BooK Review: Seize (A Magnus Blackwell Novel, Book 3) by Alexandrea Weis & Lucas Astor

 

Seize (A Magnus Blackwell Novel, Book 3)
by Alexandrea Weis & Lucas Astor
March 26th 2019
Genres: Adult, Supernatural
Pages: 291
AND THE DEAD SHALL RISE

Lexie Arden has a loving husband, a thriving business, and consults with the New Orleans Police Dept on murder cases. Kalfu has given her everything she desires, but challengers to her authority are closing in.

Her dark secret remains hidden from everyone except Magnus. He sees the evil growing stronger, changing her, and hurting her marriage. If Lexie doesn't rid herself of Kalfu's influence soon, the consequences will be irreversible.

When she unexpectedly inherits a cottage in the swamp, she uncovers a library of rare books on voodoo. Their spells can reverse the dark lord's hold and set right the balance between darkness and light. But such magic requires a great sacrifice; one Lexie isn't willing to make.

With the shadow spirits and raging voodoo gods vying for her attention, Lexie is on the verge of losing everything—her husband, her power, Magnus, and possibly, her life.

The battle for control of the mambo's soul is about to begin.

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Lexie has settled into New Orleans with her husband and also her spirit guide Magnus. She is happy with her business which is doing exceptionally well and consults with the New Orleans Police Department on cases as well. There are others in New Orleans who want what she has and will stop at nothing to possess her power.

Lexie has complicated relationships with almost everyone in her life from human to spirit to god. Her relationship with Magnus is my favorite because it shows her desire to do right but all and that people, as well as spirits, can change. Her relationship with her husband is a little more palatable now but she is keeping some pretty important secrets from him that could jeopardize their entire life together. Kalfu, who is dark is the one that talks out both sides of his mouth and that drives Lexie nuts. This is a series that keeps you on your toes and is a delight to read.

Review: Damned (A Magnus Blackwell Novel Book One)

Review: Bound (A Magnus Blackwell Novel Book Two) 

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Denise B

About the Author:

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Born and raised in New Orleans, Alexandrea Weis grew up in the motion picture industry and began writing at the age of eight. After finishing her Ph.D. in Nursing, Alexandrea decided to pick up the pen again. She has published a number of award-winning novels, and won countless national awards for fiction. A certified/permitted wildlife rehabber with the La. Wildlife and Fisheries, when not writing, Alexandrea rescues orphaned and injured wildlife. She and her husband live in New Orleans.

Lucas Astor is from New York, has resided in Central America and the Middle East, and traveled through Europe. He lives a very private, virtually reclusive lifestyle, preferring to spend time with a close-knit group of friends than be in the spotlight.

He is an author and poet with a penchant for telling stories that delve into the dark side of the human psyche. He likes to explore the evil that exists, not just in the world, but right next door behind a smiling face.

Photography, making wine, and helping endangered species are just some of his interests. Lucas is an expert archer and enjoys jazz, blues, and classical music.

One of his favorite quotes is:  “It’s better to be silent than be a fool.”  ~Harper Lee (To Kill a Mockingbird)

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Book Review: Bound (A Magnus Blackwell Novel Book Two) by Alexandrea Weis with Lucas Astor

Bound (A Magnus Blackwell Novel Book Two)

by Alexandrea Weis with Lucas Astor
April 17, 2018
Genre: Paranormal Suspense/Paranormal Romance
Publisher: Vesuvian Books
ISBN: 978-1944109615
ASIN: B079L1Q1KM
Number of pages: 313
Word Count: 93,000
Cover Artist: Sam Shearon
You can’t escape the darkness

Magnus Blackwell’s past is about to catch up with him.

An evil force has seized New Orleans. Pestilence, suffering, and darkness cloak the city. The citizens are scared and need their mambo to guide them, but Lexie Arden can’t help anyone. A diabolical presence has taken Lexie’s power and severed her ties with the other side.

Magnus Blackwell is fighting demons of his own. Torn between his devotion to Lexie and a spirit from his past, Magnus’s loyalty is put to the test. He must revisit his sins to uncover the key to the hatred ripping the city apart. If he doesn’t, Lexie’s reign as mambo will end.

Their search for answers leads them deep into the darker realms of voodoo—until a desperate Lexie does the unthinkable, and Magnus can do nothing to spare her from her fate.

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New Orleans is under siege by an evil force and darkness is surrounding the city. The members of the voodoo community are scared and want their mambo to help them, but Lexie has lost her power and she isn’t able to connect to the other side. Magnus was not a good man in his life and even though he has changed as a ghost he still has many of his own demons to fight. As Lexie and Magnus try to figure out how to return Lexie’s power and save the city the path they will follow could change them both forever. 

Another well-written book in the Magnus Blackwell series, Bound captures the essence of New Orleans and voodoo in a fascinating light. Lexie is curious, strong-willed and willing to help everyone. Magnus is changing and now has more than his own interests at heart. The history behind the story is fascinating and I enjoyed how it followed reality. Will still did not win over my heart but his character did win some gold stars with me.

5 Sheep review of Damned

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Denise B

About the Author:

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Born and raised in New Orleans, Alexandrea Weis grew up in the motion picture industry and began writing at the age of eight. After finishing her Ph.D. in Nursing, Alexandrea decided to pick up the pen again. She has published a number of award-winning novels, and won countless national awards for fiction. A certified/permitted wildlife rehabber with the La. Wildlife and Fisheries, when not writing, Alexandrea rescues orphaned and injured wildlife. She and her husband live in New Orleans.

Lucas Astor is from New York, has resided in Central America and the Middle East, and traveled through Europe. He lives a very private, virtually reclusive lifestyle, preferring to spend time with a close-knit group of friends than be in the spotlight.

He is an author and poet with a penchant for telling stories that delve into the dark side of the human psyche. He likes to explore the evil that exists, not just in the world, but right next door behind a smiling face.

Photography, making wine, and helping endangered species are just some of his interests. Lucas is an expert archer and enjoys jazz, blues, and classical music.

One of his favorite quotes is:  “It’s better to be silent than be a fool.”  ~Harper Lee (To Kill a Mockingbird)

Damned (A Magnus Blackwell Novel, Book 1) by Alexandrea Weis & Lucas Astor

Damned (A Magnus Blackwell Novel, Book 1)

by Alexandrea Weis & Lucas Astor
October 3, 2017

Pages: 427
SOME MONSTERS NEVER DIE

Over a hundred years after the death of Magnus Blackwell, Altmover Manor sits abandoned.

Lexie Arden and her fiancé, Will Bennet, are determined to rescue the neglected Mount Desert Island landmark. They want to make Altmover Manor their home. But Magnus has other plans.

A spirit bound to his former residence, Magnus finds himself inexplicably drawn to the young woman. She has a supernatural gift; a gift Magnus wants to exploit.

As Lexie and Will settle in, secrets from Magnus’s past begin to surface. Compelled to learn all she can about the former owner, Lexie becomes immersed in a world of voodoo, curses, and the whereabouts of a mysterious dragon cane.

Magnus’s crimes won’t be so easily forgotten, and what Lexie unearths is going to change the future … for everyone.

I was blown away by the writing in this book. The characters were well developed and easy to visualize, the story was detailed with a clear beginning, middle, and end. The story was original, unique and amazing.

Lexie is a pure-hearted woman who wants to believe the best in everyone. Will, her fiance’ buys a home in Maine that needs lots of work and she moves from Boston with him to begin the process. The minute she sees the manor her gift comes to life. She has always known she has special gifts but the events in her life are about to prove to her and others just how strong her gift really is. Lexie is special. You can tell from the moment you meet her. She is one of those people that you want to be friends with because you know she will be there, no matter what.

Magnus is a hundred-plus-year-old spirit who haunts his abandoned house, Altmover Manor. When Magnus meets Lexie he is drawn to her and feels her power. He believes he can use her to gain the one thing he wants most. Magnus was fantastic. You knew that he had dark secrets and seemed to have a personal agenda but you wanted to like him anyway. Even when all his secrets are revealed it was hard to hate him.

Will was not a character I liked. I didn’t trust him and could not see how they could possibly have a happy marriage. He is controlling and I kept thinking that he was going to betray Lexie around every corner. I am also not a fan of the term “baby” so that didn’t help his case any. Towards the end, I started to thaw slightly, so time will tell if he can win me over in the next book.

If you are looking for a well-written story that is not lacking in imagination, complexity or romance check out this series.

Getting 5 sheep

Denise B

About the Author:
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Born and raised in New Orleans, Alexandrea Weis grew up in the motion picture industry and began writing at the age of eight. After finishing her Ph.D. in Nursing, Alexandrea decided to pick up the pen again. She has published a number of award-winning novels, and won countless national awards for fiction. A certified/permitted wildlife rehabber with the La. Wildlife and Fisheries, when not writing, Alexandrea rescues orphaned and injured wildlife. She and her husband live in New Orleans.