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She lost her love. She lost the war. Now she’s losing herself.
All her life, Malia was taught to be a fighter—to be unbreakable. But those mantras mean little when there’s nothing left to fight for. With Keahi gone and the Ghosts vanishing as quickly as they appeared, no trace left behind, Malia finally breaks.
Haunted and hollow, she tries to disappear too—but the war isn’t done with her yet. As secrets surface and mysteries unravel, friends turn to foes and loyalties shift. Now, Malia must face the fractures in her mind and decide whether she can fight one last time or be lost to the darkness for good.
All her life, Malia was taught to be a fighter—to be unbreakable. But those mantras mean little when there’s nothing left to fight for. With Keahi gone and the Ghosts vanishing as quickly as they appeared, no trace left behind, Malia finally breaks.
Haunted and hollow, she tries to disappear too—but the war isn’t done with her yet. As secrets surface and mysteries unravel, friends turn to foes and loyalties shift. Now, Malia must face the fractures in her mind and decide whether she can fight one last time or be lost to the darkness for good.
820 pages, Paperback
Published December 1, 2025
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Jarah Aurel
15 books220 followersJarah Aurel is an indie author known for writing emotionally rich romance and romantasy that blend sharp storytelling with immersive worldbuilding. From heartfelt contemporary love stories to high-stakes magical academies, her novels explore themes of resilience, vulnerability, and connection with striking clarity.
Her work is available on platforms like Amazon, Kindle, ku. When she isn’t writing, she connects with readers through visual storytelling and behind-the-scenes insights on Instagram.
Her work is available on platforms like Amazon, Kindle, ku. When she isn’t writing, she connects with readers through visual storytelling and behind-the-scenes insights on Instagram.
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December 23, 2025
Ending felt rushed
March 20, 2026
SO LONG and so sad. spectacular, though. I liked it but, again, it was far too long. 😭😭😭
April 23, 2026
i liked the storyline a lot and the ending was good in theory but there was just wayyyyyy too much filler in this book and then the ending felt too rushed and tied up too neatly when it could have done with more detail. i would have been more interested in the ending integration section and how they navigated that over malia’s problems which took up the entire first half or more. i really had to force myself through the second half bc it was sooooooo much filler and repetition. 1 star for plot
February 7, 2026
A self explanatory ending but I love Lia and recommend this book but I liked Reprise more so if there rating had decimals I would rather Irenic 4.15 stars
February 5, 2026
It was nice, we got a lot more of Malia and her man, the ending felt a bit flat though ngl
May 21, 2026
No words to describe this frickin book. My favorite bro like it hurt to finish this series I hope there is more. Like in each and EVRY SINGLE ONE of this series made me UGLY CRY, SOB AND HURT ME IN WAYS THAN I CAN IMAGINE. I have NEVER CRIED for a BOOK let me repeat that for you NEVER EVER. If a book was sad and by the way I've read a LOT of books that were sad I had to force myself but mostly I had to think of sad times in my life and this series mde me feel their pain in all 3. FOREVER IN MY TOP TEN OR 5.
January 9, 2026
I enjoyed this series, wasn’t a fan of the start of this book, I hated how dark Malia had turned and I was just praying and wishing her and Keahi would find their way back to each other and some semblance of normal, did love malias healing, the budding romances of other couples was fun to watch to, I did enjoy the ending, there was no big fight or battle but I enjoyed it
August 11, 2026
(3.8 ⭐️)
Wow! I can’t believe I already finished this trilogy. I honestly wished it had more books because I’m curious as to how Keahi and Malia’s future will unfold. I already can see their past selves probably being shocked if they ever realized that they would end up together in a way that’s almost like marriage (merging powers) and as a couple overall. I had a fun time envisioning the setting and the cyberpunk kind of architecture that I envisioned. Irenic being underwater was an intricate detail that I’m sure Malia loved being surrounded by her element. I love that Malia and Keahi were like opposites attract for a while as kids until Keahi changed. I mean fire x water is so cliche (fireboy x watergirl in another universe). I have to admit, I found it surprising that Flint and Wystan got together considering Wystan’s grief for Dustin and tbh, I thought Flint was straight?? Is everybody in this universe just automatically bi?? Because I remember a girl being into Malia at the academy and the book never mentioned Malia being into girls bc her only “love interests” were Aiden (ig?) and Keahi. Even though I did want her to try something out with Flint for a bit :( I’m happy almost all of the side characters got their own person to share Irenic with. The reason I didn’t enjoy this book as much as the first two is probably because I felt like the beginning of the book was too slow and then the ending too rushed. It ended in a way that makes me wonder what the future will hold. Will Malia and Keahi actually have kids together? Will Lia and Frank be endgame? (I know we saw them as a couple finally!) I also didn’t enjoy how Malia was really weak and quiet, not at all like her “normal” self was. I’m just glad that she slowly got over it and became the leader we all know and love. I like seeing them have flashbacks of their time at the academy also. And the ball scene before the great battle! Them having their last hurrah was funny and nice to see Malia and Maya get over their differences. (Although Im sure if the Dark Fracture Malia-the one who was kidnapped, would have loved Maya). I didn’t see the point in having Maya be “interested” in Keahi though because it didn’t go anywhere and only made Malia insecure (even though she had literally no right to be because she’s a baddie!!) And her saying that Keahi wasn’t the “jealous type” was hilarious knowing his younger self’s pov catching Aiden and her together would say otherwise. And then him being jealous of Frank and Josh too! Like girl are you blind? You’ve both been jealous of the respective’s ex/situationship/close friend and it shows. Overall, will be begging on my knees to see a spin-off of everyone’s kids going to the new academy! I think that would be a cool aspect. PLS PLS PLS!! 🔥🌊⚡️
Wow! I can’t believe I already finished this trilogy. I honestly wished it had more books because I’m curious as to how Keahi and Malia’s future will unfold. I already can see their past selves probably being shocked if they ever realized that they would end up together in a way that’s almost like marriage (merging powers) and as a couple overall. I had a fun time envisioning the setting and the cyberpunk kind of architecture that I envisioned. Irenic being underwater was an intricate detail that I’m sure Malia loved being surrounded by her element. I love that Malia and Keahi were like opposites attract for a while as kids until Keahi changed. I mean fire x water is so cliche (fireboy x watergirl in another universe). I have to admit, I found it surprising that Flint and Wystan got together considering Wystan’s grief for Dustin and tbh, I thought Flint was straight?? Is everybody in this universe just automatically bi?? Because I remember a girl being into Malia at the academy and the book never mentioned Malia being into girls bc her only “love interests” were Aiden (ig?) and Keahi. Even though I did want her to try something out with Flint for a bit :( I’m happy almost all of the side characters got their own person to share Irenic with. The reason I didn’t enjoy this book as much as the first two is probably because I felt like the beginning of the book was too slow and then the ending too rushed. It ended in a way that makes me wonder what the future will hold. Will Malia and Keahi actually have kids together? Will Lia and Frank be endgame? (I know we saw them as a couple finally!) I also didn’t enjoy how Malia was really weak and quiet, not at all like her “normal” self was. I’m just glad that she slowly got over it and became the leader we all know and love. I like seeing them have flashbacks of their time at the academy also. And the ball scene before the great battle! Them having their last hurrah was funny and nice to see Malia and Maya get over their differences. (Although Im sure if the Dark Fracture Malia-the one who was kidnapped, would have loved Maya). I didn’t see the point in having Maya be “interested” in Keahi though because it didn’t go anywhere and only made Malia insecure (even though she had literally no right to be because she’s a baddie!!) And her saying that Keahi wasn’t the “jealous type” was hilarious knowing his younger self’s pov catching Aiden and her together would say otherwise. And then him being jealous of Frank and Josh too! Like girl are you blind? You’ve both been jealous of the respective’s ex/situationship/close friend and it shows. Overall, will be begging on my knees to see a spin-off of everyone’s kids going to the new academy! I think that would be a cool aspect. PLS PLS PLS!! 🔥🌊⚡️
December 18, 2025
I really loved this book. It was honestly such an amazing book and I got attached to the characters way faster than I expected. The writing pulled me in and I felt so many emotions while reading it. It’s one of those stories that stays in your head even after you’re done.I couldn’t stop reading it. Yes, I have a headache from reading the book in one go but I really loved it.
It was a bit different than the first book but still it was incredible to read. In the end all that waiting was really worth it.
Malia really had a character development. From a depressed absent girl to the girl she was before everything happened.
If I’m being honest, the ending did feel a bit rushed. Everything wrapped up so quickly compared to how carefully the rest of the story was built, and I wish we had a bit more time to sit with the final moments.
But still, thank you, Jarah Aurel, for giving us a happy ending. I was really scared for the outcome but it didn’t disappoint. After everything the characters went through, it felt really comforting and satisfying to see things work out. Overall, I loved the book, and even with the rushed ending, it was a great read that I’d definitely recommend.
For the author: Jarah Aurel, thank you so much for creating this series and for spending five years bringing this storyline to life. I loved every part of this journey and it really felt like an emotional roller coaster in the best way possible and I love you for that!! I hope I get to experience something like this again someday just like I did with this series!
Thank you for everything.
Xx
It was a bit different than the first book but still it was incredible to read. In the end all that waiting was really worth it.
Malia really had a character development. From a depressed absent girl to the girl she was before everything happened.
If I’m being honest, the ending did feel a bit rushed. Everything wrapped up so quickly compared to how carefully the rest of the story was built, and I wish we had a bit more time to sit with the final moments.
But still, thank you, Jarah Aurel, for giving us a happy ending. I was really scared for the outcome but it didn’t disappoint. After everything the characters went through, it felt really comforting and satisfying to see things work out. Overall, I loved the book, and even with the rushed ending, it was a great read that I’d definitely recommend.
For the author: Jarah Aurel, thank you so much for creating this series and for spending five years bringing this storyline to life. I loved every part of this journey and it really felt like an emotional roller coaster in the best way possible and I love you for that!! I hope I get to experience something like this again someday just like I did with this series!
Thank you for everything.
Xx
August 19, 2026
800 pages… *sigh* lets break down the lore.
What in the healthy relationship dynamic is going on, organic veggies cant even compete.
Not gonna lie got the ick from how disgustingly in love these fools were. Cry me a river. 🙄
800 pages felt like a marathon that didnt really need to be drawn out as long as it should have.
The book felt more like a rom com rather than something revolved around an interesting plot.
The main plot hole was the main villains from the first book lacked so much consistency cause wdym they were the equivalent to a nuclear bomb and all the characters had to do was press the off button, and they never reappeared even though they had the potential of a Lotso style betrayal/revenge complex from toy story 3.
That was a terrible metaphor but it happened way to easily was kind of expecting a come back after yappin how much weaker the heros were.
The story was fine and entertaining to a certain extent but just a little flat and easy without anything really complex going on, it was giving chat gpt.
Everything that could’ve been opened up to an interesting story was never explored like girl be so fr. 😒
Final verdict: meh
What in the healthy relationship dynamic is going on, organic veggies cant even compete.
Not gonna lie got the ick from how disgustingly in love these fools were. Cry me a river. 🙄
800 pages felt like a marathon that didnt really need to be drawn out as long as it should have.
The book felt more like a rom com rather than something revolved around an interesting plot.
The main plot hole was the main villains from the first book lacked so much consistency cause wdym they were the equivalent to a nuclear bomb and all the characters had to do was press the off button, and they never reappeared even though they had the potential of a Lotso style betrayal/revenge complex from toy story 3.
That was a terrible metaphor but it happened way to easily was kind of expecting a come back after yappin how much weaker the heros were.
The story was fine and entertaining to a certain extent but just a little flat and easy without anything really complex going on, it was giving chat gpt.
Everything that could’ve been opened up to an interesting story was never explored like girl be so fr. 😒
Final verdict: meh
June 27, 2026
🖤💚 Irenic, Jarah Aurel
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this felt like everything arcane built up just got deeper in the best way, like the emotional weight is heavier but also more meaningful because you already care so much about the characters.
it has that same intense feeling, like moments of peace mixed with things that still hurt in a quiet way. i loved seeing the continuation of their growth and how everything they went through in arcane actually shapes who they are now.
it honestly felt really grounding but also emotional at the same time, like it gives you space to breathe but still makes you feel everything. such a beautiful continuation and it just made me love the story even more.
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
this felt like everything arcane built up just got deeper in the best way, like the emotional weight is heavier but also more meaningful because you already care so much about the characters.
it has that same intense feeling, like moments of peace mixed with things that still hurt in a quiet way. i loved seeing the continuation of their growth and how everything they went through in arcane actually shapes who they are now.
it honestly felt really grounding but also emotional at the same time, like it gives you space to breathe but still makes you feel everything. such a beautiful continuation and it just made me love the story even more.
January 13, 2026
Wow, this series was truly put together with the authors heart and soul. This last book kept me on my toes and I was beyond happy with the ending especially in her notes at the end how she mentioned the possibility of continuing the story line. The book itself had covered a lot of sensitive topics with grace and even taught me a thing or two about grief. I highly recommend reading this series as your little escape from reality.
January 25, 2026
Good, happy for now ending
While I did enjoy this book overall, it was a lot more about emotions and overcoming trauma than exciting battles and situations. The extremely slow burn was a bit frustrating as well.
There definitely needs to be another book or a 10 years later epilogue as I want to know how it all worked out & whether they got to have a family.
While I did enjoy this book overall, it was a lot more about emotions and overcoming trauma than exciting battles and situations. The extremely slow burn was a bit frustrating as well.
There definitely needs to be another book or a 10 years later epilogue as I want to know how it all worked out & whether they got to have a family.
April 25, 2026
I honestly expected way more from this book. The idea was actually really interesting, but the writing just wasn’t good. There were a lot of spelling mistakes and weird sentences, which made it kind of hard to enjoy.
At the beginning, the story was okay, but it felt like it could’ve ended there. Making a second book just seemed unnecessary and kind of stretched the plot too much.
At the beginning, the story was okay, but it felt like it could’ve ended there. Making a second book just seemed unnecessary and kind of stretched the plot too much.
August 14, 2026
Loved the whole series. Enemies to lovers at its best!! And also a very goof storyline. Once you start reading you won't be able to stop :) I think the ending could have been a little better but since there will maybe be another book I don't mind too much. Also, I personally really liked that the book was as long as it is :)
September 26, 2026
Book 1 was absolutely amazing!! The beginning of this book was phenomenal! I loved the writing, flashbacks and the cabin scene! The emotions and feelings these characters go through. The downside for me was the large chunk in the middle. It felt like a large filler. And could’ve been shortened. I will shout about book 1 from the rooftops though.
January 26, 2026
But if she's still screaming for me, I can no longer hear her, and without her immediate presence to keep me anchored, I stand no chance against the darkness overtaking my view
June 16, 2026
2.75⭐️
July 25, 2026
CHE.NOIA.
August 1, 2026
This book should have been 200 pages max. Like i don't care about the filler.
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June 12, 2026
3.5 stars
This was a bit disappointing after the 5 star that was the first book.
Especially since it was 800 pages, and at least 400 were spent just waiting around for the final, really anticlimactic battle.
This was a bit disappointing after the 5 star that was the first book.
Especially since it was 800 pages, and at least 400 were spent just waiting around for the final, really anticlimactic battle.
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