hgranger's review against another edition
4.0
Terrible cover art but at least the title is slightly better than the other two in the series. Behind all that is an excellent urban fantasy with a solid story and great characters.
On one hand, it would have been nice to have the conspiracy arc resolved by now because I don’t tend to love the super villain is behind everything drawn-out stories, but the story doesn’t feel stale yet with everything going in and the forward movement of character and story development so it seems to be working for this series. Ilona Andrews did the same thing with the Kate Daniels books and those books are great so I’m not worried for Nevada’s story.
As a side note, I love how Nevada stands her own against Rogan when she doesn’t agree with him. And her powers (and entire family) are awesomely badass.
On one hand, it would have been nice to have the conspiracy arc resolved by now because I don’t tend to love the super villain is behind everything drawn-out stories, but the story doesn’t feel stale yet with everything going in and the forward movement of character and story development so it seems to be working for this series. Ilona Andrews did the same thing with the Kate Daniels books and those books are great so I’m not worried for Nevada’s story.
As a side note, I love how Nevada stands her own against Rogan when she doesn’t agree with him. And her powers (and entire family) are awesomely badass.
moodreader81's review against another edition
5.0
I just love this series. The third book was actually better than the second to me. The conspiracy is still interesting and Nevada exploring her magic is really fun to read. I love Nevada and her approach to her relationship with Rogan was so refreshing.
Shoutout to Rogan because he is such a great side character in this book.
Shoutout to Rogan because he is such a great side character in this book.
katekate_reads_'s review against another edition
5.0
Definitely my favorite in the series so far!!
Loved a few moments in particular that I want to remember. When describing someone who called Rogan needing help - Nevada described her as someone who would see a pot boiling over on the stove and run to the next room to tell someone instead of just lifting it off the burner. And then congratulate herself for her quick action. I loved this description and it stuck with me.
I also loooooved that Nevada wouldn’t take any crap from Rogan - when he left her waiting too long, she went home. And then I love how he used his power.
I loved the ending too. All around this was a fun read that I flew through. I’m glad I have a few more waiting for me!!
Loved a few moments in particular that I want to remember. When describing someone who called Rogan needing help - Nevada described her as someone who would see a pot boiling over on the stove and run to the next room to tell someone instead of just lifting it off the burner. And then congratulate herself for her quick action. I loved this description and it stuck with me.
I also loooooved that Nevada wouldn’t take any crap from Rogan - when he left her waiting too long, she went home. And then I love how he used his power.
I loved the ending too. All around this was a fun read that I flew through. I’m glad I have a few more waiting for me!!
mnakka9's review against another edition
5.0
Wow, just wow.
Very mature writing.
Loved MAD Rogan.
Thank you and love you, Ilona, Andrews.
Very mature writing.
Loved MAD Rogan.
Thank you and love you, Ilona, Andrews.
laurenjodi's review against another edition
5.0
Wildfire
5 Stars
In a world in which a person's social, financial and personal status is determined by the level of their magical power, Nevada Baylor is coming to terms with the fact that she is a force to be reckoned with and that the man she loves, Connor Rogan, might not be the most suitable match. To add insult to injury, Nevada is hired by Conner's former fiancée to investigate the disappearance of her husband. A case that may have far reaching consequences for Houston's magical Houses.
This series is one of the best the Urban Fantasy genre has to offer. The world building, plotting, characterization and romance are spellbinding.
Nevada and Rogan's dynamic is amazing. The intensity of their chemistry is felt not only during their intimate scenes together, but in virtually every shared encounter and conversation. Thankfully, the minor conflict involving his ex never really gains momentum and is resolved with very little angst.
The secondary characters, especially Nevada's family, are fleshed out well and add an extra layer of humor and enjoyment to the storyline. It is particularly interesting to learn of the Baylor sisters' genetic origins as well as their individual powers.
While Nevada and Rogan's relationship and the majority of events in the trilogy come to a more than satisfactory conclusion, several loose ends remain. Consequently, one can only hope that the Ilona Andrews duo has a fourth book in the works.
In sum, the Hidden Legacy books are exceedingly well written and entertaining. Highly recommended for both fans of Andrews' work and newbies to the genre as well.
5 Stars
In a world in which a person's social, financial and personal status is determined by the level of their magical power, Nevada Baylor is coming to terms with the fact that she is a force to be reckoned with and that the man she loves, Connor Rogan, might not be the most suitable match. To add insult to injury, Nevada is hired by Conner's former fiancée to investigate the disappearance of her husband. A case that may have far reaching consequences for Houston's magical Houses.
This series is one of the best the Urban Fantasy genre has to offer. The world building, plotting, characterization and romance are spellbinding.
Nevada and Rogan's dynamic is amazing. The intensity of their chemistry is felt not only during their intimate scenes together, but in virtually every shared encounter and conversation. Thankfully, the minor conflict involving his ex never really gains momentum and is resolved with very little angst.
The secondary characters, especially Nevada's family, are fleshed out well and add an extra layer of humor and enjoyment to the storyline. It is particularly interesting to learn of the Baylor sisters' genetic origins as well as their individual powers.
While Nevada and Rogan's relationship and the majority of events in the trilogy come to a more than satisfactory conclusion, several loose ends remain. Consequently, one can only hope that the Ilona Andrews duo has a fourth book in the works.
In sum, the Hidden Legacy books are exceedingly well written and entertaining. Highly recommended for both fans of Andrews' work and newbies to the genre as well.
lynseyisreading's review against another edition
5.0
"I was asleep," he said. "And she woke me up."
So, I've rated every book in this series 5 stars...
I did it, all right? I couldn't help it!
I was so hoping I could disguise my fangirlyness behind some witty objective criticism and drop my rating down to, say, 4.9, but...there's just nothing, you guys. Nothing I can call on to say "this bit wasn't so good," or "this section dragged," or "I didn't like this character." Because it was and it didn't and I do. So I don't care if it makes me sound biased. These books are UF perfection and I loved every second of them.
I'm also REALLY REALLY hoping this isn't the end of them! It's says on the Andrews' website:
From Ilona Andrews, #1 New York Times bestselling author, the thrilling conclusion to her Hidden Legacy series, as Nevada and Rogan grapple with a power beyond even their imagination…
Note that ugly word: conclusion. And yet, I really think there's so much more that could be done with these characters and this world! So, as with the last five minutes of The Amazing Spiderman 2, I'm just choosing to pretend I didn't see it.
I've really enjoyed how each story arc so far has been connected to the one before, even if at first it doesn't seem so. And in Wildfire, this was no different. It all keeps coming back to this group of rebellious Primes who seemingly want to tear down the world so they can rebuild it just how they like it. We heard the ice mage, David, in White Hot compare it to Rome...
Rome—corrupt, rich, and disorganized, a republic that ruled the world yet couldn’t rule itself. Its senators fighting for power in vicious political squabbles; the policies of compromise forgotten in favor of personal gain. Its armies pledging their loyalty to their generals rather than to the republic they were meant to serve.
So I guess that's how they see things now. That Primes have become too power-hungry and everyone is only concerned about their own House, not the world as a whole? Is that it? Because that might almost make sense if they weren't trying to MURDER EVERYBODY!
Someone caught up in the aftermath of one such Prime's villainous acts is none other than Rogan's former intended, Rynda. Rynda's mother was behind some of the events in White Hot, and the shame of her actions is being felt by her daughter and her family. When Rynda's husband goes missing, she hires Nevada to find him. Awkward much?
Now, I kinda love it and hate it when and old flame pops up in a book. It's usually equal parts upsetting, frustrating and then, hopefully, supremely satisfying when they're eventually told how things are going to be. I've got to hand it to Nevada, she's clearly been to the Mercedes Thompson school of how to deal with exes. She managed to be professional and keep any jealousy or resentment buried waaaay down deep. I can only applaud. And Rynda was testing at times that's for sure. Her "Oh Rogan, I'm so fragile! Protect me!" act got old real fast. Grr!
As well as the mystery, action and romance that were all present and correct just like the first two books, there were also some big developments for the Baylor family unit here in Wildfire. And I think this is another big part of why I feel like this series should only just be beginning, not ending! I loved how the whole family and all of Rogan's military guys worked together and stood up for one another. I also enjoyed the siblings and cousins contributions. Things have definitely changed a lot since Burn For Me!
In a nutshell, Wildfire was a thrilling, exhilarating page-turner that I absolutely loved, and if this series is over, it was awesome and I have zero regrets. HOWEVER, if it isn't, and the authors want to tie up those last few loose ends they left, I will be the first in line to buy the next instalment!
5 stars ★★★★★ ~ A copy of this book was provided by the publisher in exchange for an honest review.
kylek's review against another edition
adventurous
hopeful
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
_yumitsang_'s review against another edition
emotional
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.25
ransomoney's review against another edition
adventurous
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.25