Small Magics

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Now with four original illustrations and added material! This compilation features five previously published stories by the bestselling author of the Kate Daniels series, including Kate’s first encounter with Saiman, related adventures, and new perspectives from Curran and Jim. In "A QUESTIONABLE CLIENT," Kate serves as a bodyguard for the shifty Saiman, protecting him from dangerous Russian wizards. "RETRIBUTION CLAUSE" follows Saiman’s cousin, Adam—a frost giant and insurance adjuster—along with his partner, Siroun, as they embark on a mission to enforce a client’s Retribution Clause, leading to a web of magic, mayhem, and unexpected chemistry. "OF SWINE AND ROSES" tells the story of Alena Kornov, who is reluctantly set up on a date with thug Chad Thurman, resulting in a chaotic adventure involving a pig and a dead guy. In "GRACE OF SMALL MAGICS," Grace, aware of her family's magical lineage, travels to meet the head of Clan Dreoch, only to find herself caught in a mage clan war. Lastly, "MAGIC TESTS" features Kate recruiting her teenage ward, Julie, to find a missing student hidden on campus. The collection concludes with Curran’s point of view, revealing his thoughts while Kate takes on challenges from "Magic Bites" to "Magic Bleeds."