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The Firestone Academy #4
Lure of Lightning: A Why-Choose Fantasy Romance
They tell me Fox betrayed us. They're wrong.
When Fox Tudor vanished through that demon portal, he left a hollow ache in my magic—and my heart. My shadow princes insist my vampire professor played us all, that he chose the demons over me.
But I know Fox. The man who saved me, who trained me, who loved me, wouldn't just abandon us.
Not when the realm is tearing apart at the seams.
Demon portals are ripping through our world. The Empress demands answers I don't have. Beaufort can't hide his royal blood much longer, Thorne's control is slipping, and Dray still doesn't bear my mark. We're fracturing when we need to be strongest.
Everyone says I should let Fox go. That I should accept he chose his fate.
But my light recognizes darkness when it sees it—and whatever took Fox, it wasn't his choice.
I'll cross into the demon realm itself to prove it.
Love, betrayal, and destiny collide in this penultimate chapter of The Firestone Academy series.
When Fox Tudor vanished through that demon portal, he left a hollow ache in my magic—and my heart. My shadow princes insist my vampire professor played us all, that he chose the demons over me.
But I know Fox. The man who saved me, who trained me, who loved me, wouldn't just abandon us.
Not when the realm is tearing apart at the seams.
Demon portals are ripping through our world. The Empress demands answers I don't have. Beaufort can't hide his royal blood much longer, Thorne's control is slipping, and Dray still doesn't bear my mark. We're fracturing when we need to be strongest.
Everyone says I should let Fox go. That I should accept he chose his fate.
But my light recognizes darkness when it sees it—and whatever took Fox, it wasn't his choice.
I'll cross into the demon realm itself to prove it.
Love, betrayal, and destiny collide in this penultimate chapter of The Firestone Academy series.
414 pages, Kindle Edition
Expected publication January 31, 2026
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Hannah Haze
46 books1,552 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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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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December 19, 2025
ARC Review - Thank you to Hannah for sharing this book with me in exchange for an honest review!
Book four slides in seamlessly, which honestly surprised me. Even after time away from the series, I found it easy to reconnect with the characters and the emotional threads that have been building since the beginning. Hannah Haze has a real talent for grounding you quickly, making the story feel familiar without relying too heavily on recap.
This installment leans hard into emotion and relationship dynamics, and that’s where it shines most. The bonds between characters deepen in meaningful ways, and there are several moments that feel long-awaited — especially when it comes to quieter, more vulnerable interactions. There’s tenderness here, and patience, and a sense of earned intimacy that made certain scenes genuinely moving.
One arc in particular finally gets the space it deserves, and I loved seeing that growth unfold. It wasn’t rushed, it wasn’t flashy — just steady, heartfelt progression. Those moments of reassurance, trust, and mutual understanding were easily my favorite parts of the book.
The scope of the story expands beyond what we’ve seen before, giving the narrative a broader sense of movement and urgency. While the world-building itself still feels like a backdrop rather than the main focus, it serves its purpose well enough to support the character-driven storytelling that defines this series.
That said, I did feel a slight dip in the sharpness of the dialogue compared to earlier books. It didn’t ruin the experience, but it was noticeable at times. I also found myself wishing the FMC had stepped more fully into her confidence by now. At this point in the series, I wanted to see her trust herself a bit more, and while her journey is clearly ongoing, that hesitation began to feel repetitive.
Even so, the book remains engaging and emotionally charged. There are twists, tensions, and choices that kept me invested, and the ending leaves the story in a place that made me immediately curious about what comes next.
Overall, Lure of Lightning continues to build on the emotional core of the series, offering payoff in character relationships while setting the stage for higher stakes ahead. It’s not without its frustrations, but it still hooked me — and I’ll absolutely be picking up the next book to see where this all leads.
January 9, 2026
Okay, so Dray constantly talking about Briony's pussy really got on my nerves, but the comment about wanting to eat her pussy in wolf form was nooooooooooooooooot for me. Yuck. I'm going to pretend those didn't happen and didn't ruin this for me.
January 8, 2026
Briony’s determination to Find Fox
Hannah Haze has done it again with Lure of Lightning. She started out where she left off on the lake after the trials. This time, we got to see what transpired between Bardin and Fox before he disappeared, and Briony and the Princes only found his ring on the beach.
This book was filled with suspense, betrayal, and, of course, the fun, light scenes between Briony and her men to break up the tense moments.
We learned not to trust anyone in the realm in this book, especially once they found Batdin and Fox. Bardin told Beaufort things about his mother that he wasn't sure he should believe. He quickly learned she wasn't lying when he, Dray, Fox, Thorne, and Briony tried to return to the realm. They face trials together and found they were stronger together than apart.
But once again, Ms. Haze left us on a cliffhanger, leaving us to beg for more. I'm eager to read the next book to find out what happens next.
Hannah Haze has done it again with Lure of Lightning. She started out where she left off on the lake after the trials. This time, we got to see what transpired between Bardin and Fox before he disappeared, and Briony and the Princes only found his ring on the beach.
This book was filled with suspense, betrayal, and, of course, the fun, light scenes between Briony and her men to break up the tense moments.
We learned not to trust anyone in the realm in this book, especially once they found Batdin and Fox. Bardin told Beaufort things about his mother that he wasn't sure he should believe. He quickly learned she wasn't lying when he, Dray, Fox, Thorne, and Briony tried to return to the realm. They face trials together and found they were stronger together than apart.
But once again, Ms. Haze left us on a cliffhanger, leaving us to beg for more. I'm eager to read the next book to find out what happens next.
January 12, 2026
Oh yeah, loved this. I called the twist in chapter 48. Like yall talking about whether the empress is evil and finding out when you get back to the realm and you’re not going to be let back thru. lol. I liked this one a lot maybe because fox isn’t in it a lot lol. Looking forward to the last book
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January 9, 2026
Unpredictable, emotional, and impossible to put down.
⭐ Review – Lure of Lightning ⭐
Lure of Lightning is the fourth book in Hannah Haze’s Firestone Academy series, and I’m honestly amazed at how deeply connected I still feel to these characters. Just like in the first book, the story completely pulled me in - unpredictable, emotional, and impossible to put down.
Briony is one of the most fearless FMCs I’ve ever read. Her determination throughout this book highlights just how much she has grown and the incredible woman she’s becoming. Watching her powers evolve and her magic strengthen was one of my favorite parts of this installment.
I also loved how much development we get from the men in this book. Their arcs are really starting to take shape, showing who they truly are and what they’re willing to do for Briony. The bond between them continues to grow stronger, built on trust, loyalty, and genuine connection - and I loved every moment of it.
I can’t forget to show some appreciation for Fly, who never leaves our girl’s side, as well as Clare and Blaze. The connection between Blaze and Briony is absolutely beautiful, and I adore how fiercely protective she is of him. They all make each book even better.
This book is packed with action and does a fantastic job of deepening our understanding of the realms. I truly didn’t expect the direction the story took, and the cliffhanger at the end left me absolutely desperate for more.
If you enjoy unforgettable characters, a unique magic system, and immersive world-building, I can’t recommend this series enough. It will make you laugh, cry, and leave you emotionally wrecked in the best way possible.
Thank you once again, Hannah, for the ARC opportunity. This series remains one of my all-time favorites, and now I’ll just be here, counting the days until Flame of Fortunes, the final book in the series.
“Show them who you are, Nini. Just who they’re dealing with. Scars and beauty and a power like none of them will ever have seen.” - (This scene absolutely broke my heart.)
Tropes to expect:
🔺 Why Choose Romance
🔺 Shadow Daddies
🔺 Enemies to Lovers
🔺 Magic Academy
🔺 Shifters
🔺 Forced Proximity
🔺 Fated Mates
🔺 Found Family
🔺 Touch Her and Die
🔺 Paranormal Romance
⭐ Review – Lure of Lightning ⭐
Lure of Lightning is the fourth book in Hannah Haze’s Firestone Academy series, and I’m honestly amazed at how deeply connected I still feel to these characters. Just like in the first book, the story completely pulled me in - unpredictable, emotional, and impossible to put down.
Briony is one of the most fearless FMCs I’ve ever read. Her determination throughout this book highlights just how much she has grown and the incredible woman she’s becoming. Watching her powers evolve and her magic strengthen was one of my favorite parts of this installment.
I also loved how much development we get from the men in this book. Their arcs are really starting to take shape, showing who they truly are and what they’re willing to do for Briony. The bond between them continues to grow stronger, built on trust, loyalty, and genuine connection - and I loved every moment of it.
I can’t forget to show some appreciation for Fly, who never leaves our girl’s side, as well as Clare and Blaze. The connection between Blaze and Briony is absolutely beautiful, and I adore how fiercely protective she is of him. They all make each book even better.
This book is packed with action and does a fantastic job of deepening our understanding of the realms. I truly didn’t expect the direction the story took, and the cliffhanger at the end left me absolutely desperate for more.
If you enjoy unforgettable characters, a unique magic system, and immersive world-building, I can’t recommend this series enough. It will make you laugh, cry, and leave you emotionally wrecked in the best way possible.
Thank you once again, Hannah, for the ARC opportunity. This series remains one of my all-time favorites, and now I’ll just be here, counting the days until Flame of Fortunes, the final book in the series.
“Show them who you are, Nini. Just who they’re dealing with. Scars and beauty and a power like none of them will ever have seen.” - (This scene absolutely broke my heart.)
Tropes to expect:
🔺 Why Choose Romance
🔺 Shadow Daddies
🔺 Enemies to Lovers
🔺 Magic Academy
🔺 Shifters
🔺 Forced Proximity
🔺 Fated Mates
🔺 Found Family
🔺 Touch Her and Die
🔺 Paranormal Romance
January 7, 2026
I can’t get enough!
‘“I thought you lost your mind momentarily,” Fly mutters, “clearly you misplaced it permanently.”’ ~Fly to Briony
Plot: When Fox Tudor vanished through that demon portal, he left a hollow ache in my magic—and my heart. My shadow princes insist my vampire professor played us all, that he chose the demons over me…But my light recognizes darkness when it sees it—and whatever took Fox, it wasn’t his choice.
Tropes:
📖 why choose
📖 fantasy
📖 romance
📖 chosen one
📖 magic academy
📖 studentxteacher
📖 romantasy
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Review:
***If you haven’t read the first 3 books in the Firestone Academy series, this book won’t make much sense.
Haze did a wonderful job of keeping readers engaged from start to finish. In book 3 we were left on a steep cliff, but we got both answers and more questions in this installment. We learn more about our three shadow princes histories and get an inside look at Beaufort’s life in particular. Readers also get to venture into the demon lands and find out more about their origin. Haze even gives readers a glimpse into how our light wielder’s abilities react to our shadow weavers.
One of the best things about this book specifically, is that we get to see our heroine really grow, but even better, we see a different side of our shadow weavers as well. The character development, imagery and overall plot really made this book come alive. The world building continues to impress and the way the book is written makes both the plot and the magic system easy to digest.
The only complaint I have is that I’d have liked the conflict a little more drawn out. The cliff is both a strength and weakness to me. No one does the cliff like Haze and it always makes me eager to read more. At the same time, it does its job and keeps readers coming back.
If you’ve read books 1-3 then you won’t want to miss this installment. If you’ve haven’t, but enjoy unique magic systems, incredible world building and characters that make you laugh, cry (in a good way) and scream (in the best way), I’d highly recommend giving this book a read!
Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️.5
‘“I thought you lost your mind momentarily,” Fly mutters, “clearly you misplaced it permanently.”’ ~Fly to Briony
Plot: When Fox Tudor vanished through that demon portal, he left a hollow ache in my magic—and my heart. My shadow princes insist my vampire professor played us all, that he chose the demons over me…But my light recognizes darkness when it sees it—and whatever took Fox, it wasn’t his choice.
Tropes:
📖 why choose
📖 fantasy
📖 romance
📖 chosen one
📖 magic academy
📖 studentxteacher
📖 romantasy
___________________________________
Review:
***If you haven’t read the first 3 books in the Firestone Academy series, this book won’t make much sense.
Haze did a wonderful job of keeping readers engaged from start to finish. In book 3 we were left on a steep cliff, but we got both answers and more questions in this installment. We learn more about our three shadow princes histories and get an inside look at Beaufort’s life in particular. Readers also get to venture into the demon lands and find out more about their origin. Haze even gives readers a glimpse into how our light wielder’s abilities react to our shadow weavers.
One of the best things about this book specifically, is that we get to see our heroine really grow, but even better, we see a different side of our shadow weavers as well. The character development, imagery and overall plot really made this book come alive. The world building continues to impress and the way the book is written makes both the plot and the magic system easy to digest.
The only complaint I have is that I’d have liked the conflict a little more drawn out. The cliff is both a strength and weakness to me. No one does the cliff like Haze and it always makes me eager to read more. At the same time, it does its job and keeps readers coming back.
If you’ve read books 1-3 then you won’t want to miss this installment. If you’ve haven’t, but enjoy unique magic systems, incredible world building and characters that make you laugh, cry (in a good way) and scream (in the best way), I’d highly recommend giving this book a read!
Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️.5
January 6, 2026
ARC REVIEW:
4/5 ⭐ || 3/5 🌶️
“Because when we rip back the curtain and we see the truth for what it is, that means our whole world will fall apart”
The fourth instalment of the why choose paranormal romance series Firestone Academy “Lure of Lightning” by Hannah Haze, is an action-packed, emotionally charged story that most certainly didn’t disappoint. A spectacular continuation of the third instalment I would most definitely say that is my favourite of the series so far.
One of the main highlights for me was the further insight given into the pasts and lives outside the academy of the main characters. This allowed for better understanding and insight as to the past influences which contributed in forming the key aspects of their personalities. In the end the overall tension between their personalities being put aside so they can protect the FMC. That as well as the unpredictable nature of aspects of the plot and sudden revelations kept me guessing at every turn.
The only area in which I did find myself struggling at times were that certain scenes felt somewhat dragged out and not essential to the further development of the storyline. Though it was a factor I managed to work past while reading, it just meant that a little more perseverance was required.
Overall though it was most definitely a enjoyable read one that I will not be recovering from any time soon. I’ll need a few days to emotionally recover from this book, as it was quite the roller coaster! I definitely won’t be able to get over it until the next one is out.
4/5 ⭐ || 3/5 🌶️
“Because when we rip back the curtain and we see the truth for what it is, that means our whole world will fall apart”
The fourth instalment of the why choose paranormal romance series Firestone Academy “Lure of Lightning” by Hannah Haze, is an action-packed, emotionally charged story that most certainly didn’t disappoint. A spectacular continuation of the third instalment I would most definitely say that is my favourite of the series so far.
One of the main highlights for me was the further insight given into the pasts and lives outside the academy of the main characters. This allowed for better understanding and insight as to the past influences which contributed in forming the key aspects of their personalities. In the end the overall tension between their personalities being put aside so they can protect the FMC. That as well as the unpredictable nature of aspects of the plot and sudden revelations kept me guessing at every turn.
The only area in which I did find myself struggling at times were that certain scenes felt somewhat dragged out and not essential to the further development of the storyline. Though it was a factor I managed to work past while reading, it just meant that a little more perseverance was required.
Overall though it was most definitely a enjoyable read one that I will not be recovering from any time soon. I’ll need a few days to emotionally recover from this book, as it was quite the roller coaster! I definitely won’t be able to get over it until the next one is out.
January 3, 2026
As always, Hannah sucks me in every time.
This installment was very action packed and it definitely set the scene for what's coming next. We get to dive deeper into what has been truly going on within these realms and let me tell you, it isn't what you think. I should have picked it, I knew something was fishy with certain individuals but thought that surely they wouldn't do this. Briony and her mates go on a bit of a mission to get Fox back but it isn't a straight forward rescue and things go a bit haywire.
I loved seeing Briony and the guys grow closer together and really find their rhythm within the bond and relationship. It was amazing seeing Briony develop and grow her powers and use them for good (and survival) at times. I really can't wait to see what she does next, I know it's going to be insane.
When we think Briony and her mates are getting ahead of it all, it kind of explodes and all hell breaks lose. It ends on a cliffhanger, and i need to know what happens next...
Shoutout to Blaze, Fly and Clare. Love you so much!
Thank you Hannah and your amazing team for the opportunity to read this story and to be a part of your ARC team. I am forever grateful 🙏
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ / 🌶🌶🌶
🔥 why choose
🔥 multiple pov
🔥 fated mates
🔥 shifters
🔥 academy based
🔥 age gap
🔥 so many secrets revealed
🔥 powerful fmc
🔥 spicy
This installment was very action packed and it definitely set the scene for what's coming next. We get to dive deeper into what has been truly going on within these realms and let me tell you, it isn't what you think. I should have picked it, I knew something was fishy with certain individuals but thought that surely they wouldn't do this. Briony and her mates go on a bit of a mission to get Fox back but it isn't a straight forward rescue and things go a bit haywire.
I loved seeing Briony and the guys grow closer together and really find their rhythm within the bond and relationship. It was amazing seeing Briony develop and grow her powers and use them for good (and survival) at times. I really can't wait to see what she does next, I know it's going to be insane.
When we think Briony and her mates are getting ahead of it all, it kind of explodes and all hell breaks lose. It ends on a cliffhanger, and i need to know what happens next...
Shoutout to Blaze, Fly and Clare. Love you so much!
Thank you Hannah and your amazing team for the opportunity to read this story and to be a part of your ARC team. I am forever grateful 🙏
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ / 🌶🌶🌶
🔥 why choose
🔥 multiple pov
🔥 fated mates
🔥 shifters
🔥 academy based
🔥 age gap
🔥 so many secrets revealed
🔥 powerful fmc
🔥 spicy
January 7, 2026
An amazing continuation from the third book. This books is very emotional and action packed. I actually thought that this book was the last book when I started reading 😅 (its not, there is one more to be released later) and had been a bit worried when things were going a touch slow, BUT since its the fourth book the pacing was perfect!
The book takes a deeper dive into the realm, which helps you connect even more to it. And honestly, it's nothing like what I had imagined, and that kept me hooked.
I love how Briony and her men developed through the book and how they bond and relationship grew. It was also amazing to see Briony grow into her powers and see her use them, I can't wait to see how she continues to grow in the next and final book!
But can I just say, THE CLIFFHANGER AT THE END. it has me reeling for the next one. The last few chapters were so action packed, and had me hooked that when it ended I was upset that this is the end of the book. I can't believe that the next book is the final one.
I love Hannah Haze's writing and found that her story flows nicely. I also loved that the plot wasn't predictable, and that's what kept me hooked throughout.
Thank you Hannah Haze, for the opportunity to ARC read this. I absolutely love this series, and can't wait for the final book!
The book takes a deeper dive into the realm, which helps you connect even more to it. And honestly, it's nothing like what I had imagined, and that kept me hooked.
I love how Briony and her men developed through the book and how they bond and relationship grew. It was also amazing to see Briony grow into her powers and see her use them, I can't wait to see how she continues to grow in the next and final book!
But can I just say, THE CLIFFHANGER AT THE END. it has me reeling for the next one. The last few chapters were so action packed, and had me hooked that when it ended I was upset that this is the end of the book. I can't believe that the next book is the final one.
I love Hannah Haze's writing and found that her story flows nicely. I also loved that the plot wasn't predictable, and that's what kept me hooked throughout.
Thank you Hannah Haze, for the opportunity to ARC read this. I absolutely love this series, and can't wait for the final book!
January 9, 2026
I was lucky enough to read Lure of Lightning as an ARC, and while I knew going in that this was the penultimate book in the Firestone Academy series, I still wasn’t prepared for how much setup, emotional payoff, and quiet tension Hannah Haze packed into it.
This installment feels much more relationship-driven than some of the earlier books, and that really worked for me. There’s a lot of focus on trust, connection, and how everything that’s been slowly building across the series starts to make sense here. The plot moves forward, but the real strength of the book is in the emotional undercurrents and the the character dynamics.
Briony and Thorne were the standout for me. Their relationship has been a slow burn I’ve been dying for, and seeing it finally get the space it deserved was genuinely satisfying. The way their bond develops—with patience, reassurance, and vulnerability—felt special, and it ended up being my favorite part of the book. That said, the ending definitely does its job as a “wait for the finale” moment, and now I’m feeling that familiar mix of excitement and frustration knowing the final book isn’t here yet!
Overall, this was a solid 4-star read for me: emotionally engaging, strong on character work, and clearly setting the stage for what should be a satisfying conclusion to the series.
This installment feels much more relationship-driven than some of the earlier books, and that really worked for me. There’s a lot of focus on trust, connection, and how everything that’s been slowly building across the series starts to make sense here. The plot moves forward, but the real strength of the book is in the emotional undercurrents and the the character dynamics.
Briony and Thorne were the standout for me. Their relationship has been a slow burn I’ve been dying for, and seeing it finally get the space it deserved was genuinely satisfying. The way their bond develops—with patience, reassurance, and vulnerability—felt special, and it ended up being my favorite part of the book. That said, the ending definitely does its job as a “wait for the finale” moment, and now I’m feeling that familiar mix of excitement and frustration knowing the final book isn’t here yet!
Overall, this was a solid 4-star read for me: emotionally engaging, strong on character work, and clearly setting the stage for what should be a satisfying conclusion to the series.
January 18, 2026
4.25 ⭐️ 2 🌶️
I read this one and the previous book (Taste of Thorns) right after one another, and I definitely noticed a tone change. There was significantly less smut than the last book (last book felt like it was every other chapter or so lol), and it definitely focused more-so on an adventure/rescue plot!
There were a few times where I was a little confused on the timing of intimacy scenes or random scenes that seemed arbitrary to the plot, until much later (i.e. I also still low-key find the FMC annoying sometimes. It’s funny, when it’s her POV chapters she doesn’t bother me, but with the guys’ POVs she just feels like a different character being written, in a way…
Regardless of all this - I this thoroughly enjoyed this read & I am anticipating the final book, Flame of Fortunes!! 🔥
I don’t fully know where this series is going to take me, but I’m here for the ride…just like how
Side note: I’m very interested to see if a lot of pay-off happens in the final book, with specific things that were mentioned throughout the storyline.
I’m not sure who was my stand out character in this as well…probably Dray - he just has such an “eloquent“ way with words 🤣
I read this one and the previous book (Taste of Thorns) right after one another, and I definitely noticed a tone change. There was significantly less smut than the last book (last book felt like it was every other chapter or so lol), and it definitely focused more-so on an adventure/rescue plot!
There were a few times where I was a little confused on the timing of intimacy scenes or random scenes that seemed arbitrary to the plot, until much later (i.e. I also still low-key find the FMC annoying sometimes. It’s funny, when it’s her POV chapters she doesn’t bother me, but with the guys’ POVs she just feels like a different character being written, in a way…
Regardless of all this - I this thoroughly enjoyed this read & I am anticipating the final book, Flame of Fortunes!! 🔥
I don’t fully know where this series is going to take me, but I’m here for the ride…just like how
Side note: I’m very interested to see if a lot of pay-off happens in the final book, with specific things that were mentioned throughout the storyline.
I’m not sure who was my stand out character in this as well…probably Dray - he just has such an “eloquent“ way with words 🤣
January 7, 2026
This book wrecked me in the best possible way. From the very first line, the emotional pull is relentless, and it never lets go. Fox Tudor’s disappearance is a knife to the heart, and the way the story balances grief, loyalty, and unwavering love is absolutely gripping. I never once believed Fox betrayed them, and neither does the heroine, and that tension fuels every page.
The stakes are higher than ever as demon portals tear through the realm and everything begins to fracture: magic, alliances, control, and trust. Every character arc feels razor-sharp here and each one adds to the pressure cooker of a world on the brink. The emotional bonds are just as intense as the action, and the slow-burn devotion threading through the chaos is enough to make you weep.
What truly shines is the refusal to accept an easy answer. The heroine’s conviction, that love recognizes truth even in darkness, is powerful and deeply moving. Her willingness to cross into the demon realm itself had me holding my breath.
This book does exactly what it should: it shatters comfort, deepens the mystery, and sets the stage for an unforgettable finale. Dark, romantic, and emotionally devastating in all the right ways this is The Firestone Academy at its absolute best. I need the final book now.
The stakes are higher than ever as demon portals tear through the realm and everything begins to fracture: magic, alliances, control, and trust. Every character arc feels razor-sharp here and each one adds to the pressure cooker of a world on the brink. The emotional bonds are just as intense as the action, and the slow-burn devotion threading through the chaos is enough to make you weep.
What truly shines is the refusal to accept an easy answer. The heroine’s conviction, that love recognizes truth even in darkness, is powerful and deeply moving. Her willingness to cross into the demon realm itself had me holding my breath.
This book does exactly what it should: it shatters comfort, deepens the mystery, and sets the stage for an unforgettable finale. Dark, romantic, and emotionally devastating in all the right ways this is The Firestone Academy at its absolute best. I need the final book now.
Review of advance copy received from Author
This is book four in a series of five books! The third book ended on a cliffhanger and I’ve been waiting for this opportunity and are so grateful to be able to get an arc like this.
This book did not disappoint, it continues straight into the cliffhanger from book three and Fox’s pov. From there we get to experience more action and the prince’s and Briony starts the journey to finding Fox and madame bardin. There are introduced questionable theories and actions by someone close to one of them. It changes everything and how they continue forward. In between we get some spice and the connection between them all builds. Briony continues to evolve and in particular her magic is growing stronger every day. Briony’s dragon Blaze is of course just a baby still 😂 even though he seems almost full grown, but he’s just so cute!
It’s a fun a fast paced read! I loved it so much. And I’m just a total sucker for why choose so.. what can I say 🤷🏽♀️🥰 it ends basically on a cliffhanger again, some things feels a little unclear and unsettling now, so I’m excited to get my hands on the last book so I can finish this story!
I have been entranced from the start of book one ❤️
This book did not disappoint, it continues straight into the cliffhanger from book three and Fox’s pov. From there we get to experience more action and the prince’s and Briony starts the journey to finding Fox and madame bardin. There are introduced questionable theories and actions by someone close to one of them. It changes everything and how they continue forward. In between we get some spice and the connection between them all builds. Briony continues to evolve and in particular her magic is growing stronger every day. Briony’s dragon Blaze is of course just a baby still 😂 even though he seems almost full grown, but he’s just so cute!
It’s a fun a fast paced read! I loved it so much. And I’m just a total sucker for why choose so.. what can I say 🤷🏽♀️🥰 it ends basically on a cliffhanger again, some things feels a little unclear and unsettling now, so I’m excited to get my hands on the last book so I can finish this story!
I have been entranced from the start of book one ❤️
December 22, 2025
Can we just take a minute to digest this one! Its starts of as a feeling of potential betrayal and finishes well.... you will have to read it to see. But the wild adventure that this book takes you on is worth it.
Another fab instalment for Briony and her mates. It’s short but intense and sweet but spicy with a nice burst of excitement along the way, and we’re finally seeing the bigger picture after being drip-fed clues across the series. Thorne and Briony are my favourites in this, and they really get there moment to shine together in this one. Gosh I just love them! Beaufort and Dray get some intense and quiet moments too, with some proper growth throughout the story. Fox isn't so much present here but if you read book 3 you will know why...
The plot thickens, the adventure’s on, and they’re finally working together. Relationships are building, the direction feels clear, and we get a few answers… before a cheeky cliff-hanger sets up a lot to resolve in the finale. 🙈⚡
Tropes:
· Fated Mates
· Shifters / Magic
· Strong FMC
· Found Family
· Why Choose
· Book 4
Summary: Fast, fun, and focused—this one gives us character glow-ups, some long-awaited answers, and a stormy setup for the finale. I’m excited (and a bit nervous) to see how it all ends! ⚡📚
Another fab instalment for Briony and her mates. It’s short but intense and sweet but spicy with a nice burst of excitement along the way, and we’re finally seeing the bigger picture after being drip-fed clues across the series. Thorne and Briony are my favourites in this, and they really get there moment to shine together in this one. Gosh I just love them! Beaufort and Dray get some intense and quiet moments too, with some proper growth throughout the story. Fox isn't so much present here but if you read book 3 you will know why...
The plot thickens, the adventure’s on, and they’re finally working together. Relationships are building, the direction feels clear, and we get a few answers… before a cheeky cliff-hanger sets up a lot to resolve in the finale. 🙈⚡
Tropes:
· Fated Mates
· Shifters / Magic
· Strong FMC
· Found Family
· Why Choose
· Book 4
Summary: Fast, fun, and focused—this one gives us character glow-ups, some long-awaited answers, and a stormy setup for the finale. I’m excited (and a bit nervous) to see how it all ends! ⚡📚
December 25, 2025
Im not sure where to begin!? But first of all, I’m so honored to be trusted with an arc of this book, thank you miss Haze! All your books are always written so well and this one is no exception!
Omg the unraveling of the secrets, the plot twists and well you know - the spice!?!? I was sat on the edge of my seat constantly, exited to know what comes next. In some regards some of the spice scenes may seem out of place, but regardless that, I think they work with the story anyway because the characters are developing you know? I’m really trying to keep this review without spoilers!
To be warned, this one, as many of miss Haze books, ends on a cliffhanger. But please, read this series - I love it and can really recommend it. It has it all; romance (duh), fantasy (duh) and hot boys with impressive powers (duh). And also, a FMC growing into herself and keep getting into trouble. (Duh)
Thanks again for trusting me with this ARC, now Iam depressed again because I have to wait for the last installment of this series.😭 brb, starting over from part one again 👍 ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Omg the unraveling of the secrets, the plot twists and well you know - the spice!?!? I was sat on the edge of my seat constantly, exited to know what comes next. In some regards some of the spice scenes may seem out of place, but regardless that, I think they work with the story anyway because the characters are developing you know? I’m really trying to keep this review without spoilers!
To be warned, this one, as many of miss Haze books, ends on a cliffhanger. But please, read this series - I love it and can really recommend it. It has it all; romance (duh), fantasy (duh) and hot boys with impressive powers (duh). And also, a FMC growing into herself and keep getting into trouble. (Duh)
Thanks again for trusting me with this ARC, now Iam depressed again because I have to wait for the last installment of this series.😭 brb, starting over from part one again 👍 ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Review of advance copy received from Author
Hannah has done it again with another great book in The Firestone Academy series. This book picks up right where the last one left off after Fox and Madame Bardin have disappeared. Briony is focused on retrieving Fox from the demon realm with or without anyone else's help. Luckily for her, her mates and best friends, Claire and Fly, would never let her pursue this alone. Briony and her crew go to the palace to petition the Empress to allow them to go to the demon realm and save Fox. There is plenty of action throughout this book as well as revelations that everything is not what it seems regarding the students who have gone missing. If you're wanting to know about the spice, be assured that there is plenty of well written scenes between Briony and her men throughout. I am excited at how close Thorne and Briony are to finally coming together. We also get to learn and see more about Beaufort and Dray's families. I continue to enjoy the relationship growth between Briony and her men and I cannot wait for the next book.
January 5, 2026
ARC REVIEW: Thank You Hannah for giving me the opportunity to read this early. All thoughts and feelings about this book are my own.
So of course this book picks up from what happened in Taste of Thorns and honestly I loved how it started and throughout.
I love how Briony knew that Fox hadn’t betrayed them and her commitment to getting to him.
I definitely feel like the book was paced very well but also had you feeling that sense of urgency for Briony to find Fox.
The moment between Thorne and Briony was honestly so beautifully written and well worth the wait. The balance of spice was exactly what we needed. I’m glad it wasn’t a case of “oh here we go let’s DO this”
As standard Dray has me creasing throughout the book, his character has got to be one of my favourites.
I had a feeling this book would end on a cliff hanger seeing as there’s another book to come.. I just wasn’t expecting it to break my heart the way it did nor expect the betrayals that run deep in this book. I can’t wait to see how the series will conclude.
So of course this book picks up from what happened in Taste of Thorns and honestly I loved how it started and throughout.
I love how Briony knew that Fox hadn’t betrayed them and her commitment to getting to him.
I definitely feel like the book was paced very well but also had you feeling that sense of urgency for Briony to find Fox.
The moment between Thorne and Briony was honestly so beautifully written and well worth the wait. The balance of spice was exactly what we needed. I’m glad it wasn’t a case of “oh here we go let’s DO this”
As standard Dray has me creasing throughout the book, his character has got to be one of my favourites.
I had a feeling this book would end on a cliff hanger seeing as there’s another book to come.. I just wasn’t expecting it to break my heart the way it did nor expect the betrayals that run deep in this book. I can’t wait to see how the series will conclude.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
January 10, 2026
Lure of Lightning is the fourth book in the Firestone Academy series written by Hannah Haze.
💜 mysteries
💜 academy setting
💜 shadow weavers
💜 fated mates
💜 🌶🌶🌶🌶 spice
This book picks right up where the last book left off. Briony can’t believe this is happening. This trial showed her so much about what is happening and yet there are so many more questions. First question they need to answer is where is Fox? Why is he missing and not at the lake like they agreed he would be? She found his ring. Does that mean he’s in trouble? Is he against all of them like the others suspect?
This was a good addition to this series. There are so many things that this group must figure out. The world building keeps growing and so do the characters within the books. Briony is constantly having to learn and grow with everything that is thrown at her. In the midst of all of it, she makes people start to question the status quo. I think this book was a good addition to the series. This does end on a cliffhanger and I can’t wait to see what will happen next when the next book is released.
💜 mysteries
💜 academy setting
💜 shadow weavers
💜 fated mates
💜 🌶🌶🌶🌶 spice
This book picks right up where the last book left off. Briony can’t believe this is happening. This trial showed her so much about what is happening and yet there are so many more questions. First question they need to answer is where is Fox? Why is he missing and not at the lake like they agreed he would be? She found his ring. Does that mean he’s in trouble? Is he against all of them like the others suspect?
This was a good addition to this series. There are so many things that this group must figure out. The world building keeps growing and so do the characters within the books. Briony is constantly having to learn and grow with everything that is thrown at her. In the midst of all of it, she makes people start to question the status quo. I think this book was a good addition to the series. This does end on a cliffhanger and I can’t wait to see what will happen next when the next book is released.
December 17, 2025
Wow!! What an action packed book we get into! I’ve been waiting for more progress with Thorne the entire series! So exciting! As we all knew, Bri got Fox back, but I think the information she received from the bones was a big key that she completely missed!
This book was, in my opinion, a much faster pace for us and was a lot of information, and a lot more locations for us to see. To finally have the guys see that Bri was right about the true unfairness of the realms, and how it didn’t make sense in the overall picture of everything was a yay moment but also bittersweet bc that’s all they’ve known and now they can’t trust anyone. Beaufort’s mom, the empress, is a real piece of work. She has got to go.
I absolutely loved this book, even though we are on somewhat of a cliffhanger, everyone should realize that only 3 of Bri’s guys were taken…..
You need to read this book! It’s amazing!
I received an arc copy of this book.
This book was, in my opinion, a much faster pace for us and was a lot of information, and a lot more locations for us to see. To finally have the guys see that Bri was right about the true unfairness of the realms, and how it didn’t make sense in the overall picture of everything was a yay moment but also bittersweet bc that’s all they’ve known and now they can’t trust anyone. Beaufort’s mom, the empress, is a real piece of work. She has got to go.
I absolutely loved this book, even though we are on somewhat of a cliffhanger, everyone should realize that only 3 of Bri’s guys were taken…..
You need to read this book! It’s amazing!
I received an arc copy of this book.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
Review of advance copy received from Author
No real spoilers below but incase. Hannah Haze has done it to me again! I had the honor of reading this as a ARC my first from her but…. I feel like she loves to bring me to the brink in her books and leave me craving for more with her twist and cliffhanger endings that cost me throwing my kindle!
This book was an epic bridge from hidden truths that Briony has been trying to figure out all while cementing her connection to her fated mates. To finally see my man Thorne come alive and have happiness it just shattered my heart happily and gave me a rush!!! But to really see Briony come into her own fully take no crap, Yas Queen finally I mean you were always there but now!!!! I’m so proud! But I have a hit list with some extra names but if I hear the name darling one more time I will jump in the book and rampage it really got all my feelings. Lol I love this book so much this series is a fave of mine and can’t wait to see more!
This book was an epic bridge from hidden truths that Briony has been trying to figure out all while cementing her connection to her fated mates. To finally see my man Thorne come alive and have happiness it just shattered my heart happily and gave me a rush!!! But to really see Briony come into her own fully take no crap, Yas Queen finally I mean you were always there but now!!!! I’m so proud! But I have a hit list with some extra names but if I hear the name darling one more time I will jump in the book and rampage it really got all my feelings. Lol I love this book so much this series is a fave of mine and can’t wait to see more!
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
Review of advance copy received from Author
Arc Review - so happy that I got to read the arc for this!
After the cliffhanger from the last book I was really excited to see how the story played out in book 4 and it did not disappoint! I loved how sure Briony was of Fox not being a traitor and her commitment to getting him back.
The dynamics between her and the guys felt more mature and continued to strengthen throughout it. Although they don’t always agree with her decisions they try to see it from her perspective more and are supportive of her. I’m also so happy we finally got Thorne and briony!!
Briony was able to grow more into her magic and confidence which was definitely needed especially as the story continues on!
Even though I was expecting a cliffhanger the ending had me on the edge of my seat! Honestly after all Briony went through in this book to get fox back poor girl has been THROUGH it! Excitedly waiting for the next book to see how that all plays out!!!
After the cliffhanger from the last book I was really excited to see how the story played out in book 4 and it did not disappoint! I loved how sure Briony was of Fox not being a traitor and her commitment to getting him back.
The dynamics between her and the guys felt more mature and continued to strengthen throughout it. Although they don’t always agree with her decisions they try to see it from her perspective more and are supportive of her. I’m also so happy we finally got Thorne and briony!!
Briony was able to grow more into her magic and confidence which was definitely needed especially as the story continues on!
Even though I was expecting a cliffhanger the ending had me on the edge of my seat! Honestly after all Briony went through in this book to get fox back poor girl has been THROUGH it! Excitedly waiting for the next book to see how that all plays out!!!
January 7, 2026
ohhh so much better! 💗✨
I knew sticking it out would be worth it! Briony has finally started to grow up and I couldn't be happier 😂
The guys were my favorites up until now and honestly they still are 😂 but Briony isn't making my eye twitch as much!
Thorne is still my favorite and Dray is right begging him.
This one picks up right where the last ended, with Briony and some of the guys thinking Fox either betrayed them or had been taken.
Seeing them traverse the demon realm was really fun. Also having them come to certain revelations on who they can really trust was great. A little predictable for me but I also think I'm a secret covert operative when it comes to plots 🤣 so take that as you will.
I'm so excited for the final installment of this series. The audiobooks are fantastic and I'm impatiently waiting for this one to get it's turn in audio 💗
⭐⭐⭐⭐.8 📚 overall story
🌶️🌶️ 🌶️ spice level
I knew sticking it out would be worth it! Briony has finally started to grow up and I couldn't be happier 😂
The guys were my favorites up until now and honestly they still are 😂 but Briony isn't making my eye twitch as much!
Thorne is still my favorite and Dray is right begging him.
This one picks up right where the last ended, with Briony and some of the guys thinking Fox either betrayed them or had been taken.
Seeing them traverse the demon realm was really fun. Also having them come to certain revelations on who they can really trust was great. A little predictable for me but I also think I'm a secret covert operative when it comes to plots 🤣 so take that as you will.
I'm so excited for the final installment of this series. The audiobooks are fantastic and I'm impatiently waiting for this one to get it's turn in audio 💗
⭐⭐⭐⭐.8 📚 overall story
🌶️🌶️ 🌶️ spice level
January 10, 2026
Still processing...feelings
I liked this book. It took me a couple of days to process everything that happened because this installment was in a word...BUSY.
We pick up moments after the ending of book 3 where Fox has been taken by the Madame and Briony and her boys are about to give chase.
Except that Briony has a terrifying panic attack on the back of a dragon and eventually sees sense.
So many things are revealed in this book and some of it is heartbreaking, like the royal siblings.
Also, Briony and Thorne reach an understanding 😉
This book and this story is giving Shadow and Bone vibes. A girl from the wrong part or the realm and is drafted into 'service' (magic school) and it turns out she's the prophesied lumomancer.
She makes some friends one of which is a genius and the other one a designer and we can't forget that she is the companion of a mythical creature.
I like the book and I'm excited for the conclusion of Briony's story.
I liked this book. It took me a couple of days to process everything that happened because this installment was in a word...BUSY.
We pick up moments after the ending of book 3 where Fox has been taken by the Madame and Briony and her boys are about to give chase.
Except that Briony has a terrifying panic attack on the back of a dragon and eventually sees sense.
So many things are revealed in this book and some of it is heartbreaking, like the royal siblings.
Also, Briony and Thorne reach an understanding 😉
This book and this story is giving Shadow and Bone vibes. A girl from the wrong part or the realm and is drafted into 'service' (magic school) and it turns out she's the prophesied lumomancer.
She makes some friends one of which is a genius and the other one a designer and we can't forget that she is the companion of a mythical creature.
I like the book and I'm excited for the conclusion of Briony's story.
Review of advance copy received from Author
Book 4 of The Firestone Academy Series, picking up right where Book 3 left off.
The first half was a little slower and harder to get into, but it was clearly focused on world-building and understanding how Onyx works — and honestly, it made everything click in the second half. I usually see twists coming, but this one never crossed my mind.
Briony’s growing confidence in her powers was such a welcome development, and I loved that they finally realised their powers can combine. And Thorne and Briony 😍 I’ve been waiting three books for this. I only wish it had been a bit spicier — but that doesn’t mean the rest of the book lacked spice. The overall balance was perfect 👌
I can’t wait for the final book to see how everything plays out — I just know it’s going to be good.
Thank you for the ARC.
The first half was a little slower and harder to get into, but it was clearly focused on world-building and understanding how Onyx works — and honestly, it made everything click in the second half. I usually see twists coming, but this one never crossed my mind.
Briony’s growing confidence in her powers was such a welcome development, and I loved that they finally realised their powers can combine. And Thorne and Briony 😍 I’ve been waiting three books for this. I only wish it had been a bit spicier — but that doesn’t mean the rest of the book lacked spice. The overall balance was perfect 👌
I can’t wait for the final book to see how everything plays out — I just know it’s going to be good.
Thank you for the ARC.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
January 15, 2026
Briony has come a long way from the Slate Quarter, her power has emerged and grown, she has a dragon and her four mates. The three princes and the professor are everything to her and she to them, for one of them to be apart from her would be Hell for both of them. Lure of Lightning explores just what Briony will do and is capable of, to protect her mates. And in amongst all the action and steam, there are some very hard truths for them all to discover. I am dying to read the last book, to find our what happens, but I also dont want to say goodbye to these characters. This world is amazing and I love the rules of it, throw in some very unforgettable characters and you have the perfect series!
January 18, 2026
⭐⭐⭐½
This is the fourth book in the Firestone Academy series, and while I’ve really enjoyed the series overall, this one ended up being my least favorite so far.
It took me a long time to really get into the story, and the pacing felt slower compared to the earlier books. That said, things definitely picked up once we reached the demon realm. That’s where the story became much more interesting, especially as Briony started flexing her powers more — those were easily my favorite parts.
While it wasn’t my favorite installment, it was still an entertaining read and added important development to the overall series. I’m invested in the characters and world, so I’m still excited to see where the story goes next.
This is the fourth book in the Firestone Academy series, and while I’ve really enjoyed the series overall, this one ended up being my least favorite so far.
It took me a long time to really get into the story, and the pacing felt slower compared to the earlier books. That said, things definitely picked up once we reached the demon realm. That’s where the story became much more interesting, especially as Briony started flexing her powers more — those were easily my favorite parts.
While it wasn’t my favorite installment, it was still an entertaining read and added important development to the overall series. I’m invested in the characters and world, so I’m still excited to see where the story goes next.
Review of advance copy received from Author
We were left on a Hannah Haze classic cliffhanger last book and I needed this book so badly!!!! And I can promise you it did not disappoint.
Our guys are all the same, one is controlling, one is grumpy, one is only thinking about 🤭 while they do everything they can to find her 4th mate.
I was on the edge of my seat for the entire book. We get spoonfuls of information in this world that is not as simple as we first thought. and those little bit of information just gives us more questions.
The book flows beautifully, yes there is a lot of moving parts and new information being given but it does not stop the story or confuse the reader.
Can't wait for the last book!!!!
Our guys are all the same, one is controlling, one is grumpy, one is only thinking about 🤭 while they do everything they can to find her 4th mate.
I was on the edge of my seat for the entire book. We get spoonfuls of information in this world that is not as simple as we first thought. and those little bit of information just gives us more questions.
The book flows beautifully, yes there is a lot of moving parts and new information being given but it does not stop the story or confuse the reader.
Can't wait for the last book!!!!
Review of advance copy received from Author
Firstly Thank You Hannah Haze for this ARC!!
I loved being back in this world! The stakes just got so much higher. Briony is finally coming into her power and finding her confidence, which is exactly what she needs because things are getting intense.
While she and the guys set out to look for Fox, they uncover that they may have more enemies plotting against them than just the Madame. After that ending, I'm dying to know how they're going to get out of this mess!
On a happier note, we finally got that Thorne development! Watching his confidence grow alongside Briony's was everything. I need more of him immediately!
I loved being back in this world! The stakes just got so much higher. Briony is finally coming into her power and finding her confidence, which is exactly what she needs because things are getting intense.
While she and the guys set out to look for Fox, they uncover that they may have more enemies plotting against them than just the Madame. After that ending, I'm dying to know how they're going to get out of this mess!
On a happier note, we finally got that Thorne development! Watching his confidence grow alongside Briony's was everything. I need more of him immediately!
Review of advance copy received from Author
The series continues to impress me! With each book we're getting deeper into Briony's story.
Of course, the journey hasn't been without challenges and complications. There were twists, secrets, betrayal, drama, and lots of emotional moments. Thankfully, we do get a few answers too.
We continue to learn more about Briony and slowly her confidence is building. Mostly, there is a lot more focus on the connections between the fmc and each guy. The spice was perfect. The banter and humor made me smile.
Sadly, we are left on another cliffhanger. Regardless, I loved it!! I just need more as soon as possible!!
Of course, the journey hasn't been without challenges and complications. There were twists, secrets, betrayal, drama, and lots of emotional moments. Thankfully, we do get a few answers too.
We continue to learn more about Briony and slowly her confidence is building. Mostly, there is a lot more focus on the connections between the fmc and each guy. The spice was perfect. The banter and humor made me smile.
Sadly, we are left on another cliffhanger. Regardless, I loved it!! I just need more as soon as possible!!
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