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A Touch of Ink #1
'Ink it Over
"With delicious characters and a story that kept me turning the pages, I can't recommend Rachel Rawlings enough. She will have you either laughing or falling in love in no time. Probably both!"--NY Times Bestselling Author Darynda JonesAdeline Severance leads a dangerous, magical double life.Tattoo artist by day and warding witch by night, Adeline uses magical inks, a tattoo machine, and the help of her best friend Lars to permanently imbue spells of protection onto her clients. Thanks to the Magistrate's greed and failure to protect its citizens, her services were in high demand.
But when Nicholas Marks walks through the door of her tattoo studio looking for an appointment, one of Adeline's wards isn't the only thing he's after. Forced into working for the Magistrate, he's been tasked with bringing her in.
With her cover story blown, Adeline has two Run as far and as fast as she can, or stay and fight. Though she’s not ready to give up the only life she’s ever known, putting her trust in a traitor may end up being the worst decision she's ever made.
Fans of The Hollows Series, Charmed and The Craft are sure to devour this series from Rachel Rawlings.
Buy ‘Ink It Over to start a magic and mayhem filled adventure today!
But when Nicholas Marks walks through the door of her tattoo studio looking for an appointment, one of Adeline's wards isn't the only thing he's after. Forced into working for the Magistrate, he's been tasked with bringing her in.
With her cover story blown, Adeline has two Run as far and as fast as she can, or stay and fight. Though she’s not ready to give up the only life she’s ever known, putting her trust in a traitor may end up being the worst decision she's ever made.
Fans of The Hollows Series, Charmed and The Craft are sure to devour this series from Rachel Rawlings.
Buy ‘Ink It Over to start a magic and mayhem filled adventure today!
224 pages, Kindle Edition
First published November 1, 2018
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30 books368 followersUSA Today Bestselling author Rachel Rawlings is just an East Coast girl trying to survive the heat and humidity in the South, surrounded by four mini-pigs, four goats, twelve ducks, too many chickens, and four humans. When she isn't writing Urban Fantasy or Paranormal Romance she can be found with her nose in a book and a cup of coffee nearby. There may or may not be cookies.
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January 17, 2020
Tattoos and magic? Yes please!
Adeline is the last of her kind. Warders have been outlawed. The magistrate is after her but she’s not going without a fight.
From the start, I was hooked. This story is full of magic and action. Add in a strong female with some attitude and you have yourself a par-tay! I love Adeline. She’s tough and witty. I love how the majority of the action scenes are done with magic and spells. Nice touch Miss Rawlings. Both the story and characters are well developed. This is an engaging and entertaining read! I can’t wait to read more. I give this 5 stars.
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Adeline is the last of her kind. Warders have been outlawed. The magistrate is after her but she’s not going without a fight.
From the start, I was hooked. This story is full of magic and action. Add in a strong female with some attitude and you have yourself a par-tay! I love Adeline. She’s tough and witty. I love how the majority of the action scenes are done with magic and spells. Nice touch Miss Rawlings. Both the story and characters are well developed. This is an engaging and entertaining read! I can’t wait to read more. I give this 5 stars.
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May 10, 2019
The concept itself is phenomenal, and the characters are entertaining, especially Adeline who has a lot of sass and personality...
Read full review in the 2019 May issue of InD'tale Magazine.
Read full review in the 2019 May issue of InD'tale Magazine.
June 10, 2020
I received a copy of this book through Booksprout, but this review is my honest, voluntary one!
I thoroughly enjoyed this book - what's not to love about it? Tattoos, witches, secret magic, lost orphan made good, blackmail, fighting for your life, self-sacrifice and hidden apartments!
Adeline "Del" Severance is a tattoo artist by day and a secret Warder, a type of witch who can magically tattoo and hide the powers of others, so they remain hidden from the ever watchful eye of the Magistrate. Warders have been all but wiped out of existence by the Magistrate, the council who claim to protect its citizens from evil magic doers! Yeah right!
When Nicholas Marks wanders in to Del's tattoo store with a dodgy business card, Del and her business partner and best friend Lars know something's not right and maybe, just maybe, now is the time to get the hell out of Dodge! Unfortunately, they leave things a bit too late and Nicholas ends up causing them more trouble than they ever hoped for. Now they definitely are on the Magistrate's radar and have some major life changing decisions to make. Do they run or do they fight?!
I really enjoyed Del - she was snarky, sarcastic, loyal and constantly surprising. Lars was great as the supportive big brother role. Nicholas, I'm not sure of yet - he's proven that he can be trusted, yet at the same time has so many secrets that creep out here and there. This book was definitely hard to put down. The gang were constantly running from bad situation to bad situation and while that would have made me give up so easily, they never did. They constantly plowed on, regardless of how tired they were or how rough they were feeling. Del and Lars were a great partnership and I think, possibly, Nicholas might be a good addition too, but time will tell with him.
I can't wait to read the next book in this series now as the cliffhanger has definitely left me wanting more!
I thoroughly enjoyed this book - what's not to love about it? Tattoos, witches, secret magic, lost orphan made good, blackmail, fighting for your life, self-sacrifice and hidden apartments!
Adeline "Del" Severance is a tattoo artist by day and a secret Warder, a type of witch who can magically tattoo and hide the powers of others, so they remain hidden from the ever watchful eye of the Magistrate. Warders have been all but wiped out of existence by the Magistrate, the council who claim to protect its citizens from evil magic doers! Yeah right!
When Nicholas Marks wanders in to Del's tattoo store with a dodgy business card, Del and her business partner and best friend Lars know something's not right and maybe, just maybe, now is the time to get the hell out of Dodge! Unfortunately, they leave things a bit too late and Nicholas ends up causing them more trouble than they ever hoped for. Now they definitely are on the Magistrate's radar and have some major life changing decisions to make. Do they run or do they fight?!
I really enjoyed Del - she was snarky, sarcastic, loyal and constantly surprising. Lars was great as the supportive big brother role. Nicholas, I'm not sure of yet - he's proven that he can be trusted, yet at the same time has so many secrets that creep out here and there. This book was definitely hard to put down. The gang were constantly running from bad situation to bad situation and while that would have made me give up so easily, they never did. They constantly plowed on, regardless of how tired they were or how rough they were feeling. Del and Lars were a great partnership and I think, possibly, Nicholas might be a good addition too, but time will tell with him.
I can't wait to read the next book in this series now as the cliffhanger has definitely left me wanting more!
July 29, 2020
Magic, Murder and Meyhem! Oh My!!
Rachel Rawlings creative mind has entertained me once again! Not new to this literary maven, I am sad I waited so long to read and review Ink It Over! Once I began reading, I didn't or rather couldn't put this first book in the series starter down.
In this book, our main character, Adelaide does her magic in a tattoo shop called SOMETHING TO INK ABOUT. How you ask? Very simply by spellbinding the ink etched in her subjects body. Peotecting them from harm.
In walks danger in the form of a male named Nicholas Marks. With him Adelaide's days of being a well hidden magic weilder is no more. Take it from me, this urban fantasy novel is fun, unique and entertaining.
Fans of Holly Black, Melissa Marr and Darynda Jones will enjoy every second of the read!
5 Stars and a tip of my Nerd Girl Hat!
*This book has been done in conjunctjon with Nerd Girl Official Book Blog. For more review information please feel free to email is at NerdGirlGeneral@gmail.com
Rachel Rawlings creative mind has entertained me once again! Not new to this literary maven, I am sad I waited so long to read and review Ink It Over! Once I began reading, I didn't or rather couldn't put this first book in the series starter down.
In this book, our main character, Adelaide does her magic in a tattoo shop called SOMETHING TO INK ABOUT. How you ask? Very simply by spellbinding the ink etched in her subjects body. Peotecting them from harm.
In walks danger in the form of a male named Nicholas Marks. With him Adelaide's days of being a well hidden magic weilder is no more. Take it from me, this urban fantasy novel is fun, unique and entertaining.
Fans of Holly Black, Melissa Marr and Darynda Jones will enjoy every second of the read!
5 Stars and a tip of my Nerd Girl Hat!
*This book has been done in conjunctjon with Nerd Girl Official Book Blog. For more review information please feel free to email is at NerdGirlGeneral@gmail.com
November 30, 2018
I received an advanced/review copy of this book. This does not affect my opinion of the book or the content and honesty of my review.
This was a fun, unique, and intriguing read. I genuinely enjoyed the story and the characters and I absolutely loved that she was a tattoo artist. The mix of magic and art was such a cool combination and it made for a very interesting heroine who was not only totally badass but had a heart of gold and was at the same time, quite vulnerable. Honestly, it was just a great book and I'm definitely looking forward to the next installment!
If you'd like to read my full review, check it out here: Alated Bibliophile's Review of "'Ink It Over"
This was a fun, unique, and intriguing read. I genuinely enjoyed the story and the characters and I absolutely loved that she was a tattoo artist. The mix of magic and art was such a cool combination and it made for a very interesting heroine who was not only totally badass but had a heart of gold and was at the same time, quite vulnerable. Honestly, it was just a great book and I'm definitely looking forward to the next installment!
If you'd like to read my full review, check it out here: Alated Bibliophile's Review of "'Ink It Over"
February 24, 2020
An action filled paranormal themed urban fantasy read
Del, a tattoo artist and witch hiding her powers, risks discovery every time she decides to help another witch with problems. As the story progresses help comes with a catch, danger lurks around every corner, and a heavy price may be paid. Rachel Rawlings’ first book in her A Touch of Ink series is an action filled paranormal themed urban fantasy read with a slight romantic undertone. I really like what Ms. Rawlings has started here and look forward to reading more from her.
I read this book with my Kindle Unlimited subscription and I received a free copy of the book from the author via Booksprout. I had the opportunity to review or not.
Del, a tattoo artist and witch hiding her powers, risks discovery every time she decides to help another witch with problems. As the story progresses help comes with a catch, danger lurks around every corner, and a heavy price may be paid. Rachel Rawlings’ first book in her A Touch of Ink series is an action filled paranormal themed urban fantasy read with a slight romantic undertone. I really like what Ms. Rawlings has started here and look forward to reading more from her.
I read this book with my Kindle Unlimited subscription and I received a free copy of the book from the author via Booksprout. I had the opportunity to review or not.
May 20, 2020
Her magic can only mean death!
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I really enjoyed this book. The plot twists plus the danger and excitement made it impossible for me to put the book down once I picked it up. Something To Ink about is more than just a tattoo shop. It is also a place for Adeline Severance to practice her skills as a Warder while trying to stay under the radar of the Magistrate. But traps have been set, and traps are sprung, and before Adeline and her ""big brother" Lars know it they are running for their lives. Rachel Rawling creates an imaginative world that intertwines with the mundane world the rest of us live in. I received an advance copy but my review is honest and voluntary. This is the only book I have read in this series and now I definitely want to read the others. A great series starter!
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I really enjoyed this book. The plot twists plus the danger and excitement made it impossible for me to put the book down once I picked it up. Something To Ink about is more than just a tattoo shop. It is also a place for Adeline Severance to practice her skills as a Warder while trying to stay under the radar of the Magistrate. But traps have been set, and traps are sprung, and before Adeline and her ""big brother" Lars know it they are running for their lives. Rachel Rawling creates an imaginative world that intertwines with the mundane world the rest of us live in. I received an advance copy but my review is honest and voluntary. This is the only book I have read in this series and now I definitely want to read the others. A great series starter!
February 3, 2020
Del is a tattoo artist by day with a secret job at night as a warder that has the Magistrate of witches after her. Even though she is protecting other powerful witches that are flying under the radar of the magistrate and technically they should be protecting the witches. But instead the Magistrate is killing off all the warders. Del and her protector Lars have to team up with Nicolas who essentially works for the Magistrate in a roundabout way but has asked them to trust him. Well I guess we will have to see about that.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
June 6, 2020
The story starts with a bang and I love the characters and world that the author created. They are very strong, really enjoy the parallel lines with the normal world and she does not skip at giving good descriptions. Exciting action scenes are followed by funny interludes and details. As an avid coffee drinking tattoo fan, I loved the accurate descriptions of the main character. She made me laugh out loud with some of the funny scenes. In short, I highly recommend reading this book and I cannot wait to see how the story continues.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
January 16, 2019
I loved this story it’s about a new age witch who is a tattoo artist by day and a warding Witch by night, Adeline is the last of her kind thanks to the magistrate who killed others just like her. Adeline tattoos protection spells on her clients but now her cover has been blown and the magistrate is after her, her friend Lars tells her to run or stay and fight but the problem is that a man named Nicholas and he is being forced by the magistrate to bring Adeline in. This is a fantastic story I enjoyed it immensely and I highly recommend this book it’s definitely well worth the read.
January 20, 2019
Note: I received this book from the author and I voluntarily give this review, it is my honest opinion.
Within our normal world is a magical one, Adeline is a tattoo artists by day and at night is on the magistrate most wanted list because she is a warder. Adeline can tattoo magical protection on a witch, she can basically put her will into a very witch's being. The magistrate is the witching society's government, they were suppose to help witches, protect and guide them but the magistrate has turned into a crime syndicate. They control everything, collect money and most importantly kill warders. When a job goes sideways and Nicholas Marks shows up Adeline's luck may have just run out.
Ink it Over by Rachel Rawlings was a fun, quick read. The magical world was interesting, just the fact that there are magic tattoos is a cool idea. I love tattoos and a paranormal book that has tattooing as an element is pretty cool. The witching world that Rachel has built was interesting and could have so many possibilities especially when a corrupt organization is involved.
Rachel's characters aren't to bad either, Adeline is a fun character. She is stubborn to a fault, a feisty smart-ass who does what she wants and tries even when she knows it's gonna be a bad idea. Adeline is the survivor character she has been through a lot and that means when she lets people in they are everything to her and it also makes her they type of person who is willing to help people.
Lars is Adeline's brother / business partner / protector, he is a big part of who she is and the only family she has left. The banter between these two is great, they go back and forth and Lars usually let Adeline get her way, you can tell how much they love each other and have each others back.
There isn't really any romance in this book, Nicholas is an obvious love interest but nothing is really going on with him. He is an interesting character, with a complicated past and he has a little mystery going on so points for him but this book is basically them getting introduced to each other.
I wish that Rachel had built more on the witching world, delved more into the spells/magic and other types of witches that exists. The magistrate is the big bad but I still don't know too much about them and I want to know more about Lars, he is an interesting person and his past is a totally mystery. However since this is the first book in the Touch of Ink series I am sure that Rachel will address more of these as the series go on.
Ink it Over was a quirky and fun read that is full of magic, action, danger and mystery. I enjoyed the characters and overall story. I am interested to see what Adeline will do next because the danger isn't over with yet.
Within our normal world is a magical one, Adeline is a tattoo artists by day and at night is on the magistrate most wanted list because she is a warder. Adeline can tattoo magical protection on a witch, she can basically put her will into a very witch's being. The magistrate is the witching society's government, they were suppose to help witches, protect and guide them but the magistrate has turned into a crime syndicate. They control everything, collect money and most importantly kill warders. When a job goes sideways and Nicholas Marks shows up Adeline's luck may have just run out.
Ink it Over by Rachel Rawlings was a fun, quick read. The magical world was interesting, just the fact that there are magic tattoos is a cool idea. I love tattoos and a paranormal book that has tattooing as an element is pretty cool. The witching world that Rachel has built was interesting and could have so many possibilities especially when a corrupt organization is involved.
Rachel's characters aren't to bad either, Adeline is a fun character. She is stubborn to a fault, a feisty smart-ass who does what she wants and tries even when she knows it's gonna be a bad idea. Adeline is the survivor character she has been through a lot and that means when she lets people in they are everything to her and it also makes her they type of person who is willing to help people.
Lars is Adeline's brother / business partner / protector, he is a big part of who she is and the only family she has left. The banter between these two is great, they go back and forth and Lars usually let Adeline get her way, you can tell how much they love each other and have each others back.
There isn't really any romance in this book, Nicholas is an obvious love interest but nothing is really going on with him. He is an interesting character, with a complicated past and he has a little mystery going on so points for him but this book is basically them getting introduced to each other.
I wish that Rachel had built more on the witching world, delved more into the spells/magic and other types of witches that exists. The magistrate is the big bad but I still don't know too much about them and I want to know more about Lars, he is an interesting person and his past is a totally mystery. However since this is the first book in the Touch of Ink series I am sure that Rachel will address more of these as the series go on.
Ink it Over was a quirky and fun read that is full of magic, action, danger and mystery. I enjoyed the characters and overall story. I am interested to see what Adeline will do next because the danger isn't over with yet.
January 18, 2019
Welcome to SOMETHING TO INK ABOUT where Adeline works as a tattoo artist by day but when needed she does some very special tattooing . She is a warder a very special witch and very rare . Seeing as most of the warders have been killed by the Magistrate . things were going good until the day Nicholas walks into the tattoo shop and her life. With her cover story blown out of the water she has two choices run or fight and if she fights can she trust the man that walked into her shop and is a traitor .
This is a new set of characters for this author and I must say Adeline is kick butt . She is sassy and no nonsense . She does kind of have a little bit of an anger issue that does come out through out the book . I love that she is a tattoo artist, cause really there aren't many books with female tattoo artists .They are usually men so Adeline is a nice refreshing read
Lars is oh lets just say he is all alpha male and Adeline's best friend . He takes care of her and is actually like the angel / devil on her shoulders . He keeps her safe and only wants what is best for her . But I think there is more to him that the author hasn't told us . He is sweet but really has an attitude some times .
Now lets talk Nicholas , I seriously don't trust this man at all . He just seems shady to me . He is the nephew to the Magistrate that is after Adeline so really do you know what side he is actually on . He may be tall and good looking but there is something about him that you just can't put your finger on . Is he really good or is he just playing Adeline . You decide .
This is a fun filled story that takes us on an adventure . The author has crafted a cool story that has wonderful characters and a really good story line. There are witches and magic ,intrigue and a little bit of romance. I must say though it did take a bit for the story to get going . I felt like the first few chapters just a little slow . Once you hit chapter 4 it takes off and you are taken on an roller coaster ride . Over all I really liked the story and the characters . There is a cliff hanger at the end and I hope the second book comes out fast cause I really want to know what happens . So if you want a good witch story that has a kick butt tattoo artist this is the book for you .
This is a new set of characters for this author and I must say Adeline is kick butt . She is sassy and no nonsense . She does kind of have a little bit of an anger issue that does come out through out the book . I love that she is a tattoo artist, cause really there aren't many books with female tattoo artists .They are usually men so Adeline is a nice refreshing read
Lars is oh lets just say he is all alpha male and Adeline's best friend . He takes care of her and is actually like the angel / devil on her shoulders . He keeps her safe and only wants what is best for her . But I think there is more to him that the author hasn't told us . He is sweet but really has an attitude some times .
Now lets talk Nicholas , I seriously don't trust this man at all . He just seems shady to me . He is the nephew to the Magistrate that is after Adeline so really do you know what side he is actually on . He may be tall and good looking but there is something about him that you just can't put your finger on . Is he really good or is he just playing Adeline . You decide .
This is a fun filled story that takes us on an adventure . The author has crafted a cool story that has wonderful characters and a really good story line. There are witches and magic ,intrigue and a little bit of romance. I must say though it did take a bit for the story to get going . I felt like the first few chapters just a little slow . Once you hit chapter 4 it takes off and you are taken on an roller coaster ride . Over all I really liked the story and the characters . There is a cliff hanger at the end and I hope the second book comes out fast cause I really want to know what happens . So if you want a good witch story that has a kick butt tattoo artist this is the book for you .
January 25, 2020
Del’s side job is forbidden, in fact she should not even exist because of what she can do. When the magic mafia known as the Magistrate finally figures out what she is and what she’s been up to, they send in their worst man to bring her in. With her BFF Lars and her tattoo gun she races to stay an inch ahead of The Magistrate, but has her time finally run out?
Rachel does a great job of sucking you into the life of Del. She is a snarkastic tattoo artist with a little extra zing. I will admit I had to put this book down a few times, but that was due to being sick and being unable to focus. I don’t blame the author. I ended this book liking Del and Lars (not loving, just mildly interested), and not really caring about Nick.
A couple reasons I started out sucked in and ended up feeling meh. I’ll read the next one if I have nothing else to read. Since this is a published book, it should have been without errors. Regrettably, that was not the case. When Nick’s dad is originally brought up, his name is Nathaniel. When he is brought up at the end of the book, his name is Vincent. A simple mistake, but also an easy fix. Del and Nick figured out this crazy thing that they just had to tell Lars about. It was never mentioned that they told him, but he suddenly knew all about it. I’m going to assume this conversation took place off page and not that it was missed entirely.
I did like this book. I probably will read the next one, eventually. It has the makings of a great series, if Ms. Rawlings could be a little more careful. Errors like the ones made in this book can totally turn me from read it, to leave it, even if I had been totally in love with the book up to that point. I’m giving this one a Meh. A great read for anyone who is just looking for something in the Urban Fantasy with a pinch of romance genre.
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June 19, 2020
Del leads a double life tattoo artist by day Warder by night she changes the fate of many witches with her tattoos but her latest one has brought the Magistrate to her door they've kill all of her kind her adoptive father Grim is gone because of them and his secrets will become her secrets her only ally Lars she treats him like a brother but he has hidden depths what are his secrets he cares for Del but how much. The third member of there group Nicholas the nephew to a member of the Magistrate has lied to Lars and Del from the beginning can he be trusted is he playing some kind of game working for his Uncle or is he really trying to help them. Whats next for Del and what secrets will be revealed next.
I was allowed to read and advance copy of this book via Booksprout and this is my honest review.
I was allowed to read and advance copy of this book via Booksprout and this is my honest review.
May 15, 2024
Adeline Severance is a Warder. Her kind has nearly been made extinct by the Magistrate, and they're determined to see her dead. Yet she cannot resist her protective nature and refuses to hide any longer. She must decide to trust a handsome traitor and fight for the life she's built for herself or be forever on the run.
This is a great start to the urban fantasy series, A Touch of Ink. I do love magical stories that involve tattoos. Adeline puts wards on her clients with ink to help protect them. It used to be the job of the Magistrate, but they have gone corrupt with power. The world building is fantastic, especially with the types of magic and the mystery underlying everything that's happening. The romance is slow burn and the tension is great between Adeline and Nicholas. I can't wait to read more.
This is a great start to the urban fantasy series, A Touch of Ink. I do love magical stories that involve tattoos. Adeline puts wards on her clients with ink to help protect them. It used to be the job of the Magistrate, but they have gone corrupt with power. The world building is fantastic, especially with the types of magic and the mystery underlying everything that's happening. The romance is slow burn and the tension is great between Adeline and Nicholas. I can't wait to read more.
July 29, 2019
3 & 1/2 stars rounded up.
I liked the book enough that I would have continued on to book 2 -if it was available yet. The plot was unique, or at least it was for me. There were a few places that didn't flow well, and a few places that didn't work or needed more info. The main characters (Adeline & Nicholas) were entertaining, if nothing else. I felt they weren't developed quite enough to really be memorable. The secondary character, Lars was way more memorable for me. I would have read book 2 right away, but seeing as it's not out...I'm not sure if I'll remember to watch for it when it does, since I didn't see anything saying when it would come out.
I liked the book enough that I would have continued on to book 2 -if it was available yet. The plot was unique, or at least it was for me. There were a few places that didn't flow well, and a few places that didn't work or needed more info. The main characters (Adeline & Nicholas) were entertaining, if nothing else. I felt they weren't developed quite enough to really be memorable. The secondary character, Lars was way more memorable for me. I would have read book 2 right away, but seeing as it's not out...I'm not sure if I'll remember to watch for it when it does, since I didn't see anything saying when it would come out.
February 16, 2019
I think teen girls would get into this book. For me it was a little slow, but still made me want to know what happens. Adeline is a warding witch and does tattoos. She lost the man who found her living on the street, but still has Lars who has been like a brother to her. Nicholas has come into her tattoo shop and she knows hes after her for the Magistrate. Can she run or should she fight? Can she trust Nicholas on what he says? Can Lars and her get away? I recieved a free copy for my honest review.
June 5, 2020
Although I think this is a good concept for a book or book series, I constantly felt like there must have been another book before this one and I was trying to play catch up. I don't think enough of the "world" was explained in order to not feel like I was missing something. I do think it is leading to a good series and maybe with a boxed set when it is complete it would be better. The ending is quite abrupt and left me hanging. I'm sure this was at least somewhat intention to continue the series though.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
June 6, 2020
I like this book because it had a strong heroine in a totalitarian type world with magic. The wardens originally protected magic users but had in the recent past turned into more of an organized crime style shakedown crew.. As a warder the heroine is able to help magic users escape the goons! She is subject to unpleasant prison or more likely execution for just being a warden. This is a fun fantasy not a romance and thoroughly enjoyable,
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
June 10, 2020
Del is a witch with a twist: a tattoo artist who can put magic in her ink!
Her power makes the witch council uneasy; they want to imprison Del at best, murder her at worst. She’s in hiding with two sidekicks, one guy with brawn, one with his own strong magic. They both will protect her to their deaths. I loved the twist with the tats in this book. The threat against Del grows in intensity, and magic literally flies through the air. I couldn’t put this book down! Good reading here, folks ... you could say there’s magic in every word!
Her power makes the witch council uneasy; they want to imprison Del at best, murder her at worst. She’s in hiding with two sidekicks, one guy with brawn, one with his own strong magic. They both will protect her to their deaths. I loved the twist with the tats in this book. The threat against Del grows in intensity, and magic literally flies through the air. I couldn’t put this book down! Good reading here, folks ... you could say there’s magic in every word!
May 17, 2021
Grammatically well written, the story idea was good, but the MC was not too likable unless you like hardheaded people who NEVER learn from their mistakes and grow from that. Lars the brother/BFF/business partner was more level headed and likable. Did not learn why “Warders” were so important or hunted, other than they can block abilities you would think that the powers that be would want warders around to control who has powers and what powers. Other reviewers listed this book as fun, I felt it was a chore to read.
June 3, 2024
Adeline helps people but now she has to hide.
Adeline works as a tattoo artist by day, but when needed, she does some very special tattooing . She is a Warder, a very special witch, and very rare. She tattoos wards onto witches who would be hunted for their magic, their fate to be killed or used by the Magistrate, helping them hide and stay out of the Magistrates' hands. Most of the warders have been killed, and Adelines life has been going ok ,helping as many people as she can until one day the Magistrate come for her, and its her turn to run and hide.
Adeline works as a tattoo artist by day, but when needed, she does some very special tattooing . She is a Warder, a very special witch, and very rare. She tattoos wards onto witches who would be hunted for their magic, their fate to be killed or used by the Magistrate, helping them hide and stay out of the Magistrates' hands. Most of the warders have been killed, and Adelines life has been going ok ,helping as many people as she can until one day the Magistrate come for her, and its her turn to run and hide.
January 18, 2019
Why
Halfway through the book and I still don’t know why The Man is after the MC. I mean, I know she’s a ‘warder’ but I don’t really know why that is so bad. And it’s kind of important to know since it underpins everyone’s motivation. It’s really the only flaw in an otherwise serviceable novel, but it’s a big one. It’s just not clear how what she can do is so terrifyingly different, according to the powers that be.
A few typos, but nothing terrible.
Halfway through the book and I still don’t know why The Man is after the MC. I mean, I know she’s a ‘warder’ but I don’t really know why that is so bad. And it’s kind of important to know since it underpins everyone’s motivation. It’s really the only flaw in an otherwise serviceable novel, but it’s a big one. It’s just not clear how what she can do is so terrifyingly different, according to the powers that be.
A few typos, but nothing terrible.
September 11, 2019
Interesting World with a good take on magic.
I liked this book, it had interesting characters and great world building. Del and her adopted brother are tattoo artist who use magic to tattoo protection into witches to protect them from the guild, a group who oversee all magic users. But the guild is corrupt and only out to protect themselves. I recommend this book and can't wait to read the next in the series.
I liked this book, it had interesting characters and great world building. Del and her adopted brother are tattoo artist who use magic to tattoo protection into witches to protect them from the guild, a group who oversee all magic users. But the guild is corrupt and only out to protect themselves. I recommend this book and can't wait to read the next in the series.
February 8, 2020
'Ink It Over: A Touch Of Ink Novel by Rachel Rawlings this is start to a new series and it has blown my mind reading this story. Man I loved reading this story and I can not wait to read the next book it is so mind blowing I loved how the characters and the story were writen. I highly recommend this story to everyone who loves reading about magic, fantasy and paranormal romances.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
June 6, 2020
This book was really good. I found myself wanting to read this book
to find out what happens to Del. Having to run from so many people would get me seriously stressed. It seemed like the more you find out as you read, something changes and you’re not sure who Del should trust. Combining magic and tattooing is a pretty cool way to make a story draw the reader into this dangerous world. I cannot wait to read the next book.
to find out what happens to Del. Having to run from so many people would get me seriously stressed. It seemed like the more you find out as you read, something changes and you’re not sure who Del should trust. Combining magic and tattooing is a pretty cool way to make a story draw the reader into this dangerous world. I cannot wait to read the next book.
February 3, 2020
Loved!!
I have absolutely loved this book!! It is awesome!! I’m wondering what the deal is wilt Nicholas and Del. There seems to be some kind of connection between them. And Lars he is such a grump! Ha! He reminds me
Of my brother! I can’t wait to read book two and find out what happens!!! Eeek!!!
I have absolutely loved this book!! It is awesome!! I’m wondering what the deal is wilt Nicholas and Del. There seems to be some kind of connection between them. And Lars he is such a grump! Ha! He reminds me
Of my brother! I can’t wait to read book two and find out what happens!!! Eeek!!!
February 6, 2020
Adeline is a warding witch. She uses her magic to make magical and protective tattoos for her clients. The characters are fierce and real. The story is compelling. It caught my attention in the first chapter. It was very thrilling. I really liked it.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
May 10, 2020
I've read many books with various forms of magic but never one with magic tattoos so that bit caught my attention. This book has plenty of good guy vs bad guy adventure & there are times when you wonder who can be trusted. I wouldn't exactly say it ends on a cliffhanger but it does leave some unanswered questions.
May 15, 2020
I absolutely loved everything about this book. It is such an original concept and is well executed. The characters are relatable with depth and the worl building is detailed and unique. I had a hard time putting the book down, I was captivated from start to finish. I look forward to more in this series and from this author.
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