Ilona Andrews is a pseudonym for Ilona Gordon and her husband Andrew Gordon. While they both write together today, their careers were separate in the past.
Andrew Gordon served in the US Army for a long time but he resigned as a top intelligence officer to support his wife with her writing career.
Ilona Gordon is the main writer of the duo’s fantasy books.
Their pen name Ilona Andrews was in the top-rated lists for New York Time Bestselling Authors several times.
While Ilona Gordon started writing her easy-to-read fantasy fiction as a hobby after graduating in biochemistry from West Carolina University, her writing style is packed with action.
If you love “Kate Daniels” or the “Innkeeper Chronicles” by Ilona Andrews, then take a look at the amazing fantasy novels from Patricia Briggs, Jeanine Frost, and Devon Monk.
Their fantasy romance books aren’t just magical but they also feature strong women who fight for justice in a world of chaos.
Books By Ilona Andrews
One of Ilona Andrews’ most famous book series is “Kate Daniels”. This NYT bestselling saga follows mercenary Kate Daniels who cleans up after the mess of magic.
In the first book “Magic Bites”, Kate Daniels’ guardian is suddenly murdered. On her journey to find the killer, Kate finds herself between two groups of the Atlanta magic circles.
Lucky for Kate, both want her to find the murderer and bring him to justice. But there is a small problem: she is way out of her depth with this magical chaos.
Another series that tells the magical tale of a strong woman is Ilona Andrews’ “Hidden Legacy”.
As a feisty detective, Nevada Baylor faces her most difficult case, with a magic user who is on the run.
But that’s not her only problem. Nevada is kidnapped by a handsome billionaire who is not just corrupt but absolutely irresistible.
Ilona Andrews has written a range of other books that take the reader into a magical world with empowered women who fight for justice.
Authors Like Ilona Andrews
If you want to read other authors like Ilona Andrews, then there are some best-selling novelists who write fantasy fiction and magic stories.
Patricia Briggs
Patricia Briggs and Ilona Andrews do not just both write about magic and empowered women but they also have a similar writing style.
Briggs is also a New York Times bestselling author who published numerous fantasy and crime novels.
One of her most popular fantasy book series is “Mercy Thompson”. Mercy is a shapeshifter who was raised by werewolves.
But she never really felt part of the pack, so she abandons them for a normal life as a mechanic.
However, it doesn’t take long for her old life to catch up with her. When a young boy arrives at her shop, Mercy’s life takes an unexpected turn that brings her closer to her family again.
If you want to read more from Patricia Briggs, then take a look at her “Alpha & Omega” series.
Pros
Interesting stories with magic creatures
Good variety of different characters, from vampires to werewolves
Jeanine Frost is another popular international fantasy author who appeared in USA Today and the New York Times.
Her famous series “Night Prince”, “Broken Destiny” and “Night Rebel” all feature magical creatures and powerful heroes who need to restore the order of the world.
This being said, one of her most popular sagas is “Night Huntress”. This paranormal romance book follows half-vampire Catherine Crawfield.
She makes sure that the undead stay where they belong. On one of her missions, she is caught by a vampire bounty hunter known as Bones.
Despite her resistance, Cat is forced into a partnership with Bones that could prove insightful for both.
Thanks to Bones, Catherine discovers that her half-dead blood isn’t as useless as it seemed for such a long time.
Quickly, Bones and Cat become a team of demon hunters that are feared amongst the dead and the underworld.
Pros
Strong character developments with powerful women
A close look at individual characters in each book
Dark adventure stories that surprise
Cons
Writing style varies a lot between books
Themes: dark magic, bounty hunter, vampirism, demons, feminist magic
K.F. Breene
If you love vampires, werewolves, and magical beings, then K.F. Breene is another great alternative to Ilona Andrews.
As a bestselling author recognized by the Wall Street Journal, Washington Post, and USA Today, Breene writes paranormal fantasy novels.
Similar to other fantasy novelists, she has also penned many of her books in series following her magical heroes.
Evermore Academy follows the story of different magical characters that live, learn and die at Evermore Academy.
But you don’t have to be a mortal to end up with eternal damnation. The powerful Fae rule this place but there is something much darker looming over the Academy.
A mortal girl picks up her wit and intelligence and fights the dark forces coming her way.
Pros
Magical worlds that invite the reader to explore
Mysterious characters that develop during the stories
Very emotional but powerful heroes
Cons
Too many swear words throughout some books
Themes: fairies, dark forces, young adult, fairytale
Devon Monk
As a USA Today bestselling fantasy author, Devon Monk has written a variety of fantastic books that are similar to Ilona Andrews’ magic circles (If you liked their works, you should also check out the books of Sarah J Maas).
Writer duo Ilona Gordon and Andrew Gordon aren’t just a couple but they also create magical novels with wondrous worlds, beasts, and powerful women.
If you love this combination, then there are plenty of other fantasy novels that you can read from other authors, such as Devon Monk, Patricia Briggs, and K.F. Breene.
They take you into another world where vampires, werewolves, wizards, and witches are all around.
You might even find yourself in a futuristic America during a new Steampunk age.
All these books also feature feisty heroines who are often faced with the challenge of following their magic or giving up on it for love or family.
While magic can be a burden for many, it turns out to be a powerful weapon against the battle of evil.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is The Kate Daniels Series Done?
Officially, the Kate Daniels series by Ilona Andrews comes to a dramatic end in the tenth book “Magic Triumphs”.
However, there is nothing to say that Ilona Andrews won’t write a similar series from a different angle with her famous heroine Kate Daniels.
In Which Book Do Kate And Curran Get Together?
Kate and Curran get together in “Magic Binds” when the couple makes their relationship official, despite the difficult circumstances in post-Shift Atlanta.
In What Order Should I Read Ilona Andrews Books?
If you want to read Ilona Andrews’ books in chronological order, then you can start with Bayou Moon, Blood Heir, Burn for Me, Clean Sweet, and Diamond Fire.
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