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Afterlife Academy #2
The Hells Ring
From the realms of the Afterlife Saga comes a new spin on this Gothic world and continuing on from the Glass Dagger in the Afterlife Chronicles, This is, The Hell’s Ring....‘When Theo woke to find a beautiful woman at his bedside and not the Demonic sight he was expecting, he had to question what exactly had happened to him down in that Hellish prison? And what was it about the woman that made him feel so safe?Once again, the teens were not only faced with a ton of unanswered questions after what had happened down in that cell of death, but on top of all that, they had classes to pass! But this wasn’t the only thing that faced this misfit bunch of teenagers, because they had new powers to control and inner demons to face, a blood oath to figure out, a mechanical bad ass named Gruen out for blood…and oh yeah, a Hell’s Ring to fight.Which meant that their first year at the Afterlife school was going to be interesting alright, in fact, it might just end up being…Hell on Earth! This is a continuation of the Afterlife Saga, suitable for young adults but a must read for all Afterlife fans!
- GenresFantasy
588 pages, Kindle Edition
Published October 16, 2019
259 people are currently reading
349 people want to read
About the author
Stephanie Hudson
205 books2,325 followersStephanie Hudson is a #1 Amazon bestselling Author. She had dreamed of being a writer ever since her obsession with reading books at an early age. What first became a quest to overcome the boundaries set against her in the form of dyslexia, has turned into a life's dream.
Afterlife is the first book in the series of 12 books, with the story of Keira and Draven becoming ever more complicated in a world that sets them miles apart. The Transfusion Saga will also be a 12 book series once book 12 is released in May 2021. Other spin -off books and series are also available with lots more planned.
When not writing, Stephanie enjoys chatting with her fans and spending time with her friends. Being with her loving family as much as she can including her wonderful daughter Ava, sons Jack and Halen and supportive husband and personal muse Blake, who is there for her no matter what.
Afterlife is the first book in the series of 12 books, with the story of Keira and Draven becoming ever more complicated in a world that sets them miles apart. The Transfusion Saga will also be a 12 book series once book 12 is released in May 2021. Other spin -off books and series are also available with lots more planned.
When not writing, Stephanie enjoys chatting with her fans and spending time with her friends. Being with her loving family as much as she can including her wonderful daughter Ava, sons Jack and Halen and supportive husband and personal muse Blake, who is there for her no matter what.
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November 2, 2019
To be honest I would say this wasn't one of Stephaine's best book. With that being said I'm still a fan and I will continue to read this series as they come... (OMG Stephaine you make it hard on us when you take a whole year and a half to give us another book..geez lady write a little faster please.) While I enjoyed the storyline and its characters I wish you could be less wordy about somethings like for example the clothing they wear or on their endless inter monologue about whatever or just nothing crucial about the whole point of the story.
Anyway were as I'm a bit perturbed by the overwhelming cliffhanger, thanks for finally letting the most crucial secret out. It was the best part of the whole book. Needless to say, I know you're going to make us wait another year or so to get any type of resolution on that issue right? Blah, you kinda suck Stephaine!!!
Overall rating:
3.5 - I like it!
Anyway were as I'm a bit perturbed by the overwhelming cliffhanger, thanks for finally letting the most crucial secret out. It was the best part of the whole book. Needless to say, I know you're going to make us wait another year or so to get any type of resolution on that issue right? Blah, you kinda suck Stephaine!!!
Overall rating:
3.5 - I like it!
February 14, 2022
Blimey what a great book! Fantastic! I cannot wait to read the next book.
This series is really written for young adults, different from the Afterlife and Transfusion seriers which were more centred towards adult readers. But oh my goodness what a great great story, proving what a fantastic writer Stephanie Hudson is. Very imaginative, great description and just a fab story. Brilliant 👏 👏 👏 👏 👏 👏 👏 👏 👏 👏 👏 👏 👏 👏 👏 👏 👏 👏 👏 👏
This series is really written for young adults, different from the Afterlife and Transfusion seriers which were more centred towards adult readers. But oh my goodness what a great great story, proving what a fantastic writer Stephanie Hudson is. Very imaginative, great description and just a fab story. Brilliant 👏 👏 👏 👏 👏 👏 👏 👏 👏 👏 👏 👏 👏 👏 👏 👏 👏 👏 👏 👏
November 11, 2019
Harry Potter and gang step aside. There is a new group of “magical” teens who are all about saving the world. Before they can do that though we get to see the heroes before they even know that they are indeed heroes.
I’m going to be truthful and say I’m definitely not a YA reader. Stephanie Hudson is one of my favorite authors and I will read anything she publishes simply because I trust her to deliver a special kind of story. And of course she did me justice.
Whoever loves paranormal adventure with a hint of romance will love these books.
Have you ever wondered how your favorite hero/heroine became what they are? How did they become so badass? Well this is a story that shows you how someone becomes what he is meant to be.
Together with Caroline Fairbairns illustrations yhey take us into a magical world filled with various supernatural elements. From demons to angels to vampires to the King of Hell himself.
I don’t want to reveal anything else but trust me this a must read book as is Stephanie Hudson’s Afterlife Saga series.
5 big shiny stars ⭐️
I’m going to be truthful and say I’m definitely not a YA reader. Stephanie Hudson is one of my favorite authors and I will read anything she publishes simply because I trust her to deliver a special kind of story. And of course she did me justice.
Whoever loves paranormal adventure with a hint of romance will love these books.
Have you ever wondered how your favorite hero/heroine became what they are? How did they become so badass? Well this is a story that shows you how someone becomes what he is meant to be.
Together with Caroline Fairbairns illustrations yhey take us into a magical world filled with various supernatural elements. From demons to angels to vampires to the King of Hell himself.
I don’t want to reveal anything else but trust me this a must read book as is Stephanie Hudson’s Afterlife Saga series.
5 big shiny stars ⭐️
April 10, 2020
Loved it but took me a while to read as I couldn’t get into most bits, thinks there’s too much description, there was too much explaining what they (for example) were wearing instead of what was going on, so much could of been explained if there was less monologue and more of the actual story line but still didn’t want to stop reading and had to finish it! And the ending, ITS WHAT WE’VE ALL BEEN WAITING FOR!!!
February 3, 2022
Blimey what a great book! Fantastic! I cannot wait to read the next book.
This series is really written for young adults, different from the Afterlife and Transfusion seriers which were more centred towards adult readers. But oh my goodness what a great great story, proving what a fantastic writer Stephanie Hudson is. Very imaginative, great description and just a fab story. Brilliant 👏 👏 👏 👏 👏 👏 👏 👏 👏 👏 👏 👏 👏 👏 👏 👏 👏 👏 👏 👏
This series is really written for young adults, different from the Afterlife and Transfusion seriers which were more centred towards adult readers. But oh my goodness what a great great story, proving what a fantastic writer Stephanie Hudson is. Very imaginative, great description and just a fab story. Brilliant 👏 👏 👏 👏 👏 👏 👏 👏 👏 👏 👏 👏 👏 👏 👏 👏 👏 👏 👏 👏
January 19, 2021
Needs to be edited!
Uses the phrase "meaning" WAAAY too much! Felt like this was written by a high schooler. I liked the characters but was editing it in my head the entire time. Forcing myself to finish it so I can find out what happened with Draven's kids. I did love the first 12 books. Not sure what happened with these.
Uses the phrase "meaning" WAAAY too much! Felt like this was written by a high schooler. I liked the characters but was editing it in my head the entire time. Forcing myself to finish it so I can find out what happened with Draven's kids. I did love the first 12 books. Not sure what happened with these.
October 12, 2020
Cant wait for the next book.
I love this series so far and cant wait for the next one. I love the characters and their sense of humor. I am big Harry Potter fan and these books are right up my alley. Love love love it.
I love this series so far and cant wait for the next one. I love the characters and their sense of humor. I am big Harry Potter fan and these books are right up my alley. Love love love it.
March 5, 2021
Love this Series!
You never know what you will find next in this story! There are always hidden gems. This is a story of finding who these teen really are and their powers. Can they live up to their heritage?
You never know what you will find next in this story! There are always hidden gems. This is a story of finding who these teen really are and their powers. Can they live up to their heritage?
March 25, 2021
Prince team
I loved this second book. It was intense, challenging and very emotional. Seen the teens learn their demonic side and conquer their fears. At the end the most dramatic revelation.
I loved this second book. It was intense, challenging and very emotional. Seen the teens learn their demonic side and conquer their fears. At the end the most dramatic revelation.
July 23, 2021
Fantastic book loved every minute of it and seriously now want to read the next book. Wonder what’s gonna happen to the guys next.
Wonder how Theo is gonna take the news he just found out. I love all the guys and got me wanting more.
Wonder how Theo is gonna take the news he just found out. I love all the guys and got me wanting more.
December 10, 2022
The Teens Are Amazing
The Hells Ring is book 2 in the Afterlife Academy series by Stephanie Hudson and Caroline Fairbairn. The teens are truly amazing. Each character grows more with each book. Even scared they find away to become more and do more. I'm totally hooked.
The Hells Ring is book 2 in the Afterlife Academy series by Stephanie Hudson and Caroline Fairbairn. The teens are truly amazing. Each character grows more with each book. Even scared they find away to become more and do more. I'm totally hooked.
June 5, 2020
Brilliant
Can't wait for the next chapter brilliant.wish read it before transfusion as felt something was missing from the first lot of books to transfusion books
Can't wait for the next chapter brilliant.wish read it before transfusion as felt something was missing from the first lot of books to transfusion books
September 1, 2020
Fab Follow Up
Great follow up to book 1. Again Stephanie has knocked it out of the park with the newbies to the Afterword family. Great second book of the series.
Great follow up to book 1. Again Stephanie has knocked it out of the park with the newbies to the Afterword family. Great second book of the series.
September 29, 2020
What!
I knew it! Jeez I can't wait until the next book is out, great story, love all the twist and turns, definitely recommend this series.
I knew it! Jeez I can't wait until the next book is out, great story, love all the twist and turns, definitely recommend this series.
November 28, 2020
Can’t wait for the next book to come out
March 14, 2021
Great book
Great read can't wait for the next. Will be reading it next. So excited. Stephanie Hudson is GREAT. Worth every minute.
Great read can't wait for the next. Will be reading it next. So excited. Stephanie Hudson is GREAT. Worth every minute.
April 3, 2021
Is there a 3rd book to this series it finished on a bit of a cliffhanger or do I go straight into the transfusion series
February 23, 2022
Can I just say... I knew it!
Nicely written. Can't wait to learn more family secrets!
Nicely written. Can't wait to learn more family secrets!
April 9, 2022
Afterlife Academy book two
Great spin off from afterlife series great drawings of characters plenty of action and interesting bad guys you will love it !!
Great spin off from afterlife series great drawings of characters plenty of action and interesting bad guys you will love it !!
August 16, 2022
omg! I love these kids!
Finding friends and family and supporting each other is awesome! Not to mention their new other half’s that they finally found and are one with!
Finding friends and family and supporting each other is awesome! Not to mention their new other half’s that they finally found and are one with!
November 19, 2022
Awesome and Fast paced
If you have read the Afterlife Saga, you have to read about the school the Afterlife is holding for teenage demons and angels.
If you have read the Afterlife Saga, you have to read about the school the Afterlife is holding for teenage demons and angels.
February 13, 2023
Amazing
What a journey. We follow teens who are discovering their powers. Throw in danger and some family drama.
Such a good book. Soo hard to put down
What a journey. We follow teens who are discovering their powers. Throw in danger and some family drama.
Such a good book. Soo hard to put down
January 14, 2024
Review for the whole series in the next instalment!
January 21, 2024
DNF for me. However this has nothing to do with the author, as her writing style was as amazing as always.
It's simply that there was no 🌶 and its 🌶 I live for lol
It's simply that there was no 🌶 and its 🌶 I live for lol
November 11, 2019
Return of the Teen Titans..lol
5 stars for illustrations
5 stars for originality
5 stars for great character and world building
5 stars for an energetic story
If you've read book 1 you'll already suspect and be right in your suspicion.. Part 2 rocks!!!
Each of the teens develop the knowledge of themselves that we all yearned for in "The Glass Dagger". Well..."Hells Ring" delivers and you'll be happy to know that your expectations are met if not exceeded!
Steph & Caroline have truly created a wonderful way to introduce a demonic themed genre without emphasizing on the occult and the proverbial sacrificial virgin blood baths or heavily religious jargon that most authors survive on! Instead the focus is on coming-of-age Paranormal Titans hell bent on defying the odds of untested teamwork. It's has the relaxed comfort of an old black & white family adventure but then it's remastered in the vibrant colors of a Justice League movie! And let's not forget the Love in the air❤ ewww...wonder who it could be😉
So in a nutshell we have some adventure with battle scenes, we have some drama and suspense, and then some lovey-dovey bits😋
What more could you ask for?
5 stars for illustrations
5 stars for originality
5 stars for great character and world building
5 stars for an energetic story
If you've read book 1 you'll already suspect and be right in your suspicion.. Part 2 rocks!!!
Each of the teens develop the knowledge of themselves that we all yearned for in "The Glass Dagger". Well..."Hells Ring" delivers and you'll be happy to know that your expectations are met if not exceeded!
Steph & Caroline have truly created a wonderful way to introduce a demonic themed genre without emphasizing on the occult and the proverbial sacrificial virgin blood baths or heavily religious jargon that most authors survive on! Instead the focus is on coming-of-age Paranormal Titans hell bent on defying the odds of untested teamwork. It's has the relaxed comfort of an old black & white family adventure but then it's remastered in the vibrant colors of a Justice League movie! And let's not forget the Love in the air❤ ewww...wonder who it could be😉
So in a nutshell we have some adventure with battle scenes, we have some drama and suspense, and then some lovey-dovey bits😋
What more could you ask for?
November 10, 2019
Well I don't know what to say because i didn't expect to love this book as much as i did it being a book for a younger audience, but wow i was totally engrossed in this story line with the five young characters and there plight to find out the truth in what they are.This second book blew the first one out the water where we are getting to learn more about each character,Theo,Zane,Ivan,Ena and Janie.
This book came alive with all the drawings that Caroline illustrated where we get to see what each character is in there Demon form was nothing short of amazing and made this book so much more for me.This is Stephanie at her best and the way she has with words that transform you into the world she is describing that has left me with a huge book hangover especially with that massive cliffhanger where i definitely need you to start on this next book asap.Naughty lady to keep doing this and leave us hanging like this.But saying that why am i not surprised as reading all her other books i should of known.Five Huge Demon Stars.
This book came alive with all the drawings that Caroline illustrated where we get to see what each character is in there Demon form was nothing short of amazing and made this book so much more for me.This is Stephanie at her best and the way she has with words that transform you into the world she is describing that has left me with a huge book hangover especially with that massive cliffhanger where i definitely need you to start on this next book asap.Naughty lady to keep doing this and leave us hanging like this.But saying that why am i not surprised as reading all her other books i should of known.Five Huge Demon Stars.
October 24, 2019
Wow what can I say Stephanie hudson brought this one with a home run
Bloody hell I actually want to re read them all over agin and again this book legit blew my mind and that ending I cried out noooooo!!!! Hopefully it’s not too long of wait for the next instalment, now the drawings to go with this book as as Zane says totally badass really we all use our own imagination and I have to say those pictures go beyond how I thought and I am in love with these drawings she had Stephanie Hudson words come so alive I really wish more books did it like this it wasn’t overly done but perfectly set up
So in saying this do your self a favour and start reading this ASAP!!
Now I can stop annoying my son with each chapter about the angels and demons and those truly talented picture
Thank you to you both for this book 🧡🖤💜
Bloody hell I actually want to re read them all over agin and again this book legit blew my mind and that ending I cried out noooooo!!!! Hopefully it’s not too long of wait for the next instalment, now the drawings to go with this book as as Zane says totally badass really we all use our own imagination and I have to say those pictures go beyond how I thought and I am in love with these drawings she had Stephanie Hudson words come so alive I really wish more books did it like this it wasn’t overly done but perfectly set up
So in saying this do your self a favour and start reading this ASAP!!
Now I can stop annoying my son with each chapter about the angels and demons and those truly talented picture
Thank you to you both for this book 🧡🖤💜
November 1, 2019
The Hells Ring
Well what can I say I kind of saw this coming. After all I wouldn't except anything but the best from Stephanie. Again and again you enlighten my day with your books, your books are amazing. And this I must admit I wasn't going to read as I thought it wasn't really my thing but thank goodness I did because as usual with everything you write it was epic. Can't wait for number 3.
Well what can I say I kind of saw this coming. After all I wouldn't except anything but the best from Stephanie. Again and again you enlighten my day with your books, your books are amazing. And this I must admit I wasn't going to read as I thought it wasn't really my thing but thank goodness I did because as usual with everything you write it was epic. Can't wait for number 3.
February 11, 2020
SO AMAZING!!!
As always any of Stephanie’s books are AMAZING! This book is such an awesome addition to the Afterlife world! It has left me needing more! It sucks you in and won’t let go! There’s always something exciting on the next page. These teens have so much strength and character. I can’t wait to read the next!
As always any of Stephanie’s books are AMAZING! This book is such an awesome addition to the Afterlife world! It has left me needing more! It sucks you in and won’t let go! There’s always something exciting on the next page. These teens have so much strength and character. I can’t wait to read the next!
October 21, 2019
What the heck
Nooooo i cannot believe it ended in a cliff hanger! I really can't and don't want to wait for the next book to come out! Good storyline great characters new and old look forward to the next one and hopefully it won't be a long wait
Nooooo i cannot believe it ended in a cliff hanger! I really can't and don't want to wait for the next book to come out! Good storyline great characters new and old look forward to the next one and hopefully it won't be a long wait
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