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High school. It sounds easy enough.
Except, I’m at school in a foreign country.
Oh, and my dad is a terrorist.
And a member of his organization has went rogue. He wants to kill me.
Also, I might be falling in love with the president’s son, who my father wants dead.
I’m in way over my head.
This is the second book in the New Hope Academy Series. This is a completed YA mystery romance series.
Book 1: Fate
Book 2: Luck
Book 3: Fame
Book 4: Wish
Except, I’m at school in a foreign country.
Oh, and my dad is a terrorist.
And a member of his organization has went rogue. He wants to kill me.
Also, I might be falling in love with the president’s son, who my father wants dead.
I’m in way over my head.
This is the second book in the New Hope Academy Series. This is a completed YA mystery romance series.
Book 1: Fate
Book 2: Luck
Book 3: Fame
Book 4: Wish
97 pages, Kindle Edition
First published January 22, 2016
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About the author
Scarlett Haven
89 books413 followersI'm Scarlett Haven. I write YA and NA books and I write a lot. My books are a fun mixture of romance, mystery, and now some paranormal too!
Besides writing, I also love to read anything I can get my hands on and I'm always drawn to the villain of the story. I am 29 years old and am married to the love of my life.
Besides writing, I also love to read anything I can get my hands on and I'm always drawn to the villain of the story. I am 29 years old and am married to the love of my life.
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November 17, 2017
Kat is slowly getting used to life in America and turning out to be the daughter of a Russian Terrorist. At the end of Book #1, she was tracked down by Kazimir. Kat is also getting used to the idea that she finally has a boyfriend with Damon - the President's son. What happens though when the pair of them realize that danger is around every corner and that being in their shoes and living a normal life is out of the question. I have to admit , I don't actually like the character of Damon as it's like he knows he is hot and being the President's kid - he wants Kat and thinks he is entitled to have her and it's like he doesn't care about the dangers that are going on whereas Kat is more concerned about the kidnapping and the discovery of who her parents are. I hope that Kat and Tristan fall in love eventually as I love his character and we do see a bit of romance blossoming between the pair as they pretend to be a couple. The New Hope Academy books are quick YA reads with touches of YA romance, mysteries and boarding school life.
March 15, 2017
4 stars
January 22, 2016
Five Stars
Was really exited to read the second book just as good if and better than the first one. I'm exited cannot wait for the third book fame to come out. Again kept me intrigued and guessing loved it so going to get book 3 when it comes out. Recommended for all to read.
Was really exited to read the second book just as good if and better than the first one. I'm exited cannot wait for the third book fame to come out. Again kept me intrigued and guessing loved it so going to get book 3 when it comes out. Recommended for all to read.
December 19, 2023
Luck was another quick but enjoyable read. It’s even more fast paced than Fate with lots of drama and action. There are bigger developments and bigger dangers. It’s more intense as Katerina is torn between her love for her father and the knowledge that he’s not who she thought he was.
Katerina has been tracked down by one of her father’s men, Kazimir. He followed her to America and threatened her. Tristan saved her but Kazimir got away so Katerina has to remain on high alert. She calls her father for help but she also can’t let it slip that she knows the truth about him and what he does.
Katerina’s father comes to America to find Kazimir and kill him for going rogue and threatening his daughter. Katerina is still trying to come to terms with her father’s double life and is still grieving for her brother Eduard. They have to find a way to catch Kazimir and keep their secrets from getting out.
Katerina and Damon grow closer and spend more time together but things are complicated by the fact that her father is trying to kill him. At this point we start to see hints of a love triangle forming even as the relationship between Katerina and Damon is developing. I am not here for the love triangle.
The romance fell a little flat for me, it was really cheesy at times and I didn’t feel like Katerina and Damon had a real connection. Damon proclaims his love for Katerina and talks about getting married when they barely even know each other. Tristan starts to transition into a possible love interest but he’s five years older than her and it just seems a little creepy.
There isn’t a whole lot character development since the plot is mainly focused on Damon trying to win Katerina over and Kazimir trying to kill both of them. We do get more background on Tristan and on what Katerina’s childhood was like but her other friends don’t really contribute anything to the story.
I really enjoyed reading Luck, it was an entertaining, action-packed story with a bit of a star-crossed lovers vibe going on. The heart-pounding chases are balanced out with slower, more serious moments. There are a lot of typos though and it does ruin the moment. Still, I’m looking forward to the next book.
Katerina has been tracked down by one of her father’s men, Kazimir. He followed her to America and threatened her. Tristan saved her but Kazimir got away so Katerina has to remain on high alert. She calls her father for help but she also can’t let it slip that she knows the truth about him and what he does.
Katerina’s father comes to America to find Kazimir and kill him for going rogue and threatening his daughter. Katerina is still trying to come to terms with her father’s double life and is still grieving for her brother Eduard. They have to find a way to catch Kazimir and keep their secrets from getting out.
Katerina and Damon grow closer and spend more time together but things are complicated by the fact that her father is trying to kill him. At this point we start to see hints of a love triangle forming even as the relationship between Katerina and Damon is developing. I am not here for the love triangle.
The romance fell a little flat for me, it was really cheesy at times and I didn’t feel like Katerina and Damon had a real connection. Damon proclaims his love for Katerina and talks about getting married when they barely even know each other. Tristan starts to transition into a possible love interest but he’s five years older than her and it just seems a little creepy.
There isn’t a whole lot character development since the plot is mainly focused on Damon trying to win Katerina over and Kazimir trying to kill both of them. We do get more background on Tristan and on what Katerina’s childhood was like but her other friends don’t really contribute anything to the story.
I really enjoyed reading Luck, it was an entertaining, action-packed story with a bit of a star-crossed lovers vibe going on. The heart-pounding chases are balanced out with slower, more serious moments. There are a lot of typos though and it does ruin the moment. Still, I’m looking forward to the next book.
May 19, 2018
I am loving this series so far.📚😭 The way it's written, with the pacing, nothing feels dragged out. There's always a lot of action and its ever a dull moment. Katerina is having this internal conflict with who she thought her father was vs who he actually is. Whether she likes it or not, things are different now and she's embracing her new life at New Hope. She might have even found a purpose or calling.🕵🏻 Which I will second that.☝🏽️ Katerina and Damon have such cute moments. But my heart is torn between Damon and Tristan. The friendship between her and Tristan is amazing and hilarious. He's a good friend, protector, and... potential love interest.❤️😏 I feel like Katerina is the type of character that others can't help but fall in love with, hence why you want to ship her with everyone. She's not just beautiful on the outside, she has that spark that draws you in.✨
September 18, 2018
Great 2nd book of the series!
Full of excitement and young love, a great lead off into the 3rd book, and I still just love Katarina so much! She is an amazing person and a great role model for anyone!
Full of excitement and young love, a great lead off into the 3rd book, and I still just love Katarina so much! She is an amazing person and a great role model for anyone!
December 29, 2018
Hot
A young girl that doesn't have any idea what her worth is because she has been sheltered. Tristan is her bodyguard however and she can't be having those types of feelings. Damon is the boy who pursued her from the get go. I liked his tenacity.
A young girl that doesn't have any idea what her worth is because she has been sheltered. Tristan is her bodyguard however and she can't be having those types of feelings. Damon is the boy who pursued her from the get go. I liked his tenacity.
January 25, 2020
I recently found out that my Dad is a Russian terrorist planning to murder Damon, the son of the United States President...oh and by the way, he is my boyfriend.
I would have gladly given five stars to this book, but the wrong grammars really hurt my eyes.
I would have gladly given five stars to this book, but the wrong grammars really hurt my eyes.
April 14, 2018
Nice and easy to read, but it has a few problems w/ grammar and switch names in some parts
May 9, 2019
Another good book in the series and really easy enjoyable read. There were a few grammatical errors but still enjoyable. Look forward to the next book.
April 5, 2020
Must Read
I don’t like Damon for her I think Tristan is a better fit but we’ll see . I can’t wait for the next book.
I don’t like Damon for her I think Tristan is a better fit but we’ll see . I can’t wait for the next book.
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April 27, 2020Great story
I have enjoyed this series so far it nice to see how Scarlett bring her characters along and there a lot of funny moments.
I have enjoyed this series so far it nice to see how Scarlett bring her characters along and there a lot of funny moments.
May 10, 2020
Lots of grammar mistakes but other wise its a decent book
April 13, 2020
The story is interesting, but the typos were off putting. I still read it as i was hooked and completed the 4 book series in a single Saturday of binge reading :) happy :)
March 12, 2017
Good "Luck" muddling thru all the typos & grammatical errors in the book
It's sad...I really like the story in these New Hope Academy books, but there are so many mistakes. It's like it hasn't been edited at all. There are typos, completely wrong words, characters' names are mixed up, and lots of grammatical errors. It really distracts from the books.
I really want to find out what happens with Katerina, Tristan and Damon. But I don't know if I can make it through the whole series with all the mistakes in the writing.
It's sad...I really like the story in these New Hope Academy books, but there are so many mistakes. It's like it hasn't been edited at all. There are typos, completely wrong words, characters' names are mixed up, and lots of grammatical errors. It really distracts from the books.
I really want to find out what happens with Katerina, Tristan and Damon. But I don't know if I can make it through the whole series with all the mistakes in the writing.
April 9, 2016
The storyline seems good but the writing could be better. Katerina is anything but ordinary and mature beyond her years. Filled with espionage and security risks, this is not your typical high school experience. Character named are still mixed up.
January 27, 2017
I like the story line, but the grammar is really starting to bother me.
April 27, 2016
Just as good as the first one! I love this series!!!
April 30, 2017
I'm gonna go ahead and give it a trigger warning for Jesus talk. BARF.
Is English this author's first language? If not, that's cool, but get an editor.
I see an annoying ass love triangle coming up.
I only read this in hopes of getting out of my Fallen Crest book hangover. Not even fucking close.
Russia. Jesus. Americans are weird.
Is English this author's first language? If not, that's cool, but get an editor.
I see an annoying ass love triangle coming up.
I only read this in hopes of getting out of my Fallen Crest book hangover. Not even fucking close.
Russia. Jesus. Americans are weird.
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