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Blood Magic #3
The Witch Hunter
Is there ever a good time to face an old enemy?
Everyone knows that witches have a flair for melodrama, and Jax has enough to deal with, without babysitting her old arch-rival, Isadora Crowe. But when the StarDust Coven bodies start showing up, Jax begins to believe that the High Priestess’s jeopardy is real.
To add to the detective wizard’s unease, the band of Hammerskins are becoming more ruthless by the day. It’s just a matter of time before they seize power and raze the Realm.
There’s also a brand new magical drug on the market. It’s dangerous, highly addictive, and may be manufactured by vampires. But why? And what is their plan?
Jax’s investigating will push her past every hard limit, including an encounter with a charming vampire she’d do anything to forget.
Dodging savage orcs and wrecking vampire plans, Jax has to race to save Crowe. She finds herself caught in The Witch Hunter’s crosshairs.
When it comes to witches, though, nothing is ever quite as it seems.
A breakneck-paced mix of urban fantasy, irreverent humor, and detective noir.
Fans of The Dresden Files and Jessica Jones will burn through this addictive urban fantasy series.
Get it now.
Stay up all night with USA Today bestselling author and Kindle All-Star JT Lawrence.
Everyone knows that witches have a flair for melodrama, and Jax has enough to deal with, without babysitting her old arch-rival, Isadora Crowe. But when the StarDust Coven bodies start showing up, Jax begins to believe that the High Priestess’s jeopardy is real.
To add to the detective wizard’s unease, the band of Hammerskins are becoming more ruthless by the day. It’s just a matter of time before they seize power and raze the Realm.
There’s also a brand new magical drug on the market. It’s dangerous, highly addictive, and may be manufactured by vampires. But why? And what is their plan?
Jax’s investigating will push her past every hard limit, including an encounter with a charming vampire she’d do anything to forget.
Dodging savage orcs and wrecking vampire plans, Jax has to race to save Crowe. She finds herself caught in The Witch Hunter’s crosshairs.
When it comes to witches, though, nothing is ever quite as it seems.
A breakneck-paced mix of urban fantasy, irreverent humor, and detective noir.
Fans of The Dresden Files and Jessica Jones will burn through this addictive urban fantasy series.
Get it now.
Stay up all night with USA Today bestselling author and Kindle All-Star JT Lawrence.
226 pages, Kindle Edition
First published December 14, 2018
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September 24, 2019
3.5 stars
January 2, 2019
One of the finest writers in the fantasy genre currently out there, JT Lawrence has it all: a fast-paced page-turner, witty and punny yet full of emotion, wonderfully drawn characters who you really care about and a genius when it comes to descriptive writing. The story is based partly in a modern Johannesburg, partly in a parallel magical version of that city, all of which serves to make it all the more realistic. But do make sure to read the first two books in the series first!
November 1, 2019
Another great instalment of the Blood Magic series! I have to start the next one to find out what is going on with Darick!
February 3, 2021
Aaaaauuuuuuuugh! How could you end it like that?!? No! And I need sleep too. Bloody brilliant I say.
October 9, 2019
So if unsolved Vampire Cultists' obsession with her, a still absent magical artifacts, an unconscious mystery man, an apprentice with buttons for eyes, and the political unrest of the Realms wasn't enough for Jax, now she's got to be reunited with someone she'd rather forget. Izzy Crowe, witch coven leader and former mean girl from paranormal boarding school needs help after receiving a death threat. And then there's the new drug in town causing chaos that has a whiff of something distinctly magical about it...
I had hoped that this would be the installment where we finally learned something about the Copperfield Institute and Jax's difficult past related to it considering it involves one of her old school frenemies. Sadly this is all glossed over with the good ol' ex-prankster/bully stories without any detail. There's still not a great deal of character development for side characters or Jax. At least she's not inexplicably whining about wanting to know more about her family anymore - that was out of step with her supposed tough-as-DMs persona (also she has her own memories, so how come she's never looked for herself if she's so desperate, had a hotline to The Council, and is such an amazing PI?) She does seem to have gotten more illogical in her actions.
Jax doesn't spend enough time interacting with anyone but her own inner monologue, so relationships remain superficial tell-not-show affairs. I expected more frisson between her and Izzy, but nothing much happens. I feel bad for the characters who are off-screened; poor old Liz who only got half a chapter of appearance in book 2 has been relegated to recounting rather than actually surprising Jax as events happen. Darick's more or less a no-show and all I know of Bron is he's a shifter-boy who has buttons for eyes (makes me think of Coraline even if that's not the literal idea).
We pick up straight after the events for book 3, but again the plot-lines feel simultaneously spread too thinly and like there's too much going on all at once. Scenes hops from one strand to another meaning nothing feels overly satisfying. I'm glad the central mini-mystery got resolved in a good way, but all those other bits floating around diluted the story down.
Also the writing is still choppy. Descriptions remain vague. Events are repeated (for example a burst eardrum self-diagnosed, then five minutes later Jax is surprised to self-diagnose herself with it once again). The hop between past and present tenses is a lot more frequent than in previous books and doesn't make a lot of sense stylistically. Jax's thoughts are sometimes just long rambles, but other times highlighted in italics; one style or the other would have flowed much better.
It's breezy enough if you don't mind the written for TV style, but I really wish we could get some answers about all this "mysterious" stuff; pasts, politics, magic... Half way through the series and things aren't very clear yet.
-Read as part of the Blood Magic Box Set-
I had hoped that this would be the installment where we finally learned something about the Copperfield Institute and Jax's difficult past related to it considering it involves one of her old school frenemies. Sadly this is all glossed over with the good ol' ex-prankster/bully stories without any detail. There's still not a great deal of character development for side characters or Jax. At least she's not inexplicably whining about wanting to know more about her family anymore - that was out of step with her supposed tough-as-DMs persona (also she has her own memories, so how come she's never looked for herself if she's so desperate, had a hotline to The Council, and is such an amazing PI?) She does seem to have gotten more illogical in her actions.
Jax doesn't spend enough time interacting with anyone but her own inner monologue, so relationships remain superficial tell-not-show affairs. I expected more frisson between her and Izzy, but nothing much happens. I feel bad for the characters who are off-screened; poor old Liz who only got half a chapter of appearance in book 2 has been relegated to recounting rather than actually surprising Jax as events happen. Darick's more or less a no-show and all I know of Bron is he's a shifter-boy who has buttons for eyes (makes me think of Coraline even if that's not the literal idea).
We pick up straight after the events for book 3, but again the plot-lines feel simultaneously spread too thinly and like there's too much going on all at once. Scenes hops from one strand to another meaning nothing feels overly satisfying. I'm glad the central mini-mystery got resolved in a good way, but all those other bits floating around diluted the story down.
Also the writing is still choppy. Descriptions remain vague. Events are repeated (for example a burst eardrum self-diagnosed, then five minutes later Jax is surprised to self-diagnose herself with it once again). The hop between past and present tenses is a lot more frequent than in previous books and doesn't make a lot of sense stylistically. Jax's thoughts are sometimes just long rambles, but other times highlighted in italics; one style or the other would have flowed much better.
It's breezy enough if you don't mind the written for TV style, but I really wish we could get some answers about all this "mysterious" stuff; pasts, politics, magic... Half way through the series and things aren't very clear yet.
-Read as part of the Blood Magic Box Set-
January 2, 2019
I absolutely love this series!!! The story just keeps developing and just when you think Jax has been through enough, another wave hits. The story is captivating and the characters are relatable.
In the Witch Hunter, Jax has her world turned upside down (again) when and old enemy is in need but encounters another issue (which cannot be discussed for spoiler reasons) - she is thrown into all sorts of nose breaking situations and comes out on top.
I simply cannot wait for more! Paperbacks need to be had!
Have I mentioned how awesome the cover art is? They are absolutely stunning!
Well done to JT Lawrence (and team) for completeing her goal of writing 6 books in 6 months!
In the Witch Hunter, Jax has her world turned upside down (again) when and old enemy is in need but encounters another issue (which cannot be discussed for spoiler reasons) - she is thrown into all sorts of nose breaking situations and comes out on top.
I simply cannot wait for more! Paperbacks need to be had!
Have I mentioned how awesome the cover art is? They are absolutely stunning!
Well done to JT Lawrence (and team) for completeing her goal of writing 6 books in 6 months!
January 25, 2019
ONE ADDICTING READ!!!
Wow. Man, talk about thrilling. Lawrence totally rocks this bad boy to the core, no ifs, ands or buts about it. All the drama, uncertainty, fear, danger and suspense increases while tension spirals. Action packed, fast paced, hard hitting, pulse racing, nailbitng, page turning delight that's as riveting as it is captivating. Twists and turns abound with unexpected circumstances that make for one thrilling experience. The characters and scenes are written with such realism it really pulls this little guy with together flawlessly. Lawrence does an outstanding job bringing this read to life. Fantastic job Lawrence, thanks for sharing this little guy with us.
Wow. Man, talk about thrilling. Lawrence totally rocks this bad boy to the core, no ifs, ands or buts about it. All the drama, uncertainty, fear, danger and suspense increases while tension spirals. Action packed, fast paced, hard hitting, pulse racing, nailbitng, page turning delight that's as riveting as it is captivating. Twists and turns abound with unexpected circumstances that make for one thrilling experience. The characters and scenes are written with such realism it really pulls this little guy with together flawlessly. Lawrence does an outstanding job bringing this read to life. Fantastic job Lawrence, thanks for sharing this little guy with us.
December 9, 2022
I do really enjoy this author and this series, however this is another book in the series with so much going on and multiple subplots. Then even more subplots are added by making enemies, a friend goes missing (which she does nothing about), drugs and finding a witch hunter.
With so much going on the main plot is getting lost and the reader struggles to focus and remember, especially when it jumps from plot to plot or forgets plots such as the murders (making it a slightly pointless plot).
Saying this the characters and the world are fun. They are not long reads and I do intent to continue the series.
With so much going on the main plot is getting lost and the reader struggles to focus and remember, especially when it jumps from plot to plot or forgets plots such as the murders (making it a slightly pointless plot).
Saying this the characters and the world are fun. They are not long reads and I do intent to continue the series.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
May 4, 2021
This is definitely worth the wait, I'm really glad I waited until the full series was out and I was in the correct mood for this genre.
I have been flying through the books and can't wait to get to the next one.
I love the fact that there is a larger plot still going throughout the whole series, and I hope it gets solved, but each book has it's own plot and those are gripping and keep you wanting more.
The narrator also does and excellent job, her voice really breathes life into the story as well.
I have been flying through the books and can't wait to get to the next one.
I love the fact that there is a larger plot still going throughout the whole series, and I hope it gets solved, but each book has it's own plot and those are gripping and keep you wanting more.
The narrator also does and excellent job, her voice really breathes life into the story as well.
June 7, 2023
The furious pace of these books is at an all time high and I am SO WORRIED about what’s going to happen. I get mad when books spoon feed me answers that the protagonist doesn’t know. But in this case, while I can see big plot points ahead, I am clueless as to the where’s and why’s of it, so am on the edge of my seat. I love that the protagonist is a lady wizard who is super powerful and has all the spells. The dream!
January 25, 2025
The writing and the action are picking up. It has taken three books but now I can’t wait to start the next. Will there ever be a relationship between Jax and Darrick aside from the fantasy? How does Lasender factor into the relationship. I’m happy to finally see Jax saving herself and learning new spells. Has Lou been stationed to keep an eye on Jax? What are her secrets? So many exciting things happening.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
May 8, 2020
Another action-packed but pretty depressing book in the Blood Magic series! My only regret is there are no light-hearted scenes in this book in particular and they are few and far between in the series. I think it's overall too depressing. It would be a better series if poor Jax had a bit of a break at times and could finally get two-steps ahead rather than always falling short.
June 1, 2020
Great paranormal
Jax’s bad week continues. She gets two new cases, one related to a new drug that traces back to the Silvano clan and the other a death threat made to a former classmate. Meanwhile Nilve disappears and she still needs to find the serial killer. Poor girl never gets to sleep.
Jax’s bad week continues. She gets two new cases, one related to a new drug that traces back to the Silvano clan and the other a death threat made to a former classmate. Meanwhile Nilve disappears and she still needs to find the serial killer. Poor girl never gets to sleep.
June 23, 2020
I received this book free for an honest review.
Whilst trying to save her enemy from school from a psycho witch hunter Jax has to fight off Vampires and Orcs as well.
Life never goes to plan for Jax I just love how she shoulders it all and gets on with what’s thrown at her .
Roshina is perfect at the narration as usual and I love that her English accent sounds like it should.
Whilst trying to save her enemy from school from a psycho witch hunter Jax has to fight off Vampires and Orcs as well.
Life never goes to plan for Jax I just love how she shoulders it all and gets on with what’s thrown at her .
Roshina is perfect at the narration as usual and I love that her English accent sounds like it should.
December 14, 2020
3.5 stars
I am motoring through this series. There is so much going on that each chapter flies by. A whole book later and then I realise we still don't know what Darick was about to confess at the end of book 2. I guess I'll just have to keep reading. And that last scene at the church definitely had a girl-power-super-hero-team feel about it :-)
I am motoring through this series. There is so much going on that each chapter flies by. A whole book later and then I realise we still don't know what Darick was about to confess at the end of book 2. I guess I'll just have to keep reading. And that last scene at the church definitely had a girl-power-super-hero-team feel about it :-)
April 17, 2021
Another great instalment of the series, where Jax must attempt to save others by catching bad guys.
There's plenty of action alongside thoughts and feelings, which give extra depth to her character. I like the humour, too.
No spoilers from me.
I'm now reading #4 from the boxset.
Recommended.
There's plenty of action alongside thoughts and feelings, which give extra depth to her character. I like the humour, too.
No spoilers from me.
I'm now reading #4 from the boxset.
Recommended.
July 6, 2019
Another Action Filled Read
Awesome characters and world building. Vampires, Ogres, and witches, oh my. There are layers and layers of mystery, plots, and danger in this series. Excellent Read.
Awesome characters and world building. Vampires, Ogres, and witches, oh my. There are layers and layers of mystery, plots, and danger in this series. Excellent Read.
July 11, 2020
The story continues with Jax having to help a childhood bully. She’s better than me because I wouldn’t have helped my nemesis.
It was a good story. The narrator has a wonderful voice and keeps you engaged in the story. On to the next one!
It was a good story. The narrator has a wonderful voice and keeps you engaged in the story. On to the next one!
July 4, 2022
Great! Jax gets sucked in to finding a witch hunter while still working on her other cases and training her new apprentice. Greater happenings are becoming more foreboding. Looking forward to finding out more.
December 10, 2025
Love, love, love the whole Blood Magic Series -
Second trime reading them as I read the Cursebreaker series and just had to go back and re-read the Blood Magic series. Such depth to all the characters - I have to force myself to stop reading and go to sleep,
Second trime reading them as I read the Cursebreaker series and just had to go back and re-read the Blood Magic series. Such depth to all the characters - I have to force myself to stop reading and go to sleep,
January 21, 2019
Aaahhh
So good! Need the next book stat! I have to know what is going on!! Read this series. Seriously. You won't regret it.
So good! Need the next book stat! I have to know what is going on!! Read this series. Seriously. You won't regret it.
December 22, 2024
The Witch Hunter was non-stop action with Jax on the hunt for a witch hunter along with dodging orcs and vampires. I absolutely love this book and read it one day. Can’t wait to read the next book!
March 12, 2025
The story is there, but the writing is sub par.
May 20, 2020
Book 3 continues along the lines seen in Book 2, with many of the same pros and cons. The plot just seems to like a clear direction at times and the story has a hard time pulling all of the threads together by the end. What started out as a little different and interesting just never realised its potential after 3 tilts at it and I can't find anything there to pull me into the next book.
I was given this free review copy audiobook at my request and have voluntarily left this review.
I was given this free review copy audiobook at my request and have voluntarily left this review.
February 1, 2025
WOW!
Really enjoying this series. I’m a little miffed at the cliffhanger ending of this one. I mean the author has a great series so far, they didn’t need to use a chicken shxx ending.
Really enjoying this series. I’m a little miffed at the cliffhanger ending of this one. I mean the author has a great series so far, they didn’t need to use a chicken shxx ending.
April 7, 2025
cliffhangers might kill me, but fun!
Fun, well written. Blazing my way through the series as I am throughly enjoying it. Smart, well written, some typical plot cliches but still has fun twists. Very slow burn romance, they haven’t even kissed yet.
Fun, well written. Blazing my way through the series as I am throughly enjoying it. Smart, well written, some typical plot cliches but still has fun twists. Very slow burn romance, they haven’t even kissed yet.
August 8, 2025
Serie wird immer interessanter. Mein persönliches Manko ist das der Übersetzer manchmal aus dem Motorrad ein Fahrrad macht- und das konsequent seit Buch eins.
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