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Academy of Souls #3
School of Broken Dreams
Raven Academy has dark secrets and Adeline Jones is going to discover them all.
Since starting at Raven Academy, I've seen my fair share of strangeness, things I can't explain, things that shouldn't exist, but this...this is a new level of terrifying.
I no longer know who I am, but one thing's for sure. I love my guys. But my love might get us all killed.
Since starting at Raven Academy, I've seen my fair share of strangeness, things I can't explain, things that shouldn't exist, but this...this is a new level of terrifying.
I no longer know who I am, but one thing's for sure. I love my guys. But my love might get us all killed.
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First published December 13, 2019
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C.R. Jane
94 books5,904 followersI'm a wife, mother, and author! Writing has always been a passion for me, and publishing my first series is a dream come true. I drink too much caffeine, never sleep, and my imagination is always churning out ideas. Eva and her men have been in my head for awhile, and I'm so glad to finally take you with me on this journey!
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February 13, 2026
I’m still intrigued but also frustrated with the series. I will finish it because I want to see how it ends. I do like the writing but don’t necessary love the storyline.
October 19, 2022
I just love this series. Every time I think I have things figured out, these two throw me for a loop and put me on a different path and I am left with my mouth hanging opening and wondering what are you going to do to me next? I started reading this book, thinking I would read a couple chapters, and the next thing I knew I was sucked in to the story so much that I just had to finish one more chapter, one more page until I had devoured the entire thing. Bravo ladies you have done it again ❤.
Adeline has some of her questions answered which only raises more questions that need to be answered. And Connor? The more I learn about him the more I feel like we haven't even scratched the surface of everything about him. And then we have my newest book boyfriend Braxton... I really need more about him and the others as well. I feel like we have only just begun to learn about them. I eagerly await to see where we go from here
Adeline has some of her questions answered which only raises more questions that need to be answered. And Connor? The more I learn about him the more I feel like we haven't even scratched the surface of everything about him. And then we have my newest book boyfriend Braxton... I really need more about him and the others as well. I feel like we have only just begun to learn about them. I eagerly await to see where we go from here
January 13, 2020
I found myself skimming. I enjoyed the first two books, but this one was mediocre. It felt to ‘perfect’ with the guys. There were secrets, but the guys just loved everything about their ‘angel’. Adi was just too perfect in their eyes which usually does not bother me, but it bothered me here. I need drama, I need something. I felt there was nothing.
Very disappointing. I will not be reading book 4.
I ending up not feeling the connection between the teacher (Braxton) and Adi. It felt weird. In book 1 and 2, I felt their connection, but in this book it all felt forced.
This is my opinion. You may love this one.
Very disappointing. I will not be reading book 4.
I ending up not feeling the connection between the teacher (Braxton) and Adi. It felt weird. In book 1 and 2, I felt their connection, but in this book it all felt forced.
This is my opinion. You may love this one.
January 27, 2021
Quite a bit of grammar errors and I’m just not okay with how she can forgive the guys so quickly but not Connor. The story is okay overall I guess. Kinda boring though.
March 7, 2021
Reads like a bad fanfiction of the first two. Characters act completely different, plot nosedives, and the writing tanks. Did the editor get fired?? Did one of the authors quit? I don't know, but whatever happened completely ruined the series.
Won't be continuing, despite how excited I was during the first two books. I'd give it another try if the authors release a rewrite, but I can't see myself picking up the series again in the future otherwise. The letdown of book three just hurts too much.
Really disappointed.
Won't be continuing, despite how excited I was during the first two books. I'd give it another try if the authors release a rewrite, but I can't see myself picking up the series again in the future otherwise. The letdown of book three just hurts too much.
Really disappointed.
December 30, 2019
*I received a free copy of this book which I voluntarily chose to write an honest review for.
Whoa buddy this series is really getting good now!! Adeline has known something weird was going on at her new school but now she is finally getting some answers though they may not be what she thought. A fantastic series that really keeps you guessing as these two incredible authors throw one twist after another into the mix just to keep wondering. I so cannot wait for the next one!! I really liked it so I give it 4/5 stars.
Whoa buddy this series is really getting good now!! Adeline has known something weird was going on at her new school but now she is finally getting some answers though they may not be what she thought. A fantastic series that really keeps you guessing as these two incredible authors throw one twist after another into the mix just to keep wondering. I so cannot wait for the next one!! I really liked it so I give it 4/5 stars.
November 3, 2022
I read this whole series in a set, so I'm having some trouble directly separating the books. Therefore, I will have one long review for the series as a whole that I will post to each book. That means warning!! There are definitely some spoilers ahead.
I would argue that this book is bad, and that the entire series was bad. The writing is lacking, the plot is lacking, the exposition is not well explored.
I found myself confused while reading and also annoyed at how bad the writing was. This book genuinely feels like something you'd find online written by teenage girls who love reading/writing but haven't quite mastered or grasped how to create a well defined exposition.
I also found the book to be contradictory all around while reading it.
Take Adi, our FMC, for example. The book LITERALLY starts with her wanting to rob a store at gunpoint (fake gun, but ya get it) so that she can get money to help her father with his hospital bills since he has cancer. But then, everything turns around and she has an opportunity to go to an exclusive academy and the school is willing to pay for her father's medical expenses. She immediately gets so so sad about this, but it doesn't fit with the strong-willed girl we saw at the start who was willing to do anything for her father.
Adi's also contradictory as a character with how she flip-flops in her reactions in dealing with other students. Sometimes our homegirl has a backbone and won't take ANY shit from the people being rude. Other times she cowers and doesn't stand up for herself. So who is she? What's her real personality? She inevitably goes to confront the guys about what's going on at the school, and when she finds out, she doesn't fight them enough or ask enough questions. When she figures out what SHE is, she doesn't question anything enough. Like, miss girl... Your whole world has just been flipped upside down. You gotta address this...
As we get further into the series, it just gets worse. This series genuinely lacks any real worldbuilding or character development, and it just feels so stilted and uncomfortable and BORING while you read.
The guys are all so BLAH and the relationship growth is seriously lacking for me throughout.
Our major conflict at the end? So lame, so lackluster. Adi ends up in Heaven and meets her parents, and we get NOTHING here. No real information about where she is, what it's like, etc. We just know she's miserable. Like... fine, but give us something.
The story ends with Adi's soul in all of her guys and them meeting during her first day at the academy (with none of them having any memory of their previous life together). Meh.
By the time we get to the end of the series, I find myself hating it and regretting reading it.
2 stars all around, being generous.
I would argue that this book is bad, and that the entire series was bad. The writing is lacking, the plot is lacking, the exposition is not well explored.
I found myself confused while reading and also annoyed at how bad the writing was. This book genuinely feels like something you'd find online written by teenage girls who love reading/writing but haven't quite mastered or grasped how to create a well defined exposition.
I also found the book to be contradictory all around while reading it.
Take Adi, our FMC, for example. The book LITERALLY starts with her wanting to rob a store at gunpoint (fake gun, but ya get it) so that she can get money to help her father with his hospital bills since he has cancer. But then, everything turns around and she has an opportunity to go to an exclusive academy and the school is willing to pay for her father's medical expenses. She immediately gets so so sad about this, but it doesn't fit with the strong-willed girl we saw at the start who was willing to do anything for her father.
Adi's also contradictory as a character with how she flip-flops in her reactions in dealing with other students. Sometimes our homegirl has a backbone and won't take ANY shit from the people being rude. Other times she cowers and doesn't stand up for herself. So who is she? What's her real personality? She inevitably goes to confront the guys about what's going on at the school, and when she finds out, she doesn't fight them enough or ask enough questions. When she figures out what SHE is, she doesn't question anything enough. Like, miss girl... Your whole world has just been flipped upside down. You gotta address this...
As we get further into the series, it just gets worse. This series genuinely lacks any real worldbuilding or character development, and it just feels so stilted and uncomfortable and BORING while you read.
The guys are all so BLAH and the relationship growth is seriously lacking for me throughout.
Our major conflict at the end? So lame, so lackluster. Adi ends up in Heaven and meets her parents, and we get NOTHING here. No real information about where she is, what it's like, etc. We just know she's miserable. Like... fine, but give us something.
The story ends with Adi's soul in all of her guys and them meeting during her first day at the academy (with none of them having any memory of their previous life together). Meh.
By the time we get to the end of the series, I find myself hating it and regretting reading it.
2 stars all around, being generous.
January 9, 2022
Dnf at 50%
I gave this series a fair shot because it seemed like a plot I would really enjoy. The lack of real world and character development made it a chore to even get this far though. I've read previous books by both these authors and found similar issues in this series I've had with their other works. So I'll probably abstain in the futur as their works seem to just not be my cuppa.
The fmc is a copy and paste of CR Jane's fmc from broken wings (I think is the title) girl from no where, no friends, no one likes, turns out to be super powerful and amazing and beautiful and all the boys love her (Mary Sue)
It's also so hard to believe that halfway through book three the fmc finds out about what she is but doesn't demand to know what the men are or how this paranormal world is set up? Why would you sleep with a dude without knowing wtf they are? AND the books are multi pov why do we not know what the guys are or what all exists in this world? The series is on the later half and we know nothing except what their chests look like in their shirts, it's very frustrating.
Like in previous books of young's I also found it hard to figure out which guy was which and what they looked like, hell even their personalities kind of switched around. There wasn't enough individual character development for me to even figure out who the guys were forget about why they all like each other. They barely spoke or had conversations. How can these people supposedly love each other when they've spoke less to each other than my son does to a stranger at the grocery store.
The writings not bad there's just not enough of it. Take one of your favorite series it may have been years since you read it but I bet you can name every main character give their physical descriptions and tell me their personalities. I can't even remember the fmc's name from this series much less what the guys looked like and I literally just stopped reading it.
I gave this series a fair shot because it seemed like a plot I would really enjoy. The lack of real world and character development made it a chore to even get this far though. I've read previous books by both these authors and found similar issues in this series I've had with their other works. So I'll probably abstain in the futur as their works seem to just not be my cuppa.
The fmc is a copy and paste of CR Jane's fmc from broken wings (I think is the title) girl from no where, no friends, no one likes, turns out to be super powerful and amazing and beautiful and all the boys love her (Mary Sue)
It's also so hard to believe that halfway through book three the fmc finds out about what she is but doesn't demand to know what the men are or how this paranormal world is set up? Why would you sleep with a dude without knowing wtf they are? AND the books are multi pov why do we not know what the guys are or what all exists in this world? The series is on the later half and we know nothing except what their chests look like in their shirts, it's very frustrating.
Like in previous books of young's I also found it hard to figure out which guy was which and what they looked like, hell even their personalities kind of switched around. There wasn't enough individual character development for me to even figure out who the guys were forget about why they all like each other. They barely spoke or had conversations. How can these people supposedly love each other when they've spoke less to each other than my son does to a stranger at the grocery store.
The writings not bad there's just not enough of it. Take one of your favorite series it may have been years since you read it but I bet you can name every main character give their physical descriptions and tell me their personalities. I can't even remember the fmc's name from this series much less what the guys looked like and I literally just stopped reading it.
April 29, 2020
This third novel definitely answers many questions that has been asked, while also delivering an amazing story. We are brought into a world unlike many things we have read before and it establishes some interesting concepts, unlike others of its kind.
We are finally told who or what are characters are, after the intense cliffhanger we were left with. We still have questions, but we're beginning to get many answers. Adeline is confused and trying to establish who she really is, while trying to understand her relationships. She really rallies the guys all around her to ensure that she is protected while also showing them how much they need her.
The ending of this book definitely sets up for a finale coming. It puts a lot of strain on our characters, but shows that together they can face a lot. I can't wait to read the conclusion to this series and if you haven't started it you should.
We are finally told who or what are characters are, after the intense cliffhanger we were left with. We still have questions, but we're beginning to get many answers. Adeline is confused and trying to establish who she really is, while trying to understand her relationships. She really rallies the guys all around her to ensure that she is protected while also showing them how much they need her.
The ending of this book definitely sets up for a finale coming. It puts a lot of strain on our characters, but shows that together they can face a lot. I can't wait to read the conclusion to this series and if you haven't started it you should.
May 6, 2020
I don’t know whether to hug and love these boys, kill them or just sleep them up the side of their heads but that’s for later. We start the book with the events after Dixon’s attack on Mercy. The boys are all frazzled because Adi isn’t waking up but hey she had just been feed off and pretty decently. After the events Mercy leaves the school and Adi is still bullied by Clarissa that girl I’d like to do nasty things too. Anyway after the feeding they have pretty much confirmed that Adi is an angel and they let Adi know too. She returns to class only to feel strange and leaves class from there the story gets real interesting..... I can say that we see the boys working with Connor even if it only seems to be for Adi’s benefit and this occurs when we see all 7 on the run. Another book that draws you in and won’t let you go till it’s finished. Now to find out how it’s all going to end.......
April 30, 2020
Adeline finally gets some answers ... are they worth it though, or would it have been better If no one ever knew?
Adelines life is again turned upside down. She now knows, at least part of, what's going on, but she's not the only one looking for answers, and not everyone has pure intentions for her.
Again, a very well written book. It has a nice character buildup, and a very believable story - well, other than the supernatural part (no, I'm not revealing which supernaturals).
Where the first two books were filled with too many mysteries, this one reveals too much at once. That's the reason why I'm giving the book 4 stars. I wish the mysteries would have been solved little by little.
Adelines life is again turned upside down. She now knows, at least part of, what's going on, but she's not the only one looking for answers, and not everyone has pure intentions for her.
Again, a very well written book. It has a nice character buildup, and a very believable story - well, other than the supernatural part (no, I'm not revealing which supernaturals).
Where the first two books were filled with too many mysteries, this one reveals too much at once. That's the reason why I'm giving the book 4 stars. I wish the mysteries would have been solved little by little.
April 28, 2020
I absolutely loved reading this although for some reason it took me a while. i think its because the cover makes the book look almost sweet which is not at all my cup of tea. However i decided to give it a go as i love both authors and believe me it isnt as sweet as it first appears.
The storey continues to develop and it now a full on addition and i really cant wait for book 4 this series is brilliantly written with so many twists and turns plus secrets that you didnt see coming and plenty of sizzle
The storey continues to develop and it now a full on addition and i really cant wait for book 4 this series is brilliantly written with so many twists and turns plus secrets that you didnt see coming and plenty of sizzle
March 23, 2023
Love
I love this series. Yes, there are some spelling errors like others have said but I don't think it detracts from the story. I am loving reading about Adeline and learning more about her. Also, enjoyed reading about the guys and finding out about them. A cool twist to what they are. Conner is still a mystery about what he is but see how he will protect Adi no matter what. Can't wait to learn more about him. Can't stand Clarissa and hope she gets what's coming to her as well as Dante's dad.
I love this series. Yes, there are some spelling errors like others have said but I don't think it detracts from the story. I am loving reading about Adeline and learning more about her. Also, enjoyed reading about the guys and finding out about them. A cool twist to what they are. Conner is still a mystery about what he is but see how he will protect Adi no matter what. Can't wait to learn more about him. Can't stand Clarissa and hope she gets what's coming to her as well as Dante's dad.
May 1, 2020
After her attack Adeline knew what had been happening around. The proofs didn’t lie, the threat upon her was imminent and no one knew what to do. Liked how things get complicated without an answer in sight. Thrilling! The group of protectors grow, some secrets were revealed but still there are mystery about Adelina. Connor has me intrigued. Human or what? Not even the boys can say. Exciting scenes, suspense, interesting twists, some violence and passion.
February 1, 2021
Story is still intriguing
I will admit that this storyline does have me intrigued... but I don't understand how, with two authors and at least a few beta or ARC readers, there are so many typos and misuse of homophones! I also don't understand how the Kindle versions of these books are getting up there in price without that level of quality control. The errors remind me of the type you find in the 79 cent to 99 cent range.
I will admit that this storyline does have me intrigued... but I don't understand how, with two authors and at least a few beta or ARC readers, there are so many typos and misuse of homophones! I also don't understand how the Kindle versions of these books are getting up there in price without that level of quality control. The errors remind me of the type you find in the 79 cent to 99 cent range.
May 1, 2020
Loved the book, just like the last 2.
I loved that she finally get some answers and that she finally gets that there is more to the school then she tought.
For me it is hard that the 3 books are only a couple of months. it feels much longer then that.
Even with that i love this series and cannot wait to read the next book.
I loved that she finally get some answers and that she finally gets that there is more to the school then she tought.
For me it is hard that the 3 books are only a couple of months. it feels much longer then that.
Even with that i love this series and cannot wait to read the next book.
May 9, 2020
Reverse Harem Paranormal Romance
I love love love this series. Adi is smart and brave and knows what she wants. I'm not sure about what Conner is; but Omg the other 5 are so panty melt and Alexander's bad boy attitude is so hot. I can't say much more without spoilers. I hope someone gives Clarissa what she deserves.
I love love love this series. Adi is smart and brave and knows what she wants. I'm not sure about what Conner is; but Omg the other 5 are so panty melt and Alexander's bad boy attitude is so hot. I can't say much more without spoilers. I hope someone gives Clarissa what she deserves.
July 24, 2020
Fantastic Story!!!!!!!
Oh my, this series just keeps getting better and better. The drama and suspense throughout it adds such an amazing element to it that it keeps you guessing how the next twist and turn is going to happen. It is extremely well written and the characters have developed and grown greatly. This is one fantastic story and series that it is a must read.
Oh my, this series just keeps getting better and better. The drama and suspense throughout it adds such an amazing element to it that it keeps you guessing how the next twist and turn is going to happen. It is extremely well written and the characters have developed and grown greatly. This is one fantastic story and series that it is a must read.
October 21, 2022
just don’t know…
I’m slowly losing interest in this story. I won’t give up at this point as there’s only one more book but I really don’t have faith. The plot is there but the carry out is too slow, the characters haven’t even connected but somehow they’re in love? Hope the finale is better.
I’m slowly losing interest in this story. I won’t give up at this point as there’s only one more book but I really don’t have faith. The plot is there but the carry out is too slow, the characters haven’t even connected but somehow they’re in love? Hope the finale is better.
April 2, 2024
she’s an………!!!!
School of Broken Dreams is book three in the series Academy of Souls by authors Mila Young & C.R. Jane. So the secret is out and what a doozy. Ok maybe a should say secrets. Well they’re out and all hells breaking loose. Now the boys all five of them plus the professor are racing to saving their angel.
Enjoy!!
School of Broken Dreams is book three in the series Academy of Souls by authors Mila Young & C.R. Jane. So the secret is out and what a doozy. Ok maybe a should say secrets. Well they’re out and all hells breaking loose. Now the boys all five of them plus the professor are racing to saving their angel.
Enjoy!!
April 27, 2020
Can't get enough
I honestly can't get enough of this series. I love Adaline and her boys. The plot is intriguing and mysterious and keeps me on the edge of my seat! This is so well-written that I just van 't put it down
I honestly can't get enough of this series. I love Adaline and her boys. The plot is intriguing and mysterious and keeps me on the edge of my seat! This is so well-written that I just van 't put it down
May 24, 2020
Getting some answers
Woot we now have some answers and I can't wait to learn more in the last book! I loved the amount of steam we had in this book as her relationships developed even further.
Woot we now have some answers and I can't wait to learn more in the last book! I loved the amount of steam we had in this book as her relationships developed even further.
June 10, 2020
Wolves, and vampires, and angels.....oh my
The truth is revealed and it looks like the world as the gang knows it is about to change. Old enemies are really allies..... what is our FMC and her self appointed protectors to do...
The truth is revealed and it looks like the world as the gang knows it is about to change. Old enemies are really allies..... what is our FMC and her self appointed protectors to do...
July 4, 2020
Outstanding
Wow these books have got me hooked on this series I love the mystery that surrounds this story and the amazing characters. I love Adaline and boys she is attracted to. There so many twist and turns in this book I need read the last book in series ASAP.
Wow these books have got me hooked on this series I love the mystery that surrounds this story and the amazing characters. I love Adaline and boys she is attracted to. There so many twist and turns in this book I need read the last book in series ASAP.
May 13, 2022
Good read
Quirky and fun read. Characters are interesting although I feel like I've missed a bit as the romance went from will they wont they to sexy times really quickly! I'm looking forward to finishing the series. Going to get the next book
Quirky and fun read. Characters are interesting although I feel like I've missed a bit as the romance went from will they wont they to sexy times really quickly! I'm looking forward to finishing the series. Going to get the next book
April 14, 2020
Love this series. Everytime I think I have something figured out something else happens . LOVE LOVE LOVE
May 19, 2020
School of Broken Dreams:Book 3
Adi got her wings and now she is on the run to stay alive.With her boyfriends helping her she escapes from school.Gotta read the next book.
Adi got her wings and now she is on the run to stay alive.With her boyfriends helping her she escapes from school.Gotta read the next book.
June 2, 2020
💖🖤💖🖤💖
By everything that’s unholy; this cliffhanger almost did me in. I’m so excited to see what these 2 ladies have in store for the next book!
By everything that’s unholy; this cliffhanger almost did me in. I’m so excited to see what these 2 ladies have in store for the next book!
June 18, 2020
These books are great!
I really like this story line. I like the characters, I do wish there was more interaction with everyone together.
I really like this story line. I like the characters, I do wish there was more interaction with everyone together.
November 23, 2020
We finally find out wtf is happening...sort of in this book, and yeah it's good. So so good. The characters continue to grow and develop, and the bond between all the characters gets stronger.
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