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University of Morgana: Academy of Enchantments and Witchcraft #6
As Wicked As They Come
"We can only hide for so long, sister, before we either become nothing, or choose to rejoin the living."
Mika Marshall is back at the University of Morgana. It is her first fall semester, her first Homecoming and Samhain on Morgana’s Island. So much is the same her first day and yet...so much is different.
She is no longer the girl who couldn’t do basic magic, but she’s losing control - she’s finding it difficult to rejoin the living after what she had to do to win the challenge. Claire refused to yield and Mika had to take her life to stay alive.
Now she has to figure out how to live again, as Matriarch of nothing. She has to find a way to free the Morrigan and find her place in the world. Mika can no longer ignore what she is, or what she can do.
She needs to embrace the chaos.
Mika Marshall is back at the University of Morgana. It is her first fall semester, her first Homecoming and Samhain on Morgana’s Island. So much is the same her first day and yet...so much is different.
She is no longer the girl who couldn’t do basic magic, but she’s losing control - she’s finding it difficult to rejoin the living after what she had to do to win the challenge. Claire refused to yield and Mika had to take her life to stay alive.
Now she has to figure out how to live again, as Matriarch of nothing. She has to find a way to free the Morrigan and find her place in the world. Mika can no longer ignore what she is, or what she can do.
She needs to embrace the chaos.
337 pages, Kindle Edition
First published January 30, 2020
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May 9, 2020
Mika's situation is getting real. She's facing impending doom in this novel as she races to free the Morrigan before the Hellfire Society finds her or other people learn about her magic. Sex scenes are still graphic, excessive and unnecessary. Otherwise, this novel ticks all the boxes - action, intrigue, suspense and a little bit of sweetness. The characters have some real character development, but I feel like with the added 4th and possibly 5th suitor in this novel, the relationship development is lacking. This is one of my big pet peeves of RH novels. Very rarely is enough time spent seriously developing the relationships, and so what readers get is a bunch of meaningless sex followed by declarations of love. ugh. spare me. Editing continues to have problems, as punctuation is ignored or omitted. Still, the storyline is compelling enough that I will look forward to the next 2 books that allegedly will be released in late 2020 and mid 2021.
January 16, 2022
Mika is learning to embrace her new transformation after the challenge. School is now on the back burner and she is preparing for her eventual exposure. Learning about hell, about her magic and how to fight. She is gathering allies. Because their true enemy is revealed.
Really love the pace, attention to detail and action. Romance is a nicely sprinkled throughout the plot, but the rise of the Morrigan and resetting the balance is the main plotline. If you want a plotdriven RH than this series is a must.
Really love the pace, attention to detail and action. Romance is a nicely sprinkled throughout the plot, but the rise of the Morrigan and resetting the balance is the main plotline. If you want a plotdriven RH than this series is a must.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
November 30, 2020
3.5 stars!
February 2, 2020
Long live QUEEN Mika!!!!
Oh my goodness!!! Be warned, this book ends with a humdinger of a cliffhanger! I think this is my absolute fave in the series so far. Mika truly rose from the ashes, studied, trained, and became who she was always meant to be. There are many surprises within these pages that I refuse to spoil! However it gave me absolute joy seeing her rise up and truly earn her spot. sadly the level of utter weakness among the Council shouldn't shock me , but it did. I'm relieved Mika finally believes she's no longer alone. Family by choice, and some by other more interesting means fill the cracks within her heart. She's always had the heart of a warrior willing to fight for those she loves, and the underdogs. Yet in this book we see her become a true vision of justice. The war is far from over, and I think she might meet more family to come. I cannot wait to see what's next, and shall be cheering she and her family along every step of the way! This series is HIGHLY addictive, and thoroughly enjoyable in repeated readings 😁❤. Enjoy!!!!!
Oh my goodness!!! Be warned, this book ends with a humdinger of a cliffhanger! I think this is my absolute fave in the series so far. Mika truly rose from the ashes, studied, trained, and became who she was always meant to be. There are many surprises within these pages that I refuse to spoil! However it gave me absolute joy seeing her rise up and truly earn her spot. sadly the level of utter weakness among the Council shouldn't shock me , but it did. I'm relieved Mika finally believes she's no longer alone. Family by choice, and some by other more interesting means fill the cracks within her heart. She's always had the heart of a warrior willing to fight for those she loves, and the underdogs. Yet in this book we see her become a true vision of justice. The war is far from over, and I think she might meet more family to come. I cannot wait to see what's next, and shall be cheering she and her family along every step of the way! This series is HIGHLY addictive, and thoroughly enjoyable in repeated readings 😁❤. Enjoy!!!!!
September 23, 2024
Amazing series but I almost wish this was the end
This book especially but the entire series so far is amazing. It's complex and surprising, slightly dark but with spouts of humor that absolutely tickle me. I love Mika, I love her guys and Audrey and all the side characters. I'm enjoying this story line so much but.... I almost wish the antagonist was resolved at the end of this book.
I still have Jessica's storyline to read (fair warning, these are marked as separate series but they seem to overlap based on the glimpses of Jessica's life we see) and we are 6 ( in the interest of fair, let's call it 5 since Corbin's book was very tiny) books into Mika with no end in site. It's getting a little too complicated and dragging a little too long considering the other FMCs that need to be read (yes, need, these ladies are not to be missed). But, it's so freaking good and fun to read. I've read 1-6 for Mika in 2.5 days, they are that addictive.
It's a long series. It's a lot of info. If you have a short amount of reading time or a short attention span this probably won't be the series for you. If you're a solid reader and love twisty turny oh so funny books, grab these up and enjoy.
This book especially but the entire series so far is amazing. It's complex and surprising, slightly dark but with spouts of humor that absolutely tickle me. I love Mika, I love her guys and Audrey and all the side characters. I'm enjoying this story line so much but.... I almost wish the antagonist was resolved at the end of this book.
I still have Jessica's storyline to read (fair warning, these are marked as separate series but they seem to overlap based on the glimpses of Jessica's life we see) and we are 6 ( in the interest of fair, let's call it 5 since Corbin's book was very tiny) books into Mika with no end in site. It's getting a little too complicated and dragging a little too long considering the other FMCs that need to be read (yes, need, these ladies are not to be missed). But, it's so freaking good and fun to read. I've read 1-6 for Mika in 2.5 days, they are that addictive.
It's a long series. It's a lot of info. If you have a short amount of reading time or a short attention span this probably won't be the series for you. If you're a solid reader and love twisty turny oh so funny books, grab these up and enjoy.
August 24, 2020
Magnificent!!!!!!
Oh my goodness this series is just getting better and better. It is jammed packed with drama and mysteries with a big dash of suspense. It is a story that draws you in from the beginning to the end. Yes, the books do end in cliffhangers but the ride getting there is absolute glorious. It is extremely well written and the characters are stunningly developed. This story is magnificent in so many ways. It is the drama and suspense that pulls you into it so beautifully. It makes you feel like you are part of the story. That you have an investment in how it plays out. This series is a fantastic must read and it doesn't disappoint.
Oh my goodness this series is just getting better and better. It is jammed packed with drama and mysteries with a big dash of suspense. It is a story that draws you in from the beginning to the end. Yes, the books do end in cliffhangers but the ride getting there is absolute glorious. It is extremely well written and the characters are stunningly developed. This story is magnificent in so many ways. It is the drama and suspense that pulls you into it so beautifully. It makes you feel like you are part of the story. That you have an investment in how it plays out. This series is a fantastic must read and it doesn't disappoint.
March 4, 2020
*I received a free copy of this book which I voluntarily chose to write an honest review for.
I must say that Mika is totally awesome!! This book just made her even more so. We pick up during the aftermath left from the events of the last book. Mika has secluded herself from everyone but now has to rejoin society whether she wants to or not. Continuing to stumble across secret after secret she is tasked with freeing the Morrigan which is a doozy of task to say the least. Makes for a book that you just cannot put down as it all unfolds on page after page. A total must read! I totally loved it so I give it 5/5 stars.
I must say that Mika is totally awesome!! This book just made her even more so. We pick up during the aftermath left from the events of the last book. Mika has secluded herself from everyone but now has to rejoin society whether she wants to or not. Continuing to stumble across secret after secret she is tasked with freeing the Morrigan which is a doozy of task to say the least. Makes for a book that you just cannot put down as it all unfolds on page after page. A total must read! I totally loved it so I give it 5/5 stars.
March 4, 2020
I absolutely loved this book. This was amazing. The build-up and the number of threads tied off in this book is freaking amazing. Every chapter seemed like it had a major reveal or a mini climax. I need more. I need everything. I am not ready for it to end, but dang do I love it. Mika is so amazing and I literally cannot handle how awesome this book was and this series. Also, the number of people that we just met that could have their own series.....holy crap.
June 26, 2020
Mika will do a major transformation during this story. Through the pain of death, betrayal, love and hope she will become what is needed. But can she handle what she needs to do? She had to kill her own sister and that will haunt her. The men in her life do seem to be increasing. Some of them become friends and allies and some become lovers and family. This will be a dark time for her but she has them and several friends and family to help her and train her.
June 28, 2021
Mika and her guys are just amazing. Mika having to deal with the aftermath of her challenge and becoming the Matriarch of a coven of just her and her trying to release the Morrigan every thing is just coming to a head as she returns for her Fall semester at Morgana Academy. Will she Embrace the Chaos. im really loving their journey these books are just fantastic and chalk full of intrigue and adventure and action and suspense.
July 2, 2021
Getting pretty epic
4.5 for me
I liked this one a lot. I always seem to like it more when there’s dark things happening but it’s when I get the most out of Mika. I know it’s not good to make it too much obviously so I like the way things are when they happen.
Having the gods be more prevalent elevated the story and I like how everyone kinda just exists now, moving when needing to. It was a little sad seeing some absences but it worked out in the end.
4.5 for me
I liked this one a lot. I always seem to like it more when there’s dark things happening but it’s when I get the most out of Mika. I know it’s not good to make it too much obviously so I like the way things are when they happen.
Having the gods be more prevalent elevated the story and I like how everyone kinda just exists now, moving when needing to. It was a little sad seeing some absences but it worked out in the end.
February 17, 2020
Wow!!! I was blown away by As Wicked As They Come!!! I do believe this has just became my favorite of the series so far!! You know how you think you have a favorite, until the next installment comes out! Yeah this is exactly how this series goes.
Mika, freaking Queen Mika, is becoming what is has always meant to be. She has rose from the ground up to be such an memorable, awesome character. I rooted for her, and cheered for her every step of the way. She is a savage, she just needed to find that fire.
Family can be made by choice not also by blood. I see more family members in her future, I hope. The war is not over yet, and she will need all the help she can get. There is a massive cliffy, but to me that just makes me need the next installment that much more, an obsession really.
This series is very addicting, cant put down, highly enjoyable read. I highly recommend this book and series.
Mika, freaking Queen Mika, is becoming what is has always meant to be. She has rose from the ground up to be such an memorable, awesome character. I rooted for her, and cheered for her every step of the way. She is a savage, she just needed to find that fire.
Family can be made by choice not also by blood. I see more family members in her future, I hope. The war is not over yet, and she will need all the help she can get. There is a massive cliffy, but to me that just makes me need the next installment that much more, an obsession really.
This series is very addicting, cant put down, highly enjoyable read. I highly recommend this book and series.
February 25, 2020
LOVED LOVED LOVED IT!!
Everything you want for the next book in the series, characters building from where they left off and relationship progress!
This book ended in a cliffhanger but it was perfectly placed so that we're not absolutely dying for the next book but rather happily excited.
Everything you want for the next book in the series, characters building from where they left off and relationship progress!
This book ended in a cliffhanger but it was perfectly placed so that we're not absolutely dying for the next book but rather happily excited.
March 17, 2020
LOVE LOVE LOVE
This book we get to see Mika and the family get VERY comfortable with eachother and I absolutely could not want more from a series. We get to see her take down the Cassandra and I am all for that! This is seriously a story i can dive right into everytime, worth every minute i spend reading! Thank you Emma Dean, I am in love with this world you made.
This book we get to see Mika and the family get VERY comfortable with eachother and I absolutely could not want more from a series. We get to see her take down the Cassandra and I am all for that! This is seriously a story i can dive right into everytime, worth every minute i spend reading! Thank you Emma Dean, I am in love with this world you made.
February 3, 2022
Another great one….
This was another great book in the series, I love how much stronger the main character has become and how all of her relationships are becoming more cemented. Their more action in this book which I loved. If you like witches and RH then I would recommend this series.
This was another great book in the series, I love how much stronger the main character has become and how all of her relationships are becoming more cemented. Their more action in this book which I loved. If you like witches and RH then I would recommend this series.
April 7, 2022
Stuff just got REAL!
If you've come this far, you already know how amazing these books are and don't even need to read this review.
It's amazing, there's twists, there's answers being solved and more allies joining in, and now stuff is about to go DOWN.
No more time to write, I NEED TO KEEP READING!
If you've come this far, you already know how amazing these books are and don't even need to read this review.
It's amazing, there's twists, there's answers being solved and more allies joining in, and now stuff is about to go DOWN.
No more time to write, I NEED TO KEEP READING!
June 1, 2024
As Wicked as They Come, book six of the University of Morgana: Academy of Enchantments and Witchcraft series, is an ebook I borrowed through Kindle Unlimited (KU). This may be the book with the slowest story progression, but that doesn't mean the action came to a standstill, so much going on, and more layers added to this onion of a storyline.
July 16, 2025
wicked
Holy hell I don’t even know where to start. I mean it may have taken 6 books but I’m so glad Mika is finally accepting who she is. I love the blood beasts coolest things ever. Also how many more men is she going to collect. That ending though was super crazy and I can’t wait to start the next book.
Holy hell I don’t even know where to start. I mean it may have taken 6 books but I’m so glad Mika is finally accepting who she is. I love the blood beasts coolest things ever. Also how many more men is she going to collect. That ending though was super crazy and I can’t wait to start the next book.
February 23, 2020
Are You Feeling a Little ...
Emma, you have done it again! I have loved your books in the past but somehow lost you in the shuffle. Now I have to go back and read the whole series. Now how evil is that? Love Ya More!
Emma, you have done it again! I have loved your books in the past but somehow lost you in the shuffle. Now I have to go back and read the whole series. Now how evil is that? Love Ya More!
March 31, 2020
As Wicked As They Come
Mika is going to war,she has to protect her I own.The Raven is taking all of them to his home now the waiting begins.Read the whole series it takes you on a journey you won't want to miss.
Mika is going to war,she has to protect her I own.The Raven is taking all of them to his home now the waiting begins.Read the whole series it takes you on a journey you won't want to miss.
April 27, 2020
Sooooo good!!
I am really enjoying this series. Not surprised though since I have enjoyed every other series from Emma Dean. I'm just sad I have to wait till December to see what happens....🥰
I am really enjoying this series. Not surprised though since I have enjoyed every other series from Emma Dean. I'm just sad I have to wait till December to see what happens....🥰
May 17, 2020
Awesome!
Mika is healing her heart and soul but kicking butt and taking names. Great build up with her reaffirming her relationship with everyone and coming to except who she truly is. Love the new characters and can’t wait for more!
Mika is healing her heart and soul but kicking butt and taking names. Great build up with her reaffirming her relationship with everyone and coming to except who she truly is. Love the new characters and can’t wait for more!
May 21, 2020
Such a great story!
I loved every minute, word, and page of it! I can't wait to see what happens to Mika and her court in the next book. It's going to be a crazy ride I'm sure but it will be awesome.
I loved every minute, word, and page of it! I can't wait to see what happens to Mika and her court in the next book. It's going to be a crazy ride I'm sure but it will be awesome.
April 9, 2021
It's getting a little to much for me, six books, and book 7 & 8 are also waiting.
This series is just to long for my taste.
I skipped all the dirty sex scenes( don't like the porn-like scenes).
So only 3 stars for this one, sorry...
This series is just to long for my taste.
I skipped all the dirty sex scenes( don't like the porn-like scenes).
So only 3 stars for this one, sorry...
February 3, 2024
book six review
Okay that was a lot to unpack in this book. I love how strong Mika has become and how she has truly accepted everything. I love our new characters and especially our hellhound.
Okay that was a lot to unpack in this book. I love how strong Mika has become and how she has truly accepted everything. I love our new characters and especially our hellhound.
July 23, 2024
Well that was a lot
Finally got some answers but boy did they come at a cost. Not sure how Mika is going to be able to fulfill all of her roles now but it'll be an interesting adventure
Finally got some answers but boy did they come at a cost. Not sure how Mika is going to be able to fulfill all of her roles now but it'll be an interesting adventure
April 15, 2025
I loved the story, the characters are great and I will start the next book right away. I was somewhat surprised by the reveal at the end, that was unexpected to say the least. I can’t wait to find out what happens next and how this plays out.
March 13, 2020
Loved this series
All the books were great. Lots of action, twists, and love intertwined. can’t wait for the next book to come out .
All the books were great. Lots of action, twists, and love intertwined. can’t wait for the next book to come out .
April 9, 2020
As Wicked as They Come
And the adventure continues. If you like the worlds in different realms, then you will enjoy each of these books.
And the adventure continues. If you like the worlds in different realms, then you will enjoy each of these books.
June 8, 2020
This entire series has been fantastic. Can’t wait for the next one
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