In the hallowed Storm Fae Academy, everyone has a secret. It sucks to be a supernatural fugitive, but as a fae witch, what can you do? Get on with things. Ignore the elite fae assassins who rule the city. Try not to freak out when one of them surprises you mid-shower. Usual stuff. But when the assassins capture my best friend, I’ll do anything to stop her execution. Including joining their … Including joining their academy. Now, while I secretly plot to break Wren out, I am forced compete in a lethal set of trials. Failure means that a monstrous headsman kills us both.
Turns out I have to train with a dragon-blood fae. He’s powerful, scary, and lethally attractive. And, like me, he’s harboring dark secrets.
Worst thing about him? He’s the monstrous headsman himself.
This book is from the Demons of Fire and Night world, with characters who appear in Court of Shadows.
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Once again we are caught up in an incredible story. A story that brings the main character to face her fears in order to save a dear friend in a whirlwind of events and unexpected situations along with her childhood nightmare. It’s not just another academy story. It’ll held you from the beginning till the end.
For me it was slow start that took a bit to get into but once I did I couldnt put it down. Hoping to be able to read more of Malkarth and Coras story.
I’d never read anything by C.N. Crawford before, so this was an entirely new world to me. I’ve quickly discovered that it’s a vast and complicated world that I need to read more of. I’m very familiar with the work of Katerina Martinez, though. I am in awe at the seamless way these authors have blended their voices together to tell us this saga of Cora and Melkarth. I‘m in love with everything about his book. Cora’s sassy and talented, while Melkarth is irresistibly dark and brooding. (But then again, they had me at “dragon shifter”.) The secrets that swirl around them and The Institute sucked me into the story from the opening words and wouldn’t let go until the very last page. I can’t wait to read more.
I received a complimentary advanced copy of this book from the author.
This book is what happens when two of my favorite authors have a book baby together. I absolutely love this story. It is so well written and the description of the places make you feel like you are right there with Cora as she walks into the castle. This story just draws you in and doesn’t let you go. I can’t wait for the next one
This book was fabulous! I didn’t see things coming, which I loved. I hate predictability. I loved the characters. They had depth, and I could relate to them. The story was original, which can be hard to find in this genre. I absolutely can’t wait to read the next book in the series!
This book is a fascinating twist on the supernatural genre and my review does contain mild spoilers. I am very excited about this series because so many factors play into each of the character’s powers and motivations. I am a longtime fan of C.N. Crawford but this is the first book I have read co-authored with Katrina Martinez. I am now a huge fan of both! The co-authoring flows seamlessly for m and the plot is engaging.
I love Cora she is tough determined and brimming with power that she carefully keeps in check and strives to hide.
It soon becomes very clear she is much stronger and more powerful than she wants anyone to know about and I cannot wait to find out more about her.
What makes Cora even more endearing is her willingness to endanger the fact she is hiding well under the radar to save her friend Wren.
Wren is an enigmatic character that we know little about for most of the book and even after some major revelations, I feel there is much more to Wren then meets the eye… I cannot wait to find out if I am right it wrong.
Melkarth is broody, powerful and secretive but willing to help in small ways. I love Melkarth hides it well within the institute as he gauges his ability to trust Cora. They find a common bond that grows stronger as the story moves forward and I am expecting great things from the series.
Taru the villain in this storyline is an ancient storm God obsessed with control that finds terrible ways to force others to do his bidding. The lengths Taru is willing to go to wreak havoc and maintain control is gruesome and I am sure there will be much more to come in future books.
Therefore, for spoilers I am keeping it vague I hope these little tidbits make you curious.
When Reagon stepped away, he looked unusually pale. “The trial has ended” “Everyone back to the institute”
I wasn’t sure what exactly had scared Raegon, but the glowing letters apparently bothered him more than the flaming corpse on the ground. Messed up priorities here.
“Fascinating”. “Here’s the thing Cora. I’m good at reading people. And do you know what I’m reading from you?” You’re too smart and powerful to get caught by anyone. So how did you end up here at the institute? Captured by Oren, that great lumbering muppet?
So that’s it for spoilers n yep I know it’s not much to go on 🙂
Overall this book has all the things I enjoy. Great humor, strong intriguing characters, and a plot that pulls me in and keeps me interested. I really hope you decide to try it.
Wow. That was intense. Thrilling. Edge of your seat exciting. I loved every word. I really can’t wait for the next book. I NEED to find out what happens!
Queen of Storms grabs your attention and keeps pulling you back in to the story . This one is a real page turned you won’t want to put down. Full of twists and turns with more suspense and questions around every turn. I can t wait to see what comes next
I’ve read one of these authors before, but I haven’t the second. She’s been on my radar, and yes, I do own a copy of one of her books. So, I was anxious to see how I liked this book. I was very pleasantly surprised. The writing was excellent, I was immediately drawn into the characters (especially Cora; it took me a while to like Melkarth/the Nathair), and the book went by very swiftly. The end seemed a little abrupt to me, I admit, and they seemed to all of a sudden be really happy with each other (no spoilers), but I am anxiously awaiting the next book to see where we’re going to go from here. I do recommend this book and was provided a complimentary copy which I voluntarily reviewed.