With Hearts of Flame (Deluxe Limited Edition): A Dark Academia Romantasy Novel of Vampires and Dragons Featuring Stenciled Edges and Illustrated Endpapers (Bloodwing Academy, 4)
Briar Boleyn
by Jen L. Grey
Sadie is heir to an alpha’s legacy, but her father deems her unworthy of the throne. Desperate to escape his shadow and prove her strength, she heads to college seeking a fresh start. Instead of the quiet life she envisioned, she is blindsided by the discovery of her fated mate. In a world of volatile pack dynamics, finding the person meant for you should be a cause for celebration; for Sadie, it is a dangerous complication that could cost her everything.
This gripping paranormal romance masterfully blends high-stakes tension with the classic fated-mates trope. As Sadie navigates a forbidden love that defies pack laws, she finds solace in an unexpected found-family that supports her against the rigid expectations of her upbringing. The story moves at a breakneck pace, layering in a captivating mix of supernatural beings—from dragons to vampires—that expands the lore far beyond the average shifter tale.
If you are craving a fast-paced read defined by fierce loyalty and sizzling chemistry, this is the perfect addition to your bookshelf. Sadie is an empowering lead who refuses to be pushed around, making her journey of self-discovery and defiance impossible to put down. Prepare yourself for a thrilling ride where loyalties are tested and the stakes are life-or-death.
August 27, 2025
This is a GREAT Read. The more I read, the more I enjoyed it. It wasn't a slow book. It kept my Interest, Love this book.!!💞 ) 2 people found this helpful
June 7, 2024
Really liked the book, exciting, romance, fairies, dragons,wolves, vampires in one wonderful mix, within a really nice story of overcoming differences with true friendship. ) 3 people found this helpful
April 4, 2025
I really enjoyed this book and love the friendships. I love that Sadie didn't let Brock push her around and her relationship with Donovan is adorable. *****SPOILER****** I was kind of surprised at Donovan's reaction when Sadie told him he was a wolf shifter. He just acted like it was nothing. That bugged me but the book was great and its on to book 2!! )
July 20, 2021
Immediately, we discover that Sadie has been allowed, by her father, to attend Kortright University, a school that has its fair share of supernaturals in attendance, and her one stipulation is that she has to bring her intended - Brock - with her to watch out for her. Hers is that she gets to bring her best friend Roxy. It won't be easy to fight off Brock, but he's not her fated mate, though he is the one her father has required she marry to form an alliance between the families. Though she can...
August 26, 2025
Seems the beginning took a while to unfold all the people, but it kept me reading. And turned out good! )
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