes curl and your heart to beat faster.
What a wonderful collection of great stories. From Elves to Vampires..witches and djinns..all molded together to make your toes curl and your heart to beat faster.
March 7, 2020
Great!
Each tale is amazing! The characters are great. The descriptions were wonderful. Must read! Looking forward to reading more tales!
Each tale is amazing! The characters are great. The descriptions were wonderful. Must read! Looking forward to reading more tales!
June 6, 2020
one good one that i hadn't read.
The story that was that most interesting to me was the nameless one. But I can tell you heis Osiris's son. Because he has every reason to kill him.
The story that was that most interesting to me was the nameless one. But I can tell you heis Osiris's son. Because he has every reason to kill him.
June 27, 2020
Enjoyed the read!
Great book for one's imagination to enjoy a variety of adventurous store lines that intrigue one's mind on the possibility of unbelievable occurrences.
Great book for one's imagination to enjoy a variety of adventurous store lines that intrigue one's mind on the possibility of unbelievable occurrences.
April 24, 2019
This was a good set of books that I enjoyed. Lots of new authors to try and some great series to look into. If you like pnr then this is a set for you.
April 12, 2017
I always love when authors come together to put together a box set like this. Some of these authors are new to me, but Blackwood, Claflin, and Medhurst are among some of my favorite YA and Paranormal authors and theirs are the books I have read first.
I love the suspense that Claflin adds to the collection, a girl with no memory starting college to enter the world of shifters that is riddled with surprising twists.
Rachel Medhurst's Thunder Hunter is an amazing book based off Norse mythology. Trygger, grandson of Thor, has been tasked with returning 200 fallen ones from Freya. He cannot die until he completes this mission, so after 1000 years of tracking and killing the fallen ones, he is so close to completing his goal when Freya throws the loner a curveball.
A great selection of books for a superb price, I am anxious to finish the rest of the books.
I love the suspense that Claflin adds to the collection, a girl with no memory starting college to enter the world of shifters that is riddled with surprising twists.
Rachel Medhurst's Thunder Hunter is an amazing book based off Norse mythology. Trygger, grandson of Thor, has been tasked with returning 200 fallen ones from Freya. He cannot die until he completes this mission, so after 1000 years of tracking and killing the fallen ones, he is so close to completing his goal when Freya throws the loner a curveball.
A great selection of books for a superb price, I am anxious to finish the rest of the books.
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