From the award-winning author of Hurricane Reese, the contributing author in Robyn Peterman’s Magic and Mayhem Universe, and the creator of Rock ‘n’ Romance favorites Haunted and Teacher comes a new supernatural romance that will make you swoon and shiver.WANTED: Counselor for child trauma victims at scenic boarding school in northern Arkansas. Must have an open mind, be flexible, and be ready to … be ready to travel at a moment’s notice. Patience, extreme vigilance, and discretion required. Generous compensation guaranteed
Veteran teacher and counselor Delaney Frost accepts a job at Havenhart Academy and soon learns that not only are her new charges “gifted”—but that within her resides a power so rare and precious it can be used to heal others. When danger arrives at the academy gates, Delaney and her mysterious, yet alluring boss will fight to protect the children from a megalomaniac out for revenge and the destruction of all she holds dear.
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HEALER is the first book in the Havenhart Academy series. Delaney is our main female and she is given bad news within the first few paragraphs of the first page! Things can only look up for her, surely? Serendipity, luck, whatever you want to call in ensures she applies for a job at Havenhart Academy. She is interviewed by Damien Preston and sparks fly.
This was a great start to the series, with characters and situations getting, and maintaining, your attention. These characters are written in such a way as you will care for them, and about what happens to them, in a very short space of time. Havenhart Academy itself is a great place with a real sense of family/community, where you can be accepted for just who you are. The connection between Delaney and Damien is there for all to see, even if they say they can’t act upon it. I adored their story and how they bolster each other when needed.
With a contemporary setting, the world-building is just the amount you need without it being too much. Most of it is character-based which is absolutely spot-on for this story. The pacing is slow and smooth, meaning you get the most from this story. There are a multitude of characters here, most of whom I want to know more about, so I guess it goes without saying that I really can’t wait for the next book to come out.
A stunner of a book and I can’t wait to see who is up next! Absolutely recommended by me.
* A copy of this book was provided to me with no requirements for a review. I voluntarily read this book, and the comments here are my honest opinion. *
I was mesmerized by the world created for Havenhart Academy. Damien and Delaney’s story is intense and sweet. I was glad things worked out with Jackson. I hope he and James get their stories told. This book was fascinating and I know the series will be amazing.
Ahh what an awesome start to this series!!!
I only wish I wasn’t going to have to wait a whole year for the next one… =(
Havenhart Academy is a school that caters to those students that have been through hard times and are “gifted” beyond what a normal student is.
For Delaney Frost, she’s always had a way with people and getting them to open up to her. When she’s approached to for a job at Havenhart Academy, the offer couldn’t have come at a better time. Her current school is cutting her program due to lack of funds.
The recruiter for the school, Damien, is very vague on what the school is what exactly Delaney’s job would be, but he assures her she will be making a difference and a real asset to the staff and students.
However, things aren’t completely smooth sailing once Delaney takes her place at Havenhart. There’s an enemy that has been made when his daughter was placed in the schools care and he’ll do whatever it takes to get her back…
Awesome start! I can’t wait to watch the rest of these teacher get to meet their gifted partners!
Great start to a series! Delaney has been recruited to work at a secretive private academy where the students all have “gifts”. She begins to fall for Damien, who interviewed her, right from the start, but can they put the past behind them and open their hearts? Meanwhile, a severely a used student comes to the school, but her evil father won’t let her go.
I loved Delaney and how she used her own gifts with her students. I liked the slow build up between her and Damien, and I really liked that they were an older couple, each with their own history. Joanna and her father added tension & drama throughout. I can’t wait to see where the story goes next!
A rich story with well developed characters and emotional issues. Loved it!
Discovering your talent and sense of purpose.
When all seems lost despite our best efforts. Remember look for the next step. May we all find our true potential. The beauty of sharing it with others our world in best possible way.
Unique storyline of a magic academy. I liked that Delaney is so damaged as we are able to see her strength and confidence grow. Love all the characters and can’t wait to see what happens in the next book.
I loved this take on a PNR. Delaney is a woman after my own heart, 40ish with a love for metal music and Bruce Campbell. When her job as a counselor is eliminated, she comes across a job post that is almost too good to be true. After she interviews for it, she can’t help but take it and wait for the other shoe to drop. It’s everything she’s ever wanted, free reign with the students and access to eye candy in the form of her new co-workers. But when the shoe finally drops, she’s able to see past the issues and fight for her future. Loved it!
I loved this story! I’m not a paranormal fan, but Healer was not your usual paranormal book. It made sense. There are things we don’t understand all around us and the way the author wove reality with magic, well, it was fabulous!
I was entertained with all the characters. The world-building that Ms. Merrill does throughout was spot on. The bits of magic that are included makes one believe that everyone might have just a wee bit going on that we don’t understand.
We’re introduced to so many wonderful characters. The children, some of whom were abused, some underprivileged, some with abilities that their families couldn’t understand, some of the abilities were used for evil. Havenhart, the teachers, and all the staff were there for them. Helping the students to harness their abilities whatever they were. There was suspense and magic, and of course romance! Ultimately, this book was about inclusion.
Delaney needed a change and understanding about her abilities. Damian needed a kindred spirit to rely on. After some adversity, they each got what they wanted. Sigh…
My takeaway from this fabulous story was, everyone is different and that’s OK. Learn to love yourself and your abilities…normal and paranormal. Do good. Be kind. Love unconditionally.
Good start. I’ve volunteered to review this book for United Indie Book Blog. This is the first in a new series. This is my first time reading a book from RL Merrill. This is Delaney and Damien story. Delaney Frost accepts a counselor job at this school. Damien is mysterious and sexy in his own way. We’re introduced to so many wonderful characters. There is more to meets the eye in this story. I got completely caught up in it. Damien and Delaney’s story is intense and sweet. This book will leave you wanting more. I can’t wait to see what else this author brings to us. Keep up the good job!
I could not put it down. I am waiting for the next book in the series
After learning her job is being eliminated due to budget cuts, Delaney accepts a position as a counselor at Havenhart Academy. This move leads her on a path to self discovery, friendships with unique people, and a sweet, hot romance with Damien. Love, hope and acceptance are the cornerstones of this extraordinary Academy. creating an uplifting, magical read that I highly recommend.
Omg, I freaking love this new series! What an awesome new pnr story. People with special abilities at a school to help you realize what you have and how to control it. It has feels, romance, danger, fun, and all different kinds of special abilities. I cannot wait for more!
4 out of 5 stars
Welcome to the academy , a scenic boarding school in Arkansas . Delaney Frost accepts a counselor job at this school. There is more to this job then meets the eye . Delaney and Damien the mysterious man who walked into her life . They are saving and protecting the young lives of the academy . Will they be able to save them from the man out for revenge on all those that she holds dear .
This being the first book in a new series , the characters are well written and complex . Delaney is feisty and able to take care of herself even though she seems damaged . As the story goes we see that she is stronger and and grows more confident as you go through the book . Damien is mysterious and sexy in his own way . He is a protector of those who he cares for and will fight to keep them safe . You also meet a great group of kids in this book that you will love . The characters are a fun read and you will fall for each of them and want to help protect them .
This is a really good start for a new series by this author . I truly like her writing style . She takes us on an emotional roller coaster ride and gives you all the feels . I truly like that the lead character in the story is flawed and isn’t in perfect health . She makes you feel and you want to make sure everyone is going to be ok . This book is full of self discovery and good old fashion romance. There are moments in the book though that I will say kind of dragged . for me . I know it takes a lot to set up a new world when starting a series . Over all I really enjoyed this book and can’t wait to see where the author takes us in the second book . So check it out you won’t be disappointed .
RL Merrill writes amazing stories with wonderful characters. Healer is another perfect example. Delaney’s story with Havenhart Academy will pull you in and not let you go.
I was mesmerized as soon as I started and really enjoyed the story and am so excited for future books. I see so many possibilities and cannot wait to read the stories. The characters draw you into their world and you fo not want to leave it.
LOVED this! You know those authors you’ll read whatever they write even when you’re not sure about the story and then are WOWED? This is one of those books and I’m so happy I read it! It’s about finding out you have more in you than you thought, about finding your place, about romance, about friendship, and helping kids. I want more on this group, there are a few characters that need their story told and hopefully there will be more. It’s a different PNR but one you MUST read!