By Rod Kierkegaard, Jr.
Magic is nothing like it seems in children’s books. It’s dark and bloody and sexual – and requires its own semi-mythical branch of the US Federal Government to safeguard citizens against everpresent supernatural threats.
Join Jasmine Farah and Rocco di Angelo – a pair of wet-behind-the-ears recruits of The Department of Magic – on a nightmare gallop through a world of ghosts, spooks, vampires, and demons, and the minions of South American and Voodoo gods hell-bent on destroying all humanity in the year 2012.
Only Rock and Jazz, in the company of a ragtag team of urhobos – homeless guardians of the District of Columbia – can prevent it by resurrecting “Goddess America” in a mystical ceremony on the Fourth of July.
It’s all just a normal day on the job at The Department of Magic – where new employees entering its offices are never seen again, while mysteriously continuing to draw full salaries and benefits, sometimes for decades or even a century after.
With a magical cast of characters and a wry insider’s view of the US Federal Government, here at last is a Harry Potter for grownups.
Vital Stats
- Theme: Paranormal / Urban Fantasy
- Type: Curiosity Quills Press Novel
- Length: 359 Pages
- Pub. Date: December 1, 2011
- ISBN: 978-1-62007-004-8 (ebook)
- ISBN: 978-1-62007-005-5 (paperback)
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“This is an urban fantasy full of dark humour and very gory action. A well written enjoyable book with characters that become more interesting as the book progresses.”
~Wendy B @ Amazon (
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~Wendy B @ Amazon (
) “Department of Magic is an enjoyable, if imperfect story. Fans of supernatural creatures and non-stop action will find themselves right at home here.”
~Nate Murray ()
~Nate Murray (
) “This is my 2nd book I read from Rod and again I must say that I got exactly what I was expecting. Very interesting and catching story about two newcomers into the strange Department of Magic.”
~nachtik @ Amazon ()
~nachtik @ Amazon (
) “Even though the start was slow the book really grabbed me. I understand the need to set the stage for the world we are reading about and that can take a few chapters, so I’m going to cut him a little slack. I also enjoyed the casual political digs. Since it seems all of these otherworldly creatures spend their days working in American politics or running Homeland security. If your looking for a change from the usual fantasy novel this one is worth your time..”
~Wolf Majick ()
~Wolf Majick (
) “Fans of urban fantasy this book is for you. If you liked The Magicians by Lev Grossman than you will definitely like this book.”
~Jhskinz @ Amazon ()
~Jhskinz @ Amazon (
) “Dept of Magic got better and better as it went along, culminating in a finale that had me biting my fingernails.”
~airdriesg @ Amazon ()
~airdriesg @ Amazon (
) “I got the biggest kick out of the excerpts from The Federal Bestiary that open each chapter in this book. Kierkegaard has a sly and dark sense of humor that I found very appealing. I was also very amused by the idea of the Goddess America; it put a whole new perspective on Goddess worship, that’s for sure! It was interesting and refreshing to read an urban fantasy in which the main characters had no particular specialness – no powers, not monsters of any type, not even particularly good fighters, just regular people put into strange circumstances. Highly recommended for fans of urban fantasy and good story-telling.”
~K. Sozaeva “Obsessive bibliophile” @ Amazon ()
~K. Sozaeva “Obsessive bibliophile” @ Amazon (
) “This book was free when i got it, i would pay for it as i really liked that much, i liked the way things came together, a little slow to start, but once it was up and running i kept turning the pages to get to the end.”
~CM1 @ Amazon ()
~CM1 @ Amazon (
) “Obviously, there’s a lot of fun stuff here, though I wouldn’t exactly call it “Harry Potter for adults,” as the dust jacket summary claims. Kierkegaard’s brand of magic involves blood, and lots of it. No, The Department of Magic is more like Supernatural Noir, which I reviewed last year: entertaining, but kind of dark in some areas. So, the verdict? Kierkegaard’s novel combines American history with urban fantasy to create an original, bleak portrait of the real fight for our country’s freedom. Not recommended for casual fans of fantasy.”
~Liz Winn @ VillageBookReview
~Liz Winn @ VillageBookReview
“Overall, ‘Department of Magic’ was very enjoyable and quite funny, with great details, memorable characters, and fun set pieces. I recommend it for urban fantasy readers who want something a little different; also fantasy readers who are politics wonks and don’t mind reading about a reanimated George Washington.”
~Nina Post
~Nina Post
“The Department of Magic is a fun-filled, action-packed light read that will keep readers turning the page wondering just what is going to happen next.”
~Tiffany @ NocturneReads ()
~Tiffany @ NocturneReads (
)“The world truly is fantastic, enough to counteract the characters lacking nearly all luster, but not enough to warrant another star. It’s slow going at the start, but if you stick with it you’ll be rewarded.”
~@GinnyLurcock @ PureTextuality ()
~@GinnyLurcock @ PureTextuality (
)“This book was free when i got it, i would pay for it as i really liked that much, i liked the way things came together, a little slow to start, but once it was up and running i kept turning the pages to get to the end.”
~CM1 @ Amazon ()
~CM1 @ Amazon (
)“I like to cruise around Amazon selecting books from different authors, and as they are relatively inexpensive it does not matter if they do not live up to expectations. Well this one certainly lived up to my expectations. I read it in about 6 hours, most of these whilst on a plane over Canada. I would definatley recomend this book as a damn good read, with some subtle humour throughout the book. Also try the God Particle by the same author. Both books left me wanting more as they end at a crucial point in the story. I hope there are sequels to come for this and the God Particle”
~Bi9 Un @ Amazon ()
~Bi9 Un @ Amazon (
)“Good story, different approach. I did wonder if perhaps it deliberately packed in every supernatural being it could think of, it got a bit crowded at times, but I enjoyed it.”
~Ms. A.D. Potter @ Amazon ()
~Ms. A.D. Potter @ Amazon (
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