Murdering humans is a huge no-no and comes with an off-with-your-head sentence. Doesn’t matter if you don’t remember doing the crime.I killed a human, and no, it wasn’t on purpose, but that shit doesn’t matter to the council. I’m facing death. So, when I’m offered a deal to avoid execution, I’d be a fool not to take it, even if it means leaving the human world and urban life behind to enroll in … it, even if it means leaving the human world and urban life behind to enroll in the Nightwatch Academy – a gothic monstrosity hidden from human eyes, located way too close to the largest tear in the fabric of our reality.
It would be fun if I had any inclination of becoming a member of the Watch or supporting the shadow knights at keeping the Formorian threat at bay. But heck, the monsters beyond the mist aren’t my problem. I have personal demons to deal with.
Once I’m out, the Watch can shove it.
But one sip from the ceremonial goblet and my plans to coast are out of the window as my powers spark to life.
I’m an anomaly, one the Watch won’t be letting walk any time soon.
My only comfort is a man who prides himself on his ability to harness pain. Battle scarred and formidable, he’s my tutor, my mentor, and the object of some super saucy dreams. He’s completely off limits and my only hope of surviving my first test.
I’ll need to harness my powers fast.
There can be no distractions.
But when my fellow cadets start going missing then returning with no memory of who they used to be and my best friend is taken, turning a blind eye is no longer an option.
Allies are limited when you’re a freak. Luckily, I don’t need a cheer squad to get shit done. Whoever is responsible better watch out. I’m coming for them, and I’ll be bringing the pain.
The Vampire Academy meets Game of Thrones in this kick-ass, supernatural academy, Urban Fantasy with a slow burn Why Choose Romance.
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You’ll never be disappointed in a Debbie Cassidy book, especially not one that merges the Academy trope with urban fantasy. I highly recommend picking up your copy of Shadow Caster!
I am new to the Academy genre but a huge fan of Cassidy’s writing so I knew it would be worth my time to give this new world a try. It was definitely worth my time! I LOVED everything about this story. Cassidy never fails to deliver an amazing story full of action, suspense, and romance with kick-ass characters, witty banter, a detailed, well-written storyline, plot twists, hot sexy times, and loads of fun for all. Once I started this story, I was sucked in and unable to put it down until I was done and it seriously left me wanting more.
From the creation of this intriguing new world, you will be dazzled and entertained with a diverse array of characters (a variety of paranormals and fascinating creepy-crawlies) that will charm and entertain you and some you will love and root for while despising and wishing awful things to happen to others. There was plenty of drama, conflicting emotions, sexual tension, bonds of friendship forming, action scenes, possible romantic entanglements, twists and surprises, dangerous altercations, and life and death scenarios to hold your interest with a steady suspense and mysterious vibe that continued throughout the whole book.
Indigo was a truly fascinating character. She was strong-minded, independent, tough, and capable, yet compassionate and emotionally vulnerable at the same time. She has never experienced true friendship or love and longs for them both, even though she would never admit it. She was never wanted by her family, treated like an outcast, a freak, yet expected to do her duty to the family, namely her father, when called upon. A terrible turn of events forced her hand and she ended up at the Academy; the last place she wanted to be. She does everything in her power to find a way out of her situation until a shocking turn of events pulls her further in. Determined to find her place and solve the mystery surrounding them, she embraces her new role in the Academy and forms friendships that will help ground her, as well as survive, possible love interests and has some exciting, dangerous experiences. I look forward to seeing how her relationships with the guys develop (I know who I am rooting for!) in the next book and how she grows in her abilities. A fantastic adventure for all! I am ready for more!!!
Shadow Caster has everything you want in an academy book: magical lessons, cliques and annoying students, hot teachers and danger that could jeopardise everything. Indigo is the perfect heroine: slightly flawed and damaged, but strong enough to come out victorious at the end. A five star read that is guaranteed to give you a book hangover.
Excellent book with unique creatures and takes on common creatures. Great world building and character development. Really interesting FMC who is strong and brave without being hard. Slow burn romantic interest but the action and drama keep you engaged without problem. Thoroughly enjoyed this book and can’t wait to read more. Definitely recommend.
Every time I read a Debbie Cassidy book I always think that it is my favorite until I read the next one. I have never read any book of hers that wasn’t captivating. Shadow Caster did not disappoint. The world she built in this story was easy to immerse yourself in and the characters are down right interesting. I am looking forward to devouring each and every word in this series! Perfect 5 star read!
Great first book to a nw series…love all the characters and there is so much behind the scenes that I just don’t know that what to expect. Was suspicious of one of the villains but never saw the other one coming, didn’t see the plot twist coming and everything that happened in the mist makes me wonder about it. Great story line.
A thrilling paranormal urban fantasy
Justice/Indie, a rebel with a reason, has done everything she could to distance herself from her parents. As the story progresses a coerced crime causes punishment, an unknown danger lurks, and an unprecedented situation occurs. Debbie Cassidy’s Shadow Caster is a thrilling paranormal urban fantasy that sets a stunning stage for character development and lays the groundwork for multiple romance options.
Holy. Cow. That. Was. BRILLIANT! Supernatural fantasy with some sci-fi tech thrown in! I really loved Indigo and her attitude. I loved the twists and curves the plot took and threw at her. I could not put it down!
OMG what can I say, You may think that this is just another Academy book but let me tell you its not by any means a standard Academy book for a start I would say that this is for age 18+ – This is an Academy book Debbie Cassidy style which means a kick ass hard core heroine and starts will full on action. Her first love interest isn’t some gorgeos hunky male model, he’s not a bully or a nerd. He is a battle worn scared war vet who isn’t much older than her with a metal leg.
He doesn’t want a relationship and fights the chemistry whilst trying to do best by her so that she’s prepared and can survive as a member of the Watch – a previously men only unit who defend their world.
The storey line is soooo good, there are twists and turns galore with plenty of Debbie’s dark humour, its faced paced in places with plenty of excitement and sexual tension in an wonderful new world – I cant wait for the next instalment as its one of the best Academy books I have read in a while. Once you have finished you are literally going to be straight on to Amazon to pre-order book 2 – its that good!!!!! The best book so far from Debbie Cassidy in 2019 – i would give it 6 stars if i could.
This is the first book by this author that I have read and I must say WOW, I will be reading more of her work. The world building and characters are perfect for this unique urban fantasy. There is plenty of action and suspense with some steamy romance blended in. I can not wait to see what happens in the next book Shadow Weaver!
Great book and highly recommended!
Debbie has done it again!
I love all her series, but I think this one is at the top of my list!
I am a huge fan of the academy reads as well as a huge fan of this author so could not wait to read this, and boy it did not let me down! It is fantabulous, well written and full of action, angst, suspense, romance , danger and some awesome kick ass characters! OMG I just could not put this Down and I cannot wait to read more!
deadly assassins in training!
If Selene from Underworld and River from Firefly had a baby sister this would be it! That’s how hardcore bad ass our main female heroine Indigo is!! She kicks butt and ask questions later. I freaking love her!!! It was action pack, sassy, bromance, bff’s, super powers, LOL moments, and secret “professor crush”. Supernatual at its best!! Nightwatch academy kills the things or people that bump at night. say no more, grab this baby!! you will be hooked from start to finish!!!
Holy Academy Book!! This book-guys!!! It has all the angst and drama you would want in an academy book, plus the paranormal spin. It’s something completely new that I’ve never read about before and I love getting to experience this whole new world through Indigo’s eyes! I can’t wait until the next installment to see what happens next! But there isn’t a cliffhanger either, it’s just the kinds of story and characters that you want to buddy up with and stalk to see what they are going to do next.