For most of Aaron’s life, things have been uninteresting, boring, safe–just the way he likes them. He makes his decisions based on logic and reason and he doesn’t believe in paranormal mumbo jumbo like crystals and tarot cards and witches. When he sees an ad for an estate sale at the old house on the edge of town, he doesn’t see any harm in going and buying some things like an old book with odd … book with odd symbols on the front for his antique shop. Who cares if the old woman who owned the house was rumored to be a witch; everyone knows witches aren’t real.
After accidentally raising a demon by goofing around with a spell from the book, Aaron realizes that there are things in this world that logic and reason can’t explain. Witches are indeed real, and he just might be one.
Malakai has been searching for the Coughlan Grimoire for years, knowing there are spells in the book that can be dangerous if they fall into the wrong hands. Securing the book so his coven can protect it is of the utmost importance.
He isn’t prepared for the adorable rookie witch with the curly red hair and incredible latent power. But to his surprise, keeping Aaron safe and close by his side quickly becomes more important than the Grimoire. More important than anything.
Before Malakai and Aaron can be together they will have to battle vampires, wolf shifters, and one very powerful warlock. Malakai can’t do it alone; it will take friends, family, and for Aaron to figure out just how powerful he is if the two of them are going to protect the book and make their new found bond last forever.
This book is a paranormal romance between two men and is intended for mature audiences.
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Wow what a wonderful book. Can’t wait for series to continue. It is one on my to go books to listen to at night while on my CPAP
Just a fun book over all.
What I Think: I loved the intro to this so much that it made it worth it (you’ll just have to read it to find out). Aaron’s life is laid-back and normal which is just the way he likes. Unknown to him, he is the inheritor of a magical force unlike any other. A naturally gifted witch, Aaron still doesn’t believe it when the grimoire chooses him and him alone. Not even when he conjures a demon while fumbling around or when he gets an owl that seems to understand him when he speaks. Kai has heard about the grimoire his whole life, always on the lookout for it but even he doesn’t expect what he’ll meet as he follows the magic signature of the grimoire’s current holder. When Kai comes into Aaron’s life, he can no longer run. I love how fast he adjusts to his new life as I’ve never been one for wasting time when there are things that need doing. Kai is nervous and thinks he needs to protect Aaron, especially from what they might be to each other but Aaron just rolls with it. Forced to use his powers before he even knows what he is doing, he knows he must take his place by the side of his mate to protect himself from all the other supernatural beings that want the book that wants only him. Aaron is a natural as his mind and blood sing with magic, helping him learn things faster than usual and helping him find his feet. I had a joyous feeling throughout as this tale isn’t filled with any angst and is pretty straight-forward, a feeling further enhanced by the others in the tale for whom magic is as natural as breathing. The Donovan Family also adds to this feeling, mixing natural magic with the warmth and life they exude as they wholeheartedly enfold Aaron even as certain characters seem to have a bond of their own too and I would read the sequels to this just to find out where it all leads. As Aaron and Kai bond ever stronger and their magic melds, that feeling of joy is intensified to a thick fizz and they come together to eliminate their enemies so they can move on to planning a life together.
Verdict? A summery, feel-good romp filled with magic, love, and a very opinionated grimoire!
Elemental Magick is the first book in The Donovan Coven series. We start off with the Grimoire itself as it tries to ensure it becomes Aaron’s. There is instant attraction between Malakai and Aaron, quickly followed by proclamations of love and being soul mates. If you don’t like insta-love, trust me, you probably won’t like this book.
The story itself is fast-paced, quickly moving from one scene to another without a real chance to get to know each character. It flows nicely though, so as long as you’re prepared to go with the flow and not dive too deep, you’ll be fine. As you might expect, Aaron is a whiz at magic, even though he’s a newbie. And at least one of his friends is a latent witch too.
This was a brilliant book, full of action both in and out of the sheets. I thoroughly enjoyed this book and look forward to reading more in the series.
* A copy of this book was provided to me with no requirements for a review. I voluntarily read this book, and the comments here are my honest opinion. *
Merissa
Archaeolibrarian – I Dig Good Books!
What a great book! Truly enjoyed reading this!
If you like to read book that have twist of witches and paranormal mix in then you will enjoy this story. Aaron has a simple life running antique store and all that changes when purchase a book at estate sale. Kai fells drawn to Aaron and it it more then the spell book in his possession. Every has a goal in the Donovan Coven. Hope to see more of Russ and Ian in the next book and maybe their soul mate. recommend this book