Bound and Unbound: A paranormal novella duology
Ali Hazelwood
Magic Claims (Kate Daniels: Wilmington Years Book 2)
by Ilona Andrews
About this book
Retirement was always a pipe dream for Kate Daniels and Curran Lennart. After trading the chaotic streets of Atlanta for the supposedly quiet life in Wilmington, the legendary mercenary and her beast lord husband have barely unpacked their bags before trouble comes knocking. When a local businessman pleads for help against a parasitic, encroaching forest that is strangling a nearby town, the Lennarts realize that their low-profile existence is officially over.
This latest installment in the Wilmington Years series is a masterclass in urban fantasy, blending high-stakes supernatural combat with the evolving domestic dynamics of a beloved found-family. As Kate faces a terrifying new evil, she must balance her protective instincts for her son, Conlan, with the responsibilities of leading a burgeoning pack. The slow-burn tension between Kate and Curran remains the heart of the narrative, proving that even after years together, their partnership remains as sharp and vital as ever.
If you are craving a paranormal romance that refuses to sacrifice grit for sentimentality, this is your next obsession. It is a riveting, one-sitting read that reminds us why Kate Daniels is the gold standard of the genre. Get ready for a pulse-pounding adventure where the price of survival is higher than ever.
- Publication Date
- May 25, 2026
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Reader Reviews
June 16, 2023
The days of quiet and domesticity are at an end. Kate and Curran can’t say no to a town beleaguered by a deadly encroaching forest danger. Magic Claims continues the Kate Daniels story in this latest breath-stealing, heart-thumping cover to cover installment. Magic Claims is the second in a follow up series to the original Kate Daniels books. Those coming to this as newbies really do need to start back at the very beginning and make your way through them all (don’t worry, it is so worth it)....
June 13, 2023
This review was originally posted on Books of My Heart Review copy was received from NetGalley, Purchased. This does not affect my opinion of the book or the content of my review. There is nothing more exciting than a new Ilona Andrews book. I am ecstatic they have continued beyond the Kate Daniels series. These stories are shorter than full books, and tell of Kate, Curran and Conlan and their life in Wilmington NC. They are trying to lay low and just provide a normal childhood for Conlan....
June 13, 2023
Magic Claims is the second book in the Wilmington Years series spin-off from Ilona Andrews’ Kate Daniels books. And it’s another rip-roaring adventure, but with some moments of seriousness as well. In the first book in the series, Magic Tides, readers learned that Kate and Curran had moved to Wilmington to make the world go away (beach + fort + moat = happy!), and to try to find a bit of normal life for their son, Conlan. But even in Magic Tides, it seemed that they might not be left alone (or...
June 13, 2023
Ilona Andrews does it again in \"Magic Claims,\" the latest in the series that has us the BDH hooked. The outstanding world-building continues to shine in this book, further expanding the vibrant and complex universe that Iona Andrews has been meticulously crafting. Each detail contributes to the immersive experience, making you feel like you're living alongside the characters in this fantastical world. The character development remains unparalleled. Our beloved characters, Kate and Curran,...
July 7, 2023
“Magic Claims” is the second installment in the new Wilmington Years series but it is a critical one. It sets up the foundation for future releases and gives fans a full understanding of what Kate and Curran are planning for themselves. Kate and Curran left Atlanta for Wilmington in order to live a more peaceful life and keep their son, Conlan safe. However, they are now starting to realize that their powerful past will never allow them to fully be safe because someone will always be out there...
