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 Jessica Hall
Ivy thought she had finally escaped the shadows of her past when she found her place at the side of Kyson, the formidable Lycan King. However, their fragile happiness is obliterated by a devastating revelation: Ivy’s mother was the architect behind the massacre that destroyed Kyson’s kingdom and stole his sister’s life. Suddenly, the man who was once her savior becomes her tormentor, punishing her for sins she never committed.
This dark paranormal romance masterfully weaves the fated-mates trope into a landscape of vengeance and betrayal. As the tension between the alpha hero and his captive queen reaches a breaking point, Ivy is forced to flee, setting off a heart-wrenching chase. The narrative excels in its slow-burn intensity, forcing readers to question whether a bond forged in destiny can survive a legacy of blood and hatred.
If you crave high-stakes drama and emotional turmoil, this sequel delivers an unforgettable journey. Kyson is a king torn between his thirst for retribution and the uncontrollable pull of his mate, while Ivy must decide if their love is worth the cost of the past. Prepare for an angsty, gripping ride where love is a battleground and forgiveness is the hardest conquest of all.
May 20, 2026
This sequel completely shattered me. Seeing Ivy go from thinking she finally found her place to being punished for a massacre she didn't commit was devastating. The conflict between her and Kyson in this book is so raw, how do you choose between a mate bond and the memory of a fallen kingdom? The 'sins of the mother' theme added such a dark, compelling layer to the story. I couldn’t stop reading as Ivy was forced to run for her life. A masterpiece of dark fantasy romance! )
August 27, 2024
The continuing trials and tribulations of Ivy & Abbie & the men in their lives keeps the reader tightly in their clutches. Chapter after chapter notches up the worry, hope, and nail biting conflict. It’s well written with an addictive storyline. Just when you start to feel comfortable, the rug gets yanked from you- making the book nearly impossible to put down. Can’t wait for the next segment of this epic saga. )
November 13, 2024
But decided to buy the first book because it's better without the censuring it was doing and the book really was good. Then when I realized it was in so many parts that I had to pay for, I went back to reading it free. THEN after about 50 more chapters of this series (read free) I realized it didn't do what most romance novels this split up started doing after the 1st book. It didn't bore me. I was actually still entertained and realized I had read all the 2nd and 3rd book. So I came on Amazon...
June 29, 2024
I love this series and can't wait for the next couple of books. But there's a bunch of typos and a few punctuation issues. It's just a little distracting. I couldn't decide on a four or five star But ultimately decided on a four-star because of the typos. )
November 18, 2025
Love the book, I always kept going until I couldn’t anymore just to see what happened next! This series is one of the best! )
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