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Sapphire Flames by Ilona Andrews Narrator: Emily Rankin
Series: Hidden Legacy #4
Published by HarperAudio on August 27, 2019
Genres: Fantasy Romance, Paranormal Romance, Urban Fantasy, Mystery
Length: 12 hours and 32 minutes
Format: Audiobook, eBook, Paperback
Source: Bought
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In a world where magic is the key to power and wealth, Catalina Baylor is a Prime, the highest rank of magic user, and the Head of her House. Catalina has always been afraid to use her unique powers, but when her friend’s mother and sister are murdered, Catalina risks her reputation and safety to unravel the mystery.
But behind the scenes powerful forces are at work, and one of them is Alessandro Sagredo, the Italian Prime who was once Catalina’s teenage crush. Dangerous and unpredictable, Alessandro’s true motives are unclear, but he’s drawn to Catalina like a moth to a flame.
To help her friend, Catalina must test the limits of her extraordinary powers, but doing so may cost her both her House–and her heart.
Also in this series: Burn for Me, White Hot, Wildfire, Diamond Fire, Emerald Blaze, Ruby Fever
I love diving into an Andrews novel. I can always expect to feel a verity of emotions. To be sucked into the story and swept away.
When we start, Sapphire Flames, 3 years have passed since the Baylor family came out as a house. Their safety buffer is coming to an end.
We meet up with Runa who we’ve seen briefly in a another novel. Her mother and sister are found dead and Runa has deiced to hire the Baylor family to find the killer. This case becomes much more complex then expected and Catalina has to face many dangers and choices.
Catalina is now 21, a Prime, and head of the Baylor House since her sister’s nuptials. I enjoyed Catalina and her tack charge attitude. She has to manage a lot in Sapphire Flames. She’s strong, independent, selfless, determined and brave. She handled herself well and proved to be a worthy adversary. We see a significant growth with Catalina from when we first meet her as the shy quiet type to the head of a House.
Alessandro Sagredo swoops in when Catalina finds herself in danger. He appears to be one thing, but he’s something else. He plays the pretty boy, but there are so many layers to him that I cannot wait to peel each one away.
These two have a wonderful back-and-forth banter full of snark and sparks. Although there was a hint of romance, it was not an integral part of the plot. The focus was on solving a crime and putting an end to a network of assassins.
The story moves along quickly. The double-murder mysteries are intriguing and our ending leaves you wondering what will come next. The wording-building is extraordinary and the surprises will shock you. Their is much much more going on then we know.
I was hooked from the first word and couldn’t stop until the end. I can’t wait for the next novel. Sapphire Flames can be read as a standalone in that the Andrews Team provides sufficient background information, but I’d recommend reading the series in order.
Narration: Emily Rankin did a wonderful job. Her voices are comfortable and distinctive. I enjoyed her performance of Bug and Alessandro. I felt for Catalina; because Rankin vividly brings out her emotions and makes you feel for her. I’d recommend the audio.
Rated: 4.5 Stars
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Challenges(s):
- 2019 New Releases
- 2019 Audiobook
About Ilona Andrews
“Ilona Andrews” is the pseudonym for a husband-and-wife writing team. Ilona is a native-born Russian and Gordon is a former communications sergeant in the U.S. Army. Contrary to popular belief, Gordon was never an intelligence officer with a license to kill, and Ilona was never the mysterious Russian spy who seduced him. They met in college, in English Composition 101, where Ilona got a better grade. (Gordon is still sore about that.)
Gordon and Ilona currently reside in Texas with their two children and many dogs and cats.
They have co-authored several bestselling series, including the #1 NYT bestselling urban fantasy of Kate Daniels, rustic fantasy of the Edge, paranormal romance of Hidden Legacy, and Innkeeper Chronicles, which they post as a free weekly serial. For complete list of their books, fun extras, and Innkeeper installments, please visit their website at Ilona-andrews.com.
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I hope you enjoy the audio. I really loved listening and can’t wait for the next installment.
Yea!! I’ve read this one, but still haven’t listened to it. I’m planning on my listen over the winter. Such a great series. Thanks for the review.
Thank you! Can’t wait for the next novel.
I loved this too. You are spot on about Alessandro and all his layers. Fantastic review!
Hope your library has them and you enjoy! Andrews are always fun to read and revisit. ^_^
This is their only series I don’t listen to on audio and I am so happy you love them as well! Excellent review!
I think you’d like the audios for the Hidden Legacy series. I’m enjoying both reading and listening to the Andrews stories. Thank’s for visiting!
I had a really good time with this one as well!
I caught your review on this one. ^_^ Thank’s for visiting!
i have seen ilona’s books around a lot and it seems most peope really enjoy them. your review is another in the plus column. i’m looking for some library books, so maybe she’s an author i could sink my teeth into also
Loved this one too! Can’t wait for more of these characters!
I’m curious to see where things go. Andrews always give me an exciting and fun time. Thank’s for visiting!