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McKendrick Warlocks #2
A Bite of Magick
Kieran McKendrick has landed in the worst kind of hell. Thanks to his meddling relatives, the Scottish Warlock has a “mating” curse placed upon his dark head—and he’s already suffering from one curse too many. Now he must find his bith-bhuan gra, or soul mate, to break this newest curse…and heaven help her when he does.
Té Hayes has heard of a wolf in sheep’s clothing before—but never a Warlock’s! On the run from her troubled past, Té arrives in Edinburgh for a surprise visit with her sister, Evan. She plans to chill out with her big sis, meet her new brother-in-law, and catch a friend’s photography exhibit, all without a hitch. But within moments of meeting Evan’s new family, Té realizes there’s more to these gorgeous McKendrick men than meets the eye—and one in particular who sets her blood on fire. Too bad she’s sworn off men, even ones as gorgeous and irresistible as Kieran McKendrick.
Still, when the temptation becomes too great, Té decides that she just might regret not getting a taste of the sexy bad boy while she’s got the chance. It’s a sound plan, to take what she wants and enjoy it while it lasts. But what the young American doesn’t know is that it can prove damn difficult for a woman to protect her heart from a devoted McKendrick male. Especially when he’s hell bent on claiming her for his own…forever.
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Author’s Note: A BITE OF MAGICK is part of the McKendrick Warlocks series, but can be read as a standalone.
(2nd Edition)
Té Hayes has heard of a wolf in sheep’s clothing before—but never a Warlock’s! On the run from her troubled past, Té arrives in Edinburgh for a surprise visit with her sister, Evan. She plans to chill out with her big sis, meet her new brother-in-law, and catch a friend’s photography exhibit, all without a hitch. But within moments of meeting Evan’s new family, Té realizes there’s more to these gorgeous McKendrick men than meets the eye—and one in particular who sets her blood on fire. Too bad she’s sworn off men, even ones as gorgeous and irresistible as Kieran McKendrick.
Still, when the temptation becomes too great, Té decides that she just might regret not getting a taste of the sexy bad boy while she’s got the chance. It’s a sound plan, to take what she wants and enjoy it while it lasts. But what the young American doesn’t know is that it can prove damn difficult for a woman to protect her heart from a devoted McKendrick male. Especially when he’s hell bent on claiming her for his own…forever.
* * * * * * *
Author’s Note: A BITE OF MAGICK is part of the McKendrick Warlocks series, but can be read as a standalone.
(2nd Edition)
261 pages, Paperback
First published December 15, 2004
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About the author
Rhyannon Byrd
80 books1,309 followersRhyannon Byrd is the national bestselling author of more than forty contemporary and paranormal romance titles, including the romantic thrillers LONDON AFFAIR and NEW YORK SCANDAL, and her books have been translated into ten languages. After years of enjoying the California sunshine, Rhyannon now lives in the beautiful Malvern Hills in England with her family and their ever-growing collection of concert T-shirts and coffee mugs.
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January 29, 2018
fun, and the story in the next few books have a potential to be great or even brilliant
April 30, 2008
This is a highly erotic book. I loved the both Kieran and Te. Both are very stuborn and independent. I love a strong Heroine who knows when to give in for the sake of her pleasure. The sexual tension and the sex was very hot. I had actual steam coming of the pages.
June 16, 2020
Good
It's a very emotional journey for all of the characters and finding love in unusual circumstances with lots of twists and turns along the way.
It's a very emotional journey for all of the characters and finding love in unusual circumstances with lots of twists and turns along the way.
October 29, 2010
I really liked this book. Rhyannon Byrd NEVER disappoints.
March 28, 2022
First bought years ago through Ellora’s Cave under the series name MAGICK MEN.
I read these books many, many years ago and have read them again since but those earlier reviews are missing.
Not as good as book one. The storyline could have been great but devolved into a sexathon.
Too much sex and then more sex, chapters of sex, over story and actual communication.
A pity as I really enjoyed the first book and this series has the makings of being a great set of stories.
This was more like a short erotica story, though I had the uncomfortable feeling this is nearly bestial in actions at times. And the overuse of the use of the C**T word, which is used prolifically, made me cringe.
We have an arrogant alpha idiot as the hero.
Kieran is just over the top annoying at times with his telling Brontë what to do, or not do. He doesn’t ask, he tells.
He refuses to open his heart or trust, until nearly too late.
The heroine Brontë, is the sister from book one. Always being called Te, which I found stupid as her name is not a mouthful.
Brontë is just a bit unbelievable with her attitude towards his beast. Very OTT in her sexual actions.
The bit of story we had with the nasty ex Lexi, was good.
I would like more stories to be added to this series as we have characters that need their stories told. Dugan and the mystery about Zach come to mind.
I read these books many, many years ago and have read them again since but those earlier reviews are missing.
Not as good as book one. The storyline could have been great but devolved into a sexathon.
Too much sex and then more sex, chapters of sex, over story and actual communication.
A pity as I really enjoyed the first book and this series has the makings of being a great set of stories.
This was more like a short erotica story, though I had the uncomfortable feeling this is nearly bestial in actions at times. And the overuse of the use of the C**T word, which is used prolifically, made me cringe.
We have an arrogant alpha idiot as the hero.
Kieran is just over the top annoying at times with his telling Brontë what to do, or not do. He doesn’t ask, he tells.
He refuses to open his heart or trust, until nearly too late.
The heroine Brontë, is the sister from book one. Always being called Te, which I found stupid as her name is not a mouthful.
Brontë is just a bit unbelievable with her attitude towards his beast. Very OTT in her sexual actions.
The bit of story we had with the nasty ex Lexi, was good.
I would like more stories to be added to this series as we have characters that need their stories told. Dugan and the mystery about Zach come to mind.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
January 30, 2010
Kieran McKendrick can’t believe the situation his father and uncles, “The Council”, have placed him in; hereditarily cursed to be a werewolf is bad enough but to now find his “beast” cursed by his own blood is just too much. Finding his “bith-bhuan gra”, soul mate, to break the curse might seem like an easy enough task for any Warlock to accomplish but it’s been three months of looking, with no desire to touch, and his beast is about to drive him over the edge if it doesn’t experience the pleasures of the flesh again soon. So when Té Hayes, his cousin’s new human sister-in-law, walks in the door his beast finally raises its head in interest and he finds himself in a true dilemma. How does he protect Té from his beast when she is so determined to tame it?
After spending months in Mexico helping a friend teach, Té Hayes finds the atmosphere and the view in her bother-in-laws pub, “The Wicked Brew”, in Scotland to be warm, inviting and utterly amazing. Who could dispute the vision of the 6 foot plus of muscle bound dark brooding male approaching her to be anything but spectacular? Even finding out that thus male is a Warlock cursed with “fangs and fur” won’t turn this determined woman away from achieving her goal of Kieran in her bed. So what she can’t comprehend is why Kieran is so dogged to thwart her efforts when only she can break his curse. He may think that she is small and delicate but what he doesn’t understand is that powerful things come in small packages. So watch out wolfie this is one determined little red riding hood out to bag her a big bad werewolf.
If you are a fan of the paranormal and you are looking for a great Shapeshifter romance you have to get A BITE OF MAGICK, it is one marvelous story. I know…I know… almost every review out there says the book they are talking about is great but trust me this one really is. With well-developed characters, an excellent plot and some really scorching love scenes Ms. Byrd has written a stand alone sequel to rival her first book in the series A SHOT OF MAGICK. I know with todays busy schedules finding the time to enjoy a good book can almost be impossible for some readers so let me help you weed out some clunkers. Invest in A BITE OF MAGIC it is without a doubt one of the cream of the crop of Werewolf books out there today.
After spending months in Mexico helping a friend teach, Té Hayes finds the atmosphere and the view in her bother-in-laws pub, “The Wicked Brew”, in Scotland to be warm, inviting and utterly amazing. Who could dispute the vision of the 6 foot plus of muscle bound dark brooding male approaching her to be anything but spectacular? Even finding out that thus male is a Warlock cursed with “fangs and fur” won’t turn this determined woman away from achieving her goal of Kieran in her bed. So what she can’t comprehend is why Kieran is so dogged to thwart her efforts when only she can break his curse. He may think that she is small and delicate but what he doesn’t understand is that powerful things come in small packages. So watch out wolfie this is one determined little red riding hood out to bag her a big bad werewolf.
If you are a fan of the paranormal and you are looking for a great Shapeshifter romance you have to get A BITE OF MAGICK, it is one marvelous story. I know…I know… almost every review out there says the book they are talking about is great but trust me this one really is. With well-developed characters, an excellent plot and some really scorching love scenes Ms. Byrd has written a stand alone sequel to rival her first book in the series A SHOT OF MAGICK. I know with todays busy schedules finding the time to enjoy a good book can almost be impossible for some readers so let me help you weed out some clunkers. Invest in A BITE OF MAGIC it is without a doubt one of the cream of the crop of Werewolf books out there today.
October 6, 2012
I picked up this one on a whim if I must be completely honest. I must say I love the concept of this book. The writing was great and the flow wasn't all that bad. I got into the story rather quickly and dispite my other issues I won't take that away from the book. I loved Kerien (I am so sorry that I butchered that spelling lol) but once again the female was just ugh. I say this all the time. I am so tired of reading books about women that have so much baggage. This girl needed to get her issues together before she got into a relationship. But like usuall in the classic romance formula our hero beat her down with a stick. So I guess that's all that matters in the end. He only needs to get the girl. It never matters in these books that the women are always insecure,and bitchy and act more like children not to mention that they need therapy and possiably a life coach more than they need a man. But this is just my opinion.
September 13, 2009
Hot read - some action. This The hero and heroine are both stubborn, independent, and determined to be in 'charge'. They both have esteem issues - she because she doesn't look like a supermodel [although men and especially our hero drool when she walks by:] and he because he is cursed to shapeshift into a beast and is afraid he'll hurt her or scare her when that happens. This is definitely for those of us who weren't happy when Beauty's Beast turned in to a full-time prince...
Very steamy - order doesn't seem to matter.
Magick Men
A Shot of Magick By Rhyannon Byrd in More Than Magick
A Bite of Magick
Alpha Romeos
Very steamy - order doesn't seem to matter.
Magick Men
A Shot of Magick By Rhyannon Byrd in More Than Magick
A Bite of Magick
Alpha Romeos
May 2, 2012
Kieran, a Warlock, gets his turn to be hexed to find his soul mate. Lach from the first book and his mate Evan finds it hilarious to see that Kierans Wolf tries to emerge when Evans sister Bronté comes for a visit.
A longer read than the first book but lot of sexual tension when Kieran doesn´t want to give in to his Wolf but Té won´t give up. Hot smut and alpha males with magic.
A longer read than the first book but lot of sexual tension when Kieran doesn´t want to give in to his Wolf but Té won´t give up. Hot smut and alpha males with magic.
February 6, 2008
2nd in the Magic Men...yum, where can I get one?
May 16, 2023
Read this before joining Goodreads era, so I rated this just by what I feel after I finish read. One of some erotica titles that I read because "curiosity"
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