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 Kenya Wright
Imani is trapped in the suffocating monotony of Crystal Lake, working a dead-end waitressing job with no hope of escape. Her world shifts violently when a mysterious group of men rolls into town. Are they a dangerous biker gang or something far more ancient? The air crackles with an unnatural power whenever they are near, but for Imani, the only thing that matters is the magnetic, undeniable pull she feels toward their leader, Aiden.
Aiden is the alpha of a pack hardened by the trauma of the Mystic Wars. Seeking refuge for his found-family, he arrives in Crystal Lake with one strict, non-negotiable rule: shapeshifters never breed with humans. Yet, his resolve crumbles the moment he meets Imani. Torn between the loyalty he owes his brothers and a primal, burning hunger that threatens to consume his control, Aiden finds himself at a breaking point.
As a dark, encroaching evil begins to loom over the town, this pulse-pounding paranormal romance masterfully blends high-stakes pack dynamics with scorching chemistry. It is a seductive, fast-paced ride where the boundaries of forbidden love are tested. Perfect for fans of shifter lore and intense, character-driven tension, this story proves that sometimes the most dangerous threat to a pack is the heart.
December 5, 2020
I really loved this book!! I thought there would be a part 2! I would really like to read Blaze and Harper's story. I didn't want Imani and Aiden's story to end. I found myself laughing so hard at times. Great job at telling the story from Aiden's point of view. One might think you're a shapeshifter......lol 😅. I have to mention the beautiful artwork!! I absolutely love the sketches that's included in your books!! Kudos to the artist!!!!! I'm a true fan of Ms Kenya Wright! )
October 31, 2021
3.5! A really fun read even though I think there wasn’t enough time spent on some of the bigger decisions in the story. But the romance was definitely HOT! And ignoring a few red flags from our typical obsessed alpha male I was all in. I actually laughed out loud at some of the funny lines in this book and just had an overall good time. I think this also struck a good balance between romance and secondary plot which I appreciated since no one is really here for expansive world building and...
August 20, 2025
Really enjoyed this book! Cannot wait to read more from this group. )
November 6, 2020
This is the first time I have read this author, I believe I picked a great first book. The history of each shifter population, their war years and the illustrations throughout the story all add for a wonderful pleasure reading experience. I loved Aiden and Imani, their building romance, Aiden's pack brothers. If Moonlight becomes a series, I am totally hooked and look forward to reading more. Hopefully we'll read the story of Imani's sister and Aiden's Beta and the rest of the pack members. )
July 26, 2023
It was a very good book and it was genuinely good quick read but something felt off like the build up wasn’t quite there for me it was kind of underwhelming in a way but I still live this author and would read again love Aiden and Imani they are cute and makes you love love ) 2 people found this helpful
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