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Unexpected Magic #6.5
Stray Magic
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Author's Note:
In creating two large, eccentric families, I will inevitably develop characters who never quite fit into a larger story. Jacques Bellamy-Ives is one of them. I adore Jacques. He's cheerful, he's highly intelligent, and he's creative-- always a plus in my book. He has his flaws, but none of them are large enough to justify 85,000 words to overcome.
But even if he's not scientific like his brothers, Jacques does have one blind spot--he thinks Malcolm magic is just a lark. For those of you unfamiliar with my Unexpected Magic series--the Malcolms are a lively family of ladies with extra abilities. They don't generally read minds or the future, but they have unusual talents, like predicting events from the stars or healing with their hands or seeing ghosts. So you can understand why a practical, logical man would have difficulty grasping these totally improbably gifts--until he discovers a not-quite-normal ability of his own.
I hope you'll enjoy this brief story about how a sensible Ives male accepts the fantastic, all for the love of a lady.
Author's Note:
In creating two large, eccentric families, I will inevitably develop characters who never quite fit into a larger story. Jacques Bellamy-Ives is one of them. I adore Jacques. He's cheerful, he's highly intelligent, and he's creative-- always a plus in my book. He has his flaws, but none of them are large enough to justify 85,000 words to overcome.
But even if he's not scientific like his brothers, Jacques does have one blind spot--he thinks Malcolm magic is just a lark. For those of you unfamiliar with my Unexpected Magic series--the Malcolms are a lively family of ladies with extra abilities. They don't generally read minds or the future, but they have unusual talents, like predicting events from the stars or healing with their hands or seeing ghosts. So you can understand why a practical, logical man would have difficulty grasping these totally improbably gifts--until he discovers a not-quite-normal ability of his own.
I hope you'll enjoy this brief story about how a sensible Ives male accepts the fantastic, all for the love of a lady.
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First published September 1, 2017
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About the author
Patricia Rice
157 books515 followersWith several million books in print and New York Times and USA Today's bestseller lists under her belt, former CPA Patricia Rice writes emotionally-charged contemporary and historical romances which have won numerous awards, including the RT Book Reviews Reviewers Choice and Career Achievement Awards.
Her books have also been honored as Romance Writers of America RITA® finalists in the historical, regency and contemporary categories.
A firm believer in happily-ever-after for good reason, Patricia Rice is married to her high school sweetheart and has two children. A native of Kentucky and New York, a past resident of North Carolina and Missouri, she currently resides in Southern California, and now does accounting only for herself.
She also writes under the pen name Jamie Quaid
Her books have also been honored as Romance Writers of America RITA® finalists in the historical, regency and contemporary categories.
A firm believer in happily-ever-after for good reason, Patricia Rice is married to her high school sweetheart and has two children. A native of Kentucky and New York, a past resident of North Carolina and Missouri, she currently resides in Southern California, and now does accounting only for herself.
She also writes under the pen name Jamie Quaid
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January 25, 2020
Sweet story with a quirky heroine and an artistic hero. It was madcap, gently humorous, and romantic. Love how PAtricia Rice captures family dynamics. A fun addition to the series.
May 22, 2018
First of all, I love this series by Ms Rice.
This is a novella with Jacques Bellamy-Ives who is a part of a family with every member blessed with a special talent. He is not scientific but he is a talented author of plays And he is in love with Seraphina the manager of the theater where he works.
He is generous enough to provide a home for actresses who have no where to live. He is talented enough to have written what he believes will be a big success. But, a fire destroys his play and everything else.
The theater company needs money. So, he convinces Seraphina to sing and charm people who will support the theater.
Seraphina is the daughter of an actress. Her late father convinced her that life in the theater is not for her. And she has no idea that her love for Jacques could possibly be returned.
The story is sweet. The characters are well developed even in a short format. The plot held my interest. I wanted the happily ever after that both Jacques and Seraphina deserve.
Ms Rice has created a lovely story that takes the reader back to the Malcolm – Ives family in all their glory.
This is a novella with Jacques Bellamy-Ives who is a part of a family with every member blessed with a special talent. He is not scientific but he is a talented author of plays And he is in love with Seraphina the manager of the theater where he works.
He is generous enough to provide a home for actresses who have no where to live. He is talented enough to have written what he believes will be a big success. But, a fire destroys his play and everything else.
The theater company needs money. So, he convinces Seraphina to sing and charm people who will support the theater.
Seraphina is the daughter of an actress. Her late father convinced her that life in the theater is not for her. And she has no idea that her love for Jacques could possibly be returned.
The story is sweet. The characters are well developed even in a short format. The plot held my interest. I wanted the happily ever after that both Jacques and Seraphina deserve.
Ms Rice has created a lovely story that takes the reader back to the Malcolm – Ives family in all their glory.
September 18, 2017
I love this series. I have read all the Malcolm and St. ives books. Great characters, great plots, and love when we see characters we love show up in each subsequent book. my favorite and also least favorite point was Sersphina's father convincing her she was dumpy and that Jacque preferred men, so he could keep her close. Jacque had no idea why she didn't like him, while of course she was mad for him. Also, great opening scene. Hope there will be more.
October 10, 2017
I love Rice's Magic series, this one is no exception, it is a short version of her stories, but I really enjoyed this about the theater people and how they got along. This story is a little different then the Magic stories with the male character having the different abilities in magic. Great story.
February 2, 2018
A very fun short story about Jacques Bellamy-Ives, his life in the theater, and his love, Seraphina—the manager of the theater whose father told her Jack was gay so she wouldn’t fall in love with him. Circumstances lead to the introduction of Seraphina to the Ives and Malcolm families in a dinner gone awry. Very satisfying story.
August 28, 2017
I've loved every story in this series and this one was no exception . Great characters but wished it was longer
September 29, 2017
A cute story. I wish there was more to it. It does give you a taste of the series.
February 14, 2018
Sweet romance with a bit of mystery. It is too short but it does fit with the series and provides satisfaction about Jacques life.
March 5, 2018
I like this series. Full of magic, romance, saucy heroines and handsome heroes. And an HEA for all. Better if read as a series. Not as good as her original Magic series IMHO.
June 23, 2018
A sweet short story. Playwright Jacques (Jack) Ives-Bellamy get his HEA with theatre owner Seraphina (Phin) Simmons. Thoroughly enjoyed.
April 14, 2019
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May 4, 2019
Love Patricia Rice’s magic series. Lots of fun characters. Lots of righteous females and men stunned into love.
June 29, 2019
I would have liked a bit more of the story, but I did enjoy what there was of it.
January 24, 2020
Stray Magic by Patricia Rice Unexpected Magic Book 6
A delightful short story featuring jacques Ives and his journey to a Happy Ever After.
4 stars
A delightful short story featuring jacques Ives and his journey to a Happy Ever After.
4 stars
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