Magic in the Wind (Drake Sisters, Book 1) (Drake Sisters) Reviews

• A Mixture of Paranormal, romance & mystery

  
  By A1N2L9A6I686G5 on 2005-12-09
  This is the first book I've read by Christine Feehan, and I wasn't quite sure what to expect - especially given the fact that it cost less than $3.00! However, I must say that I was pleasantly surprised.
  
  "Magic in the Wind" is a combination of romance, mystery & the paranormal. It's about a man whose brilliant homeland security ideas puts him the position of being a target to an unscrupulous few, and the group of 7 sisters who use their "special powers" in an effort to save his life. It's also about the love affair that ensues between this "genius" and the eldest of the 7 sisters.
  
  Overall, I found this book to be a page-turner and, given the fact that it's only 103 pages long, this means that it can be read in a relatively short period of time. Perfect for those who don't have a lot of reading time available.
  
  I chose to give this book 4 stars instead of 5 because, while reading it, I felt that several areas could have been fleshed out more - I found myself wanting some additional information that just wasn't there...
  
  If you're interested in the paranormal, and like to be entertained by both romance & mystery, than give this book/author a try. You sure can't beat the price!
  
  
  
  

• Magical - Action Packed - Sensual story

  
  By A3B48AN8JID1JK on 2005-10-15
  Damon Wilder seemed to hear it in the wind `Sarah's come home'. Damon was a man who sought anonymity and refuge in the small seaside town of Sea Haven, he was annoyed to say the least of the whispers, as well as the very wind seemingly telling him - `Sarah's come home...' - Who was this paragon? Who was this god-like woman that the town seemed so in awe of. Even Sarah's house - Drake house - the house that sat on a clifftop opposite his, was intriguing and something of a mystery. He could go and investigate why the paint seemed so pristine and well-preserved for a house on the edge of the sea - after all, he was a scientist wasn't he, and if they were using a special paint preservative - it would be neighborly to share the secret.
  
  Though Sarah had come home to Drake house, it wasn't that alone that drew her. She had her own agenda, and secrets. Damon had not arrived in the sleepy coastal town alone. Dangerous men had tracked him down and Sarah, a security expert (among other things) was there to protect him - whether he wanted her protection or not. When these two finally met, what would be revealed was a prophecy come true, as both Damon and Sarah discovered a desire and a passion more burning than either had ever experienced before. As with all things, happily ever after could only come true if Sarah, with the help of her sisters, could keep the aura of death that surrounded Damon from claiming him for his latest victim.
  
  *** Okay, I confess that I have been lax in finally getting around to see what all the hubbub has been about this author, but finally - I see! Boy, do I ever! What I find even more incredible is that this author has made a fan of me with a little over 100 pages that blended in action, suspense and an almost erotic sensual feeling to a romance I found totally satisfying and didn't want to end. Luckily, this is a reprint of a story from an anthology previously published as LOVER BEWARE, but more importantly, as the first in a series, I will now be on the lookout for the rest of the books that will be published in what looks to be an amazing Drake Sisters series. Captivating, original, and totally satisfying - I personally can't wait for the rest of the adventures sure to come regarding the magical sisters in this remarkable Drake family series.
  
  

• An introduction to a series that should had more meat on it.

  
  By A3C6CZC2JP67VK on 2006-02-14
  Yes, it's a short book, but "Magic in the Wind" left me starving. I have read most of Feehan's books (Love her) and normally there is nothing like a book by her. No matter what series I have read they were all powerful and magical in their own way. I also knew it was a story pulled from an anthology when I bought it, so I knew it would be a short story. That didn't matter. No, what mattered that as a short story and the first book to a series, the book bombed. There was not enough content to keep the story going. Any place that details could have been expanded was passed up.
  
  I read on the cover that it is suppose to be rewritten and added to, I haven't read the first version, but I can only imagine that it would be worse. This version was bad, and there is one out there with less information?? How did this get published? Especially as the first book to a series. There were not a lot of details about the other sisters. Or any ideas as to how the series would go. There was not anywhere enough information in this book for it to be a first book.
  
  I hope the second book is a little more informative. And Drew. What ever happened to Drew?? That was kinds skipped, for that matter, what was wrong with Drew?? We never even got to hear that. There is a lot you won't hear from this book. Being that it is the first book of a series, I would recommend you to read it for introduction purposes of the series. Borrow it or get it from the library, even though it is $2.99, but don't expect much.
  
  
  

• Minstrel

  
  By A2ZSZ25HOFHFO4 on 2005-10-11
  I am a big fan of Ms Feehan, and I hate to give this short story a low grade, but.... To start at the beginning, The front cover sould use a bit of sprucing up. Looking at the book cover would not have drawn me to it if I had seen in at a store rather than on Amazon.
  The book itself, well I feel as tho I spent 2.99 to buy what amounts to a glorified outline or first try at a story that has no mystery or advnture to it, especially to those of us who have enjoyed previous antics of the 'sisters'. Since I enjoy the author's works, I have to assume tht either her editor or publisher planned this piece of a story. We know from the beginning how the story will end. We do not see much action from the sisters. it is interesting how a whole section is left out;that being the obvious healing of the young man by one of the sisters conviently out of town. I suppose she will make it home in time to heal the patient when her turn comes to have a book.
  There are so many openings for adventure and magic that are left untouched. The book is missing 200+ pages of fun and fear.sex and sarcasm. Will Ms Feehan rewrite and flesh out these characters? I certainly hope so. When will shy Hannah and the bossy sherrif finally realize they are a match?.
  
  Yes I will continue to buy and enjoy her books, but this in actuallty belongs in an anthology, not out on its own. Please, no more of this very dissaappointing style of publication, and I do not blame the author for this.
  
  One last note; the font style and spacing are too small. Try thinking about all of us with less than perfect vision nest time.
  
  

• Don`t buy this

  
  By AHET733XPVFHO on 2005-10-07
  This is not a book.This is a pamphlet or just a way to get more money out of us readers.I love this authors books so this was a great disapointment.Do better or don't publish.
  
  
• Simply magical
  By A2FG29CGPQV29N on 2006-09-08
  Damon Wilder is considered the smartest man in the world. He is a cynical scientist, believing in only what can be proven by science, and he's also on the run. Damon is the mastermind behind a state of the art defense system, and for his trouble, he and a colleague were kidnapped and tortured by members of a shadowy group who want its secrets. His colleague didn't make it, but Damon managed to escape and flee for his life.
  
  Now retired and disabled, Damon has moved to a small coastal town to seek refuge but knows he can't hide for long. What Damon doesn't know is that his former employer has hired a gifted security expert as his bodyguard.
  
  Sarah Drake is the oldest of seven highly gifted sisters and very good at her job. She is, at first, surprised that Damon moved to her hometown but when their house basically welcomes him in when he stops by to visit, Sarah knows he is the man for her. The Drake home is a literal fortress and no one can gain access without invitation by one of the sisters. However, there is an ancient prophecy that says the man who is to become Sarah's great love will walk through its gates without hindrance.
  
  Sarah and Damon are more than drawn to each other. Sparks fly at their attraction and the temperature heats up when they're together but a dark evil haunts Damon and will not let him go. Sarah and her sisters are unsure how they can defeat it and, at the same time, protect Damon from the evil men who seek to capture him again.
  
  I thought this story had an alluring flavor to it. Beautifully written, the author's prose is spellbinding, enchanting you to fall in love with the characters, and then you suddenly forget it's only a hundred pages or so. I thought it was very good.
  
  
  
• Unfortunelty, it was bad
  By A2VI5VNV3WE71V on 2005-10-21
  I have read most of the books by this author. I have the other two in this series too that I am making my way twords. Normally, there is nothing like a book by this author. No matter what series i have read they were all powerful and magical in their own way. I knew it was a story pulled from an anthology when I bought it, so I knew it would be a short story. That didnt matter. No, what mattered that as a short story and the first book to a series, the book bombed. There was not enough content to keep the story going. Any place that details could have been expanded were passed up. I read on the cover that it is suppose to be rewritten and added to, i havent read the first version, but I can only imagine that it would be worse. This version was bad, and there is one out there with less information?? How did this get published? Espically as the first book to a series. There were not alot of details about the other sisters. Or any ideas as to how the series would go. There was not anywhere enough information in this book for it to be a first book. I hope the second book is a little more informative. And Drew. What ever happend to Drew?? That was kinds skipped, for that matter, what was wrong with Drew?? We never even got to hear that. There is alot you wont hear from this book. Being that it is the first book of a series, I would recommend to read it. Dont buy it though. It is not all that good. I also agree with another reviewer that the font is not right. My eyes are good for the most part and the letters are small. Real small with no spacing between sentences. Get it from the library and dont expect much.
  
  
• Sarah's story -- but too brief!
  By A3N61N91YEIZ47 on 2005-11-27
  I read "Oceans of Fire" first and loved it and so I bought this to read about the oldest of the seven Drake sisters. Damon Wilder has come to Sea Haven to rest and recuperate and...hide. He is a government scientist involved in developing classified defense systems. He has lived in Sea Haven for a month when the wind and townspeople begin to whisper "Sarah's back. Sarah's home" and he wonders exactly who she is.
  
  Sarah Drake is a security expert hired to protect Damon unbeknownst to him. He is curious about her and walks/limps from his house across the way from Drake house to satisfy his curiousity in more ways than one. He is surprised to find the gate open as it was closed before Sarah came home. He walks up to the house and see the large dogs that let him pass and hears Sarah promising to look in on a teenage boy that is dying even though he wonders what she could do. Sarah is surprised to see him especially when he tells her the gate was open. The prophecy for the seven sisters says the gate will open for the one meant for the oldest. Sarah also sees Death surrounding Damon and fears for him.
  
  Sarah's sisters Hannah, Abigail and Kate also come home and while Sarah is out approaching Damon's home to protect him, they help her with magic as there are 3 men trying to kidnap him.
  
  As the story progresses with the inevitable romance between Damon and Sarah, I felt alot of time was spent on Jonas and Hanna when we really needed to more about what it is that Sarah has been doing as a security expert as that seemed to be left rather vague. I would love to see this story rewritten and expanded upon, but it was still an enjoyable read.
  
  
• Blown away by a magical writer... again!
  By A1G3WLZEHEZ8N9 on 2006-03-19
  

  Whether you have read any of the other Drake sister stories or not; you will smile, cringe and drop your jaw in awe while you read this book. You will fall in love with the characters. It's always an equality of the sexes... no fainting females here. Every character of Ms. Feehan's novels inspire with their faith, intellegence and courage in the face of adversity.
  
  This novella by Christine Feehan is another in a great line of extraordinary literary prowess. Every time you start a new chapter, you'll think, "I'll just read this chapter and I'll put it down". That will never happen. You will find yourself at the end of the book and counting the days until another of the series hits the market.
  
  I have started 3 other members of my family reading Ms. Feehan's books and we all love the enchantment she creates.
  
  

• Don't be fooled
  By A39T8QWEDCMCVU on 2005-10-18
  Re-written and expanded my left foot. The expanded part comprises of about 1 page of dialog and and additional scene. If you have the original story in the short story collection don't waste your $. The series is fabulous but this republished story was just a grab for more $.
  
  
• Don't Bother
  By AMY0S6FH93OFK on 2005-10-12
  This just saddens me. I buy books based on the author's name. This is not a "book" and not a very good story. I expected more from this author.
  
  
• Enjoyable afternoon read
  By A1YCV76MUFESR1 on 2006-04-13
  I read this in almost one sitting, its very short and not very hard to read. I enjoyed it for what it is, and clearly would understand parts of it more if I read the whole series. I don't know if I liked it enough to bother hunting the rest of the series down, but I won't argue if they come my way.
  
  Sarah is a little too mysterious at times, I think, it seems to clash with her 'can do' security expert personality. I liked the hero, Damon, though, he was an enjoyably gruff character who illustrated his own flaws and is a sort of different hero for these sorts of books.
  
  It was nice to see so many wonderful supporting characters squeezed into such a little book, Feehan did a great job in sketching out these characters with a few sentences.
  
  I'd reccomend this book to someone looking for a quick, enjoyable, slightly dreamy read, with the possibility for similiar reads in the series, down the road.
  
  
• very disappointing
  By A14OG9IXJLHUE on 2006-08-25
  First, I love Christine Feehan's work and I've read about everything she's published. I should have been tipped off by the price of the book, which is really a short story published in novel form (only 103 pages). While it was interesting to finally read Sarah's story (I've read the other Drake Sisters novels and really enjoyed them) this was like reading a summary of a novel or like watching a whole movie in fast forward. Where is the rest of the book? Christine's novels are usually so rich and full of texture and this is just the bones. I was hoping for a good read and I got cliff notes. I wish she'd rewrite it and flesh it out.
  
  
• Good introduction to this author and series
  By A1C9E6GSH9LYBM on 2005-10-29
  I found this book to be a fun, fast read. If you are interested in books about people with psychic and paranormal abilities, then you will love this story. It is a story of a group of seven sisters who all have these abilities that they have learned to use to help others and to make them successful in their chosen careers. It shows a group of loving, happy, and independent women and, for the most part, very strong self-confident women. It is delightful and makes me want to read more about them.
  I had never read anything by this author before, nor had I read any books from the paranormal romance genre; therefore, these short story books that are now popular give me a sample of authors that I am unfamiliar with and introduce me to unfamilar work. This kind of short story is good for the evenings when I want a fast read too. This story fascinated me and made me want to read all of the Drake Sister books, especially Hannah's story. Yes, I agree with other reviewers that the first book in a series would be better as a full length book that introduces all of the sisters, their family background and their individual powers and careers and maybe the author will expand on this story at a future date-- I certainly hope so! The bottom line however, is that this book made me want to read the rest of the series and it introduced me to a new favorite author. I believe that is the purpose of these short stories and I gave it 4 stars because, for me, it was successful and I now plan on buying the next 2 books in the series.
  
  
• I love anything by C. Feehan
  By A3ITK0ADCUAU6T on 2006-03-23
  I love anything by Christine Feehan; but her writings are not for children. I read somewhere her works described as housewife porn? Well, whatever you call it, it's a pleasant escape from the humdrum of everyday. It brings me the kind of romance our childhood fairy tales let me believe in. It's nice to dream. One big 'atta girl for Christine. Marcia AKA Topsy
  
  
• Dissappointing
  By A3E0C9G23AL1BW on 2007-05-09
  I love the Drake series. I started with Libby and decided to see what started the series, so bought Abigail and Sarah...I was so dissapointed in this book. It is so short and completely undeveloped. After reading Libby and Abigails stories which were amazing and well thoughtout with well developed characters, this one was a huge dissappointment. Maybe the problem was that I was going backwards and the series was not really thought out until Abigails book. I would skip this book and go straight to Abigails book (Oceans of Fire) instead. Really...you are not missing anything.
  
  
• Great lead in to new series
  By AMAAICBHGOJ6D on 2005-10-07
  I had read Ms Feehan's other books and liked some and not others. I had passed on Oceans of Fire because of not having the first of the serie, Bought this "booklet" now I own the other 2 books. All 3 are KEEPER'S. Now waiting for the 4th sister's story.
  
  
• Not That Bad!
  By A3KKFMZR8FK44X on 2005-10-28
  I think some of these other reviews are a bit harsh. It's not that bad of a story! Yes, it's short, yes it leaves you wanting more but, it's not a full length book. If you go into this knowing it's a reprinted short story from a compalation book you shouldn't be disapointed. I thought the characters were interesting and the story entertaing. It was a decent start to the seven sisters series. I have read the next 2 books in this series and they are both very good. So if you didn't completly hate this one check out the next ones. Really for 2.99 this is a good deal.
  
  
• completely entertaining for what it is worth
  By A20HJEA1HZGJ39 on 2006-02-23
  It is a very short and easy to read book that does start a series. I have read the first three books of the "Drake sisters series", which according to the author have a book for each of the seven sisters. I enjoyed this one the most because the plot was always fresh. The other books revisit some plots that start getting slightly predictable. but I plan on finishing up the series because they are easy to read, overall excellent stories, and all the main characters are likeable. I thought this book was good as a complete story, but it did leave me interested in the rest of the characters lives.
  
  
• Magic in the Wind
  By A1TJUU4AUR9T00 on 2006-03-11
  I injoy reading Christine Feeham's novels and novellas. Her Drake Sisters, The GhorstWalker, and The Dark Series are my favorites. I look forward to every new novel to come out. She is a wonderful author and it is hard to put the book down, because something is always happening and I want to find out if the characters overcome their sicuations and find happiness in the end.
  
  Sicerely,
  
  
  
  Barbara G. Kinsey
  
  
• Magic in the Wind.
  By ARZK9MWH0E8TS on 2006-06-15
  I have never read a book by Christine Feehan and I must say " If I could give this book 10 stars I would do it in a hearbeat." I'm now looking for the rest of the books in the series.
  
  
  
  
• Interesting Start
  By A3RPO2SPPI58HA on 2007-05-14
  This is my first book by Christine Feehan and I was pleasantly surprised. I love books dealing with sisters and found this to be a promising start. My only complaint was since it was such a short story the ideas behind the Drake family (the gate, the prophecy, etc) couldn't be fleshed out, and the romance between the two characters seemed rushed and superficial. Hopefully the rest of the books show the interaction between the leading characters as evolving into a relationship rather than just constantly telling us how they love each other after so little time.
  
  
• Not impressed....
  By A1E29194QNFHFG on 2007-07-06
  I was not impressed with any of the Drake Sisters series. There was nothing there to keep me wanting to know more about the sisters. It didn't hold my attention. The "magic" was not enough to hold my attention.
  
  Another thing that bothered me is that everyone just took for granted that the sisters had their "magical" powers. They didn't try to hide it and it didn't bother anyone. No one questioned them. Maybe secrecy would have made the series more interesting.
  
  I was definitely not impressed. I'm hoping the Dark Series will be better, but from what I know about them, they seem like a ripoff of the Dark Hunter series by Sherrilyn Kenyon. I guess I'll have to see.
  
  
• This is a GREAT short story!!
  By A2TITXTPF59AC2 on 2005-10-18
  When I find a great series, I just HAVE to read all of it - especially the one that starts the whole thing off. I spent $2.99 knowing full well that I was buying a short story and not a novel. Sure I would love it to be expanded to it's full potential, but as a short story, it was great!!
  
  
• Could have been fleshed out more, but still very good
  By A1Q481TTJV7CKH on 2006-01-03
  I read this book after reading the third book in the series, so perhaps I'm not as bothered by the details that were left out because they were provided in Oceans of Fire. I agree with others that Feehan could have fleshed this out more than she did, but it stands alone fine. As long as you know how short it is before you buy it, you'll be fine--and it might be better to read it after one of the other books in the series.
  
  As for the font, I didn't even notice it, and sometimes I won't buy a book if I think the font will give me a headache. If it had been bigger, I bet some reviewers would have complained that the publisher was trying to make the book appear longer than it was. Some people are never happy.
  
  
• a lot to like as well as dislike....
  By A3861IBNFDR8RU on 2006-02-13
  I read Twilight Before Christmas first-which I really enjoyed. This book is just too short and in that respect does no justice to the characters Sarah and Damon. If it would have been longer, it would have been interesting to read more of the two's backgrounds and their career choices, and more interaction with the characters.
  
  My biggest complaint is that the book just seemed rushed and incomplete-definately more of a introduction to the Drake sisters than a complete love story. But still fairly good and I'd suggest it for a few hours entertainment.
  
  I DO like the fact the Feehan seems to be writing this series with the characters falling for each other early in the book-that way we can enjoy more of their relationship, instead of the usual "fight it till the last 10 pages" in most romances. I also love the interaction and fun betwwen the sisters-I'm one of five sisters myself:)
  
  All in all-a fast, fun book. 3.5 stars:)
  
  
• Need more Drake Sisters stories!!!
  By A3C37AMA3P8YOI on 2006-11-05
  I loved reading this and the other Drake Sisters stories! Wish there were more! I revisted them several times before passing them on to other readers. Thank you Ms. Feehan! I look forward to more stories about these enchanting sisters!
  
  
  
  
• Magic in the Wind
  By A3KAY6DHJIEES6 on 2006-11-10
  This was a very nice novelette for anyone that is interested in the combination of magic and romance. The story eludes to ancient magical family lines but the setting is in the present day. There is intrigue as well as romance. I enjoyed it and have passed it along to other readers. The book is the first in a series about sisters. It makes you want to read each book in succession to what powers each sister possess and how they use them.
  
  
• Too short!
  By ABR6UJCAD8LTZ on 2007-08-04
  However, it pulled me in enough I have ordered the next 5 in the series. I'm always looking for different authors I feel "comfortable" with. Too many times I lose interest and put it down. I'm happy Amazon recommended this author to me. I'm looking forward to reading her other series, as well.
  
  
  
• Drake Series Book 1
  By A1TAS8HYNF3L18 on 2007-10-05
  Okay this book is really just a short story it just has about a hundred pages or so. Basis of story is Damon Wilder has come to Sea Haven and everyone is talking about Sarah Drake has come home. Sarah is a secuirty expert and Damon is some kind of lab guy well the bad guys are after him and Sarah and her sisters fight back. We are introduced to all the characters for upcoming books. This was basically getting to know the charcters for the Drake Sisters series. I loved Hannah and Jonas you just know they are getting together. Four stars because romance between main characters was pretty tame for me but like I said was not a whole book so that might have something to do about it. I would suggest getting it because the other books in this series are really good and this is a good starter book.
  
  

• The Twilight Before Christmas (Drake Sisters, Book 2)
• Oceans of Fire (Drake Sisters, Book 3)
• Dangerous Tides (Drake Sisters, Book 4)
• Safe Harbor (Drake Sisters, Book 5)
• Turbulent Sea (Drake Sisters, Book 6)