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The Weight of Magic #9
The Call of Blood
It's now or never.
The Gates to the land of the dead are about to open. This is our last fight, our last attempt to put Kenneth down.
Will I be able to fulfill my mission?
All I know is that I am ready to use every bit of my magic to stop hell from breaking loose.
The Gates to the land of the dead are about to open. This is our last fight, our last attempt to put Kenneth down.
Will I be able to fulfill my mission?
All I know is that I am ready to use every bit of my magic to stop hell from breaking loose.
111 pages, Kindle Edition
Published May 28, 2020
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July 20, 2020
This is the final book in the series- please read them in order to get the best outcome of the series!!!!
A blinder of a conclusion, absolutely loved this series Lana has created an exceptional set of characters and through the series developed them into ‘people’ with traits and identities a really lovely read!
A blinder of a conclusion, absolutely loved this series Lana has created an exceptional set of characters and through the series developed them into ‘people’ with traits and identities a really lovely read!
July 23, 2020
Sadly, we are already onto the final book in the series.
Saving Nate has cost Nicky more than she expected, with their enemy awakened from his 200 year sleep, along with The Order he only has one thig on his mind, to open a gate between the living and the dead to bring back those passed to enhance their powers.
Nicky has the support of her usual group of friends and others and together they work to overcome The Order and to stop them opening the gate, but can they do it in time and are they strong enough?
This was a great end to a fantastic series. Lana Melyan has written an outstanding series that truly does read like a Netflix series and keeps you desperate for the next instalment. With a great theme of good versus evil, brilliant characters that, even as an adult, I could easily connect to and a lot of built up excitement throughout.
This has been a great little series to read and has been amazing to be able to read them one after the other in this way, I have really enjoyed them!
Saving Nate has cost Nicky more than she expected, with their enemy awakened from his 200 year sleep, along with The Order he only has one thig on his mind, to open a gate between the living and the dead to bring back those passed to enhance their powers.
Nicky has the support of her usual group of friends and others and together they work to overcome The Order and to stop them opening the gate, but can they do it in time and are they strong enough?
This was a great end to a fantastic series. Lana Melyan has written an outstanding series that truly does read like a Netflix series and keeps you desperate for the next instalment. With a great theme of good versus evil, brilliant characters that, even as an adult, I could easily connect to and a lot of built up excitement throughout.
This has been a great little series to read and has been amazing to be able to read them one after the other in this way, I have really enjoyed them!
July 5, 2020
This is the ninth and concluding ‘episode’ in the YA fantasy series from Lana Melyan. A really enjoyable series of short books with plenty of humour, romance, action and adventure. Primarily about witches (though with the odd vampire thrown in), I would recommend that you start from the beginning of the series. That way, by the time you get to this action-packed conclusion you will know the characters well and really care about their fate. A brilliantly executed conclusion to a fabulous series.
January 7, 2021
Not enough
I literally read all 9 of these books in one day and I can't believe there is no more, I fell in love with everyone but I did have a soft spot for logan I mean he's so sweet even though his ability is ment to scream bad guy, I just can't get enough of this series well written OK there was a few edit errors but I don't care about them I was too ingrossed in the book to even care
I literally read all 9 of these books in one day and I can't believe there is no more, I fell in love with everyone but I did have a soft spot for logan I mean he's so sweet even though his ability is ment to scream bad guy, I just can't get enough of this series well written OK there was a few edit errors but I don't care about them I was too ingrossed in the book to even care
June 15, 2020
A brilliant read. Hard to put down. Nicky and Nate and friends have battled so much yet the biggest battle is ahead. Trapped, followed, injured, facing death, can they still go on? They’ve failed to kill Kenneth previously but eventually work out where he is going to carry out his promise and open the gates but can they get there in time and stop him? Lots of action, treachery and challenges but to my mind a finale worth waiting for.
September 12, 2020
The last one
I didn’t write a review for the other 8 books but all I can say is AWESOME. I loved all 9 from the first word to the last. The story was brill flowed easily from book to book fantastic character detail great story lines and getting the correct ending is great. I highly recommend this series to all readers who like the supernatural.
I didn’t write a review for the other 8 books but all I can say is AWESOME. I loved all 9 from the first word to the last. The story was brill flowed easily from book to book fantastic character detail great story lines and getting the correct ending is great. I highly recommend this series to all readers who like the supernatural.
October 31, 2020
Magic and mayhem to the very end.
Just finished reading all nine books in this series. Every book was exciting and unlike most the cliffhanger was so good you felt compelled to finish each book in the series. I rated them excellent because they kept my interest throughout. I recommend them to you all.
Just finished reading all nine books in this series. Every book was exciting and unlike most the cliffhanger was so good you felt compelled to finish each book in the series. I rated them excellent because they kept my interest throughout. I recommend them to you all.
July 6, 2020
The call of blood by Lana Meylan.
This is book 9 in the weight of Magic series.
Omg absolutely brilliant. I loved this series. So sad it's the last one. Nicky and Nate and Logan, Connie have one last fight. They are my favourite characters. Really didn't want this to end. I would love to see this as a series on TV. 5*. Highly recommended.
This is book 9 in the weight of Magic series.
Omg absolutely brilliant. I loved this series. So sad it's the last one. Nicky and Nate and Logan, Connie have one last fight. They are my favourite characters. Really didn't want this to end. I would love to see this as a series on TV. 5*. Highly recommended.
November 1, 2020
Excellent
I really enjoyed this series. The plot was different and fresh. The characters were real and believable. I will definitely be reading more of this author.
I really enjoyed this series. The plot was different and fresh. The characters were real and believable. I will definitely be reading more of this author.
December 31, 2020
Great read
Having read the whole series in two days i have to say it was awesome, i enjoyed the story unfolding, learning more about each of the characters too
Having read the whole series in two days i have to say it was awesome, i enjoyed the story unfolding, learning more about each of the characters too
May 17, 2021
Nicky Callahan Nathan Cain
Fantastic series thoroughly enjoyed every book. So intense and inspiring. Loved them all ,will definitely recommend to everyone thank you
Fantastic series thoroughly enjoyed every book. So intense and inspiring. Loved them all ,will definitely recommend to everyone thank you
January 31, 2023
Loved it
I started reading, and I could not put them down. So great. It locks you in, so riveting, so entertaining, such a good read. I say that you should read these books
I started reading, and I could not put them down. So great. It locks you in, so riveting, so entertaining, such a good read. I say that you should read these books
July 12, 2021
Surprised
Well. I’m not sure where I read that this was a clean read, but it is a closed door read. For young readers this does have language. I’ll be honest, it you cut out the “and then they went up to their room” Senes we could cut out 4-5 books. Really, it happens that much. by book 4 I was rolling my eyes. I understand -they like each other.
Ok on to the review. There are spoilers. First, I did have some moral objections. The girls are 17 and just start their senior year. Within a day of turning 18 ( and still the first month of senior year) it’s ok to not only sleep with the 150 year old man, we have to known for 3 weeks. In fact her gran will encourage her to have weekends away with him- you know because we trust him. It’s just weird. Or that she just wants to drink a glass of wine by the fire… ummm she’s in 12th grade. What 12th grader does that….all the time? In fact they drink a lot. I feel like the author really wanted our character to be much older but for some reason chose a high school student. Maybe to fit the YA mold? But it made it kind ick. Even the magic was kind of a bummer. She has her first lesson, which is more about the guy than the magic and then we have the gem of reading she had about a dozen more lessons and she is as good as Nathan- the 150 year old. That’s it. That’s our magic lessons. I held tight and finished the series, because I knew there would be a twist. The best friend was really with Order or the ex-boyfriend was a spy… something. Nope. The fight that you read 9 (short) books for is just pages. It’s all predictable. No twist, no surprise ending. Just it. It does say if you like Vampire Diary’s you will like this. It is VERY similar to one of the seasons. Most of the magic works the same. They even have a bar in New Orleans. I was disappointed, but there are several positive reviews so perhaps it’s just not my cup of tea, but it was very predictable in my opinion and not a lot of story. I love characters that have have conversation but I don’t need to hear how “I can’t live without you” or “ I would die without you” over and over again. That’s obsession not care.
Well. I’m not sure where I read that this was a clean read, but it is a closed door read. For young readers this does have language. I’ll be honest, it you cut out the “and then they went up to their room” Senes we could cut out 4-5 books. Really, it happens that much. by book 4 I was rolling my eyes. I understand -they like each other.
Ok on to the review. There are spoilers. First, I did have some moral objections. The girls are 17 and just start their senior year. Within a day of turning 18 ( and still the first month of senior year) it’s ok to not only sleep with the 150 year old man, we have to known for 3 weeks. In fact her gran will encourage her to have weekends away with him- you know because we trust him. It’s just weird. Or that she just wants to drink a glass of wine by the fire… ummm she’s in 12th grade. What 12th grader does that….all the time? In fact they drink a lot. I feel like the author really wanted our character to be much older but for some reason chose a high school student. Maybe to fit the YA mold? But it made it kind ick. Even the magic was kind of a bummer. She has her first lesson, which is more about the guy than the magic and then we have the gem of reading she had about a dozen more lessons and she is as good as Nathan- the 150 year old. That’s it. That’s our magic lessons. I held tight and finished the series, because I knew there would be a twist. The best friend was really with Order or the ex-boyfriend was a spy… something. Nope. The fight that you read 9 (short) books for is just pages. It’s all predictable. No twist, no surprise ending. Just it. It does say if you like Vampire Diary’s you will like this. It is VERY similar to one of the seasons. Most of the magic works the same. They even have a bar in New Orleans. I was disappointed, but there are several positive reviews so perhaps it’s just not my cup of tea, but it was very predictable in my opinion and not a lot of story. I love characters that have have conversation but I don’t need to hear how “I can’t live without you” or “ I would die without you” over and over again. That’s obsession not care.
May 1, 2025
I loved it!
It was so enticing that I couldn’t put it down, this book grabbed my interest from the very first page. I couldn’t put it down, I had to know what happened next. The story is well written with a very good storyline. This is Book (Episode) Nine (Final Episode) of The Weight of Magic series. This is a fast-paced, easy and short read, perfect for a quick jump into an exciting world of witches, high school, vampires, and danger. This novella series is an exciting ride with unexpected turns and twists; it's like a TV show in a book form. You're one click from starting your binge-read.
It's now or never; the Gates to the land of the dead is about to open. This is their last fight, their last attempt to put Kenneth down. Will she be able to fulfill her mission?
All she knows is that she is ready to use every bit of her magic to stop hell from breaking loose. So with all that and more this story pulls you in and holds you tight. It’s a must read. I highly recommend to everyone.
It was so enticing that I couldn’t put it down, this book grabbed my interest from the very first page. I couldn’t put it down, I had to know what happened next. The story is well written with a very good storyline. This is Book (Episode) Nine (Final Episode) of The Weight of Magic series. This is a fast-paced, easy and short read, perfect for a quick jump into an exciting world of witches, high school, vampires, and danger. This novella series is an exciting ride with unexpected turns and twists; it's like a TV show in a book form. You're one click from starting your binge-read.
It's now or never; the Gates to the land of the dead is about to open. This is their last fight, their last attempt to put Kenneth down. Will she be able to fulfill her mission?
All she knows is that she is ready to use every bit of her magic to stop hell from breaking loose. So with all that and more this story pulls you in and holds you tight. It’s a must read. I highly recommend to everyone.
July 3, 2020
The Call of Blood is book 9 in this series and for those who've been following it, our group of witches, immortals and a vampire are still trying to save the world from Evil.
The arch enemy of the Cain and Callahan families has been awoken from his 200 odd years sleep and he and his followers have only one thing in mind, open a Gate between the living and the dead and welcome back some of the most powerful Evil entities ever. Nicky not only has her usual friends at her side but also the support of others from some surprising places.
Melyan writes a good story of Good verses Evil, with characters who I found I could really connect to, who I worried about during the fights and hoped all would be well with them. I'll not say what happened, that would spoil everything but let's just say it wasn't short of action.
I've loved reading this series and I'm hoping we get to hear more from them all in the future.
The arch enemy of the Cain and Callahan families has been awoken from his 200 odd years sleep and he and his followers have only one thing in mind, open a Gate between the living and the dead and welcome back some of the most powerful Evil entities ever. Nicky not only has her usual friends at her side but also the support of others from some surprising places.
Melyan writes a good story of Good verses Evil, with characters who I found I could really connect to, who I worried about during the fights and hoped all would be well with them. I'll not say what happened, that would spoil everything but let's just say it wasn't short of action.
I've loved reading this series and I'm hoping we get to hear more from them all in the future.
July 3, 2020
A superb ending to this wonderful series of short stories. I have loved reading about Nate and Nicky and their fight to try and stop Kenneth regaining his powers.
On the journey they have gained new friends from the order and had to think on their feet to fight for survival. In this story you could feel the urgency building as they tried to locate Kenneth to stop him opening the gates to the dead.
I was hooked from the first few pages and flew through this final instalment as they prepare to come head to head and fight for survival. I can't wait for this series to be released in paperback so I can purchase for my daughter as she will love it!
On the journey they have gained new friends from the order and had to think on their feet to fight for survival. In this story you could feel the urgency building as they tried to locate Kenneth to stop him opening the gates to the dead.
I was hooked from the first few pages and flew through this final instalment as they prepare to come head to head and fight for survival. I can't wait for this series to be released in paperback so I can purchase for my daughter as she will love it!
June 30, 2020
Fabulous finale to a great series. Great to read how well friends come together. Sacrifices are made but the greater good and for the safety of the world.
Saving Nate has cost Nicki more than she could ever foresee but she doesn’t regret any of it. She is exactly where she needs to be and she is ready for the last fight.
These nine, quick read books take you on a whirlwind journey of love, hate, sacrifice and bonds that cannot be broken.
Saving Nate has cost Nicki more than she could ever foresee but she doesn’t regret any of it. She is exactly where she needs to be and she is ready for the last fight.
These nine, quick read books take you on a whirlwind journey of love, hate, sacrifice and bonds that cannot be broken.
July 15, 2020
Recap: Nicky, Nate and their friends finally have their showdown.
Review: A solid ending to this mini-series. Connie's magical injury had my heart in my mouth but I really thought she would end up a vampire rather than an immortal, still at least she gets to stay with Logan. No main character deaths which is fine but would've added a bit more oomph to things. Nice touch with the parental farewell across the veil. I'm glad they won in the end.
Review: A solid ending to this mini-series. Connie's magical injury had my heart in my mouth but I really thought she would end up a vampire rather than an immortal, still at least she gets to stay with Logan. No main character deaths which is fine but would've added a bit more oomph to things. Nice touch with the parental farewell across the veil. I'm glad they won in the end.
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April 17, 2024
Enjoyed this set
of books. I don't normally read books about witches and magic, nothing against the Author. It's just a thing with me. I download this set to see what it's all about. Must say it was a very good read. Young adult who didn't know she was a witch. Interesting, powerful, well written, adventures, lots of magic good and bad. Keeps you on your toes. But you can tell Nicky is young by her hot head & feelings. She learned eventually. Enjoy. Fun cute read.
of books. I don't normally read books about witches and magic, nothing against the Author. It's just a thing with me. I download this set to see what it's all about. Must say it was a very good read. Young adult who didn't know she was a witch. Interesting, powerful, well written, adventures, lots of magic good and bad. Keeps you on your toes. But you can tell Nicky is young by her hot head & feelings. She learned eventually. Enjoy. Fun cute read.
January 14, 2025
The Call of Blood: The Weight of Magic, Episode 9 ~~ I absolutely loved 💖💕💞💗 this book!
The Call of Blood: The Weight of Magic, Episode 9 ~~ I absolutely loved 💖💕💞💗 this book! What a roller coaster ride with so many twists and turns, very good book from start to finish. These episodes stayed throughout the entire story and wrapped up all the loose ends. This was most definitely my favorite book in the entire series. I definitely recommend this series (episodes)!
The Call of Blood: The Weight of Magic, Episode 9 ~~ I absolutely loved 💖💕💞💗 this book! What a roller coaster ride with so many twists and turns, very good book from start to finish. These episodes stayed throughout the entire story and wrapped up all the loose ends. This was most definitely my favorite book in the entire series. I definitely recommend this series (episodes)!
June 21, 2020
This was the finale novella in this series and it didn't disappoint at all,i have loved all these small books through out and the ending was not how i thought which i love as it wasn't predictable at all.
There was plenty of action along with Nicky and Nate plus all the characters we have met previously plus a few new ones that were along for this ride and hope to finally end Kenneth before he was able to open the gates to hell.
There was plenty of action, intrigue and challenges to over come before they can get to where they are supposed to be.
There was plenty of action along with Nicky and Nate plus all the characters we have met previously plus a few new ones that were along for this ride and hope to finally end Kenneth before he was able to open the gates to hell.
There was plenty of action, intrigue and challenges to over come before they can get to where they are supposed to be.
June 17, 2023
The story was amazing
I read all 9 books in 2-3 days. It was that good. I'd recommend anyone who likes books with witches, immortals and vampires in them, also a great story for YA.
I'd originally picked this series up to try out the whole each book is like an episode of a TV series and it was a nice pace not dragged out like some series but not to fast paced either.
I read all 9 books in 2-3 days. It was that good. I'd recommend anyone who likes books with witches, immortals and vampires in them, also a great story for YA.
I'd originally picked this series up to try out the whole each book is like an episode of a TV series and it was a nice pace not dragged out like some series but not to fast paced either.
November 23, 2023
Wonderful Series
You will NOT REGRET reading this series. I read it in two days I couldn't wait until the next book. I would love for Lana Melyan to do others with spinoffs from some of the secondary characters in the group. One of those that you just don't want the story to end... Great READ !
You will NOT REGRET reading this series. I read it in two days I couldn't wait until the next book. I would love for Lana Melyan to do others with spinoffs from some of the secondary characters in the group. One of those that you just don't want the story to end... Great READ !
April 2, 2024
Amazing 😍
Couldn't put the books down had to keep reading all nine books , they are so captive with mystery and passion and just really sad that it's over would love to read more stories of what nate and Nicky along with Connie and Logan and Brian Sam and Kate and may be a bit of Haley would be really nice 🙏😁
Couldn't put the books down had to keep reading all nine books , they are so captive with mystery and passion and just really sad that it's over would love to read more stories of what nate and Nicky along with Connie and Logan and Brian Sam and Kate and may be a bit of Haley would be really nice 🙏😁
November 8, 2025
The Call of Blood
First loved the story line the back and forth timeline kept it interesting. The characters were great it took a few books to get into full action but when it did it got good. Not sure why this series was spread out into 9 books could have done it in 3. Nonetheless it was a good read. Enjoy!
First loved the story line the back and forth timeline kept it interesting. The characters were great it took a few books to get into full action but when it did it got good. Not sure why this series was spread out into 9 books could have done it in 3. Nonetheless it was a good read. Enjoy!
November 3, 2022
the weight of magic
I have now finished this series, l enjoyed the story line and characters.
Well done Lana, l have now found myself a new author to follow,l can’t wait to read more from this author.
I have now finished this series, l enjoyed the story line and characters.
Well done Lana, l have now found myself a new author to follow,l can’t wait to read more from this author.
January 6, 2023
The End
Happily ever after for Nikki and her friends. A nice wrap up to the whole series. Kept me wrapped up the entire time. This book stayed true to the entire story and wrapped up all the lose ends. This was most definitely my favorite book in the entire series.
Happily ever after for Nikki and her friends. A nice wrap up to the whole series. Kept me wrapped up the entire time. This book stayed true to the entire story and wrapped up all the lose ends. This was most definitely my favorite book in the entire series.
May 9, 2023
Amazing episodic series
I loved this series. Connie and Logan are captured in this one. Are they able to rescue them and find out where Kenneth plans to do the ritual? Are they able to stop him and his followers? Must read and find out.
I loved this series. Connie and Logan are captured in this one. Are they able to rescue them and find out where Kenneth plans to do the ritual? Are they able to stop him and his followers? Must read and find out.
June 16, 2023
Cute teen romance
It’s very much a “YA” series. The characters fall in love very quickly, and it’s a little cheesy, but there is action and adventure. All of the characters are pretty likable. Each episode is very short, so the series ends up being about the length of a trilogy.
It’s very much a “YA” series. The characters fall in love very quickly, and it’s a little cheesy, but there is action and adventure. All of the characters are pretty likable. Each episode is very short, so the series ends up being about the length of a trilogy.
August 22, 2023
Lots of magic
Enjoyed this series of books even though they were quite short, they got better the further you absorbed the story
Would recommend to anyone who likes magic and escapism.
Enjoyed this series of books even though they were quite short, they got better the further you absorbed the story
Would recommend to anyone who likes magic and escapism.
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