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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
44 books1,455 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.
September 11, 2025
Loving the continuous story of the fire stone academy.
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.
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.
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.
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.
July 17, 2025
Literally amazing!
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!! 🙌✨
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.
August 19, 2025
Mehhh…the book itself is a good read. I’m just not a fan of Briony (The main FMC) she’s so immature it makes my eye twitch. I was hoping for a little more growth in this book, but alas not so much. Towards the VERY end we get to see that backbone come out to play. Fingers crossed that that momentum keeps up!
Now sweet sweet Theo, he also needs some work, but I feel like he has made a more significant leap than Briony. As well as Fox and even Claire. Briony aside I am invested in this story soooo much! Although I’m on the fence about reading as they release or waiting until it’s completed 😏 I think I may be spoiled by Hannah’s OV books with all of her badass FMCs.
I shall hold my judgement on the entire series until the very end!
Now sweet sweet Theo, he also needs some work, but I feel like he has made a more significant leap than Briony. As well as Fox and even Claire. Briony aside I am invested in this story soooo much! Although I’m on the fence about reading as they release or waiting until it’s completed 😏 I think I may be spoiled by Hannah’s OV books with all of her badass FMCs.
I shall hold my judgement on the entire series until the very end!
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???
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.
June 28, 2025
I’ve always loved Hannah’s books and I’m honored to have been one of her readers to receive and ARC for this one.
The first one in this series start of with our FMC Briony going to the academy with the intentions to find out what happened to her sister. Of course it’s not the easiest task with the MMC not leaving her alone which make every other student also not leaving her alone to do what she came for. In this second one, the searching continues and her peers and the MMCs continue to pester her. This is just a very very diffuse description of the plot, I don’t want to give you any spoilers. But let me tell you, it is soooo good! 😏
If you are looking for fantasy, an exciting plot and just the right amount of slow burn and spice. This is for you! In this part of the series we get more insight of the main characters and get to know and love them more, if that’s even possible. The plot is plotting and the spice is spicing, if you know what I mean? 🔥🔥🔥
Even though we know it ends on a cliffhanger, as most of Hannah’s books do, I wasn’t ready for this one. I’m obviously gonna read it again when it’s released on July 2nd and then wallow until we get the next part.
Miss mam, you did it again and I can’t wait for the third book to drop. Greedy? Yes I know, but what can a girl do? Thank you again for sending med this ARC! 😍👏
The first one in this series start of with our FMC Briony going to the academy with the intentions to find out what happened to her sister. Of course it’s not the easiest task with the MMC not leaving her alone which make every other student also not leaving her alone to do what she came for. In this second one, the searching continues and her peers and the MMCs continue to pester her. This is just a very very diffuse description of the plot, I don’t want to give you any spoilers. But let me tell you, it is soooo good! 😏
If you are looking for fantasy, an exciting plot and just the right amount of slow burn and spice. This is for you! In this part of the series we get more insight of the main characters and get to know and love them more, if that’s even possible. The plot is plotting and the spice is spicing, if you know what I mean? 🔥🔥🔥
Even though we know it ends on a cliffhanger, as most of Hannah’s books do, I wasn’t ready for this one. I’m obviously gonna read it again when it’s released on July 2nd and then wallow until we get the next part.
Miss mam, you did it again and I can’t wait for the third book to drop. Greedy? Yes I know, but what can a girl do? Thank you again for sending med this ARC! 😍👏
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.
August 20, 2025
Awesome
I just blew through the 1st 2 books in 2 days. I was completely enthralled. Thankfully October isn't too far off for the next one. And the cliffhanger didn't make me want to strangle the Author. That was refreshing.
I just blew through the 1st 2 books in 2 days. I was completely enthralled. Thankfully October isn't too far off for the next one. And the cliffhanger didn't make me want to strangle the Author. That was refreshing.
July 12, 2025
Prepare to be Spellbound
SPARK OF SORCERY
***** ARC Review *****
Spark of Sorcery is the second book in @hannahhazewrites series 𝕿𝖍𝖊 𝕱𝖎𝖗𝖊𝖘𝖙𝖔𝖓𝖊 𝕬𝖈𝖆𝖉𝖊𝖒𝖞, and once again i have to tell you that this is one of my favorites fantasy, HR, fated mate, touch her and die, world building that I've read this year and I just didn't want it to finish.
Briony, our FMC, I felt that she had such a growing up in this book, more sure of herself, mere confident and just learning the ability to be loved and taking care of. That amazing new "character" born from the firestone just made me dream about having a stone of my own! I loved the relationship that they've built, I'm so excited to what the future will bring us with Blaze 🔥
Our MMC's Beaufort, Thorne, Dray and that dark, mysterious and delicious Professor Fox once again made it all worth it, I love that we learned so much more about them, and are these men hot and possessive! The chemistry is starting to boil out of the charts, and the relationship between the 5 is beginning to grow and I can't wait to see them all together like a family. I really, really felt my heart braking more than once regarding Thorne, it's definitely what I most look forward to read in the next book.
I cannot write about this book without once again addressing the supporting characters, Fly and Clare are stones regarding our girl, and that just makes me happy.
This second book also ends with a little cliffhanger that promises to change the plot as we known it and bringing a promise to get near the truth of what happened to Briony's sister.
Thank you so much Hannah, for giving me again this amazing opportunity. And now I'm just gonna stand here impatiently waiting for Taste of Thorns and the development of this amazing story about this simple and normal girl from Slate Quarter (is she?) 🔥
Most amazing tropes to expect:
🔺Reverse Harem
🔺Shadow Daddies
🔺Enemies to Lovers
🔺Magic Academy
🔺Shifters
🔺Force Proximity
🔺Fated Mates
🔺Found Family
🔺Touch Her and Die
🔺Paranormal Romance
“I’m serious. I want you just the way you are.”
“Even though I drive you crazy?” “Especially because you drive me crazy. There’s no one else I want, Briony. There’s no one I’m ever going to want. Only you.”
“Because fate has chosen me for you,” I say, turning his hand over and peering down at his wrist.
“Because I love you.”
(I love Beaufort 😍)
SPARK OF SORCERY
***** ARC Review *****
Spark of Sorcery is the second book in @hannahhazewrites series 𝕿𝖍𝖊 𝕱𝖎𝖗𝖊𝖘𝖙𝖔𝖓𝖊 𝕬𝖈𝖆𝖉𝖊𝖒𝖞, and once again i have to tell you that this is one of my favorites fantasy, HR, fated mate, touch her and die, world building that I've read this year and I just didn't want it to finish.
Briony, our FMC, I felt that she had such a growing up in this book, more sure of herself, mere confident and just learning the ability to be loved and taking care of. That amazing new "character" born from the firestone just made me dream about having a stone of my own! I loved the relationship that they've built, I'm so excited to what the future will bring us with Blaze 🔥
Our MMC's Beaufort, Thorne, Dray and that dark, mysterious and delicious Professor Fox once again made it all worth it, I love that we learned so much more about them, and are these men hot and possessive! The chemistry is starting to boil out of the charts, and the relationship between the 5 is beginning to grow and I can't wait to see them all together like a family. I really, really felt my heart braking more than once regarding Thorne, it's definitely what I most look forward to read in the next book.
I cannot write about this book without once again addressing the supporting characters, Fly and Clare are stones regarding our girl, and that just makes me happy.
This second book also ends with a little cliffhanger that promises to change the plot as we known it and bringing a promise to get near the truth of what happened to Briony's sister.
Thank you so much Hannah, for giving me again this amazing opportunity. And now I'm just gonna stand here impatiently waiting for Taste of Thorns and the development of this amazing story about this simple and normal girl from Slate Quarter (is she?) 🔥
Most amazing tropes to expect:
🔺Reverse Harem
🔺Shadow Daddies
🔺Enemies to Lovers
🔺Magic Academy
🔺Shifters
🔺Force Proximity
🔺Fated Mates
🔺Found Family
🔺Touch Her and Die
🔺Paranormal Romance
“I’m serious. I want you just the way you are.”
“Even though I drive you crazy?” “Especially because you drive me crazy. There’s no one else I want, Briony. There’s no one I’m ever going to want. Only you.”
“Because fate has chosen me for you,” I say, turning his hand over and peering down at his wrist.
“Because I love you.”
(I love Beaufort 😍)
June 25, 2025
The second book in the Firestone Academy series continues to deliver on the promise from Storm of Shadows, building on the mystery while shaping up the relationships and lore surrounding this world. Really enjoyed the ride and now I just need be patient as we wait for the series to continue with Taste of Thorns (book 3) in October!
Some critical things happen in book 2:
- Clare teaches Briony to befriend the library, and their research starts getting much more fruitful.
- Fly continues to prove he is the BEST and makes Briony a gorgeous dress.
- The Firestone finally cracks and gives us an adorable dragon friend, Blaze.
- The elephant in the room is finally weighed, confirming that the princes and Fox are all Briony's fated mates Each of the relationships does feel unique and separate as Briony navigates learning how to trust them all with the strong feelings they're all developing for each other. The men come to a truce in order to protect her, but the princes do not trust Fox and Fox doesn't trust them yet.
- As hinted at previously, we discover that Briony's sister had hidden powers, and all evidence of that was scrubbed from the academy documentation. Briony discovers her own power during the second trial, leaving us all at the end of the book with Fox ominously telling us she doesn't have shadow weaver powers at all, but something else entirely.
Some mostly unfounded predictions for the rest of the series after finishing book 2:
- Chekhov 's gun. I don't think we've seen the last of the student they read about who was banished in her sister's year for helping another student during the trials; it seemed too important to be a throwaway reminder that the officials are heartless. Briony might be banished for helping Thorne in the trial at the end of book 2, or they'll all have to run at some point, sending them all out of the realm. I suspect the banished student and the demons that they're at war with will all play a role in the rest of the series.
- The Firestone and dragon are inexplicably linked to Briony's hidden power; hence why they conveniently went "extinct" a few hundred years ago, and why they continue the academy, to stamp out whatever power she and her sister had.
- There's a fifth mate still to come. I have lots of reasons why I think that, but they're not important. Just let it be known that I have suspicions.
Some critical things happen in book 2:
- Clare teaches Briony to befriend the library, and their research starts getting much more fruitful.
- Fly continues to prove he is the BEST and makes Briony a gorgeous dress.
- The Firestone finally cracks and gives us an adorable dragon friend, Blaze.
- The elephant in the room is finally weighed, confirming that the princes and Fox are all Briony's fated mates Each of the relationships does feel unique and separate as Briony navigates learning how to trust them all with the strong feelings they're all developing for each other. The men come to a truce in order to protect her, but the princes do not trust Fox and Fox doesn't trust them yet.
- As hinted at previously, we discover that Briony's sister had hidden powers, and all evidence of that was scrubbed from the academy documentation. Briony discovers her own power during the second trial, leaving us all at the end of the book with Fox ominously telling us she doesn't have shadow weaver powers at all, but something else entirely.
Some mostly unfounded predictions for the rest of the series after finishing book 2:
- Chekhov 's gun. I don't think we've seen the last of the student they read about who was banished in her sister's year for helping another student during the trials; it seemed too important to be a throwaway reminder that the officials are heartless. Briony might be banished for helping Thorne in the trial at the end of book 2, or they'll all have to run at some point, sending them all out of the realm. I suspect the banished student and the demons that they're at war with will all play a role in the rest of the series.
- The Firestone and dragon are inexplicably linked to Briony's hidden power; hence why they conveniently went "extinct" a few hundred years ago, and why they continue the academy, to stamp out whatever power she and her sister had.
- There's a fifth mate still to come. I have lots of reasons why I think that, but they're not important. Just let it be known that I have suspicions.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
September 30, 2025
We finally got some answers about the firestone and Briony’s sister, which I appreciated.
Thorne was great in this book. I liked how he respected Briony’s choice to keep the firestone a secret, even though he didn’t think it was the best decision. That show of loyalty made him feel more trustworthy.
As for Dray and Beaufort, my opinion hasn’t really changed since the first book. They’re still overly protective and possessive in ways that feel more objectifying than romantic. Beaufort especially is just so demanding. They can say they love Briony all they want, but until I see them sacrifice something meaningful like their pride or truly start treating her as an equal rather than someone they constantly need to protect, I don’t fully buy into their “love.”
I’m worried the story is headed toward the whole “finding empowerment in submission” angle. Like I said in my review of the first book, I don’t think that works in this book. With Beaufort constantly ignoring Briony’s boundaries, thralls basically being sex slaves, and the major imbalance of power between her and the MMCs, her putting on the collar would feel like pure submission, not empowerment.
If she does end up wearing it, I really hope the guys wear a shiny collar too, so it’s mutual and shows that they all belong to each other. But honestly? I’d prefer if she never wears it at all.
Would I Recommend?: To those who read the first book, yes. Otherwise, no.
Thorne was great in this book. I liked how he respected Briony’s choice to keep the firestone a secret, even though he didn’t think it was the best decision. That show of loyalty made him feel more trustworthy.
As for Dray and Beaufort, my opinion hasn’t really changed since the first book. They’re still overly protective and possessive in ways that feel more objectifying than romantic. Beaufort especially is just so demanding. They can say they love Briony all they want, but until I see them sacrifice something meaningful like their pride or truly start treating her as an equal rather than someone they constantly need to protect, I don’t fully buy into their “love.”
I’m worried the story is headed toward the whole “finding empowerment in submission” angle. Like I said in my review of the first book, I don’t think that works in this book. With Beaufort constantly ignoring Briony’s boundaries, thralls basically being sex slaves, and the major imbalance of power between her and the MMCs, her putting on the collar would feel like pure submission, not empowerment.
If she does end up wearing it, I really hope the guys wear a shiny collar too, so it’s mutual and shows that they all belong to each other. But honestly? I’d prefer if she never wears it at all.
Would I Recommend?: To those who read the first book, yes. Otherwise, no.
June 28, 2025
It's probably the case that in at least 60% of cases with sequels, I can't get myself to finish the book, because it simply isn't nearly as good as the first. However, this is not the case here, because Hannah Haze delivers once again. The somewhat frustrating slow burn of the first book culminates in satisfyingly spicy scenes that are worth savoring. What I love about Hannah Haze is that this doesn't at all detract from the plot, which keeps you on your toes enough to be a page turner.
I do love it when side characters are well fleshed out enough to make the world interesting. Fly is hilarious, and I think I want him to be my best friend in real life. Mireen is a sweetheart and I love that she has her own storyline to give her what she deserves.
When it comes to RH, one of the pitfalls I hate to witness is when the harem isn't different enough from each other but this isn't the case for Thorne, Dray and Beaufort. They're all equally attractive in their own unique ways, and I can't wait too see more of them. And Fox is just tortured enough to make me want to cuddle him forever.
Briony is the kind of main character I can get behind. She is strong-willed, stubborn and yet not annoyingly so. I love that she rarely needs anyone saving her because even if she is relatively weak, her endurance is stunning. I would love to see her get stronger and think we will start to see that in the next book, which is why I honestly can't wait! So glad Hannah Haze isn't making us wait long. Also, can we take a moment to appreciate how she doesn't need an annoyingly heart-wrenching cliff hanger to keep us on the hook? Please share your wisdom with other authors, Hannah. You're a gem and I have no doubt I will enjoy all your upcoming books. Thank you!!
I do love it when side characters are well fleshed out enough to make the world interesting. Fly is hilarious, and I think I want him to be my best friend in real life. Mireen is a sweetheart and I love that she has her own storyline to give her what she deserves.
When it comes to RH, one of the pitfalls I hate to witness is when the harem isn't different enough from each other but this isn't the case for Thorne, Dray and Beaufort. They're all equally attractive in their own unique ways, and I can't wait too see more of them. And Fox is just tortured enough to make me want to cuddle him forever.
Briony is the kind of main character I can get behind. She is strong-willed, stubborn and yet not annoyingly so. I love that she rarely needs anyone saving her because even if she is relatively weak, her endurance is stunning. I would love to see her get stronger and think we will start to see that in the next book, which is why I honestly can't wait! So glad Hannah Haze isn't making us wait long. Also, can we take a moment to appreciate how she doesn't need an annoyingly heart-wrenching cliff hanger to keep us on the hook? Please share your wisdom with other authors, Hannah. You're a gem and I have no doubt I will enjoy all your upcoming books. Thank you!!
July 7, 2025
Good
WARNING! Cliffhanger! This one is pretty traumatic, rating a 5/5 on my trauma scale! That means if you hate when cliffhangers leave you wondering what the heck is happening, and whether everyone is ok, then you might want to purchase and wait until the next book is out!
Book two picks up where book one left off (after the very interesting prologue that is), with the events after the first trial (conveniently it also ends after a trial).
Yes, that means that this is absolutely not a standalone, but the second part of an intriguing series, filled with dark characters, and a fascinating heroine.
Briony is concerned with her secret; the stone we met at the end of the last book. Between the stone, and investigating the secrets surrounding her sister, she’s pretty busy, but she still manages to get closer with her men. That means that yes, there are a number of steamy scenes in this book, as well as the actual story itself.
For most of the book it is unclear as to why she is being targeted, but the second half of the book actually has some intriguing revelations, which definitely make us wonder just what is going on.
Told in multiple points of view, we get a few scenes from the male main characters view as well. This even shows a glimpse of the front line that is mentioned earlier in the series.
An engrossing read, this features a strong woman, determined (and at times a little misguided) whose fate seems to be crossing paths with the strongest people out there.
If you’re a fan of reverse harem fantasy, or don’t mind fantasy with RH steam, then this is an enjoyable story!
WARNING! Cliffhanger! This one is pretty traumatic, rating a 5/5 on my trauma scale! That means if you hate when cliffhangers leave you wondering what the heck is happening, and whether everyone is ok, then you might want to purchase and wait until the next book is out!
Book two picks up where book one left off (after the very interesting prologue that is), with the events after the first trial (conveniently it also ends after a trial).
Yes, that means that this is absolutely not a standalone, but the second part of an intriguing series, filled with dark characters, and a fascinating heroine.
Briony is concerned with her secret; the stone we met at the end of the last book. Between the stone, and investigating the secrets surrounding her sister, she’s pretty busy, but she still manages to get closer with her men. That means that yes, there are a number of steamy scenes in this book, as well as the actual story itself.
For most of the book it is unclear as to why she is being targeted, but the second half of the book actually has some intriguing revelations, which definitely make us wonder just what is going on.
Told in multiple points of view, we get a few scenes from the male main characters view as well. This even shows a glimpse of the front line that is mentioned earlier in the series.
An engrossing read, this features a strong woman, determined (and at times a little misguided) whose fate seems to be crossing paths with the strongest people out there.
If you’re a fan of reverse harem fantasy, or don’t mind fantasy with RH steam, then this is an enjoyable story!
July 3, 2025
Themes:
-discovering identity and destiny
-betrayal and trust
-love
-secrets
-magic
Spark of Sorcery is the second book in a new dark fantasy/paranormal why choose (reverse harem) series by Hannah Haze. We met Briony in book one and were introduced to her life when she entered Firestone Academy. While there, we soon learn that Beaufort Lincoln, Thorne Cadieux and Dray Eros are drawn to her as well as her teacher Fox Tudor. By the end of the book Briony has undergone the first trial but with horrible injuries.
Spark of Sorcery picks up with the three shadow weavers trying to figure out how to convince Briony she’s theirs. In this book, we get to see her grow and begin to stand up for herself as well as accept that she’s worthy of more. Her confidence definitely grows and it’s thanks to the guys and her best friends (Claire and Fly. Toss in not 1, but 4 possible mates and you’re in for a wild ride. Haze further deepens our knowledge of the magic system of this world while creating more curiosity.
The book gives more insight into the death of Briony’s sister, reveals hidden powers and unearths secrets. It also explores the darkness in the academy as well as the reason for said academy. Looking for answers has become even more perilous as Briony navigates those willing to harm her and the deadly challenges, not to mention trying to protect the stone and what it reveals.
This series is perfect for 16+ individuals who love unique spins on magic, why choose romance, and an air of mystery. I’d highly recommend giving this series a read!
-discovering identity and destiny
-betrayal and trust
-love
-secrets
-magic
Spark of Sorcery is the second book in a new dark fantasy/paranormal why choose (reverse harem) series by Hannah Haze. We met Briony in book one and were introduced to her life when she entered Firestone Academy. While there, we soon learn that Beaufort Lincoln, Thorne Cadieux and Dray Eros are drawn to her as well as her teacher Fox Tudor. By the end of the book Briony has undergone the first trial but with horrible injuries.
Spark of Sorcery picks up with the three shadow weavers trying to figure out how to convince Briony she’s theirs. In this book, we get to see her grow and begin to stand up for herself as well as accept that she’s worthy of more. Her confidence definitely grows and it’s thanks to the guys and her best friends (Claire and Fly. Toss in not 1, but 4 possible mates and you’re in for a wild ride. Haze further deepens our knowledge of the magic system of this world while creating more curiosity.
The book gives more insight into the death of Briony’s sister, reveals hidden powers and unearths secrets. It also explores the darkness in the academy as well as the reason for said academy. Looking for answers has become even more perilous as Briony navigates those willing to harm her and the deadly challenges, not to mention trying to protect the stone and what it reveals.
This series is perfect for 16+ individuals who love unique spins on magic, why choose romance, and an air of mystery. I’d highly recommend giving this series a read!
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
August 17, 2025
🌶️🌶️🌶️/5 spice (crazy plot & cool magic)
Pretty good follow up to book one! More things were actually answered this time, and there was much more progression in several aspects. I am still hooked, and cannot wait to see what happens next! I’m very curious how this will all tie together. I do still feel like there is almost too much going on in such widely different ways. It’s like there is so much happening that it just actually isn’t really clear what the main thing this book is about really. Jealousy? Love? Finding yourself? Magic? Dragons? Kings and Queens? Everything really, but also nothing is a main focus?? This book also is pretty cringe with it’s bullying and attempts of badassery. They are all supposed to be like 21 or so yet really they all seem between 12 and 16. I still don’t like how several characters use the same nicknames other characters use for the FMC while other characters only use one nickname every time for her. This isn’t an AMAZING book, but it’s good enough for the specific themes I like in books. I do feel a bit like this book and book one could have been combined and several things could have been left out. Sometimes the other POVs are a bit unnecessary especially because the other characters aren’t entirely all that interesting. Still really funny, and I do really enjoy the spice scenes except when a certain section of skin or lack of is described on appendages… luckily it seems to so far only be mentioned once at the first visual, but I personally don’t really want to read that line at all lol…
Pretty good follow up to book one! More things were actually answered this time, and there was much more progression in several aspects. I am still hooked, and cannot wait to see what happens next! I’m very curious how this will all tie together. I do still feel like there is almost too much going on in such widely different ways. It’s like there is so much happening that it just actually isn’t really clear what the main thing this book is about really. Jealousy? Love? Finding yourself? Magic? Dragons? Kings and Queens? Everything really, but also nothing is a main focus?? This book also is pretty cringe with it’s bullying and attempts of badassery. They are all supposed to be like 21 or so yet really they all seem between 12 and 16. I still don’t like how several characters use the same nicknames other characters use for the FMC while other characters only use one nickname every time for her. This isn’t an AMAZING book, but it’s good enough for the specific themes I like in books. I do feel a bit like this book and book one could have been combined and several things could have been left out. Sometimes the other POVs are a bit unnecessary especially because the other characters aren’t entirely all that interesting. Still really funny, and I do really enjoy the spice scenes except when a certain section of skin or lack of is described on appendages… luckily it seems to so far only be mentioned once at the first visual, but I personally don’t really want to read that line at all lol…
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