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Heir to the Second Line: Part One
The Second Line lived, and their resurrection threatened the fragile happiness that Avalon has finally achieved.
Avalon Halhed was actually content. She’d go as far as to say she was even happy. She was in love. She had friends, a community, a damn pet.
Until a shockingly beautiful man walked through the gates of Boellium and ruined everything. The Heir to the Second Line shouldn’t exist. Their Line had long ago been eradicated and countless years had passed, until they were just a warning in the history books to not cross the First Line.
But Lierick Hanovan appeared with more than just the revelation that his Line lived; he had claims that were even more insane.
He believed Avalon was a Recreationist, and could physically turn back time. In fact, according to Lierick, she had recreated history over and over already.
She was also prophesied to change Ebrus forever. No pressure or anything. But despite the preposterousness of his words, they rung true in her soul.
Avalon didn’t want to be the ‘chosen one’. She wanted to badly swing a sword by day, have three ways beneath the stars with her handsome lovers by night, and then follow Hayle home when her time as a conscript at Boellium War College was complete.
However, Fate didn’t care what Avalon wanted. She’d proven that over and over again.
This is Part One in a Three Part book. If you haven't read DAUGHTER OF THE NINTH LINE, it's strongly suggested you do that first.
Suggested Reading Order for the Lines of Ebrus
Daughter of the Ninth Part One
Daughter of the Ninth Part Two
Daughter of the Ninth Part Three
Heir to the Second Line : Part One
Avalon Halhed was actually content. She’d go as far as to say she was even happy. She was in love. She had friends, a community, a damn pet.
Until a shockingly beautiful man walked through the gates of Boellium and ruined everything. The Heir to the Second Line shouldn’t exist. Their Line had long ago been eradicated and countless years had passed, until they were just a warning in the history books to not cross the First Line.
But Lierick Hanovan appeared with more than just the revelation that his Line lived; he had claims that were even more insane.
He believed Avalon was a Recreationist, and could physically turn back time. In fact, according to Lierick, she had recreated history over and over already.
She was also prophesied to change Ebrus forever. No pressure or anything. But despite the preposterousness of his words, they rung true in her soul.
Avalon didn’t want to be the ‘chosen one’. She wanted to badly swing a sword by day, have three ways beneath the stars with her handsome lovers by night, and then follow Hayle home when her time as a conscript at Boellium War College was complete.
However, Fate didn’t care what Avalon wanted. She’d proven that over and over again.
This is Part One in a Three Part book. If you haven't read DAUGHTER OF THE NINTH LINE, it's strongly suggested you do that first.
Suggested Reading Order for the Lines of Ebrus
Daughter of the Ninth Part One
Daughter of the Ninth Part Two
Daughter of the Ninth Part Three
Heir to the Second Line : Part One
164 pages, Kindle Edition
Published December 3, 2025
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About the author
Grace McGinty
65 books2,203 followersWhen I was nine, my grandmother and her friends used to read and swap Harlequin Mills and Boons novels. When I was busted reading one, they started sneaking me boxes full of strong heroines and rugged men. Thus started a long love affair with the romance genre.
Then I discovered urban fantasy, and fell in love with broody Alphas and sexy paranormals, and combining them together was a no brainer.
Then I discovered Reverse Harem.... Oh my. Why choose, am I right?
Then I discovered urban fantasy, and fell in love with broody Alphas and sexy paranormals, and combining them together was a no brainer.
Then I discovered Reverse Harem.... Oh my. Why choose, am I right?
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Displaying 1 - 13 of 13 reviews
January 19, 2026
After binging the first book, I knew that I just wanted to find out what happened after that major cliff-hanger moment. So, here we are.
I found this book to be more enjoyable now that I know what is going on, and what this means for the characters. I like the characters dynamics and interactions as they unravel the mystery, and how this fits in with what they have been told by the elders for generations. We don't see too much of the wider world and it's people apart from the condensed version at the academy and one journey that is the catalyst for the final confrontation. Very enjoyable, fast paced and I can't wait for the second part of this book to be released.
3.5 stars
I found this book to be more enjoyable now that I know what is going on, and what this means for the characters. I like the characters dynamics and interactions as they unravel the mystery, and how this fits in with what they have been told by the elders for generations. We don't see too much of the wider world and it's people apart from the condensed version at the academy and one journey that is the catalyst for the final confrontation. Very enjoyable, fast paced and I can't wait for the second part of this book to be released.
3.5 stars
December 8, 2025
Another great installment to this six part story
Casual readers probably see “war college” in the description and think this is another take on the trend started by Fourth Wing. This is not like that or any of the knockoffs that followed. This a reverse harem story about a sheltered young woman who thinks she’s powerless at the beginning of her enrollment in a war college, but discovers her power with the help of multiple men and a prophecy. I’m really looking forward to the next two chapters in the story.
Casual readers probably see “war college” in the description and think this is another take on the trend started by Fourth Wing. This is not like that or any of the knockoffs that followed. This a reverse harem story about a sheltered young woman who thinks she’s powerless at the beginning of her enrollment in a war college, but discovers her power with the help of multiple men and a prophecy. I’m really looking forward to the next two chapters in the story.
January 24, 2026
DNF
I loved the Lines of Ebrus books however this book was disappointing.
I like the concept of the story line, the magic and the strategising etc. However I decided to stop reading at the point when Avalon decides to kiss a Lierick. She is basically attracted to every male she interacts with (in this book). I believe it does a disservice to Hayle and Vox. I already felt it was a cop out she couldn’t pick between the two MMC in the first place, however I understood how it contributed to the story. I draw the line at a third.
I loved the Lines of Ebrus books however this book was disappointing.
I like the concept of the story line, the magic and the strategising etc. However I decided to stop reading at the point when Avalon decides to kiss a Lierick. She is basically attracted to every male she interacts with (in this book). I believe it does a disservice to Hayle and Vox. I already felt it was a cop out she couldn’t pick between the two MMC in the first place, however I understood how it contributed to the story. I draw the line at a third.
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January 30, 2026
Another fantastic addition to this world
I love this story. The world building, the character development, the pace… everything just flows so well. Waiting for the next book is torture. Agonizing torture. And this is exactly the reason why I enjoy these books. I will definitely be re-reading just to immerse myself better into this world. I seriously don’t want these books to end.
I love this story. The world building, the character development, the pace… everything just flows so well. Waiting for the next book is torture. Agonizing torture. And this is exactly the reason why I enjoy these books. I will definitely be re-reading just to immerse myself better into this world. I seriously don’t want these books to end.
December 7, 2025
Excellent Romantasy Adventure
Ms McGinty's newest installment of the series is powerful. The story is riveting and filled with exciting action and intrigue. The world building is delightful and the characters are well written. Ms McGinty is masterful storyteller.
Ms McGinty's newest installment of the series is powerful. The story is riveting and filled with exciting action and intrigue. The world building is delightful and the characters are well written. Ms McGinty is masterful storyteller.
December 26, 2025
I love this series!
I love Avalon and her story. She is the perfect FMC, powerful, kind, and loving. Everyone is evolving In the story. The guys are awesome. I can't wait for the next book.
I love Avalon and her story. She is the perfect FMC, powerful, kind, and loving. Everyone is evolving In the story. The guys are awesome. I can't wait for the next book.
December 14, 2025
More please!
I loved this so much!
But why are these books so short?
I would love a 300+ book for a change!
I want to finish this, but I may just wait for it to be complete!
I loved this so much!
But why are these books so short?
I would love a 300+ book for a change!
I want to finish this, but I may just wait for it to be complete!
December 15, 2025
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Yas! I’m so excited to see how this story unfolds! We finally get to all the action and back story
Yas! I’m so excited to see how this story unfolds! We finally get to all the action and back story
December 20, 2025
everything is making sense
And it is all getting tied together! Such a great wordsmith! Grace McGinty stories are always worth a read, especially when it is in my favourite genre.
And it is all getting tied together! Such a great wordsmith! Grace McGinty stories are always worth a read, especially when it is in my favourite genre.
December 27, 2025
This book 100% why I love.
Every character is an individual. We’ve got the formation of a poly relationship and the new addition. Yesssss.
Grace you never disappoint
Every character is an individual. We’ve got the formation of a poly relationship and the new addition. Yesssss.
Grace you never disappoint
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January 5, 2026
such a unique series!
Loving this series and all the twists and turns! Grace has crafted a very detailed world and so many loveable characters. I can’t wait for more!!
Loving this series and all the twists and turns! Grace has crafted a very detailed world and so many loveable characters. I can’t wait for more!!
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January 9, 2026I wonder if we will be having 4 men in the harem?
December 10, 2025
I feel like I'm growing out of the reverse harem genre, but I am enjoying the plot and story despite the banging.
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