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Nightworld Academy #4
Nightworld Academy: Term Four
A murder on campus divides the houses, and the hidden prejudices between the races spill out into mistrust and violence. Life at the Nightworld Academy will never be the same.
Who murdered Lorna, and who framed Andrei? Proving his innocence may be harder and more dangerous than we imagined, but I'm determined to clear Andrei's name.
But helping Andrei isn't our only problem.
First, I discover my relationship with Jamie is more complicated than we both realised, and that he has a more significant role to play in my life. But I've seen his death again—and this time I know where he dies.
Then, Tobias finally opens up, and our relationship hits a new level of complicated. Tobias can strengthen my powers, but with dangerous consequences for both of us.
Ash continues to struggle with Vincent's control, and with the after-effects of his night away from the academy. As Vincent takes advantage of the unrest between the houses to segregate Gilgamesh, we uncover the darker side of his plans.
But there's more to these events than a shifter with an agenda and a vampire framed for murder. The pieces won't fit into place yet, but I'm no longer sure if the Confederacy or the Dominion is our greatest threat.
As we grow stronger, we become determined that nobody will succeed in tearing us apart. But how far will our enemies go to stop our group uniting into the powerful opponents they fear?
We're facing our most dangerous term yet, and I'm frightened we might not all survive.
Nightworld Academy: Term Four is the fourth book in this upper YA/NA series of magic academy books. The main characters are eighteen and older, and this is a slow burn RH. Contains mature content.
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360 pages, Kindle Edition
First published February 1, 2020
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L.J. Swallow
114 books745 followersLJ Swallow is a paranormal romance and urban fantasy author who is the alter-ego of bestselling contemporary romance author Lisa Swallow.
Giving in to her dark side, LJ spends time creating worlds filled with supernatural creatures who don’t fit the norm, and heroines who are more likely to kick ass than sit on theirs.
Giving in to her dark side, LJ spends time creating worlds filled with supernatural creatures who don’t fit the norm, and heroines who are more likely to kick ass than sit on theirs.
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September 14, 2021
Filler
Oh my god, this entire book except for the last chapter is completely unnecessary filler. There is no reason for this book to have been written other than to scam people into buying more books. So to summarize the entire book. All three boys love Maeve. Tobias wants to but can’t trust himself. So there is a lot of tug of war there but they are staying away from each other if possible because he’s “dangerous.” Then Anastasia Blackwood turns out to be behind it all and Vincent’s body is the one responsible for trying to kill Jamie. Anastasia kidnaps Maeve and Tobias for the Dominion. The End. Completely useless. I gave it two stars instead of one because I was actually able to make myself read the whole book instead of skipping to the end. Oh and if you are looking for well written intimacy scenes definitely look elsewhere.
Oh my god, this entire book except for the last chapter is completely unnecessary filler. There is no reason for this book to have been written other than to scam people into buying more books. So to summarize the entire book. All three boys love Maeve. Tobias wants to but can’t trust himself. So there is a lot of tug of war there but they are staying away from each other if possible because he’s “dangerous.” Then Anastasia Blackwood turns out to be behind it all and Vincent’s body is the one responsible for trying to kill Jamie. Anastasia kidnaps Maeve and Tobias for the Dominion. The End. Completely useless. I gave it two stars instead of one because I was actually able to make myself read the whole book instead of skipping to the end. Oh and if you are looking for well written intimacy scenes definitely look elsewhere.
December 15, 2024
2020 52 Book Challenge - 18) Published in 2020
I kinda really liked this book because of the focus on the interrelations between the three houses in the Academy. However, the segregation details were kept kinda slim, and the distance between the races isn't really explained well, so I wish they'd gone into that a bit more.
However, there were a couple things that bothered me. One was the lack of focus on Amelia, like I get that Andrei was the main focus and saving him, but its like they forgot that Amelia existed through the entire book. The second was that the whole point of Maeve is that she's a future sighted witch, but they barely mentioned her visions and there was nothing about trying to enhance or grow her visions and its like, if she's such a weapon to be used or such a progidy, why are they not doing this?
I kinda really liked this book because of the focus on the interrelations between the three houses in the Academy. However, the segregation details were kept kinda slim, and the distance between the races isn't really explained well, so I wish they'd gone into that a bit more.
However, there were a couple things that bothered me. One was the lack of focus on Amelia, like I get that Andrei was the main focus and saving him, but its like they forgot that Amelia existed through the entire book. The second was that the whole point of Maeve is that she's a future sighted witch, but they barely mentioned her visions and there was nothing about trying to enhance or grow her visions and its like, if she's such a weapon to be used or such a progidy, why are they not doing this?
February 2, 2020
The murder of a witch brings the precarious balance between the houses to an end. Lorna was murdered by a vampire and it's widely believed that the murderer is Andrei. Maeve knows better. She was with him, with him all night but no one seems to care. His guilt has been decided. Proving his innocence nearly kills Maeve and opens up a new bond with Jamie. Add in Vincent's hold over Ash and Tobias's confession and Maeve has more relationship complications than she can handle. The group knows that they are stronger together and are determined to stay together despite the witch's feelings about the vampires and the shifter's new agenda of their superiority and desired exclusion.
Layer upon layer of intrigue, mixed in with secrets and lies, biases and discrimination. It's packed with so much, maybe too much. Which makes it strange that I am going to complain that it doesn't move fast enough at times. The complexity bogs down the story at times. It feels like I'm being bombarded. I am hoping that the revelation (that I LOVED) at the end of this book linking many of the storylines into one means that we can move forward and get some resolution. Then maybe, the relationships can get the focus they need to solidify. Everything is so complicated. There were times I wondered if it was worth it. Maybe Maeve would be better just taking off. The Confederacy and the Dominion both are manipulative and don't have the best interests of the entire paranormal world at heart. They definitely both want to control Maeve. The Academy is filled with teachers and admin who don't listen, who judge, and who are not present when needed. Maeve's men are emotionally or physically unavailable for one reason or another. Her best friend has disappeared and the other witches don't trust her. Her parents have checked out of her life. Too much. However, I feel that the final book will bring it all together beautifully. I trust this author's skill. I look forward to the power of Maeve and her men.
Layer upon layer of intrigue, mixed in with secrets and lies, biases and discrimination. It's packed with so much, maybe too much. Which makes it strange that I am going to complain that it doesn't move fast enough at times. The complexity bogs down the story at times. It feels like I'm being bombarded. I am hoping that the revelation (that I LOVED) at the end of this book linking many of the storylines into one means that we can move forward and get some resolution. Then maybe, the relationships can get the focus they need to solidify. Everything is so complicated. There were times I wondered if it was worth it. Maybe Maeve would be better just taking off. The Confederacy and the Dominion both are manipulative and don't have the best interests of the entire paranormal world at heart. They definitely both want to control Maeve. The Academy is filled with teachers and admin who don't listen, who judge, and who are not present when needed. Maeve's men are emotionally or physically unavailable for one reason or another. Her best friend has disappeared and the other witches don't trust her. Her parents have checked out of her life. Too much. However, I feel that the final book will bring it all together beautifully. I trust this author's skill. I look forward to the power of Maeve and her men.
February 3, 2020
This series just gets bigger and bigger with more crazy twists and turns and mind blowing unexpected turns, to end on a high cliff that will blow your mind.
We get you see maeve grow closer to jamie as they try to find evidence that Andrei isn't a killer. Also maeve and Tobias share more secrets while trying to help Andrei too. All while poor Ash is having to deal with his brother Vincent. With some crazy ways they manage to help Ash remember things about a night away with Vincent and some of the academy boys. Which then leads to a great cliff hanger ending. Which is totally worth the wait for the next book. Wicked
We get you see maeve grow closer to jamie as they try to find evidence that Andrei isn't a killer. Also maeve and Tobias share more secrets while trying to help Andrei too. All while poor Ash is having to deal with his brother Vincent. With some crazy ways they manage to help Ash remember things about a night away with Vincent and some of the academy boys. Which then leads to a great cliff hanger ending. Which is totally worth the wait for the next book. Wicked
February 17, 2020
Maeve is a moron. The guys deserve better.
July 19, 2021
This one made me super anxious
This entire book was difficult to get through because I’m anxious. Not enough good imo is happening right now for me to be thrilled with the series. It’s all hitting the fan, and just all mucked up.
What force is doing this? I was sad through a lot of this book, anxious, restless. Idk it was just tough to get through because of the guys pulling away from Maeve.
I need to see them pull together. Ugh. This is bad.
Also. Ok as someone future sighted it drives me nuts they’ve barely even touched on enhancing her visions. In the previous books she would have to fight off visions it seemed often, but this book that all fell to the wayside. Maeve doesn’t even think to attempt to see the future even though the events in this book could really use it.
Why didn’t she use future sight to see if someone was after them or to attempt to see anything of importance. She’s done nothing. They all talk about her being this weapon, this prodigy but they’ve done nothing to truly enhance her skills. She’s constantly being rescued. I’m not seeing her win things of her own volition.
The details on the segregation are also slim. Why do the races dislike each other so much?
I need to see more to think Maeve is a badass.
This entire book was difficult to get through because I’m anxious. Not enough good imo is happening right now for me to be thrilled with the series. It’s all hitting the fan, and just all mucked up.
What force is doing this? I was sad through a lot of this book, anxious, restless. Idk it was just tough to get through because of the guys pulling away from Maeve.
I need to see them pull together. Ugh. This is bad.
Also. Ok as someone future sighted it drives me nuts they’ve barely even touched on enhancing her visions. In the previous books she would have to fight off visions it seemed often, but this book that all fell to the wayside. Maeve doesn’t even think to attempt to see the future even though the events in this book could really use it.
Why didn’t she use future sight to see if someone was after them or to attempt to see anything of importance. She’s done nothing. They all talk about her being this weapon, this prodigy but they’ve done nothing to truly enhance her skills. She’s constantly being rescued. I’m not seeing her win things of her own volition.
The details on the segregation are also slim. Why do the races dislike each other so much?
I need to see more to think Maeve is a badass.
September 27, 2021
Seriously, another cliff-hanger! This author knows how to leave you wanting more.
At the end of book 3 Vincent told the guys they were to walk across the moors to the farmhouse. But in this book they drive there. Uh, a bit confused.
IN any case, the story just gets more intriguing.
I was happy for some extra Andrei time.
It's not that I don't like Ash and Jamie, they are both really good characters. I just prefer Andrei and Tobias.
I wonder where on earth Amelia has gone, there were no clues as to her whereabouts in this book.
But, again, damn what an ending!
At the end of book 3 Vincent told the guys they were to walk across the moors to the farmhouse. But in this book they drive there. Uh, a bit confused.
IN any case, the story just gets more intriguing.
I was happy for some extra Andrei time.
It's not that I don't like Ash and Jamie, they are both really good characters. I just prefer Andrei and Tobias.
I wonder where on earth Amelia has gone, there were no clues as to her whereabouts in this book.
But, again, damn what an ending!
January 5, 2021
Tension is rising!
The Dominion is playing havoc with everyone’s lives, and there’s plenty of tension and action throughout. We’re left on a horror of a cliffhanger, so I’m glad I don’t have to wait for Term Five to be published!
The Dominion is playing havoc with everyone’s lives, and there’s plenty of tension and action throughout. We’re left on a horror of a cliffhanger, so I’m glad I don’t have to wait for Term Five to be published!
July 27, 2024
That cliffhanger though!!!
September 16, 2023
Still obsessed
I am still completely and utterly obsessed with this series. I’ve been slowly making my way through this authors backlist and I’m loving it so much!!
I am still completely and utterly obsessed with this series. I’ve been slowly making my way through this authors backlist and I’m loving it so much!!
February 27, 2020
OK
The one thing I dislike most, a cliffhanger. Not only a cliffhanger, but a huge one that we don't get the answer to until the end of this year. Six and a half months from now to be precise. I wish all authors would warn us of cliffhangers in the blurb so we can make an informed choice whether to hold off and read it when all the books are out.
The story is good, but as with all of the books in this series very, very drawn out. I feel like this whole series could have been told in three maybe four books. I struggled to get through each book. Another problem I had was way too many POV's. It got very confusing at times.
I am not a big fan of reverse harems to begin with, unless they are necessary to the storyline. You run the risk of not being able to develop a connection to each character unless it is well done.
While the roots of this series are really good, I found that I was not drawn to the characters in these books as much as I would like to have been, but at the same time, I wanted to find out what happened only to find out I now have to wait almost 7 months to get my answer, which I will because I preordered the book.
When it is all said and done, this is a well written series, just a little too long and drawn out for me. If this is your genre, get it. It may be the perfect read for you.
The one thing I dislike most, a cliffhanger. Not only a cliffhanger, but a huge one that we don't get the answer to until the end of this year. Six and a half months from now to be precise. I wish all authors would warn us of cliffhangers in the blurb so we can make an informed choice whether to hold off and read it when all the books are out.
The story is good, but as with all of the books in this series very, very drawn out. I feel like this whole series could have been told in three maybe four books. I struggled to get through each book. Another problem I had was way too many POV's. It got very confusing at times.
I am not a big fan of reverse harems to begin with, unless they are necessary to the storyline. You run the risk of not being able to develop a connection to each character unless it is well done.
While the roots of this series are really good, I found that I was not drawn to the characters in these books as much as I would like to have been, but at the same time, I wanted to find out what happened only to find out I now have to wait almost 7 months to get my answer, which I will because I preordered the book.
When it is all said and done, this is a well written series, just a little too long and drawn out for me. If this is your genre, get it. It may be the perfect read for you.
March 2, 2020
Are you kidding me?? I was so excited to read this book thinking it would close out the series and answer all my questions. It ended in a cliffhanger, answered very few questions and raised MORE! I think a series needs to come to an end if they can't be read as stand alones (this really needs to be read in order). It appears this is going to dragging into more and will become boring for me. This book was okay, but has already started to get dull. Even though I started out liking this series, this is the for me.
September 10, 2021
The quality of these books is starting to go slightly downhill and the only thing that really kept me going in this installment was the mystery of who is behind the attacks and murder.
I found Maeve very whiny and irrational and she was so annoying charging into every situation with no real evidence or idea of what was going on. Some of the scenarios and conversations that took place were very odd too and it's mad that no one has yet had a conversation on how all the guys are after her.
I found the ending rather odd and not sure where it's going to go in the next book.
I found Maeve very whiny and irrational and she was so annoying charging into every situation with no real evidence or idea of what was going on. Some of the scenarios and conversations that took place were very odd too and it's mad that no one has yet had a conversation on how all the guys are after her.
I found the ending rather odd and not sure where it's going to go in the next book.
February 9, 2020
More secrets revealed.
Just when you think the story can’t get more dark and twisty... Hoping book 5 comes out soon and we know what happened to Maeve!
Just when you think the story can’t get more dark and twisty... Hoping book 5 comes out soon and we know what happened to Maeve!
September 30, 2025
la historia alcanza un nivel de caos agotador, donde Maeve se ve obligada a cargar con el peso de todos: el Dominio, la Confederación, la Academia, la guerra de razas y, sobre todo, los hombres que la rodean. Aunque su poder como bruja vidente es cada vez más fuerte, lo que se siente en todo el libro es un permanente estado de colapso: siempre está arreglando lo que los demás rompen, salvando a quien se equivoca, soportando mentiras o tratando de que el grupo no se destruya.
Ash prácticamente se separa del grupo. Su obsesión con Vicent lo consume, y aunque regresa una y otra vez, siempre es por su hermano. Lo más duro llega en el final: se revela que Vicent está muerto desde hace tiempo, y que lo que todos vieron era en realidad nigromancia manipulada por la mafia Blackwood, quienes planeaban usarlo como carnada para acercarse a Maeve y secuestrarla. Ese golpe destruye a Ash, pero no es lo único: además pierde la memoria a causa de la magia y empieza a vivir en el medio de una transformación hacia su naturaleza de dragón, lo que lo aísla todavía más de Maeve y el grupo. Su historia en este libro es pura desintegración: un chico roto que se pierde entre la obsesión, la magia y una identidad que no controla.
Con Andrei, las cosas parecen mejorar al principio. Maeve logra desenmascarar la mentira sobre la muerte de Lorna y eso le permite volver de la cárcel. La pareja finalmente se consolida y comparten momentos donde el vínculo entre ellos parece lo más auténtico de la historia. Sin embargo, el guion los sabotea: Andrei empieza a consumir drogas para lidiar con la presión y el dolor, lo que hace que Maeve tenga que estar constantemente detrás de él, cuidándolo, sosteniéndolo. Lo que debería ser una relación fuerte y de apoyo mutuo se convierte en otro peso más para ella. Y es frustrante, porque aunque es la pareja más sólida y la favorita, terminan arrastrándola de nuevo a ese papel de cuidadora.
Jaime sigue en la misma espiral de magia oscura, pero con un giro importante: a pesar de todo, en un momento clave, logra salvarle la vida a Maeve gracias a su vínculo de brujos. Ese acto demuestra que todavía hay luz en él, aunque viva consumido por la oscuridad. Sin embargo, el precio es terrible: cuando Maeve intenta salvarlo a él de una bala que ya había visto en sus visiones, termina siendo secuestrada por el Dominio (terroristas) en el clímax del libro. Es un cierre durísimo porque lo que empezó como una advertencia en sus visiones se cumple de la peor forma posible.
Tobías es probablemente el personaje más agotador en este libro. Cada revelación lo ensucia más: resulta que conocía a los Blackwood, que estuvo metido en el Dominio, que fue un asesino de brujas en el pasado, y que además ha vivido con la memoria borrada. Aunque muchas veces ayuda a Maeve, lo hace con tantas mentiras y manipulaciones que al final la perjudica más de lo que la protege. Incluso cuando parece acercarse a ella y generar una conexión real, todo se mancha por su historial y por el hecho de que siempre termina ocultando algo. Su relación con Maeve se siente como un tira y afloje que desgasta, porque aunque ella lo necesita, él constantemente la arrastra a más problemas.
El trasfondo del libro es una guerra de razas que arranca desde la muerte de Lorna. Lo insoportable es que este conflicto nunca se calma: vampiros, brujos, cambiaformas, todos enfrentados, con la Academia convertida en un campo de tensiones. Maeve queda en el medio, siempre usada como pieza o blanco, y eso la empuja a un nivel de estrés insoportable. Todo sale mal, todo recae en ella, y la sensación constante es que está al borde del colapso, intentando sostener un mundo que se le cae encima.
Para colmo, Amelia y Matt siguen desaparecidos, y su historia se va a un spin-off/libro aparte, lo cual corta el ritmo de la saga principal y se siente más como una trampa editorial que como una parte orgánica de la trama. Maeve y el grupo los pierden de vista por completo, y eso aumenta la sensación de fragmentación.
Ash prácticamente se separa del grupo. Su obsesión con Vicent lo consume, y aunque regresa una y otra vez, siempre es por su hermano. Lo más duro llega en el final: se revela que Vicent está muerto desde hace tiempo, y que lo que todos vieron era en realidad nigromancia manipulada por la mafia Blackwood, quienes planeaban usarlo como carnada para acercarse a Maeve y secuestrarla. Ese golpe destruye a Ash, pero no es lo único: además pierde la memoria a causa de la magia y empieza a vivir en el medio de una transformación hacia su naturaleza de dragón, lo que lo aísla todavía más de Maeve y el grupo. Su historia en este libro es pura desintegración: un chico roto que se pierde entre la obsesión, la magia y una identidad que no controla.
Con Andrei, las cosas parecen mejorar al principio. Maeve logra desenmascarar la mentira sobre la muerte de Lorna y eso le permite volver de la cárcel. La pareja finalmente se consolida y comparten momentos donde el vínculo entre ellos parece lo más auténtico de la historia. Sin embargo, el guion los sabotea: Andrei empieza a consumir drogas para lidiar con la presión y el dolor, lo que hace que Maeve tenga que estar constantemente detrás de él, cuidándolo, sosteniéndolo. Lo que debería ser una relación fuerte y de apoyo mutuo se convierte en otro peso más para ella. Y es frustrante, porque aunque es la pareja más sólida y la favorita, terminan arrastrándola de nuevo a ese papel de cuidadora.
Jaime sigue en la misma espiral de magia oscura, pero con un giro importante: a pesar de todo, en un momento clave, logra salvarle la vida a Maeve gracias a su vínculo de brujos. Ese acto demuestra que todavía hay luz en él, aunque viva consumido por la oscuridad. Sin embargo, el precio es terrible: cuando Maeve intenta salvarlo a él de una bala que ya había visto en sus visiones, termina siendo secuestrada por el Dominio (terroristas) en el clímax del libro. Es un cierre durísimo porque lo que empezó como una advertencia en sus visiones se cumple de la peor forma posible.
Tobías es probablemente el personaje más agotador en este libro. Cada revelación lo ensucia más: resulta que conocía a los Blackwood, que estuvo metido en el Dominio, que fue un asesino de brujas en el pasado, y que además ha vivido con la memoria borrada. Aunque muchas veces ayuda a Maeve, lo hace con tantas mentiras y manipulaciones que al final la perjudica más de lo que la protege. Incluso cuando parece acercarse a ella y generar una conexión real, todo se mancha por su historial y por el hecho de que siempre termina ocultando algo. Su relación con Maeve se siente como un tira y afloje que desgasta, porque aunque ella lo necesita, él constantemente la arrastra a más problemas.
El trasfondo del libro es una guerra de razas que arranca desde la muerte de Lorna. Lo insoportable es que este conflicto nunca se calma: vampiros, brujos, cambiaformas, todos enfrentados, con la Academia convertida en un campo de tensiones. Maeve queda en el medio, siempre usada como pieza o blanco, y eso la empuja a un nivel de estrés insoportable. Todo sale mal, todo recae en ella, y la sensación constante es que está al borde del colapso, intentando sostener un mundo que se le cae encima.
Para colmo, Amelia y Matt siguen desaparecidos, y su historia se va a un spin-off/libro aparte, lo cual corta el ritmo de la saga principal y se siente más como una trampa editorial que como una parte orgánica de la trama. Maeve y el grupo los pierden de vista por completo, y eso aumenta la sensación de fragmentación.
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March 13, 2024
I loved it! It was so enticing that I couldn’t put it down, this book grabbed my interest from the very first page. I had to know what happened next. The story is well written with a very good storyline. This series is a slow-burn sweet why choose romance. Perfect for lovers of books with a strong magical heroine who grows into her powers, swoon-worthy guys who love and protect her, and a supernatural world filled with magic, romance, and mystery. Welcome to Nightworld Academy (Ravenwood Academy to the outside world). At this academy, that is attended by witches, shifters, and vampires, one student's bloodline will be their salvation or a curse. A murder on campus divides the houses, and the hidden prejudices between the races spill out into mistrust and violence. Life at the Nightworld Academy will never be the same. Who murdered Lorna, and who framed Andrei? Proving his innocence may be harder and more dangerous than we imagined, yet Mauve’s determined to clear Andrei's name,
But helping Andrei isn't their only problem.
First, she’s discovered her relationship with Jamie is more complicated than they both realised, and that he has a more significant role to play in her life, but she’s seen his death again and this time she knows where he dies. Then, Tobias finally opens up, and their relationship hits a new level of complicated. Tobias can strengthen her powers, but with dangerous consequences for both of them. Ash continues to struggle with Vincent's control, and with the after-effects of his night away from the academy. As Vincent takes advantage of the unrest between the houses to segregate Gilgamesh, the darker side of his plans are uncovered but there's more to these events than a shifter with an agenda and a vampire framed for murder. The pieces won't fit into place yet, but she’s no longer sure if the Confederacy or the Dominion is their greatest threat. As they grow stronger, they become determined that nobody will succeed in tearing them apart. How far will their enemies go to stop their group uniting into the powerful opponents they fear? They’re facing their most dangerous term yet, and she’s frightened they might not all survive. So with all that and more this story pulls you in and holds you tight. I can’t wait to find out what happens next. I highly recommend to everyone.
But helping Andrei isn't their only problem.
First, she’s discovered her relationship with Jamie is more complicated than they both realised, and that he has a more significant role to play in her life, but she’s seen his death again and this time she knows where he dies. Then, Tobias finally opens up, and their relationship hits a new level of complicated. Tobias can strengthen her powers, but with dangerous consequences for both of them. Ash continues to struggle with Vincent's control, and with the after-effects of his night away from the academy. As Vincent takes advantage of the unrest between the houses to segregate Gilgamesh, the darker side of his plans are uncovered but there's more to these events than a shifter with an agenda and a vampire framed for murder. The pieces won't fit into place yet, but she’s no longer sure if the Confederacy or the Dominion is their greatest threat. As they grow stronger, they become determined that nobody will succeed in tearing them apart. How far will their enemies go to stop their group uniting into the powerful opponents they fear? They’re facing their most dangerous term yet, and she’s frightened they might not all survive. So with all that and more this story pulls you in and holds you tight. I can’t wait to find out what happens next. I highly recommend to everyone.
June 7, 2025
Nightworld Academy: Die Schule für Hexen, Vampire und Werwölfe
In der fesselnden Erzählung über Maeve und die düstere Magierfamilie der Blackwoods wird ein spannendes Drama entfaltet, das sowohl durch seine packende Handlung als auch durch die tiefen Charaktere und emotionale Tiefe hervorsticht. Maeve wird von den Blackwoods entführt, die ihr verborgenes Potenzial nutzen wollen und sie auf die dunkle Seite ziehen wollen. Diese Ausgangssituation wirft grundlegende Fragen auf: Was ist wirklich Maeves Potenzial? Welche Gefahren verbergen sich in der Dunkelheit? Und wie werden ihre Freunde in der Lage sein, sie zu retten?
Ein zentrales Thema der Geschichte ist die Notwendigkeit zur Zusammenarbeit und das Überwinden persönlicher Differenzen. Maeves Freunde müssen ihre eigenen Konflikte hinter sich lassen und sich vereint gegen eine übermächtige Bedrohung stellen. Diese Dynamik verdeutlicht die Bedeutung von Freundschaft und Loyalität, besonders in Krisenzeiten. Die sympathischen Eigenschaften der Charaktere erleichtern es dem Leser, sich mit ihnen zu identifizieren, während die Handlung voranschreitet und man mit jeder Figur mitfiebert.
Die Kombination aus Magie, mystischen Kreaturen wie Wölfen und Vampiren sowie der Umgebung einer Akademie schafft eine faszinierende Kulisse für die Erzählung. Als Hörbuch lädt diese Geschichte dazu ein, in eine reichhaltige Welt voller Fantasie und Abenteuer einzutauchen. Die fesselnde Erzählweise und die vielschichtigen Charaktere sorgen dafür, dass man jede Minute aufmerksam zuhört. Daher ist dieses Werk eine klare Empfehlung für alle Liebhaber magischer Geschichten, die sowohl Spannung als auch emotionale Tiefe schätzen.
In der fesselnden Erzählung über Maeve und die düstere Magierfamilie der Blackwoods wird ein spannendes Drama entfaltet, das sowohl durch seine packende Handlung als auch durch die tiefen Charaktere und emotionale Tiefe hervorsticht. Maeve wird von den Blackwoods entführt, die ihr verborgenes Potenzial nutzen wollen und sie auf die dunkle Seite ziehen wollen. Diese Ausgangssituation wirft grundlegende Fragen auf: Was ist wirklich Maeves Potenzial? Welche Gefahren verbergen sich in der Dunkelheit? Und wie werden ihre Freunde in der Lage sein, sie zu retten?
Ein zentrales Thema der Geschichte ist die Notwendigkeit zur Zusammenarbeit und das Überwinden persönlicher Differenzen. Maeves Freunde müssen ihre eigenen Konflikte hinter sich lassen und sich vereint gegen eine übermächtige Bedrohung stellen. Diese Dynamik verdeutlicht die Bedeutung von Freundschaft und Loyalität, besonders in Krisenzeiten. Die sympathischen Eigenschaften der Charaktere erleichtern es dem Leser, sich mit ihnen zu identifizieren, während die Handlung voranschreitet und man mit jeder Figur mitfiebert.
Die Kombination aus Magie, mystischen Kreaturen wie Wölfen und Vampiren sowie der Umgebung einer Akademie schafft eine faszinierende Kulisse für die Erzählung. Als Hörbuch lädt diese Geschichte dazu ein, in eine reichhaltige Welt voller Fantasie und Abenteuer einzutauchen. Die fesselnde Erzählweise und die vielschichtigen Charaktere sorgen dafür, dass man jede Minute aufmerksam zuhört. Daher ist dieses Werk eine klare Empfehlung für alle Liebhaber magischer Geschichten, die sowohl Spannung als auch emotionale Tiefe schätzen.
December 19, 2025
I am reading this saga in English (I usually read in Spanish). I liked the three previous books, but the quality of this one has really dropped. I can’t empathize with Maebe at all (not to say that I actually hate her).
Everyone keeps saying that she is powerful, but nobody really knows why. As a result, the girl does nothing except move between the boys (who, apparently, make her more powerful). We never see what she can actually do because she does nothing.
In addition, her relationship with each boy seems to be written separately and then mixed together later in the book. There is no real interaction. At one moment she only has thoughts about one boy, and in the next moment everything is forgotten and she only thinks about the other boy as if he were the only one.
This feels very odd, and I can’t understand their relationships or why the boys want to stay with her. There are no charismatic characters. The only female friend she had disappeared and no one seems to care. Most of the problems are solved by telling Tobias to take care of things, and he usually just says that he is handling it. Period.
I don’t know if I will read the rest of the saga, because this book felt very heavy and boring to me. Nothing really happens until 20 last pages, and then at the end everything is rushed and makes no sense.
The good part is that I can improve my English. 😄
Everyone keeps saying that she is powerful, but nobody really knows why. As a result, the girl does nothing except move between the boys (who, apparently, make her more powerful). We never see what she can actually do because she does nothing.
In addition, her relationship with each boy seems to be written separately and then mixed together later in the book. There is no real interaction. At one moment she only has thoughts about one boy, and in the next moment everything is forgotten and she only thinks about the other boy as if he were the only one.
This feels very odd, and I can’t understand their relationships or why the boys want to stay with her. There are no charismatic characters. The only female friend she had disappeared and no one seems to care. Most of the problems are solved by telling Tobias to take care of things, and he usually just says that he is handling it. Period.
I don’t know if I will read the rest of the saga, because this book felt very heavy and boring to me. Nothing really happens until 20 last pages, and then at the end everything is rushed and makes no sense.
The good part is that I can improve my English. 😄
September 6, 2024
3.5 ⭐️
The amount of grammatical errors in this is unbelievably frustrating. This book needs a really good proofread.
I was so eager to jump straight into this book after book 3. However, even though I enjoyed it and I’m hooked on the storyline and wherever it’s going, I’m also frustrated.
Firstly, the whole Meave didn’t think to question the roommate until after she bumps into her is very unrealistic. Even if I was to look past this, Tobias would have thought of it. Secondly, as mentioned, the grammatical errors makes reading the book difficult. Third, the Harry Potter references with Meave comparing the worlds is so ick and makes it difficult for me to take seriously. Lastly, I’m sure Ash said in the previous book his birthday was in the spring and now in this book he says it’s summer?! For these reasons it’s a 3.5 stars not a 4.
So the whole RH is coming into play now in this book and it seems everyone is okay with it. The slow burn is slow, real slow. This book is more of a closed door than the previous although it still hints at what’s happening at the time.
I ended book three rooting for Andrei whilst anticipating Tobias. Now I’m just rooting for Tobias, common book 5!
Book 1 3.5 ⭐️
Book 2 3.5 ⭐️
Book 3 4 ⭐️
Book 4 3.5 ⭐️
The amount of grammatical errors in this is unbelievably frustrating. This book needs a really good proofread.
I was so eager to jump straight into this book after book 3. However, even though I enjoyed it and I’m hooked on the storyline and wherever it’s going, I’m also frustrated.
Firstly, the whole Meave didn’t think to question the roommate until after she bumps into her is very unrealistic. Even if I was to look past this, Tobias would have thought of it. Secondly, as mentioned, the grammatical errors makes reading the book difficult. Third, the Harry Potter references with Meave comparing the worlds is so ick and makes it difficult for me to take seriously. Lastly, I’m sure Ash said in the previous book his birthday was in the spring and now in this book he says it’s summer?! For these reasons it’s a 3.5 stars not a 4.
So the whole RH is coming into play now in this book and it seems everyone is okay with it. The slow burn is slow, real slow. This book is more of a closed door than the previous although it still hints at what’s happening at the time.
I ended book three rooting for Andrei whilst anticipating Tobias. Now I’m just rooting for Tobias, common book 5!
Book 1 3.5 ⭐️
Book 2 3.5 ⭐️
Book 3 4 ⭐️
Book 4 3.5 ⭐️
February 8, 2024
good
WARNING! Cliffhanger! This is probably a 5/5 on the trauma scale- lives are changed in a big way and we don’t know what happens!
Tensions are running high at the academy.
Andrei is accused of murder and heading for Ravenhold; Ash is dealing with his controlling brother and the night on the moors; Jamie is trying to figure out Maeve’s visions, if only to prevent his own death.
And through it all, Maeve is struggling to cope, to save Andrei, Ash, and Jamie, to help Amelia, and to understand what is happening between her and Tobias.
A little longer than the previous books, this one is filled with all kinds of angst issues, trauma, a murder mystery, and magical danger.
While a lot is uncovered during the book, there’s a lot more left unresolved by the end, making for a deliciously tantalizing read.
It’s not a standalone, you absolutely need to have read the previous books in the series, but it’s an entertaining read with intriguing characters, and an underlying dastardly plot that keeps your guessing.
Recommended for urban fantasy and academy fantasy fans that don’t mind a reverse harem romance.
WARNING! Cliffhanger! This is probably a 5/5 on the trauma scale- lives are changed in a big way and we don’t know what happens!
Tensions are running high at the academy.
Andrei is accused of murder and heading for Ravenhold; Ash is dealing with his controlling brother and the night on the moors; Jamie is trying to figure out Maeve’s visions, if only to prevent his own death.
And through it all, Maeve is struggling to cope, to save Andrei, Ash, and Jamie, to help Amelia, and to understand what is happening between her and Tobias.
A little longer than the previous books, this one is filled with all kinds of angst issues, trauma, a murder mystery, and magical danger.
While a lot is uncovered during the book, there’s a lot more left unresolved by the end, making for a deliciously tantalizing read.
It’s not a standalone, you absolutely need to have read the previous books in the series, but it’s an entertaining read with intriguing characters, and an underlying dastardly plot that keeps your guessing.
Recommended for urban fantasy and academy fantasy fans that don’t mind a reverse harem romance.
November 27, 2025
Back again in the land of the worlds most frustrating men who cannot make heads or tails of their feelings and, yeah! You guessed it! More of these dudes spending their time being in love but pushing away their love interest for super obscure, often unexplained reasons!
So much goes so, so wrong for Maeve and co and while this happens in every single book, holy poo on toast do things ever look grim as all hell in this one. Any time you feel like things could possibly start to be looking up, you get the equivalent of a nasty body slam to the concrete of worst case scenarios happen. So that definitely is a time.
We still have yet to have a chapter from Tobias’s POV which is crazy disappointing but the secrets this man has constantly have you in a chokehold.
The tension, the angst, between him and Maeve could be cut with a butter knife.
Honestly, when it comes to Jamie, I can’t figure out if I even like him or not. He is like a moody 13 year old with her first crush and he just makes such bad decisions it’s almost comical but mostly irritating.
We are so here for Ash and Andrei though. Heck yes, more of that please.
4.25⭐️
1🌶️
So much goes so, so wrong for Maeve and co and while this happens in every single book, holy poo on toast do things ever look grim as all hell in this one. Any time you feel like things could possibly start to be looking up, you get the equivalent of a nasty body slam to the concrete of worst case scenarios happen. So that definitely is a time.
We still have yet to have a chapter from Tobias’s POV which is crazy disappointing but the secrets this man has constantly have you in a chokehold.
The tension, the angst, between him and Maeve could be cut with a butter knife.
Honestly, when it comes to Jamie, I can’t figure out if I even like him or not. He is like a moody 13 year old with her first crush and he just makes such bad decisions it’s almost comical but mostly irritating.
We are so here for Ash and Andrei though. Heck yes, more of that please.
4.25⭐️
1🌶️
August 25, 2025
⚠️SPOILER ALERT⚠️
Of all the volumes so far, this is the best. Although the writing style hasn't changed much, with some scenes being cringe-worthy or with a wattpad vibe, some can be so intense that I felt every feeling and emotion as if I was in the middle of the action. This book is full of action and plot twists and the cliffhanger at the end is devastating.
One thing I don't like (and this is my personal opinion) is the fact that she has relationships with all the guys. Although I'm a fan of a love triangle, the fact that she's with all of them at once doesn't really make me a fan of her relationships. I hope there's an explanation later on why they have these connections and I hope she stays with Tobias.
Another thing I liked was that Ash didn't let Vince fool him too much, as he does in other books and quickly saw through his lies. Vince. If there's one thing that was created wonderfully in this book, it's his character, who makes you want to get into the book and punch him.
Btw, am I the only one who suspected the plot twist with Amelia and Matt from the beginning?
Of all the volumes so far, this is the best. Although the writing style hasn't changed much, with some scenes being cringe-worthy or with a wattpad vibe, some can be so intense that I felt every feeling and emotion as if I was in the middle of the action. This book is full of action and plot twists and the cliffhanger at the end is devastating.
One thing I don't like (and this is my personal opinion) is the fact that she has relationships with all the guys. Although I'm a fan of a love triangle, the fact that she's with all of them at once doesn't really make me a fan of her relationships. I hope there's an explanation later on why they have these connections and I hope she stays with Tobias.
Another thing I liked was that Ash didn't let Vince fool him too much, as he does in other books and quickly saw through his lies. Vince. If there's one thing that was created wonderfully in this book, it's his character, who makes you want to get into the book and punch him.
Btw, am I the only one who suspected the plot twist with Amelia and Matt from the beginning?
January 6, 2021
This book was a bit of a mixed bag for me. While there is still a strong plot, this story was all over the place. Having said that, I am still enjoying the series and look forward to finding out what else it has in store.
Sadly the narration has not grown on me and while this does not seem to be a general opinion, I have never met anyone that actually has this British accent. (Maybe the older members of the British royal family) A more diverse selection of dialects would have made the characters more recognisable.
Sadly the narration has not grown on me and while this does not seem to be a general opinion, I have never met anyone that actually has this British accent. (Maybe the older members of the British royal family) A more diverse selection of dialects would have made the characters more recognisable.
August 9, 2020
Nightworld Academy: Term Four
❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
OMG... I can’t put this book down, I love ❤️ love ❤️ love ❤️ this series... I had a funny suspicion of Vincent, I knew Blackwood was behind all this... And it doesn’t get any better than this, definitely a page turner, nail biting, can’t put the book down type....
I have to read the Term 5 ... I can’t wait, I hope I’m not up all night again. 😂 lol 😂
I definitely recommend this book...
❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
OMG... I can’t put this book down, I love ❤️ love ❤️ love ❤️ this series... I had a funny suspicion of Vincent, I knew Blackwood was behind all this... And it doesn’t get any better than this, definitely a page turner, nail biting, can’t put the book down type....
I have to read the Term 5 ... I can’t wait, I hope I’m not up all night again. 😂 lol 😂
I definitely recommend this book...
June 27, 2023
Another average instalment. The fact Amelia isn’t really in this one is super weird and feels so poorly written - like the author couldn’t manage to juggle an extra character so had her go off somewhere. This barely works in a visual format so definitely not in written. I like maeves growing relationship with all 4 of her suitors - it’s rare to see a happy polyamory situation written well. I really don’t know why I’m still reading but I continue lol
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
October 21, 2025
Dies ist bereits der 4. Band der Nightworld Academy. Er beginnt beim Cliffhanger von Band 3 und endet wieder mit einem Cliffhanger.
Da die Geschichte ineinander aufbaut, sollte man sie der Reihe nach lesen.
Auch in diesem Teil werden einige Geheimnisse gelüftet, aber dafür kommen neue hinzu.
Wer die vorherigen Bände mochte, wird auch diesen Band mögen.
Wer die Bände nicht mochte, sollte lieber was anderes lesen.
Ich werde jetzt den nächsten Band lesen. ☺️
Da die Geschichte ineinander aufbaut, sollte man sie der Reihe nach lesen.
Auch in diesem Teil werden einige Geheimnisse gelüftet, aber dafür kommen neue hinzu.
Wer die vorherigen Bände mochte, wird auch diesen Band mögen.
Wer die Bände nicht mochte, sollte lieber was anderes lesen.
Ich werde jetzt den nächsten Band lesen. ☺️
October 9, 2020
Term?
Great Series just confused by the Author using Term # when really apart from the first book the term books 2-4 read as Term 2 so really the Author would of been better using the title Nightworld Academy Book # instead of the current title system as it doesn't make sense.
Great Series just confused by the Author using Term # when really apart from the first book the term books 2-4 read as Term 2 so really the Author would of been better using the title Nightworld Academy Book # instead of the current title system as it doesn't make sense.
December 21, 2023
Good book
Maeve is still trying to figure out When and how Jamie dies but on top if that Andrei is accused of murdering a student. Will they be able to prove his innocence and stop Jamie from dying?
Maeve is still trying to figure out When and how Jamie dies but on top if that Andrei is accused of murdering a student. Will they be able to prove his innocence and stop Jamie from dying?
January 9, 2025
Okay I’m officially sucked in! I’m desperate to start the next book and find out what happens next. It took me longer than I would usually hang in there with a series, but I need to know what happens with the cliffhanger at the end!!
January 30, 2025
Great series
This series has amazing world building that immediately draws you in. The ensemble cast of characters is equally enthralling. This is a long range plot, so the series needs to be read in order. Definitely binge worthy!
This series has amazing world building that immediately draws you in. The ensemble cast of characters is equally enthralling. This is a long range plot, so the series needs to be read in order. Definitely binge worthy!
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