"Magic Bites" is a fantasy novel written by Ilona Andrews. It is the first book in the Kate Daniels series, which follows a strong female protagonist navigating a world where magic and technology coexist. The story is set in a post-apocalyptic Atlanta, where magic fluctuates and can drastically change the environment and the creatures that inhabit it. In "Magic Bites," Kate Daniels, a mercenary with a mysterious past, takes on a dangerous mission to find her missing guardian. As she delves deeper into the magical underworld, she encounters various supernatural beings, including shapeshifters and vampires, while uncovering secrets that could threaten her life and the balance of power in the city.