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They say the most dangerous magick is born from desperation. If that's true, I'm about to become a force of nature.

The ritual we uncovered has set something in motion that can't be stopped. The fabric of magick is unravelling, and MistHallow Academy stands on the brink of collapse.

Our bond – this wild, dark, beautiful thing we've created – is both our greatest strength and our fatal flaw. It's the key to saving everything... or destroying it.

My family has resurfaced, their sinister plans for my magick now clear. They're not the only threat. Ancient beings, drawn by the chaos we've unleashed, converge on MistHallow.

I'm done running. Done hiding. It's time to embrace the wild card I've always been. I'll risk everything. I'll break curses, rewrite rules, and dance on the knife-edge between salvation and damnation.

They wanted to use me? Fine. I'll show them what real power looks like.

This is a dark paranormal romance book 3 out of 3 in a brand new reverse harem romance by USA Today Bestselling Author, Eve Newton. Set in England and written in British English, you will come across TWs so please see inside for details.

426 pages, Kindle Edition

Published March 4, 2025

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Eve Newton

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Eve is a USA Today Bestselling Author with a specialty for steamy romance with strong female leads.

She lives in the UK, with her husband and five kids, so finding the time to write is short, but definitely sweet. Eve has a number of series, both completed and on the go and hopes to release some new and exciting projects, both paranormal and contemporary in the future, so stay tuned!

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Eve also writes under the name S.E. Traynor

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Profile Image for Michaella Armstrong.
64 reviews5 followers
March 3, 2025
Girl power all the way with this one. Whew honey.
Watching the Growth of Matilda through this series has been part of my addiction. Seeing her come into her role and taking it like the Queen she is was just so AHHHHH!!! There is not an appropriate word for that feeling, if your a girls girl your just gonna wanna scream with excitement for her.
The plot thickens and twist just like we love and come to expect with Eve but still what a ride to be on.
Matilda and her men prove that with the right people, with love and commitment nothing can break you. You will always come out on top.
I’m so in love with this series and its characters that it’s so hard to say goodbye but atleast one thing is for sure… a re read is definitely in the future!!!!
35 reviews
March 5, 2025
What an amazing final book to the series!

Matilda and the guys are back for their final book! Tilly is such a great character - she's strong and resilient. She was able to overcome the experiences that her family put her through. As always Vex is my favorite, along with a certain Headmaster.

This series has it all action, spice, romance, great character development and world-building. This a must read.
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1,798 reviews18 followers
March 6, 2025
Found Family

This is the final installment of this series. Loved it. It's definitely about how cool Chaos is and how much I need to get one....kidding sorta of.
So much happens here that you don't know where to look. Questions are answered, battles are fought, and a HEA is found. It is not smooth sailing and you will be going through all the emotions. Loved it
69 reviews1 follower
March 3, 2025
Action starts just where the last book left us. Action packed right to the end. Just when you think all is good, and that Tilly and her guys get to chill and relax, another curve ball comes out of left field to keep them on their toes.

Absolutely fantastic ending to the trilogy!
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49 reviews18 followers
August 13, 2025
Umm what the fuck was that?…..😒

Disappointed is an understatement. I’m not sure why the plot really wasn’t plotting like it was in Books 1 & 2 but thanks to that, I had so much more room to focus on the staleness of it all. The plot was really overshadowing all of the issues I kept finding with this series but since there was hardly a plot to speak about in this installment….here we go.

First thing I noticed was that the writing style seems a lot more juvenile than it did in the first two and no matter how badly I wanted more from the characters, she just wouldn’t give it to me. 😂 not in ANY of the books. The only character with a semblance of complexity was Matilda and even that wasn’t as climactic as I would’ve expected. I understand this started as an insta love thing but in my opinion that’s all the more reason Vex, Luc, and Draven should’ve had a deeper story and more character growth than they did throughout a 3 book series. The growth they did achieve was cute but it was also a get it together or die kind of thing.

The dialogue is….beyond cringe, ESPECIALLY during the spicy scenes. Not only is the talking weird and unnecessary, but the sexual encounters themselves are so unrealistic, it’s laughable. It’s almost like they were written by some sex depraved man. There’s no buildup, no smooth flow into the spice, nothing sexy about it. It’s just, “he RAMMED his cock into me with BRUTAL precision…pump 1, pump 2….finished. Onto the next” over and over throughout the pages. 🫠 no dude. Just no.

🚨🚨 SPOILERS BELOW 🚨🚨

This is the book where the curse has been broken and now it’s the last home stretch of nonsense before everyone can finally relax. I was expecting to be enthralled, blown away, screaming at my Kindle. Instead, it was all too easy for her and the guys to finish off the two all powerful bosses, her mother (a literal ancient primordial goddess) and her brother (a Demi-god who’d been powering up for eons to defeat her and take her power). With that knowledge, I was expecting a struggle, somebody to get fucked up, almost dead, something! But nope. Everything went smooth and pretty much according to plan 🥲 and the best part is, it took all of 5 minutes to defeat them both. 😂

Oh! And let me not forget how in order to help stabilize magick so it doesn’t collapse, a life binding ritual is required between Vex and Matilda. Apparently we were all supposed to assume that a life binding ritual = we’re married now, your new name is now Matilda Blackwell 🙃. BYE!

This book was all over the damn place. I initially wanted to read the other series in the MistHallow Academy Universe, but I think I’m cool on that especially after seeing other reviews mention the same sentiments as me.

Now to read something that’s going to scratch the character depth and complexity itch I was craving from this entire series.
Profile Image for MaCayla Oliver.
76 reviews3 followers
March 1, 2025
Eve out did herself with this finale! This has become my absolute favorite book of hers yet. I can not explain well enough to you, how much I loved this book. Between the action, the spice, the romance and all swoony worthy moments. We get to see differences between characters and little Easter eggs about up coming stories. (HINT HINT) You have to read this to understand my obsession!

Matilda (Tilly)- WOW just wow! This character went through some things, and came out swinging for the scary forest! There were times we saw weakness and it made her more relatable to me. I wanted to throttle her and hug her at the same time. Loved her growth! Well done!

Vex- I'm not crying... your crying! This man is my everything. I'm so happy that he got everything he needed in life and more but I'm sad to see him go. He has become my favorite book boyfriend character of all time. His strength, his loyalty, his warmth and his darkness was true perfection. I just love him way to much.

Draven- I didn't see some of the things that happened in this book to happen. I loved how he was able to let his guard down and warm up to certain people. (Have to read to understand) His possessiveness was so freaking hotttt!! "Mine" When he said that I was screaming "YES!! YOURS!!" everytime he said it. Goddess this man!!

Luc- I have a deeper appreciation for him now more than ever. There are certain scenes in this book that has me swooning and tearing up for how he truly understands the people around him. Just thinking about it now makes me melt. His character growth was note worthy!! Love him so much and the d!ck room!

Luke Blackthorn- Yess Daddy!! I never knew how much it would be a turn on when a man like him being so livid!! I would have submitted instantly!! I can't wait to see what is next for our Headmaster!

Chaos- I need him as a stuffy!! Like yesterday! Love his little unhinged self!!

I am so sad to see this be the end but I know we will see some of them again one day. I highly recommend this book and author!!
291 reviews
June 1, 2025
Suitable ending for the trilogy

If i misspell names, my apologies, i hooe you can still figure out who I'm talking about. This Kindle's autocorrect has some funky ideas. The main reason I took a star off is because there were enough (to me) annoying grammar/spelling errors and some inconsistencies that bothered me. For example to instead of two. And Vex life bonding with Tilly and doing it mutually, while the twins would bond with her one-sided. Tilly never bonds with them, they'll only bond to her. Yet all 4 experience it all in essentially the same way. The story was good enough that I won't remember these things for long, but at the moment it was disappointing, like the proofreader decided to quit. Some things were left flapping in the wind, like Tilly obeying Drayven, when he commands the skellies at one point. There was no real reason for her going to her knees, unless the idea was to show D's power, but then the author came back and referred to it later as possible sign of Tilly becoming a succubus. We know that didn't happen, but never explained it otherwise. Anyway, this book we had lots of resolution, revenge, complicated family stuff to work out, magical system to preserve, stabilize, establish, evil to defeat, or was it evil, since D and L are literally princes from hell? And a HEA.
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2,657 reviews16 followers
March 3, 2025
Oh my lanta, yes! I absolutely love Tilly and Vex (the other two are okay too, lol). This is the final leg of their epic journey, and I devoured it! Tilly is strong, and I love how her painful journey is unraveling. There are some epic twists; I was surprised, hurt, and loved every minute of it! Vex and the boys support Tilly and complement her perfectly. About halfway through, I thought everything was wrapping up nicely and our girl would have her happy ever after. Then I realized I was only halfway, and I buckled in for the heartache, lol. This is one of my all-time favorites, and I have all three books in my basket for purchase because I need the trophies for my shelf, not just the fantastic ebooks. I'll be really tempted to grab the audio if this series makes it there because I need all the versions!
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50 reviews19 followers
March 4, 2025
Can you take a moment to chill? Nope

Ok, first and formost YESSSS QUEEN!!! Matilda and her men show that once you have your team in place, with love nothing can stop you, nothing can break you, never gonna give them up never gonna let you down... sorry.... brain broke for a moment there! This final chapter of the series is action packed, starting from page one and on to the last page. Curve balls, chills, thrills, twists, turns it does not stop, and you don't want it too. I am always a side kick girl and Honestly Chaos is probably my favorite ever. Tilly is strong and she just needed some boosts to have the girl power to show exactly who she is.
I will say I am DYING for the next series to start because there are some characters I NEED to see get their HEA
Profile Image for Erin Wells.
59 reviews1 follower
March 4, 2025
great ending!

Loved this final book in the series! Tilly is a wonderful character - strong and able to overcome so much that her family has put her through! She has 3 amazing guys by her side willing to do anything for her, and I’m totally obsessed with them! Hands down they are some of my favorite characters. I enjoyed reading new types of characters that were from Hell and Vex who we met in another series. It was great to see his happily ever after. Also loving her familiar - not your typical familiar which makes it interesting. This is a must read, the whole story is action packed and keeps you on your toes.
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3,963 reviews62 followers
March 2, 2025
So much was packed into this last book in this series!! Nothing stopped the fast paced action, cracking plot twists and turns in it all the way through it.

Matilda (FMC) has grown so much since the first book but in this one she totally came into her own and grew in strength. Both in character and her powers. As she grew so did the guys with their relationship with Matilda and as a tight knit dynamic. Relying on each other. Family, trust and love was a major factor in this finale. I can't tell you how much I loved reading this series. Just bloody brilliant.
Profile Image for Carmen Alicea.
867 reviews16 followers
March 11, 2025
Curse Broken is your next obsession if you love dark academia, high-stakes magic, and a heroine who refuses to play by the rules. MistHallow Academy is on the brink of collapse.

Ancient threats are closing in, and Tilly? She's done running. With a deadly bond that could either save or destroy everything, passion burns as fiercely as the chaos unraveling around them.

Why-choose romance? Check. Dark, dangerous magic? Double check. A heroine ready to break every rule? Hell yes.

Sinfully steamy and action-packed, this is a must-read for dark fantasy romance lovers!

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592 reviews7 followers
March 4, 2025
Oh my this completes the series perfectly

Oh my! This series is the ultimate! My personal favourite in paranormal academy - the characters are to d!€ for (lucky there's a smegsy necromancer) and the what the guys come together to be a unit is beautiful to watch as they struggle to put aside lifelong grievances, but they do manage it and they are so strong together. Exquisite story that had me captivated from the first word until the last full stop
2,600 reviews15 followers
March 5, 2025
The ending you didn't know you needed! This is just a perfect ending and I for sure hope there's more to come in MistHallow Academy but knowing the author there for sure is more to come and I'm here for it. The story is continuing and I love the characters already so much but to see Matilda grow into her new role? Chef's kiss really. Love a strong girl and she is absolutely a firecracker and words can't describe really what I feel after finishing. Maybe my new favorite book by this author!
Profile Image for Karen.
38 reviews1 follower
March 5, 2025
Eve Newton is a phenomenal writer. And this book delivered. Curse Broken is the third and final book in this series at MistHallow. Eve has a way of twisting things that you really don't expect. Her characters are enchanting. Matilda the FMC and her men Vex, Luc, and Draven are exceptionally well written. I had a hard time with choosing a favorite between Vex and Draven. This is a must read series it draws you in and keeps you in.
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1,981 reviews16 followers
March 5, 2025
Fantastic ending to this series. This is the third and last book in the Misthallow Academy series. Been waiting for this one. First off love being back with Tilly. I really really liked her as FMC. Loved the guys as well.( Who doesn’t love Vex)
I was so into this story!!! The action and spice in this story made it a page turned. Otherwise known as I was obsessed with this book. I lovedthis book. Definitely a bunch of characters I will miss. Highly recommend reading this one. So good!!
378 reviews5 followers
March 3, 2025
Curse Broken delivers a thrilling and steamy conclusion to the trilogy! The Misthallow setting is a favorite world and I love revisiting it and the focus on new magical elements in each set of stories keeps the series feeling inventive. Plus, the witty banter—especially from the adorable Chaos—was a total delight!
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202 reviews2 followers
March 4, 2025
The conclusion of Matilda's story was epic. She finally realized who and what she is, and she took no s**t doing it!! Her relationships with the guys evolved and cemented into something amazing. They realized they had depths to them they never realized existed. I was sad to see this series end, but I'm excited for what's to come next...(cough, cough) Blackthorn!
44 reviews
March 8, 2025
Everyone needs some Chaos...

This is it the final book of the trio, and it definitely exceeds all expectations! I love the little twists that are put in. You will not regret reading this series, and be a little jealous that Tilly has Chaos... really, I need an araxi in my life... and maybe Draven, Luc, and Vex *wink wink*
709 reviews5 followers
March 10, 2025
The Curse Broken is the final book in the Cursed Descent series placed in the MistHallow Academy universe. Matilda and her guys let nothing stop them. There are so many twists and turns in this series. The action never stops. I was so engulfed in this book from the beginning. I highly recommend this series.
1,210 reviews3 followers
August 30, 2025
Good Read

This book brought the story to an epic conclusion which had me turning pages just to find out what happened next. I loved the story and the fact that just as it seemed everything wrapped up something would send everything sideways. The characters were great and I loved each and every one of them by the end. I would recommend giving this book a read.
6,478 reviews22 followers
March 4, 2025
Tilly has grown so much from when we first met her to now. But that wasn't the only growth to be seen in really loved what the group dynamics became and how much of a family unit they became. This was an amaizng way to conclude this seriea
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617 reviews1 follower
March 5, 2025
Love it!!!

Amazing ending to an amazing series! This book is full of action and is unpredictable too, wow! The connections made with the characters are so steamy and so very romantic! I adore the ending!
Profile Image for Megan Sanchez.
46 reviews
March 7, 2025
What a story! Tilly and the gang are back to show us that with each other, anything is possible! This book had to many twists and turns, I felt like I was on a rollercoaster! What an exceptional continuation to their story. Highly recommend!
195 reviews
March 18, 2025
The troubles never ceased ...

At times, I was uncertain anything could go right for this quad. Every time you think something is settled, bam, new problem. That being said, it was still a very enjoyable read. I really liked the epilogue as well.
1,855 reviews8 followers
April 24, 2025
Curse Broken

This is Tilly and her mens last books and a lot happens to stabilize magic. The growth the characters exhibit is life changing and the little bit at the end makes you want more.
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273 reviews14 followers
August 31, 2025
too busy

I feel like I was getting yelled at the entire book. The characters were either contemplative or screaming. The trips back and forth under Misthallow got really freaking old too. I guess this just felt very un-climatic to me. #letdown
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340 reviews1 follower
March 7, 2025
the brother

U had to know he was coming back! Don’t leave loose ends! That never works out the way u want it to!
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819 reviews12 followers
March 7, 2025
3.5/5 ⭐️

I enjoyed this one a bit more than the second book.
Honestly it's getting 3.5 stars due to the bath scene with chaos 😂😂
24 reviews
March 10, 2025
1st series for me and this author. Solid all away around and I am not usually one for the ending trope BUT I love the set up. Will be for sure reading more from this author.
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