Book one of the series, Reckless Magic, left me yearning for more of the romance story between Eden Matthews and Kiran Kendrick. The book ends on a happy note with Eden and Kiran together, but now they must keep their relationship a secret. If Kiran's father were to find out what Eden's true identity is, it could mean the end of her life!
The previous book provided the history of Eden and Avalon's past as well as who their parents are. It also touches on the history of the Immortals and how the monarchy came into power. It is to much to explain and you will have to read Reckless Magic to find out the details. What we do find out though is Kiran's father has a vendetta against Eden's parents and if he were to find out Eden is their daughter, he would use her to lure her parents to him. Kiran is well aware of this fact and his plan is to convince his father she is just another ordinary girl. Armory decides to trust Kiran because Eden loves him, but Avalon disagrees. He, along with the Resistance, continually warn Eden that Kiran is using her and will turn on her once he has her powers and can dispose of her. This is an internal war for Eden, and she is caught amidst the confusion between her heart and mind.
Book two begins right where Reckless Magic left off. Eden and Avalon continue classes and Kiran pretends he doesn't know Eden. With Seraphina all over him, it's hard to tell him and Eden are secretly dating. Lily has decided to join the Resistance, but Eden cannot commit knowing her heart belongs to Kiran. Jericho is a new character introduced in the first book, a member of the Resistance. He and Lily are both living with Eden, and she is also attracted to him. Her heart is torn by this because even though she loves Kiran, Jericho seems like an easier relationship to be in. She also despises the fact that she must watch Kiran and Seraphina's interludes at school.
The real problem in the book arises when Eden is summoned by the King Lucan, Kiran's father, to do the Eternal Walk through the Cave of Forever Winds. During this process, an Immortal will meet their fears, but learn how to confront them. The problem is that the walk also reveals what type of magic the Immortal has by the color the wind turns into. So because King Lucan is watching Eden closely through the walk, he will learn her true identity and put her life in danger. In the end, Armory knows Eden must go through the walk in order to hinder Lucan's already growing suspicion of her. During her walk, Eden is attacked by the winds to the point where she is ready to meet her death. She accepts her fate but finds herself awake on the cave floor. Upon making contact with Avalon, Armory instructs her to use her magic to manipulate the color of the wind, which she gladly does so in order to confuse Lucan. The ability to manipulate the wind is explained by Armory in the book, but it's too complicated to explain here. As a side note, the author's ability to explain and provide descriptions for situations like this is what makes her a great author. She doesn't leave out any explanations and therefore, ties the whole book together.
Kiran and the Resistance feel great relief upon Eden's return. When it seems all will be normal again, there comes a bigger problem. King Lucan is visiting the school and Kiran. Armory knows the king well enough to sense danger is approaching, but he cannot figure out the motive behind the visit. While the Resistance is worried, Kiran sees it as an opportunity for his father to get to know Eden, for he has assumed his father already knows about their relationship. He hopes that his father will undo the betrothal to Seraphina and allow an engagement to Eden.
This book encompasses so many emotions and story lines that I must end my review at this part of the book. The story continues to include so many unforeseen events and your heart and mind will feel like it's been on an emotional roller coaster. In this book, Eden and Kiran's romance finds itself tested by the bonds of family and the trust they hold will forever be changed. I loved the first book of this series, and I found myself even more in love with the second book. Hopeless Magic is truly a must read and it will captivate your mind from the beginning. Will Kiran's father approve of Eden? Will they survive the test of trust? Will Eden join the Resistance? Will the King find out Eden's true identity? These are just a few of the questions this book will ask and answer.
I would also like to add a small update about the third book Fearless Magic. Higginson had previously announced it would be released in mid-October, but it has been postponed to November. It looks like it will be send for editing this weekend!!! I have enjoyed her first two books so much I hope the third books is as good. Also, previously, this was supposed to be a trilogy, but Higginson has announced a fourth book in the making due to be released in December.
I am also going to postpone any more book reviews until I have read Fearless Magic, just so I can keep this blog flowing well. I will be posting yummy cupcake recipes soon so be on the lookout for that!!!
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