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We’ll find our way out of the dark, or we’ll die trying…
There’s a full-fledged mafia war going on. Phoenix and my boys are up to their necks in it. And I’m right there with them.
I’ve done things I never thought I’d do.
Now, we’re finally poised to take back what our rivals stole from us. The Riviera Family will fall.
But not without bloodshed.
They can attack Blackthorne Manor. They can force us underground and divide us.
And none of it matters. We’re ready. We’ll do whatever it takes to win.
Because if I’ve learned anything during my time with the boys it’s that happily ever after doesn’t come easily. Sometimes, you have to fight—or kill—for it…
Phoenix, book 4 in the Boys of Brooke Hollow Academy series, is a dark, spicy, forced proximity, why choose romance. HEA guaranteed. Download today and get ready to fall for the bully book boyfriends of your wildest, kinky, smutty fantasies.
There’s a full-fledged mafia war going on. Phoenix and my boys are up to their necks in it. And I’m right there with them.
I’ve done things I never thought I’d do.
Now, we’re finally poised to take back what our rivals stole from us. The Riviera Family will fall.
But not without bloodshed.
They can attack Blackthorne Manor. They can force us underground and divide us.
And none of it matters. We’re ready. We’ll do whatever it takes to win.
Because if I’ve learned anything during my time with the boys it’s that happily ever after doesn’t come easily. Sometimes, you have to fight—or kill—for it…
Phoenix, book 4 in the Boys of Brooke Hollow Academy series, is a dark, spicy, forced proximity, why choose romance. HEA guaranteed. Download today and get ready to fall for the bully book boyfriends of your wildest, kinky, smutty fantasies.
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Published September 26, 2023
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September 26, 2023
Really enjoyed reading The Boys of Brooke Hollow Academy series. My only criticism is the inconsistency in the heroines character in this final book, defo not mafia head material....got a lil preachy in parts which got slightly annoying, imo. Loved the steam, suspense, there were some teary moments, the story was wrapped up nicely with a happy ending for all. 👌😊
Thank you to Midnight Reader Book Promotions for providing me with this ARC.
Thank you to Midnight Reader Book Promotions for providing me with this ARC.
September 26, 2023
Omg this book made me cry! Seeing how far Skye and her men got was everything! Let me say it’s been a while since a book took me on a journey of all the emotions. Hands down one of the greatest series I read so far.
September 25, 2023
I can't believe it's over!!
What a journey Skye and her guys went on.
Full of twists and turns. Secrets and lies.
This book moves pretty quickly and there is no shortage of action and suspense. In addition we still get steamy times and more.
I love seeing them all work together as the family they were meant to be.
The author did a fantastic job of wrapping things up and giving our characters a HEA that the deserve.
What a journey Skye and her guys went on.
Full of twists and turns. Secrets and lies.
This book moves pretty quickly and there is no shortage of action and suspense. In addition we still get steamy times and more.
I love seeing them all work together as the family they were meant to be.
The author did a fantastic job of wrapping things up and giving our characters a HEA that the deserve.
September 28, 2023
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
A fantastic ending to this great series. The twists continue, as does the action and the steam. A very satisfying read.
A fantastic ending to this great series. The twists continue, as does the action and the steam. A very satisfying read.
October 25, 2023
This series started off strong for me but as it went on I got bored. The plot isn’t all that interesting and there’s a lot of sex, boring sex.
I’ve read so many gang/mafia romance that they’re usually pretty predictable but this one flaked half way through. The scary gang leader not scary, the boys pathetic once in love, Skye not really all that interesting but fakes being a bad ass. The sex is so vanilla it bored me and most of the book is just sex so it wasn’t very interesting. Dylan started off bad ass and I thought he’d be exciting but after one time of non vanilla sex it just faded off, into the usual. I wouldn’t normally complain but 4 of the boys declared how they’re rough and ‘bad’ and they’re all really boring, it didn’t make it interesting enough to keep my attention.
The plot didn’t have enough drama and suspense to keep my interest either, the first book started off with such a strong prologue I couldn’t wait to get to that part and once it happened she wasn’t near death, it was all superficial and there’s not even a scar as a reminder, it was very anticlimactic.
This series had promise but unfortunately was a let down.
I’ve read so many gang/mafia romance that they’re usually pretty predictable but this one flaked half way through. The scary gang leader not scary, the boys pathetic once in love, Skye not really all that interesting but fakes being a bad ass. The sex is so vanilla it bored me and most of the book is just sex so it wasn’t very interesting. Dylan started off bad ass and I thought he’d be exciting but after one time of non vanilla sex it just faded off, into the usual. I wouldn’t normally complain but 4 of the boys declared how they’re rough and ‘bad’ and they’re all really boring, it didn’t make it interesting enough to keep my attention.
The plot didn’t have enough drama and suspense to keep my interest either, the first book started off with such a strong prologue I couldn’t wait to get to that part and once it happened she wasn’t near death, it was all superficial and there’s not even a scar as a reminder, it was very anticlimactic.
This series had promise but unfortunately was a let down.
November 13, 2023
Great read overall
Wow, ok so longish reviews and probably a overall of the whole series. (Have left individual reviews too)
I've read many with this trope and can say the bullying of you want to call it that was VERY light in book 1.
Overall the series was a decent 3.5/4 for me I needed more from some scenes. I would of liked more interaction with a certain father, more back story on him and Liz (fmc mum) and at times just a little more push and pull between the guys and Skye, especially in the early days.
I did find myself at times skim reading but that isn't because I plot or style but I can pack focus at times, and well, at times I was a little bored
However that being said, I was invested. I loved Skye and how she met Dylan was AMAZING and HOT 🔥🔥 but again it was like his character who was portrayed as dominate, like to play with types etc in the bedroom... And that part of him wasn't really seen again and I felt like his character for quotes as the series went on...
The group scenes were great and I really liked the guys PO V regarding group scenes as they hadn't ever participated before, therefore there was some banter and awkwardness, which was funny and believable
All in all I did enjoy this and I was hoping Ava would get their own little series and unwound read other stuff from this duo!
Wow, ok so longish reviews and probably a overall of the whole series. (Have left individual reviews too)
I've read many with this trope and can say the bullying of you want to call it that was VERY light in book 1.
Overall the series was a decent 3.5/4 for me I needed more from some scenes. I would of liked more interaction with a certain father, more back story on him and Liz (fmc mum) and at times just a little more push and pull between the guys and Skye, especially in the early days.
I did find myself at times skim reading but that isn't because I plot or style but I can pack focus at times, and well, at times I was a little bored
However that being said, I was invested. I loved Skye and how she met Dylan was AMAZING and HOT 🔥🔥 but again it was like his character who was portrayed as dominate, like to play with types etc in the bedroom... And that part of him wasn't really seen again and I felt like his character for quotes as the series went on...
The group scenes were great and I really liked the guys PO V regarding group scenes as they hadn't ever participated before, therefore there was some banter and awkwardness, which was funny and believable
All in all I did enjoy this and I was hoping Ava would get their own little series and unwound read other stuff from this duo!
May 16, 2025
3.5 overall for the WHOLE series. The first book was really good, but then things just dragged on for way too long with not much really happening between book 2 and 3, and the super bad boys just became MEH. ):
Overall the FMC wasn't that bad compared to others I've read, and the guys were OKAY. I just really feel like this could have all fit into a duet/at most a trilogy.
Overall the FMC wasn't that bad compared to others I've read, and the guys were OKAY. I just really feel like this could have all fit into a duet/at most a trilogy.
August 2, 2024
This book was well written, but it just wasn’t for me.
This final installment of the series was pretty much only about the plot and the war going on. And unfortunately, not so much about the relationships and the harem as a whole.
There wasn’t much character or relationship progression only plot progression.
I still ended up really disliking the main female character. There just wasn’t anything likable about her and her character was also just very unbelievable and too fantastical.
And again don’t even get me started on all the bizarre Homo erotica that the writer felt she needed to push on her readers.
It was beyond misplaced, and yet again unbelievable and very creepy. I mean these guys are all straight basically brothers.
Whom had never even shared a woman before in their lives.
Now all of a sudden they keep looking at each other‘s dicks and finding each other hot. It’s just so creepy and weird and misplaced and bizarre. It added nothing to the story it only made me roll my eyes 1 million times.
This final installment of the series was pretty much only about the plot and the war going on. And unfortunately, not so much about the relationships and the harem as a whole.
There wasn’t much character or relationship progression only plot progression.
I still ended up really disliking the main female character. There just wasn’t anything likable about her and her character was also just very unbelievable and too fantastical.
And again don’t even get me started on all the bizarre Homo erotica that the writer felt she needed to push on her readers.
It was beyond misplaced, and yet again unbelievable and very creepy. I mean these guys are all straight basically brothers.
Whom had never even shared a woman before in their lives.
Now all of a sudden they keep looking at each other‘s dicks and finding each other hot. It’s just so creepy and weird and misplaced and bizarre. It added nothing to the story it only made me roll my eyes 1 million times.
November 1, 2023
Entertaining RH series
Review for all four books:
The writing style flows and there aren't a lot of errors. Although the title includes "academy", this is not really an academy story. It fits a familiar trope of the female main character discovering her previously unknown heritage. She is shunned at first by her harem, but they all fall in love before very long. The characters are all involved in a mafia like lifestyle despite briefly attending the same college academy. There are a few, short, violent scenes, including torture and sexual assault on page. The four books convey an interesting set of adventures, relationship drama, sexy times and various trials and tribulations endemic to the gang like atmosphere. I did enjoy the series and recommend it. Be aware of triggers.
Review for all four books:
The writing style flows and there aren't a lot of errors. Although the title includes "academy", this is not really an academy story. It fits a familiar trope of the female main character discovering her previously unknown heritage. She is shunned at first by her harem, but they all fall in love before very long. The characters are all involved in a mafia like lifestyle despite briefly attending the same college academy. There are a few, short, violent scenes, including torture and sexual assault on page. The four books convey an interesting set of adventures, relationship drama, sexy times and various trials and tribulations endemic to the gang like atmosphere. I did enjoy the series and recommend it. Be aware of triggers.
September 28, 2023
Well what a rollercoaster this series has been. Skye has come a very long way from the bully/enemies vibe of book 1. Pheonix draws the whole arc together and gives this poly 5 some semblance of peace and happiness.
There were some good spicy scenes with Skye and different combinations of her men (and sometimes all of them together). But these felt a bit sparser than the other books due to the large amount of narrative ground the book had to cover to bring these warring factions to a conclusion.
This book had so much. It was emotional, steamy, action packed and dark. Book 4 felt less about Skye and her character development and more about bringing some closure. It did feel a little rushed at times but overall very enjoyable.
There were some good spicy scenes with Skye and different combinations of her men (and sometimes all of them together). But these felt a bit sparser than the other books due to the large amount of narrative ground the book had to cover to bring these warring factions to a conclusion.
This book had so much. It was emotional, steamy, action packed and dark. Book 4 felt less about Skye and her character development and more about bringing some closure. It did feel a little rushed at times but overall very enjoyable.
December 14, 2023
Terrible ending to a terrible series.
It would have been way more interesting if Damian was the big villain. Him turning into a new happy husband and father was shit.
Who can believe Skye is this bad ass killer? And who can believe Ava is this MC boss? Like come on, girl was always way more interesting in fashion and gossip.
The smut was boring too.
I still think the very beginning of the series was interesting but the whole series lacks tension and angst. Everybody was just so pleasant. The bad guys were disappointing.
It would have been way more interesting if Damian was the big villain. Him turning into a new happy husband and father was shit.
Who can believe Skye is this bad ass killer? And who can believe Ava is this MC boss? Like come on, girl was always way more interesting in fashion and gossip.
The smut was boring too.
I still think the very beginning of the series was interesting but the whole series lacks tension and angst. Everybody was just so pleasant. The bad guys were disappointing.
September 25, 2023
I absolutely love Skye, and I also love each of her guys for completely different reasons!
The tempo definitely picked up in Phoenix and did not disappoint in the slightest, especially when adding tons of new twists and obstacles to what they were already facing. It made me fall even more deeply in love with these hopelessly devoted boys.
I loved every single minute of it!
Another brilliant and amazing book!
The tempo definitely picked up in Phoenix and did not disappoint in the slightest, especially when adding tons of new twists and obstacles to what they were already facing. It made me fall even more deeply in love with these hopelessly devoted boys.
I loved every single minute of it!
Another brilliant and amazing book!
September 25, 2023
Skye showed she was strong, fierce and able to be a leader. She proved she did not need Tony to be any of those things. Her guys Phoenix, Colton, Maverick and Dylan were supportive but also learned that even though they wanted to protect her she was really a force to be reckoned. Their bonds also grew, the spice was HOT, even got some humor, and we got see Phoenix step up as well. The war between the Triskele and the Rivieras was epic all the betrayal, twists, and action.
September 26, 2023
And so we find ourselves at the end of The Boys Of Brooke Hollow Academy journey...through the series we watched as Skye grew into an even tougher version of the girl the boys first met. And we witnessed the relationships between everyone falter, grow, and eventually solidify into the strongest of bonds. Questions were answered, threads were tied and trimmed, and happy was finally achieved. These characters and their story will forever hold a special place in my heart.
April 1, 2024
Series review. I absolutely loved this series. Skye was a strong FMC. The guys were great alpha possessive. They made a mistake and they separated for a bit in book 3 but the love was still there. I thought it was a great storyline. My only complaint was their interaction with the MC knowing one of Ava’s mothers was friends with the enemy but still trusted them. I didn’t understand that part.
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September 28, 2023
Skye baby girl the baddie of all baddies I freaking love her so much and let me tell you she showed up and showed out! She was not playin she was ready to go to war for herself and her guys! The finale was filled with twists and turns and will have you on a complete emotional rollercoaster ride to say the least! I couldn’t put this baby down! Fantastic series!
September 26, 2023
Ohhh I was so excited to get this last book in the series. Omg, I needed a good ending for Skye and her guys. We get all the answers for what is happening and why everything happened as it did. I loved this series and can't wait to see what's next.
September 28, 2023
Action packed finale for The Boys of Brooke Hollow Academy that is full of secrets, twists and turns, suspense, and of course steam from our favorite reverse harem. All the waiting for answers and wild ride of emotions is well worth it as we get our HEA.
September 30, 2023
What an ending!
I loved this book. Lots of action, drama and steam.
So much happening with the top leadership in both Mafia and the HoH. Perfect ending, and love the epilogues at the end x always love seeing in the future
I loved this book. Lots of action, drama and steam.
So much happening with the top leadership in both Mafia and the HoH. Perfect ending, and love the epilogues at the end x always love seeing in the future
September 22, 2023
With the war between The Triskele and Tony Rivera amping up Skye and her guys have to come up with a plan to take him down. Fabulous finale so glad Skye and the guys got their HEA.
September 30, 2023
Excellent series
One of the best series I have ever read. Thank you for an amazing read. I can't wait for your next book.
One of the best series I have ever read. Thank you for an amazing read. I can't wait for your next book.
September 30, 2023
I was not ready for this series to end 😞
I don’t even know how to put into words how much I loved this series.
I don’t even know how to put into words how much I loved this series.
October 5, 2023
Perfect ending for The boys of Brooke Hallow academy! One of my favorite series Highly recommend this whole series
November 6, 2025
A great series with page-turning action and good character development. Plenty of steam and romance, too.
October 8, 2023
What an ending to a perfect series!! Skye, Dylan, Colton, Maverick, and Phoenix are an amazing team. After everything they have been through Skye finally gets the revenge and justice that she's been working toward the whole series. Not to spoil much, but I am so happy they got their HEA. I truly didn't want this series to end.
February 25, 2024
What a journey for Skye and her boys, but finally they get the HEA they deserved. To be honest I loved this series, even though I think the bad guys got out of the hook too easily, maybe I wanted them to pay like reaaallllyy pay, but that's a me problem lol and Skye isn't my favorite heroine, she is too entitled and spoiled at times, so I think she lacks the growth and development she should have gotten after being through so much.
December 14, 2024
My type of book! But i felt like something was missing as it was boring at times, maybe i’ll try reading it again later.
Men are completely devoted to fmc, and although the men have arranged marriages, I don’t consider this OW drama since it’s barely talked about and you never even meet their supposed “wives” before they are able to get out of their contracts.
Men are completely devoted to fmc, and although the men have arranged marriages, I don’t consider this OW drama since it’s barely talked about and you never even meet their supposed “wives” before they are able to get out of their contracts.
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