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The Firestone Academy #2
Spark of Sorcery
The Princes believe they can protect me. But what they don't understand is that no one is safe in the academy. Not even them.
We've survived one semester of deadly trials, but darker forces are gathering within these ancient walls.
We're all guarding secrets. All hiding bitter truths.
And while hunting for the truth may put my life at risk, it won't stop me from trying.
Who killed my sister?
Why is the stone I've kept hidden suddenly cracking?
And why do the three most powerful shadow weavers in the academy believe I belong to them?
I'm determined to find my answers before the academy claims another victim.
What I don't expect to I'm hiding secrets from myself—secrets that could shatter everything I thought I knew about who I am and what I'm capable of.
***Return to the dangerous halls of Firestone Academy, where romance burns as fiercely as magic, and every alliance comes with a price.***
Spark of Sorcery is the second book in the Firestone Academy series. This story will not complete in book two and contains some scenes that readers may find challenging.
We've survived one semester of deadly trials, but darker forces are gathering within these ancient walls.
We're all guarding secrets. All hiding bitter truths.
And while hunting for the truth may put my life at risk, it won't stop me from trying.
Who killed my sister?
Why is the stone I've kept hidden suddenly cracking?
And why do the three most powerful shadow weavers in the academy believe I belong to them?
I'm determined to find my answers before the academy claims another victim.
What I don't expect to I'm hiding secrets from myself—secrets that could shatter everything I thought I knew about who I am and what I'm capable of.
***Return to the dangerous halls of Firestone Academy, where romance burns as fiercely as magic, and every alliance comes with a price.***
Spark of Sorcery is the second book in the Firestone Academy series. This story will not complete in book two and contains some scenes that readers may find challenging.
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First published July 2, 2025
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Hannah Haze
47 books1,645 followersI'm Hannah Haze, a why choose paranormal romance author known for my sweet omegaverse books and not so sweet magical academy series. If you enjoy a touch of humour, a lot of steam and plenty of swoony, romantic moments; strong fmcs who know what they want and mmcs who vary from the devoted to obsessive, then I am the woman for you!
My other loves include long romantic walks in the countryside, undisturbed soaks in a hot bath and even hotter stories. I have one husband, three children, a very naughty cat and a new fluffy pupster. When I’m not writing stories, I’m thinking about stories, listening to stories, reading stories or dreaming about them.
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October 11, 2025
Book Two at Firestone Academy is pure, chaotic fun entertaining as hell and exactly the kind of rom-fantasy romp that doesn’t take itself too seriously. We’re back with Briony queen of messy choices and her sassy bestie Fry.
Tropes:
✔️Magic academy shenanigans
✔️Magical creatures
✔️Forbidden love
✔️Why-choose
Plus my beloved princes Dray, Thorne, and Beaufort. Dray stays an absolute menace in the best way, he does whatever he wants and I love that wild-boy energy.
This basically picks up right where Book One left off, serving more Thorne time thank you, a juicy mystery reveal, lots of spice, and plenty of laugh-out-loud moments. The worldbuilding is light, but that actually fits the vibe.
This is about good time vibe, banter, and heat, not homework and maps. If you’re in the mood for quick, flirty fun with magical hijinks, this book for you.
🎧🎶Audiobook note: the duet narration slaps. The voice work is distinct and playful, which makes the spicy scenes and prince chaos even more addictive.
💌Verdict: Hanna, you know I came back to be ruined right alongside Briony. I cannot wait for Book Three.
Tropes:
✔️Magic academy shenanigans
✔️Magical creatures
✔️Forbidden love
✔️Why-choose
Plus my beloved princes Dray, Thorne, and Beaufort. Dray stays an absolute menace in the best way, he does whatever he wants and I love that wild-boy energy.
This basically picks up right where Book One left off, serving more Thorne time thank you, a juicy mystery reveal, lots of spice, and plenty of laugh-out-loud moments. The worldbuilding is light, but that actually fits the vibe.
This is about good time vibe, banter, and heat, not homework and maps. If you’re in the mood for quick, flirty fun with magical hijinks, this book for you.
🎧🎶Audiobook note: the duet narration slaps. The voice work is distinct and playful, which makes the spicy scenes and prince chaos even more addictive.
💌Verdict: Hanna, you know I came back to be ruined right alongside Briony. I cannot wait for Book Three.
July 11, 2025
Very very slow
I think the characters needed to be younger. I don't see a 21 year old who's had such a hard life being this childish.
Briony's an idiot, there I said it, it has to be said.
Would it not make more sense to stay alive so she can find what happened to her sister? It's like she's on a mission to get killed every 5 seconds but "She can look after herself" with what exactly?? I've never been a fan of stubborn people, her obstinate determination to die and keep secrets got old real quick. We juggle her hating practically everyone, to hearing about her sister. It got tedious. I understand how someone so bitter could have no friends, even Fly was getting bored with her constant vitriol.
I still can't get over how the big bad got one paragraph. Is that not what we are here for?
These MMCs are some of the worst mates I've read about. Where is the care? The girl is freezing, they can literally make clothes and blankets from thin air. What do they do, offer her chocolate and flowers. I can't even.....
Book 1 had me annoyed with her characterisation, book 2 I skimmed just to get to the end. I don't have the patience for book 3. All we know by the end of book 2 is what Briony was keeping a secret anyway. I think we had all guessed where the plot reveals where going.
I won't be reading book 3 I've had enough of Briony.
I think the characters needed to be younger. I don't see a 21 year old who's had such a hard life being this childish.
Briony's an idiot, there I said it, it has to be said.
Would it not make more sense to stay alive so she can find what happened to her sister? It's like she's on a mission to get killed every 5 seconds but "She can look after herself" with what exactly?? I've never been a fan of stubborn people, her obstinate determination to die and keep secrets got old real quick. We juggle her hating practically everyone, to hearing about her sister. It got tedious. I understand how someone so bitter could have no friends, even Fly was getting bored with her constant vitriol.
I still can't get over how the big bad got one paragraph. Is that not what we are here for?
These MMCs are some of the worst mates I've read about. Where is the care? The girl is freezing, they can literally make clothes and blankets from thin air. What do they do, offer her chocolate and flowers. I can't even.....
Book 1 had me annoyed with her characterisation, book 2 I skimmed just to get to the end. I don't have the patience for book 3. All we know by the end of book 2 is what Briony was keeping a secret anyway. I think we had all guessed where the plot reveals where going.
I won't be reading book 3 I've had enough of Briony.
September 11, 2025
Loving the continuous story of the fire stone academy.
September 5, 2025
Quickly realised I was pushing myself to read this book in order to finish it, and I actually wasn't enjoying it.
December 16, 2025
Un 2e tome qui m'a plu et que j'ai trouvé entrainant. Si l'intrigue en elle-même semble un peu clichée et que certaines choses restent prévisibles, j'ai aimé suivre notre héroïne dans sa quête pour savoir ce qui est arrivé à sa sœur (on se doute bien de quelque chose, mais plus on avance et moins cela semble si simple).
Les scènes d'actions et de rebondissements tiennent en haleine tout comme les différentes romances avec les Princes et un certain professeur.
Dans l'ensemble, j'ai lu cette suite avec plaisir. Briony est un personnage qui évolue progressivement, tout comme les autres protagonistes. C'est une lecture simple, plaisante. Une romance de harem inversé dans un univers d'urban fantasy/fantasy banal et pas très développé, mais ce n'est pas ce que je retiens de cette lecture.
À lire pour passer un moment sans prise de tête.
Les scènes d'actions et de rebondissements tiennent en haleine tout comme les différentes romances avec les Princes et un certain professeur.
Dans l'ensemble, j'ai lu cette suite avec plaisir. Briony est un personnage qui évolue progressivement, tout comme les autres protagonistes. C'est une lecture simple, plaisante. Une romance de harem inversé dans un univers d'urban fantasy/fantasy banal et pas très développé, mais ce n'est pas ce que je retiens de cette lecture.
À lire pour passer un moment sans prise de tête.
July 28, 2025
Another riveting story in this series. You begin to find out more about Briony and the secrets she holds close. She so wants to trust someone but given the way her life has gone so far, who? Several twists along the way and I feel like there is more to come that is going to be equally as entertaining.
August 14, 2025
Briony is an idiot
July 4, 2025
Absolutely mesmerizing
I really didn’t want this book to end…. I can normally read a full book this size in a day when it’s the kind of series story that I can’t put down. This was one that I didn’t want to put down nor did I want it to end. I’m SOOO glad Blaze her new pet from the Firestone was not part of the last trial. I was dreading reading that and Hannah really surprised me with that last one. They didn’t have any hints or insights to the type of trial. As usual, she goes last, and it’s rigged. As per the usual. It was for each person to face their fears. Her worst fear was her step mom, she froze up at first but then remembered her anger, now that she has a back bone, she stood up to her. Then she’s whisked into someone else’s worst fear. I’m thinking it’s a memory though, hers and their new person Thorne. The bond mate that can’t touch anyone due to his curse. He’s being attacked by demons and she’s running to get to him, to protect him since he refuses too. And the “special”ness she described her sister as, also makes her special. She uses her “specialness” on the demons and lights them up with fire. Is this a coincidence because of Blaze? I don’t think so. I think the gods were doing their best to protect her until she “emerged” or something. She’s something they probably haven’t seen in hundreds of years, probably since the last dragon rider. I completely believe it’s connected with Blaze. Professor Fox Tudor, another mate, it turns out bundles her up once the memory or vision or whatever fear trial it was out of the area. I know Fox said that the guys had Thorne and he was going to be ok but I expected them to be there for her too. It makes me wonder that if they were injured in this vision of sorts, would it also transcend to real life? Truly, this book had it all. Bryoni was actually vulnerable with the guys, she told Flyn and Thorne about the Firestone and Blaze. She opened up to Fox, and each of the guys. She was bullied and almost died in an attack while the guys were gone but Beaufort was able to get the ring leader kicked out and removed from her quarter to live in the Slate quarter which is where Bryoni came from. It was incredible reading about Odessa being escorted from the academy, since Odessa was a grade A Bitch. The mean popular girl, always gas lightening and instigating bullying tactics against Bryoni. It was perfect. I just wish that small bit was a bit longer. After everything Odessa did to Bryoni, I think Bryoni was owed a bit more but at least this works. We all know how ppl in the Slate quarter survive in basically nothing. I’m just so sad that this book is over and the next one won’t be out For EVER. Seriously loved this book. Hannah sure knows how to suck a reader in, feel the characters emotions so deeply that it’s hard to tell which are mine and which are Bryoni’s, or Beaufort, or Thorne or Dray. Can’t forget Fox. Bryoni sure has some incredible mates. Can’t wait to read the next one.
I really didn’t want this book to end…. I can normally read a full book this size in a day when it’s the kind of series story that I can’t put down. This was one that I didn’t want to put down nor did I want it to end. I’m SOOO glad Blaze her new pet from the Firestone was not part of the last trial. I was dreading reading that and Hannah really surprised me with that last one. They didn’t have any hints or insights to the type of trial. As usual, she goes last, and it’s rigged. As per the usual. It was for each person to face their fears. Her worst fear was her step mom, she froze up at first but then remembered her anger, now that she has a back bone, she stood up to her. Then she’s whisked into someone else’s worst fear. I’m thinking it’s a memory though, hers and their new person Thorne. The bond mate that can’t touch anyone due to his curse. He’s being attacked by demons and she’s running to get to him, to protect him since he refuses too. And the “special”ness she described her sister as, also makes her special. She uses her “specialness” on the demons and lights them up with fire. Is this a coincidence because of Blaze? I don’t think so. I think the gods were doing their best to protect her until she “emerged” or something. She’s something they probably haven’t seen in hundreds of years, probably since the last dragon rider. I completely believe it’s connected with Blaze. Professor Fox Tudor, another mate, it turns out bundles her up once the memory or vision or whatever fear trial it was out of the area. I know Fox said that the guys had Thorne and he was going to be ok but I expected them to be there for her too. It makes me wonder that if they were injured in this vision of sorts, would it also transcend to real life? Truly, this book had it all. Bryoni was actually vulnerable with the guys, she told Flyn and Thorne about the Firestone and Blaze. She opened up to Fox, and each of the guys. She was bullied and almost died in an attack while the guys were gone but Beaufort was able to get the ring leader kicked out and removed from her quarter to live in the Slate quarter which is where Bryoni came from. It was incredible reading about Odessa being escorted from the academy, since Odessa was a grade A Bitch. The mean popular girl, always gas lightening and instigating bullying tactics against Bryoni. It was perfect. I just wish that small bit was a bit longer. After everything Odessa did to Bryoni, I think Bryoni was owed a bit more but at least this works. We all know how ppl in the Slate quarter survive in basically nothing. I’m just so sad that this book is over and the next one won’t be out For EVER. Seriously loved this book. Hannah sure knows how to suck a reader in, feel the characters emotions so deeply that it’s hard to tell which are mine and which are Bryoni’s, or Beaufort, or Thorne or Dray. Can’t forget Fox. Bryoni sure has some incredible mates. Can’t wait to read the next one.
December 6, 2025
That’s how it’s done!
I won’t lie, I didn’t expect this book to be what it was. A lot of second books are still very vague when it comes to any kind of answer. Don’t get me wrong, there are still many, many questions to be answered, but we do get a few answers.
Briony is starting to find her footing with some of her guys. The steam is steamy to be sure, but there are also some meaningful moments that allow for a lot of character growth.
We find out just exactly what is up with that cracked stone, and I for one, cannot wait to see what comes after everyone else learns about it too. Briony is starting to learn how to trust. As a result her friends are very helpful in a lot of ways.
As you would expect, our girl nearly get unalived several times. Her stubbornness knows no bounds however, so she is still refusing the protection offered by being a Thrall. I completely understand why she feels that way, but at what point are you cutting your nose off to spite your face?
I liked that we got to learn more about the princes. We even get to see them in action, which I wasn’t expecting. We also learn a bit about the professor. I had already figured out what he was, but having a clearer picture of the how’s and why’s was nice.
Overall, I was pleased with the outcome of this installment. The cliff isn’t too bad, but I am certainly glad I can start book three right away.
If you liked the first book, you should enjoy this one too.
I won’t lie, I didn’t expect this book to be what it was. A lot of second books are still very vague when it comes to any kind of answer. Don’t get me wrong, there are still many, many questions to be answered, but we do get a few answers.
Briony is starting to find her footing with some of her guys. The steam is steamy to be sure, but there are also some meaningful moments that allow for a lot of character growth.
We find out just exactly what is up with that cracked stone, and I for one, cannot wait to see what comes after everyone else learns about it too. Briony is starting to learn how to trust. As a result her friends are very helpful in a lot of ways.
As you would expect, our girl nearly get unalived several times. Her stubbornness knows no bounds however, so she is still refusing the protection offered by being a Thrall. I completely understand why she feels that way, but at what point are you cutting your nose off to spite your face?
I liked that we got to learn more about the princes. We even get to see them in action, which I wasn’t expecting. We also learn a bit about the professor. I had already figured out what he was, but having a clearer picture of the how’s and why’s was nice.
Overall, I was pleased with the outcome of this installment. The cliff isn’t too bad, but I am certainly glad I can start book three right away.
If you liked the first book, you should enjoy this one too.
July 17, 2025
Literally amazing!
February 1, 2026
3,5 ⭐️ was soll ich sagen.. es hat mir auf jeden Fall alles gegeben was ich von so einem Buch gebraucht hab 😅
July 24, 2025
Spending the whole prologue calling the ‘rounded stone,’ that called out to her in the woods, an ‘egg,’ then spending a third of the book wondering why her ‘stone’ is cracking, is the perfect depiction of the unimpressive and lazy writing happening here.
Just like when someone describes ridding themselves of a residual evidence pertaining to a certain supernatural being and then we’re supposed to be surprised when it’s revealed that’s exactly what they are.
It doesn’t make us feel smart for being right.
It actually implies that the author thinks we’re dumb.
The ending is interesting but, again, not written well enough to bode well for the rest of the series.
Just like when someone describes ridding themselves of a residual evidence pertaining to a certain supernatural being and then we’re supposed to be surprised when it’s revealed that’s exactly what they are.
It doesn’t make us feel smart for being right.
It actually implies that the author thinks we’re dumb.
The ending is interesting but, again, not written well enough to bode well for the rest of the series.
July 23, 2025
my suspicions of fox were confirmed ☑️
anyways I like him and thorne but the fmc annoyed me and it was sooo slow paced. I think the author wants her to come across as a strong assertive independent woman but for me she came across like a stubborn child. Yes you can be independent and strong but what makes you strong and wise if knowing when to ask for help too cause as we see in book 1 & 2 this girl is not strong at all….
don’t think ill read the 3rd book
anyways I like him and thorne but the fmc annoyed me and it was sooo slow paced. I think the author wants her to come across as a strong assertive independent woman but for me she came across like a stubborn child. Yes you can be independent and strong but what makes you strong and wise if knowing when to ask for help too cause as we see in book 1 & 2 this girl is not strong at all….
don’t think ill read the 3rd book
July 4, 2025
Okay listen — book two in a series is always my favourite and Spark of Sorcery delivered everything I wanted and then some. It’s like the training wheels are off and now we’re speeding down a hill into DRAMA TOWN 😍. There’s more magic, more danger, and finally that romantic tension starts blossoming into real connections. I was glued to the pages, giddy over the spice, and just loving how the story deepened in so many clever ways. And that cliffhanger? Manageable. I didn’t scream into a pillow (this time) but I am pacing until book three. 👀
✨ What I Loved About This Book
Character Growth and Secrets Revealed 💥
Briony really starts to shine in this one. We get a clearer look at who she is and what she’s been keeping to herself 👀. And oof — those secrets?! Gimme more! The deeper emotional beats land really nicely here too, and it’s so satisfying to see trust finally forming in her tangled relationships.
Romance + Spice = YES PLEASE 💘🌶️
The tension from book one definitely pays off here. The chemistry starts simmering into something much more intense, and honestly… we love to see it.
Touch her and die? ✔️
Forced proximity? ✔️
Professor/student tension?? 👀✔️✔️
It’s all happening and I am living.
Worldbuilding, but Make It Fun 🐉✨
Dragons. Vampires. Magic. Academia. Need I say more?! The lore keeps expanding in a way that’s exciting but not overwhelming. Everything is richer, deeper, and just cooler this time around. Also – a little sprinkle of danger in that academic setting? Absolute chef’s kiss.
Not-Too-Heavy, But Still Hooked 🎣
This book doesn’t drag you through emotional mud (thank goodness), but it does keep you completely invested. There’s action, heart, humour, and enough twists to keep you flipping pages way past your bedtime. And hey — I respect a book that can be deliciously addictive without destroying me emotionally 😅.
📚 The Tropes
Why Choose 💕
Fated Mates 🔮
Academia Setting 🏫
Vampires & Shifters 🧛♂️🐺
Enemies to Lovers ❤️🔥
Who Did This to You 😭
Forced Proximity 🛏️
Touch Her and Die 😤
Professor x Student 👨🏫💋
Found Family Vibes 🫶
🖋 Favourite Quotes
🎀 Ending Summary
Spark of Sorcery is everything you want in a second book: higher stakes, deeper feelings, and spicier scenes 😏. It builds beautifully on the foundation of book one and pulls you further into this magical, mysterious, and swoon-heavy world. Briony is the kind of heroine who keeps you curious, and her guys? Yeah... they’ve got layers. This one’s all about trust, desire, and finding out who’s really on your side — with some dragons, danger, and drama sprinkled on top. Roll on book three already!! 🙌✨
✨ What I Loved About This Book
Character Growth and Secrets Revealed 💥
Briony really starts to shine in this one. We get a clearer look at who she is and what she’s been keeping to herself 👀. And oof — those secrets?! Gimme more! The deeper emotional beats land really nicely here too, and it’s so satisfying to see trust finally forming in her tangled relationships.
Romance + Spice = YES PLEASE 💘🌶️
The tension from book one definitely pays off here. The chemistry starts simmering into something much more intense, and honestly… we love to see it.
Touch her and die? ✔️
Forced proximity? ✔️
Professor/student tension?? 👀✔️✔️
It’s all happening and I am living.
Worldbuilding, but Make It Fun 🐉✨
Dragons. Vampires. Magic. Academia. Need I say more?! The lore keeps expanding in a way that’s exciting but not overwhelming. Everything is richer, deeper, and just cooler this time around. Also – a little sprinkle of danger in that academic setting? Absolute chef’s kiss.
Not-Too-Heavy, But Still Hooked 🎣
This book doesn’t drag you through emotional mud (thank goodness), but it does keep you completely invested. There’s action, heart, humour, and enough twists to keep you flipping pages way past your bedtime. And hey — I respect a book that can be deliciously addictive without destroying me emotionally 😅.
📚 The Tropes
Why Choose 💕
Fated Mates 🔮
Academia Setting 🏫
Vampires & Shifters 🧛♂️🐺
Enemies to Lovers ❤️🔥
Who Did This to You 😭
Forced Proximity 🛏️
Touch Her and Die 😤
Professor x Student 👨🏫💋
Found Family Vibes 🫶
🖋 Favourite Quotes
🎀 Ending Summary
Spark of Sorcery is everything you want in a second book: higher stakes, deeper feelings, and spicier scenes 😏. It builds beautifully on the foundation of book one and pulls you further into this magical, mysterious, and swoon-heavy world. Briony is the kind of heroine who keeps you curious, and her guys? Yeah... they’ve got layers. This one’s all about trust, desire, and finding out who’s really on your side — with some dragons, danger, and drama sprinkled on top. Roll on book three already!! 🙌✨
February 18, 2026
I have no idea what kind of crack-like, absolutely addictive substance is injected into these books but it should be researched. Sleep? Who needs that? Other hobbies? What even are those?
We pick up where we left off in the previous book but things go from whaaat to absolute craziness here and honestly? I’m so freaking here for it.
Thorne is just EVERYTHING. A broody, tortured shadow daddy giving major daddy vibes and then some? Yes please. Sign me the fuck up for more of that.
We’ve got Dray who is still giving huge Seth capella vibes but even more endearing and lovable in this book. The guy is straight green flags, super funny and you absolutely don’t want to be on his bad side (which you find out big time here).
Beaufort is really showing his empathetic side in this one, far less douche canoe moments from him and we love him now. (No, I will not be accepting any feedback on this, it’s just facts. He has really turned a corner here and will apologize and starts to show his heart more which of course, we love).
Fox is still just a whole ass question mark. Personally, I don’t know if the revelation for him here was supposed to be a surprise but I clocked it in book one. He definitely has a lot more to him and while we get some information, there are so many questions that you have by the end of this that you need answers for.
Briony, Briony, Briony. She finally accepts her feelings here and learns that she can have unconditional love without being abused. We of course, love this for her. The final twist though? Jaw. On. The. F*cking. Floor.
I need answers immediately and I’ve gotta say, I’m super worried for her and her guys based on the final events in this book.
5⭐️
3🌶️
We pick up where we left off in the previous book but things go from whaaat to absolute craziness here and honestly? I’m so freaking here for it.
Thorne is just EVERYTHING. A broody, tortured shadow daddy giving major daddy vibes and then some? Yes please. Sign me the fuck up for more of that.
We’ve got Dray who is still giving huge Seth capella vibes but even more endearing and lovable in this book. The guy is straight green flags, super funny and you absolutely don’t want to be on his bad side (which you find out big time here).
Beaufort is really showing his empathetic side in this one, far less douche canoe moments from him and we love him now. (No, I will not be accepting any feedback on this, it’s just facts. He has really turned a corner here and will apologize and starts to show his heart more which of course, we love).
Fox is still just a whole ass question mark. Personally, I don’t know if the revelation for him here was supposed to be a surprise but I clocked it in book one. He definitely has a lot more to him and while we get some information, there are so many questions that you have by the end of this that you need answers for.
Briony, Briony, Briony. She finally accepts her feelings here and learns that she can have unconditional love without being abused. We of course, love this for her. The final twist though? Jaw. On. The. F*cking. Floor.
I need answers immediately and I’ve gotta say, I’m super worried for her and her guys based on the final events in this book.
5⭐️
3🌶️
July 2, 2025
5 ⭐️
3 🔥
Why Choose
Dark Fantasy Romance
Magic Academy Setting
Enemies to Lovers
Slow Burn
Shadow Daddies
Shifters
Forced Proximity
Fated Mates
Who Did This?
Touch Her & 💀
Found Family
Deadly Trials
Cliffhanger
⚠️This is a dark fantasy romance and does contain dark elements. Please check content/trigger warnings.⚠️
This is book two of Firestone Academy, and it was SO GOOD!! The slow burn finally starts burning, we get answers to questions and there is so much character development! Briony is our FMC and is from Slate Quarter, the poorest of the Quarters & those without magic. In book one, we follow her as she endures her first year at the academy. She was just trying to lie low, and find out who killed her sister & why. But, she quickly grabs the attention of the most powerful shadow weavers in the academy, from Onyx Quarter, the richest and most powerful magic wielders of the Quarters: Beaufort, Dray & Thorne. This quickly put her front and center, where she receives the most unwanted attention. She is bullied by her fellow students, and there is definitely some strange things happening within this magical academy. This book definitely didn’t suffer from second book syndrome, and is fact my favorite of the series so far! I can’t wait for book 3!!
Thank you Hannah Haze for the ARC!
3 🔥
Why Choose
Dark Fantasy Romance
Magic Academy Setting
Enemies to Lovers
Slow Burn
Shadow Daddies
Shifters
Forced Proximity
Fated Mates
Who Did This?
Touch Her & 💀
Found Family
Deadly Trials
Cliffhanger
⚠️This is a dark fantasy romance and does contain dark elements. Please check content/trigger warnings.⚠️
This is book two of Firestone Academy, and it was SO GOOD!! The slow burn finally starts burning, we get answers to questions and there is so much character development! Briony is our FMC and is from Slate Quarter, the poorest of the Quarters & those without magic. In book one, we follow her as she endures her first year at the academy. She was just trying to lie low, and find out who killed her sister & why. But, she quickly grabs the attention of the most powerful shadow weavers in the academy, from Onyx Quarter, the richest and most powerful magic wielders of the Quarters: Beaufort, Dray & Thorne. This quickly put her front and center, where she receives the most unwanted attention. She is bullied by her fellow students, and there is definitely some strange things happening within this magical academy. This book definitely didn’t suffer from second book syndrome, and is fact my favorite of the series so far! I can’t wait for book 3!!
Thank you Hannah Haze for the ARC!
July 24, 2025
Again fantastic book, also read this in less than 24 hours. Could not get enough. The mystery is fun and the secrets are fun. And a dragon! I love that for the FMC. I was pissed tho the book added her vampire professor as a fated mate. Like idk I was hoping we’d stick with the weird obsession thing and he’s just turn out to be a bad guy but no. Turns out he was vampire (which was hinted at but I wasn’t happy about it being confirmed), I feel like it’s cliche and why do it when the 3 other MMC’s are cooler and have better and more interesting relationships with the FMC. I like where those are heading, not thrilled about the professor-student thing. (Don’t get me wrong, the trope can be fun when done well see the broken bloodlines books) I don’t think this was done that well. It might get better who knows. Again the spice is rather tame and not that much of it imo. Can not wait for book 3 to release. Waiting at the edge of my seat.
February 12, 2026
La serie continua a piacermi e ad incuriosirmi, spero continui così e anzi migliori ancora e finalmente si entri davvero nella storia.
Non aspettatevi però eventi straordinari o elementi innovativi, questo libro, come anche quello precedente, sono molto ordinari, legati ai classici clichè del genere, con personaggi abbastanza stereotipati e la scrittrice usa la tattica di non permettere che i personaggi si confidino l'un l'altro, quindi mantenendo ognuno di loro qualche segreto, per diluire la trama, evidentemente, cosa frustrante, ma spero che dal terzo libro finalmente comincino a lavorare insieme.
Non aspettatevi però eventi straordinari o elementi innovativi, questo libro, come anche quello precedente, sono molto ordinari, legati ai classici clichè del genere, con personaggi abbastanza stereotipati e la scrittrice usa la tattica di non permettere che i personaggi si confidino l'un l'altro, quindi mantenendo ognuno di loro qualche segreto, per diluire la trama, evidentemente, cosa frustrante, ma spero che dal terzo libro finalmente comincino a lavorare insieme.
April 21, 2026
2.5⭐️
This book was sooo slow…
It feels a lot like book one, the plot is interesting, but it’s dragged out way too much.
I’m honestly getting tired of how stubborn she is. Like girl… just accept their help, you clearly can’t do this on your own 😭
The MMCs are getting sweeter though, and there are definitely a few more spicy scenes 🫦
But it’s so frustrating that the books have to be this long just for something new and exciting to happen in the very last chapters!!
I love plot twists and cliffhangers, but with this bookseries its annoying 😩
Not a bad book, still a lot of fun and exiting stuff but it could be a couple of less pages😅
This book was sooo slow…
It feels a lot like book one, the plot is interesting, but it’s dragged out way too much.
I’m honestly getting tired of how stubborn she is. Like girl… just accept their help, you clearly can’t do this on your own 😭
The MMCs are getting sweeter though, and there are definitely a few more spicy scenes 🫦
But it’s so frustrating that the books have to be this long just for something new and exciting to happen in the very last chapters!!
I love plot twists and cliffhangers, but with this bookseries its annoying 😩
Not a bad book, still a lot of fun and exiting stuff but it could be a couple of less pages😅
November 21, 2025
Spark of Sorcery by Hannah Haze – 3⭐
This one didn’t hit the same way as the first book. The story moved at a crawl, and I kept waiting for it to pick up. I still liked a few moments and a couple character beats, and that’s what kept me reading. It wasn’t bad, just slow and a bit flat compared to the start of the series. But there’s enough here that I’m sticking with it, and I’m hoping book three brings back the spark that made the first one work.
This one didn’t hit the same way as the first book. The story moved at a crawl, and I kept waiting for it to pick up. I still liked a few moments and a couple character beats, and that’s what kept me reading. It wasn’t bad, just slow and a bit flat compared to the start of the series. But there’s enough here that I’m sticking with it, and I’m hoping book three brings back the spark that made the first one work.
August 29, 2025
I’m not sure how but the FMC annoyed me even more in this book lol. Barely made an effort to dig into her sister’s death until halfway-ish but ends up putting the task onto her friend.
“I don’t need help” yet gets her ass kicked almost every time she comes across another student.
I mean, don’t get me wrong. I’m invested and will be finishing this series but B realllly needs to step it up.
“I don’t need help” yet gets her ass kicked almost every time she comes across another student.
I mean, don’t get me wrong. I’m invested and will be finishing this series but B realllly needs to step it up.
October 4, 2025
I swear this series has me eating out of the palm of it’s hand. I’m so invested in all the characters and the plot lines. I just know I’m going to be blindsided at some point. I have so many questions! And I need answers asap. It 100% checks all my boxes!
August 7, 2025
Nooooo, that cliffhanger & you’re telling me I have to wait until October to read the next one??? I’m not okay 😭😭😭😭
August 30, 2025
Wow. This book was really good
July 10, 2025
Couldn't put it down
I really enjoy this series! I couldn't put this book down and stayed up way past my bedtime reading it. Highly recommend.
I really enjoy this series! I couldn't put this book down and stayed up way past my bedtime reading it. Highly recommend.
August 30, 2025
2.5⭐️
What
Like actually what
I have no idea what happened in this book. Like not at all. I read it but I'm not sure I processed it because huh???
Like with the first book, I didn't found this all that good, not the characters, the world, the writing, anything. But I need more. Like I need the next book. What the hell???
What
Like actually what
I have no idea what happened in this book. Like not at all. I read it but I'm not sure I processed it because huh???
Like with the first book, I didn't found this all that good, not the characters, the world, the writing, anything. But I need more. Like I need the next book. What the hell???
April 21, 2026
I have reached a niche KU book!!! it is okay but like it’s dragging but also goes by so fast?? Can we have less fly and more Thorne and also can we please world build I am sick of the academy
July 3, 2025
This instalment is a masterpiece! It's all heating up in this book, full of wonder, shadows, and questions. We finally learn what the stone is that Briony has kept with her for years, and we get some answers about her sister. Her relationships with the men in her ife are coming along and growing stronger. Thorne, my heart bleeds for him. I can't wait for book three.
January 21, 2026
No Spark, Just Static: A Guide to Getting Nowhere by Chapter 24!
I gave this series a second chance hoping for growth, but unfortunately, it’s just more of the same—only messier. If this hadn’t been free on Kobo Plus, I would have DNF’d very early on—though unfortunately when I start something I NEED to finish it. This series turns out to be one of these "love to hate" ones.
This book feels like a collection of ideas harvested from better, more famous fantasy novels, but executed with significantly less skill. The world-building remains non-existent; two books in and I still have no grasp of how this world actually functions or what the stakes are.
-More tropes than Plot!-
The pacing is incredibly frustrating. "Events" occur constantly, but the plot never actually moves forward. Instead of answering the questions left over from book one, the author just piles on another subplot, as if adding more noise will distract from the lack of substance.The two books could easily have been one - with so many fillers I would guess the whole series could have been one book. You have really to try hard to follow the actual plot.
The character dynamics are exhausting and full of red flags. There is NO depth to any interaction. The decision to layer the "mate" trope on top of the "thrall" trope actually makes things worse for the character development, not better. Instead of creating a meaningful connection, it does the opposite—it feels like the relationship is being forced,this time by external biological "rules" rather than chemistry.
Every male character seems to exist solely to tell us how much they want to sleep with the FMC- usually very graphically. Meanwhile, the FMC spends half the second book still in a repetitive cycle of "I don't want this / actually I want this," which gets old by chapter three. Also, I’m not sure who the target audience is for the wolf-human intimacy scenes insinuated at points of the two books, but it felt more like a jarring attempt at shock value than a necessary part of the story.
-Final Verdict-
This is a derivative sequel that prioritizes "steam" over basic storytelling. If you are only here for the smut, go for it. However, I truly hope the author takes the time to refine their world-building and narrative structure in the future, as there is potential for a much stronger story beneath these overused tropes.
I gave this series a second chance hoping for growth, but unfortunately, it’s just more of the same—only messier. If this hadn’t been free on Kobo Plus, I would have DNF’d very early on—though unfortunately when I start something I NEED to finish it. This series turns out to be one of these "love to hate" ones.
This book feels like a collection of ideas harvested from better, more famous fantasy novels, but executed with significantly less skill. The world-building remains non-existent; two books in and I still have no grasp of how this world actually functions or what the stakes are.
-More tropes than Plot!-
The pacing is incredibly frustrating. "Events" occur constantly, but the plot never actually moves forward. Instead of answering the questions left over from book one, the author just piles on another subplot, as if adding more noise will distract from the lack of substance.The two books could easily have been one - with so many fillers I would guess the whole series could have been one book. You have really to try hard to follow the actual plot.
The character dynamics are exhausting and full of red flags. There is NO depth to any interaction. The decision to layer the "mate" trope on top of the "thrall" trope actually makes things worse for the character development, not better. Instead of creating a meaningful connection, it does the opposite—it feels like the relationship is being forced,this time by external biological "rules" rather than chemistry.
Every male character seems to exist solely to tell us how much they want to sleep with the FMC- usually very graphically. Meanwhile, the FMC spends half the second book still in a repetitive cycle of "I don't want this / actually I want this," which gets old by chapter three. Also, I’m not sure who the target audience is for the wolf-human intimacy scenes insinuated at points of the two books, but it felt more like a jarring attempt at shock value than a necessary part of the story.
-Final Verdict-
This is a derivative sequel that prioritizes "steam" over basic storytelling. If you are only here for the smut, go for it. However, I truly hope the author takes the time to refine their world-building and narrative structure in the future, as there is potential for a much stronger story beneath these overused tropes.
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