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The Smoky Hills Academy #4
The War between the Packs
#1 in Football #1 in Wolf Shifters
Tensions escalate in Smoky Hills as the warring pack battles to see who the new alpha will be.
Friends are pitted against each other and human's lives are at risk.
Tensions escalate in Smoky Hills as the warring pack battles to see who the new alpha will be.
Friends are pitted against each other and human's lives are at risk.
- GenresShapeshiftersWerewolves
170 pages, Kindle Edition
Published June 30, 2020
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Emma Wolfe
11 books43 followersEmma Wolfe is Team Jacob all the way.
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Her love for paranormal romance started with Beauty and the
Beast when she was just a tiny tot.
Now, she gets to write about mystical beasts who fall for ordinary girls and it's the best job she could have ever imagine for herself.
Visit her website at authoremmawolfe.com
And Emma would LOVE to hear directly from her fans through her EXCLUSIVE Facebook Group at https://www.facebook.com/groups/emmaw...
In this group, she interacts with her fans, posts progress reports, sneak peeks, and DEALS!
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August 28, 2021
Sad
I read all four books. And I have to say I'm really disappointed in them.
Based on the titles, you'd think football might play kind of a big role. But it doesn't. The guys play, and that's it. Heck, in the third one-Wide Receiver Outcast-Matthew doesn't even play!!! And then he takes over quarterback for Liam in the last book.
Another disappointment was the alternating view points. I actually liked them. (Except for the part where their mannerisms were ALL the same! All the guys ran their hands through their hair and shoved their hands in their pockets. While all the girls sighed and pinched their lips. Surely they didn't all have the same tells.) But they disappeared in the last book. It didn't make sense to have them and then not. If they weren't important for the end, then why introduce them? Oh, to create more books?
And Matthew. What was the point to give him his own book? He was supposed to be some sort of spy and betrayer. But he sees Brielle and suddenly he isn't. At any point did he officially switch sides, because that wasn't resolved. He never came out with what he was supposed to do. And how he was supposed to betray them. The guys knew, but apparently it didn't matter. That could have been such a good plot twist, and it was just weak.
And finally, the constant-and I'm not talking about hyperbole, I mean literal constant-back and forth between the wolves and their fates was mind-numbingly mad. By the fourth book, I was ready to scream and throw my phone across the room. FFS. It went something like Liam sees Cora. Cora sees Liam. And then an entire chapter of whining about how they can't be together and are so broken and how can they possibly go on and walk away. Ad nausem. For FOUR books.
This part actually just pisses me off. Wolfe and Meyer spend four books with this constant drivel and whining about why shifters can't be with humans. (I'm sorry, but at some point it was just painful to read.) Instead, they could have cut about three -fourths of that out, made one book, and created some killer plot twists. Oh, and properly tied up the book. Like, did Liam and his dad make up? What happened with Grayson and Rose? Matthew and Brielle? Why was Mrs Diggory tied up? How about Mrs Gray? And her expectation for Cora to do the books on her practice? What was life like for Liam in the woods?
The bones of the story are there. And its good! Intriguing. Suspenseful! So much potential. Instead, you get four books filled with constant angst that just repeats itself over and over again.
I've read several of Meyer's books. And this is the pattern. Repetitive angst. And very little content.
And thats what makes me sad. And disappointed.
I read all four books. And I have to say I'm really disappointed in them.
Based on the titles, you'd think football might play kind of a big role. But it doesn't. The guys play, and that's it. Heck, in the third one-Wide Receiver Outcast-Matthew doesn't even play!!! And then he takes over quarterback for Liam in the last book.
Another disappointment was the alternating view points. I actually liked them. (Except for the part where their mannerisms were ALL the same! All the guys ran their hands through their hair and shoved their hands in their pockets. While all the girls sighed and pinched their lips. Surely they didn't all have the same tells.) But they disappeared in the last book. It didn't make sense to have them and then not. If they weren't important for the end, then why introduce them? Oh, to create more books?
And Matthew. What was the point to give him his own book? He was supposed to be some sort of spy and betrayer. But he sees Brielle and suddenly he isn't. At any point did he officially switch sides, because that wasn't resolved. He never came out with what he was supposed to do. And how he was supposed to betray them. The guys knew, but apparently it didn't matter. That could have been such a good plot twist, and it was just weak.
And finally, the constant-and I'm not talking about hyperbole, I mean literal constant-back and forth between the wolves and their fates was mind-numbingly mad. By the fourth book, I was ready to scream and throw my phone across the room. FFS. It went something like Liam sees Cora. Cora sees Liam. And then an entire chapter of whining about how they can't be together and are so broken and how can they possibly go on and walk away. Ad nausem. For FOUR books.
This part actually just pisses me off. Wolfe and Meyer spend four books with this constant drivel and whining about why shifters can't be with humans. (I'm sorry, but at some point it was just painful to read.) Instead, they could have cut about three -fourths of that out, made one book, and created some killer plot twists. Oh, and properly tied up the book. Like, did Liam and his dad make up? What happened with Grayson and Rose? Matthew and Brielle? Why was Mrs Diggory tied up? How about Mrs Gray? And her expectation for Cora to do the books on her practice? What was life like for Liam in the woods?
The bones of the story are there. And its good! Intriguing. Suspenseful! So much potential. Instead, you get four books filled with constant angst that just repeats itself over and over again.
I've read several of Meyer's books. And this is the pattern. Repetitive angst. And very little content.
And thats what makes me sad. And disappointed.
February 24, 2023
so repetitive.
Most repetitive book.
The same lines are used over and over. Not satisfying at alll.
Seemed so forced and underdeveloped.
Most repetitive book.
The same lines are used over and over. Not satisfying at alll.
Seemed so forced and underdeveloped.
July 28, 2025
5⭐️ honestly i feel like this series could’ve been condensed into larger but less books instead of 4 tiny ones but that’s just me. i also definitely think this is rlly similar to twilight but from jacob’s side lol (i’m reading twilight too as i’m reading this series). the ending was kinda jarring not what i was expecting but i mean at least there was an epilogue it just wasn’t as satisfying as i wanted
~favorite quotes~
“Why couldn’t i just move on from him? Why did he have to affect every part of my body like he did?” {page 29}
“My fate was to be in love with a man I could never have” {page 34}
“She was my fate. We were connected in a way that a human would never understand.”
{page 68}
“He held my heart no matter how desperate I was to get it back” {page 77}
“”There is nothing in this world that could keep me from you.”” {page 105}
~favorite quotes~
“Why couldn’t i just move on from him? Why did he have to affect every part of my body like he did?” {page 29}
“My fate was to be in love with a man I could never have” {page 34}
“She was my fate. We were connected in a way that a human would never understand.”
{page 68}
“He held my heart no matter how desperate I was to get it back” {page 77}
“”There is nothing in this world that could keep me from you.”” {page 105}
November 20, 2022
Ending is really bad...
The series was ok but the ending was so bad. It just stopped and they were together. No follow up with the other couples outcome, no reasons why they couldn't see each other for five years, just poof...they are back together. Doesn't explain how or where they are going to live, how she is going to make it work, what she is going to do with her degree ... Just let's get married...although we haven't seen each other in five years...sure let's do that. It seemed like the author had a deadline to meet or got bored with the whole thing and just finished it off as quickly as possible. I can think of six different ways to explain stuff in about 20 more pages that would have been better. Don't waste your time on the series because the ending will be very disappointing.
The series was ok but the ending was so bad. It just stopped and they were together. No follow up with the other couples outcome, no reasons why they couldn't see each other for five years, just poof...they are back together. Doesn't explain how or where they are going to live, how she is going to make it work, what she is going to do with her degree ... Just let's get married...although we haven't seen each other in five years...sure let's do that. It seemed like the author had a deadline to meet or got bored with the whole thing and just finished it off as quickly as possible. I can think of six different ways to explain stuff in about 20 more pages that would have been better. Don't waste your time on the series because the ending will be very disappointing.
September 26, 2023
Solid finale! But can someone check on Chris? He doesn't show up at the end and we're left to believe that he's either at the dance and leaves Cora alone or someone (probably Liam) told him not to go so Liam could go in his place and get his girl. None of this is explained. IS CHRIS OKAY? Where is he? I can't stop thinking about this! Someone check on Chris!!!!
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February 6, 2023
This one was interesting. It finally brings everything together for a grand finale with our group from Smoky Hills having to take a finale stand to protect the town and their loved ones, especially their fated. They are trying to make a way for them to be with the humans they have fated with because the current pack in the woods is completely against it and the adults have been a little wishy washy. Liam is in a tough position and trying to figure out the right thing to do. I enjoyed the conclusion and it does end with a happy ending. The premise had held a lot of potential for me and I was super excited and it did fall a little short in execution for me but it was still a fun and entertaining story, it just wasn't quite as compelling with our characters love stories as I had been hoping for.
The narrator did a good job with the story and characters but didn't blow me away with making it just absolutely come alive.
The narrator did a good job with the story and characters but didn't blow me away with making it just absolutely come alive.
March 20, 2025
The story left alot to be desired, very repetitive, felt like maybe a rough draft of a book, it needed so much more. There are contradicting characteristics/ thoughts. The parents lack parenting skills, they also have no spine as adults, like a lack of responsibility, the teenage kids hve more spone then the fult grown adults.There are characters who are mentioned yet have no real development in the story. The back & forth & up & down & yoyo of it all was ALOT. Alot & not in a good way. The characters didnt have any chemistry, the only way one "guy would even touch his "fate" was when she was falling over like a baby calf who couldnt walk. There's also no conclusion to the story, there is not any resolution.
There are bones to this story but it lacked alot. It needed so much more more & it could've been better.
There are bones to this story but it lacked alot. It needed so much more more & it could've been better.
July 3, 2020
Worth the Wait!!
Finally!!! We conclude the love story of Liam and Cora along with the fate of the town of Smokey Hills.
I know there are many, many questions, you may have.
• Does Liam and Cora find a way to be together?
• What happens between the relationship between Liam and his father?
• Does Cora’s mom, the new town Vet find out about the shifters?
• Does Matthew come back, and where did he go.
• With both Liam and Grayson evolving, does Grayson challenge the only Alpha he has been Beta to?
• What is up with the Mother Pack in the woods? Is Brutus going to try and take down the town?
Buckle up folks!! You will get ALL the answers to these questions and MORE!!!! The ending is freekin amazing and it was worth the wait!!!
Finally!!! We conclude the love story of Liam and Cora along with the fate of the town of Smokey Hills.
I know there are many, many questions, you may have.
• Does Liam and Cora find a way to be together?
• What happens between the relationship between Liam and his father?
• Does Cora’s mom, the new town Vet find out about the shifters?
• Does Matthew come back, and where did he go.
• With both Liam and Grayson evolving, does Grayson challenge the only Alpha he has been Beta to?
• What is up with the Mother Pack in the woods? Is Brutus going to try and take down the town?
Buckle up folks!! You will get ALL the answers to these questions and MORE!!!! The ending is freekin amazing and it was worth the wait!!!
September 17, 2022
Alright series
I liked the story idea. I really was bummed we only had Cora and Liam's POV on this one. I want to know things that are probably spoilers like
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What happened to poor Christopher? Like poor kid was excited about dance and he just disappeared. So Cora and Liam just live in the woods? No house in the woods? I think the story line was a good though, but seemed things were rushed or not fully put together. I know why give 5 stars then? Well it is extremely rare for me to give less than 5 because these writers bust their butts writing these stories and I liked the characters and idea of it.
I liked the story idea. I really was bummed we only had Cora and Liam's POV on this one. I want to know things that are probably spoilers like
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What happened to poor Christopher? Like poor kid was excited about dance and he just disappeared. So Cora and Liam just live in the woods? No house in the woods? I think the story line was a good though, but seemed things were rushed or not fully put together. I know why give 5 stars then? Well it is extremely rare for me to give less than 5 because these writers bust their butts writing these stories and I liked the characters and idea of it.
January 17, 2023
Not the HEA I was expecting
The last book of the Smoky Hills Academy is filled with drama, sadness, happiness and conflict. Our original couple Liam and Cora can't catch a break. It seems other couples are coming together, but not these two. Due to other obligations, the overall feeling of doing what is right takes Liam in a different direction. Cora has to find a way to cope. Just when you think they can be together something else happens. It is an okay ending. I wanted more for those two. Seems like they had to give up so much more than the other characters.
The last book of the Smoky Hills Academy is filled with drama, sadness, happiness and conflict. Our original couple Liam and Cora can't catch a break. It seems other couples are coming together, but not these two. Due to other obligations, the overall feeling of doing what is right takes Liam in a different direction. Cora has to find a way to cope. Just when you think they can be together something else happens. It is an okay ending. I wanted more for those two. Seems like they had to give up so much more than the other characters.
July 6, 2020
Friends and family will be pitted against each other. It has all come down to who will be the Alpha?!!! There is a war
and a winner. When I read the end I was so sad that it was over but loved the ending. Not gonna spoil it but you will leave with a smile. Would love an epilogue or 5- 10 years later - Where is everyone? Does the the new alpha's girl become a member of the pack and if yes how?
and a winner. When I read the end I was so sad that it was over but loved the ending. Not gonna spoil it but you will leave with a smile. Would love an epilogue or 5- 10 years later - Where is everyone? Does the the new alpha's girl become a member of the pack and if yes how?
July 3, 2020
Love this series!
I love paranormal romance but I don't enjoy all the graphic sex and bad language that's usually found in them so I really appreciated this series. It's well written. The characters are great. The story line is good and interesting. There's no sex or bad language. I'll be looking for books like these!
I love paranormal romance but I don't enjoy all the graphic sex and bad language that's usually found in them so I really appreciated this series. It's well written. The characters are great. The story line is good and interesting. There's no sex or bad language. I'll be looking for books like these!
August 28, 2020
Ok read for the most part...
I had high hopes for this series, but it fell flat. Lots of filler and unanswered questions. Ending was abrupt and no mention of what happened with the friends. If you're looking to fill time until another author's new releases then this may be a choice for you.
I had high hopes for this series, but it fell flat. Lots of filler and unanswered questions. Ending was abrupt and no mention of what happened with the friends. If you're looking to fill time until another author's new releases then this may be a choice for you.
August 3, 2021
Resolution
Fighting for their lives and for love is all Liam and Cora can do. Will he be able to do whatever it takes to save Cora or will he die trying? A perfect culmination to the series with so many of the questions answered.
Fighting for their lives and for love is all Liam and Cora can do. Will he be able to do whatever it takes to save Cora or will he die trying? A perfect culmination to the series with so many of the questions answered.
May 19, 2022
What can I say except most of the plot curve was a straight line and there was more drama and excitement (including spice) in any of the Twilight books. Which is saying something. All four books should have been 1 novel instead of 4 weird pseudo-seperatded plots.
October 18, 2022
Wow
I can’t believe how long Liam and Cora waited to love each other, but I am so very happy for the ending to a very sad love story.. I can honestly say that this series really surprised me, it had me hooked right from the beginning to the end..
I can’t believe how long Liam and Cora waited to love each other, but I am so very happy for the ending to a very sad love story.. I can honestly say that this series really surprised me, it had me hooked right from the beginning to the end..
January 30, 2023
I wanted more!
I am so sad that this has ended! Fingers crossed that there can be a book of their future. To see the trials and tribulations of being the Alpha’s wife, his Luna. Cora deserves this
I am so sad that this has ended! Fingers crossed that there can be a book of their future. To see the trials and tribulations of being the Alpha’s wife, his Luna. Cora deserves this
December 29, 2024
This was the perfect conclusion to such an amazing series! The ending was shocking but I really enjoyed it. I love that Cora and Liam waited for each other. I definitely recommend this series if you like paranormal books!
June 18, 2025
Good series overall but the books were so repetitive after the first book. I enjoyed the background plot of the pack wars but everything else was too repetitive. Every book it was Liam being a wuss and an ass and Cora sobbing over it. I kinda wish the pack wars were the main focus
July 26, 2025
Meer suspense, dat zeker. Maar niet echt een goede climax. Niet op liefdesgebied (alhoewel wel een happy end) en ook niet op het gebied van 'the war between packs'. Ook niet echt een verrassende plottwist.
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August 1, 2020
This book should have been combined with #3 - 1 good book would be better than 2 mediocre ones. Really didn't like the way it ended even though both characters ended up together.
September 18, 2020
Not truly complete for me
What happened to Grayson & Rose, and Brielle & Matthew. What, no ending for them? Definitely a series for teens.
What happened to Grayson & Rose, and Brielle & Matthew. What, no ending for them? Definitely a series for teens.
October 3, 2020
Good YA paranormal romance
The whole series was pretty good. It is suitable for teenagers and adults. It has lots of romance and adventure.
The whole series was pretty good. It is suitable for teenagers and adults. It has lots of romance and adventure.
December 2, 2020
Loved the ending of this series! Seriously going to miss this world and these characters.
December 21, 2020
Was definitely worth waiting for. The live story for Cora and Liam is finally complete xoxo
June 9, 2021
Love it!!!
So disappointed that it ended. Wish there was a fifth book bc there was so a Clif hanger at the end.
So disappointed that it ended. Wish there was a fifth book bc there was so a Clif hanger at the end.
October 2, 2022
Great series
I enjoyed the series! I, personally, am a little disappointed with how the last several chapters unfolded! But the ending, made it better!
I enjoyed the series! I, personally, am a little disappointed with how the last several chapters unfolded! But the ending, made it better!
February 28, 2023
Good ending
This was a good ending to the series. But it could have been better if the epilogue touched on the other couples future. Or followed Cora and Liam alittle further.
This was a good ending to the series. But it could have been better if the epilogue touched on the other couples future. Or followed Cora and Liam alittle further.
January 28, 2025
A very cute HEA ending to a fun YA wolf shifter series.
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