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Paranormal Public #1-3
Paranormal Public Omnibus Books 1-3
Over 1,000 5-star reviews on Goodreads for the first three books in the series. In this heart pounding tale a girl falls in love with a fallen angel and battles to save the paranormal world. Book 1, the journey begins, Paranormal Public One minute Charlotte Rollins is a normal girl, the next she's a freshman not at a normal college, but at Paranormal Public University, a school where paranormals of all kinds must co-exist. Her transition to this new and wonderful world is difficult. While Charlotte tries to learn magic, make new friends, and confront forbidden love, the demons - archenemies of the paranormals - are getting stronger. The demons are looking for something, and it turns out that Charlotte might just hold the key to finding it. Book 2, danger is near, Elemental Rising Demons are beating at the protections surrounding Public, and inside the safety of the grounds is a new threat, an old resentment that has nothing to do with demons but is born of a much more personal pain. Now Charlotte and her friends must stand together to protect each other, even if they don’t know from whom . . . until it’s too late. Book 3, a stand must be taken, Elemental Shining Battles come from every direction, and as the demons swarm Public it becomes clear that they want more than just the last elemental they want to wipe out every paranormal, and they are within reach of a way of doing it. Charlotte is the only thing that stands between the paranormals and destruction. Don't miss this epic story.
675 pages, Kindle Edition
First published October 10, 2014
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Maddy Edwards
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September 10, 2017
Great!
Excellent series! I'm enjoying following Charlotte and her eclectic mix of friends as they fight demons, classmates and professors alike. Trying to learn how to be a paranormal, and the ONLY elemental in existence is proving to be quite an effort. Luckily she has a group of friends that will fight to the death with- and for- her. Looking forward to the next omnibus.
Excellent series! I'm enjoying following Charlotte and her eclectic mix of friends as they fight demons, classmates and professors alike. Trying to learn how to be a paranormal, and the ONLY elemental in existence is proving to be quite an effort. Luckily she has a group of friends that will fight to the death with- and for- her. Looking forward to the next omnibus.
June 24, 2021
Important things to know about Paranormal Public Omnibus Books 1-3 are that a) this is a collection of the first three books in the Paranormal Public series, and b) that Paranormal Public is a university for people with paranormal abilities of various kinds. This makes it a little like Hogwarts in the Harry Potter world, but for older students. Before reading this book, I thought it was meant to be a story about a high school. Most of the students at Paranormal Public act more like high school students.
There are five groups at Paranormal Public, each with its own dorm. One is the Fallen Angels. Another is the vampires. A third is the pixies. And there is a miscellaneous group, kind of a catch-all for paranormals who don’t fit the other categories which includes, among other things, werewolves, dream-weavers, and mages. There is a final group, the Elementals, only there are not currently any elementals at Paranormal Public. They are all dead.
Charlotte Rollins is not aware of being a paranormal anything. She has been living with her half-brother and stepfather since her mother died a couple of years ago. Then one night, on her way home from work, she is pursued by a black dog with red eyes, hits her head, and the next thing she knows, she wakes up in the infirmary at Paranormal Public University, where her designated roommate, Sipythia Quest (known to everybody as Sip) is being all chirpy and cheerful and telling her all about the University. Sip turns out to be a werewolf. Charlotte had planned on going to a normal university, despite being unsure how she would pay for it. But before long she wouldn’t trade her life at Paranormal Public for anything, despite not knowing what paranormal ability she is supposed to have.
Charlotte has lots of adventures in her first semester. She manages to get on the bad side of the president. She acquires a boyfriend – a Fallen Angel, whose family doesn’t want him to associate with her. She and Sip befriend the school’s only Darkness Mage, Lisabelle Verlans. They fight demons.
Demons have always tried to destroy the paranormal world, and this year they seem to be making an extra effort. Then, quite by accident, Charlotte reveals herself as an Elemental. She drives back the demons all by herself one time, but that doesn’t exactly work all the time. Another time they try a technique that requires one of each paranormal type to band together to stop the demons. This technique is thought to be the paranormals’ strongest defense and is why elementals are so valuable. Since the death of the last elemental, the paranormals had been unable to use this defense until Charlotte showed up.
Among other problems, there seem to be some people inside Paranormal Public who are secretly working for the demons. At the end of the first book, they uncover one of these people. But by the second book – Charlotte’s second semester – the demons are back again, seemingly stronger than ever. By the third book, they are accompanied by hellhounds, and the casualties among the students are starting to get serious.
There are five groups at Paranormal Public, each with its own dorm. One is the Fallen Angels. Another is the vampires. A third is the pixies. And there is a miscellaneous group, kind of a catch-all for paranormals who don’t fit the other categories which includes, among other things, werewolves, dream-weavers, and mages. There is a final group, the Elementals, only there are not currently any elementals at Paranormal Public. They are all dead.
Charlotte Rollins is not aware of being a paranormal anything. She has been living with her half-brother and stepfather since her mother died a couple of years ago. Then one night, on her way home from work, she is pursued by a black dog with red eyes, hits her head, and the next thing she knows, she wakes up in the infirmary at Paranormal Public University, where her designated roommate, Sipythia Quest (known to everybody as Sip) is being all chirpy and cheerful and telling her all about the University. Sip turns out to be a werewolf. Charlotte had planned on going to a normal university, despite being unsure how she would pay for it. But before long she wouldn’t trade her life at Paranormal Public for anything, despite not knowing what paranormal ability she is supposed to have.
Charlotte has lots of adventures in her first semester. She manages to get on the bad side of the president. She acquires a boyfriend – a Fallen Angel, whose family doesn’t want him to associate with her. She and Sip befriend the school’s only Darkness Mage, Lisabelle Verlans. They fight demons.
Demons have always tried to destroy the paranormal world, and this year they seem to be making an extra effort. Then, quite by accident, Charlotte reveals herself as an Elemental. She drives back the demons all by herself one time, but that doesn’t exactly work all the time. Another time they try a technique that requires one of each paranormal type to band together to stop the demons. This technique is thought to be the paranormals’ strongest defense and is why elementals are so valuable. Since the death of the last elemental, the paranormals had been unable to use this defense until Charlotte showed up.
Among other problems, there seem to be some people inside Paranormal Public who are secretly working for the demons. At the end of the first book, they uncover one of these people. But by the second book – Charlotte’s second semester – the demons are back again, seemingly stronger than ever. By the third book, they are accompanied by hellhounds, and the casualties among the students are starting to get serious.
October 23, 2018
This is more of a 2.5 read. The idea is pretty great...but the execution leaves a lot to be desired. Sure our protagonist might be a bit slow to catch on, but our girl C and her friends took a third of the book to figure things out that's pretty obvious from the get go.
The books cover about a year and a half in the lives of the characters...and not one of them has a birthday. I'm willing to go that the protagonist might not care about her's, but she's not going to care about her friends' or her beloved little brother? You're likely going, who cares about the birthdays...and sure they don't matter in terms of the story, but it matters in terms of having an interesting and fully built world with great characters. And not to forget that there are some side characters who would certainly make the biggest deal of their birthdays.
The books cover about a year and a half in the lives of the characters...and not one of them has a birthday. I'm willing to go that the protagonist might not care about her's, but she's not going to care about her friends' or her beloved little brother? You're likely going, who cares about the birthdays...and sure they don't matter in terms of the story, but it matters in terms of having an interesting and fully built world with great characters. And not to forget that there are some side characters who would certainly make the biggest deal of their birthdays.
December 17, 2019
Paranormal Public Omnibus Books 1-3
Great read for young adults. Interesting outlook on all ranges of the paranormal world. School subjects like no other college has.
Great read for young adults. Interesting outlook on all ranges of the paranormal world. School subjects like no other college has.
February 20, 2019
Weak teenage romance series
I didn't finish all three books in the volume. This is a bland magic school series for teenagers. It features a weird little universe of magic users, who have created a bargain basement Hogwarts in the U.S. There is no mention of any other magical college and the admissions process is unexplained and poorly described. The school has the strangest course structure ever and seems to be more of a prep school than college.
The good creatures include everyone who isn't a demon? The human employees come and go with no vetting. How secret is this place supposed to be? There is no special train to get to this school or secret tunnel, you drive there or what? Vampires as creatures of light existing outside of teen vamp romance series, came as a surprise. Elementals and Pixies getting elevated status and power over every other depiction of same that I've ever read, was a bold choice by the writer. The fallen angels are a hoot. Do they still keep in contact with their relatives who are not fallen or do holidays together? The writer doesn't understand the meaning of the label, I think. All other paranormal possibilities lumped together without much specification is strange but it does make available to the writer a resource for addition of any creature desired.
The paranormal world according to this series consists of all the usual suspects divided into six classes. The elemental are oldest and close to extinct , having been hunted by demons for some undetermined period. Next are the vampires who do the vampire usual, sort of. They need fresh blood but there isn't any mention of where and how, they get their blood. Third are the pixies who are described as the pranksters of the paranormal community with powers that I still don't get. The best type of paranormal is the fallen angel, who are the new elves (after the fashion of Tolkien). They have children and want to send to send their kids to the best schools. They have ambition and are very status conscious. Lastly, there are the rejects which comprise all the other miscellaneous types of paranormal creatures. The sixth types are the demons, whose origin like the fallen angels is unexplained and whose goals seem to only extend to exterminating all other paranormals. This must be the oddest magical universe that I've ever read.
The books aren't worthy of much more thought or time. If you can get past the above plus the teenaged MC's struggle with hormones, it could be entertaining. As a guilty pleasure it might be OK. For myself, The weak plot, dialogue and characters made it much more of a slog than I expected. Read the first book for free and decide for yourself.
I didn't finish all three books in the volume. This is a bland magic school series for teenagers. It features a weird little universe of magic users, who have created a bargain basement Hogwarts in the U.S. There is no mention of any other magical college and the admissions process is unexplained and poorly described. The school has the strangest course structure ever and seems to be more of a prep school than college.
The good creatures include everyone who isn't a demon? The human employees come and go with no vetting. How secret is this place supposed to be? There is no special train to get to this school or secret tunnel, you drive there or what? Vampires as creatures of light existing outside of teen vamp romance series, came as a surprise. Elementals and Pixies getting elevated status and power over every other depiction of same that I've ever read, was a bold choice by the writer. The fallen angels are a hoot. Do they still keep in contact with their relatives who are not fallen or do holidays together? The writer doesn't understand the meaning of the label, I think. All other paranormal possibilities lumped together without much specification is strange but it does make available to the writer a resource for addition of any creature desired.
The paranormal world according to this series consists of all the usual suspects divided into six classes. The elemental are oldest and close to extinct , having been hunted by demons for some undetermined period. Next are the vampires who do the vampire usual, sort of. They need fresh blood but there isn't any mention of where and how, they get their blood. Third are the pixies who are described as the pranksters of the paranormal community with powers that I still don't get. The best type of paranormal is the fallen angel, who are the new elves (after the fashion of Tolkien). They have children and want to send to send their kids to the best schools. They have ambition and are very status conscious. Lastly, there are the rejects which comprise all the other miscellaneous types of paranormal creatures. The sixth types are the demons, whose origin like the fallen angels is unexplained and whose goals seem to only extend to exterminating all other paranormals. This must be the oddest magical universe that I've ever read.
The books aren't worthy of much more thought or time. If you can get past the above plus the teenaged MC's struggle with hormones, it could be entertaining. As a guilty pleasure it might be OK. For myself, The weak plot, dialogue and characters made it much more of a slog than I expected. Read the first book for free and decide for yourself.
June 21, 2019
An almost extinct breed of paranormal has been discovered!
Confusion, fear, constant threats to her life and that's just the introduction to this story!
Being a student, getting ready for college is exciting and of course would make anyone nervous. Then the black dog with red eyes follows her and nothing is normal. Not normal is no longer an option.
Now she has to learn how to survive in the paranormal world and that's harder than ever expected!
Confusion, fear, constant threats to her life and that's just the introduction to this story!
Being a student, getting ready for college is exciting and of course would make anyone nervous. Then the black dog with red eyes follows her and nothing is normal. Not normal is no longer an option.
Now she has to learn how to survive in the paranormal world and that's harder than ever expected!
July 8, 2019
Great series!
I just finished the first 3 books of this series and have enjoyed them. I love the way that the characters interacted with each other and can't wait to read the next book in this series. If you enjoy sci-fi you will love this series as well as the characters and storyline. I would recommend this series to anyone who has read any book written by this author. It's the first time I've ever read any of her books but will read more in the future.
I just finished the first 3 books of this series and have enjoyed them. I love the way that the characters interacted with each other and can't wait to read the next book in this series. If you enjoy sci-fi you will love this series as well as the characters and storyline. I would recommend this series to anyone who has read any book written by this author. It's the first time I've ever read any of her books but will read more in the future.
August 22, 2022
Good writing. Great plot twists. Fast paced enough to keep you reading but not so fast you get caught up in the reading and miss the details.
I enjoy Charlotte's character and her development through the 3 books. The friends she makes and their own development through their friendship and their own personal arcs.
Definitely Harry Potter vibes for older kids but still young adult enough to make you roll your eyes at some of the "childish" antics.
I enjoy Charlotte's character and her development through the 3 books. The friends she makes and their own development through their friendship and their own personal arcs.
Definitely Harry Potter vibes for older kids but still young adult enough to make you roll your eyes at some of the "childish" antics.
July 28, 2022
Wow
This book had everything. Romance, mystery, friendship, and intrigue peppered this story of young people growing into their true selves. This book kept my total interest until the very end. Normally I know how the book will end and who will be the villain. But I was surprised. Read this book.
This book had everything. Romance, mystery, friendship, and intrigue peppered this story of young people growing into their true selves. This book kept my total interest until the very end. Normally I know how the book will end and who will be the villain. But I was surprised. Read this book.
November 26, 2022
Fun Series
In Paranormal Public Omnibus, Maddy Edward's creates characters you want to hang out with and get to know.
At a school for paranormals, Charlotte and her friend fight for each other even if it puts them in danger, even if they aren't sure who they can trust. But one thing is for certain, this series will keep you guessing until the very end.
In Paranormal Public Omnibus, Maddy Edward's creates characters you want to hang out with and get to know.
At a school for paranormals, Charlotte and her friend fight for each other even if it puts them in danger, even if they aren't sure who they can trust. But one thing is for certain, this series will keep you guessing until the very end.
September 11, 2017
Awesome!
I loved this so much. Charlotte and her friends are hilarious, well thought out characters and I greatly enjoyed reading the first three books of their journey. Onto the next one!
I loved this so much. Charlotte and her friends are hilarious, well thought out characters and I greatly enjoyed reading the first three books of their journey. Onto the next one!
December 31, 2017
Made it thorough books 1 and 2, but I'm giving up a quarter into book 3. The plot is fun but the characters are flat and it frequently reads like a high school girl's journal. Supposedly happens in a college setting but...no.
July 4, 2018
College was NEVER like this!
Five stars for each friend. Who to trust? Who to love ? Can I even trust myself? College is a new and exciting experience for so many people. Learning who and what you doing and what your destiny holds for ... all .
Five stars for each friend. Who to trust? Who to love ? Can I even trust myself? College is a new and exciting experience for so many people. Learning who and what you doing and what your destiny holds for ... all .
May 16, 2019
3.5 🌟
Enjoyable read. Fast paced with a lot of action between the paranormal students and the telephones and demons. The main reason that I dated it a 3.5 instead of a four was that a lot of it is too similar to the Harry Potter series.
Enjoyable read. Fast paced with a lot of action between the paranormal students and the telephones and demons. The main reason that I dated it a 3.5 instead of a four was that a lot of it is too similar to the Harry Potter series.
January 6, 2020
Fun story
Interesting story. A few editing mistakes but the story flows well. The characters started out a bit one dimensional but by book two they started to come to life. I’ll keep reading the series.
Interesting story. A few editing mistakes but the story flows well. The characters started out a bit one dimensional but by book two they started to come to life. I’ll keep reading the series.
July 13, 2022
A Mysterious New World of Paranormals
Love this creative writer! Well done, now where do I get another book by Maddy Edwards? Can’t wait to see what is next for Charlotte and her friends!
Love this creative writer! Well done, now where do I get another book by Maddy Edwards? Can’t wait to see what is next for Charlotte and her friends!
August 1, 2022
Paranormales Paranormal Public Omnibus books 1-3
Charollte and Keller are in a relationship .net has Kellers Aunt and Kellers family!
How did Keller and Charollte meet?
This is an omnibus Goodreads read!
Love, loved it!
Maddy recommend Goodreads many people!
Charollte and Keller are in a relationship .net has Kellers Aunt and Kellers family!
How did Keller and Charollte meet?
This is an omnibus Goodreads read!
Love, loved it!
Maddy recommend Goodreads many people!
September 6, 2017
good fun series.
June 12, 2019
very good
Interesting reading.. The book held my interest and I was very pleased that it continued with 3 parts. I would recommend this book.
Interesting reading.. The book held my interest and I was very pleased that it continued with 3 parts. I would recommend this book.
August 15, 2019
Enjoy the series!
December 5, 2019
I enjoyed this book a lot. I was able to connect with the characters and their problems. Great escape novels!
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October 16, 2020Good book, a little slow in places, but worth continuing on.
July 12, 2022
loved this
Captivating! Couldnt put it down til the end. Excited to read on. Strongly suggest you try out this paranormal book.
Captivating! Couldnt put it down til the end. Excited to read on. Strongly suggest you try out this paranormal book.
July 23, 2022
Good story
This book has a lot of twists and turns. It also has none stop action or drama. I can't wait to see what happens next.
This book has a lot of twists and turns. It also has none stop action or drama. I can't wait to see what happens next.
July 29, 2022
Paranormal adventure
Great story. Lots of twists
and turns. Charlotte goes through much but her friendships keep her going and protected. Can't wait for the next part.
Great story. Lots of twists
and turns. Charlotte goes through much but her friendships keep her going and protected. Can't wait for the next part.
July 24, 2016
Book One grabbed me right away with interesting characters and a fun plot. It is well thought out and plot transitions are smooth.
Book Two has some of the same well plotted mystery but Charlotte's tendency to jump to conclusions with the least possible amount of information starts to get old as a plot device. Her friends never calling her out on her rash assumptions is frustrating. By Book Three I struggled with losing interest and eventually found another book capturing my attention.
It's a pity because the series started with such potential as a standout in a genre with pat formulas.
Book Two has some of the same well plotted mystery but Charlotte's tendency to jump to conclusions with the least possible amount of information starts to get old as a plot device. Her friends never calling her out on her rash assumptions is frustrating. By Book Three I struggled with losing interest and eventually found another book capturing my attention.
It's a pity because the series started with such potential as a standout in a genre with pat formulas.
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