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Oberon Reformatory #1
First Infraction
Keep your head down. Don’t make any enemies. And whatever you do, never let them see your wings.
I’ve lived my whole life in a gilded cage, protected by my family but never able to show my true face to the world. So I did what any rebellious, hot-blooded teenage faery would do—I tricked them all and took off to live my own adventure.
Too bad it ended in murder.
Now I’m locked up inside the walls of Oberon Faery Reformatory, where no one knows my true identity. Well, almost no one.
A note written by an anonymous author, calling me out for who I really am, wrecks my plans for escaping this awful place. Because if it gets out that Princess Aurora Finley Oberon was locked up for murder and has been Glamouring her true appearance her whole life, it could ruin the cohesive world my parents have worked so hard to build.
So, until I figure out who wrote this note and neutralize the threat, I have to stay here. I have to keep my true self hidden, which means no one can see my power or my wings—both of which would be a dead giveaway that I’m not the normal faery I appear to be.
I also have to keep my mind off a certain smoking-hot inmate with a huge chip on his shoulder who seems determined to knock me off my proverbial throne. Asher calls me Princess, like it’s the ultimate insult. If he only knew…
There’s something off about this place and the archaic faery who created it. I just have to figure out what it is, who wrote that note, and find a way to escape, all while resisting the magnetic pull of Asher York.
Easy, right?
I’ve lived my whole life in a gilded cage, protected by my family but never able to show my true face to the world. So I did what any rebellious, hot-blooded teenage faery would do—I tricked them all and took off to live my own adventure.
Too bad it ended in murder.
Now I’m locked up inside the walls of Oberon Faery Reformatory, where no one knows my true identity. Well, almost no one.
A note written by an anonymous author, calling me out for who I really am, wrecks my plans for escaping this awful place. Because if it gets out that Princess Aurora Finley Oberon was locked up for murder and has been Glamouring her true appearance her whole life, it could ruin the cohesive world my parents have worked so hard to build.
So, until I figure out who wrote this note and neutralize the threat, I have to stay here. I have to keep my true self hidden, which means no one can see my power or my wings—both of which would be a dead giveaway that I’m not the normal faery I appear to be.
I also have to keep my mind off a certain smoking-hot inmate with a huge chip on his shoulder who seems determined to knock me off my proverbial throne. Asher calls me Princess, like it’s the ultimate insult. If he only knew…
There’s something off about this place and the archaic faery who created it. I just have to figure out what it is, who wrote that note, and find a way to escape, all while resisting the magnetic pull of Asher York.
Easy, right?
- GenresFantasyFaeYoung Adult
198 pages, Paperback
First published February 25, 2020
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About the author
Wendi L. Wilson
30 books335 followersWendi Wilson is a mother to two rambunctious boys, a fat black cat, two ferrets, and a pup named Izzy. She spends her time watching her boys play baseball and football, volunteering at school, reading and writing.
She enjoys reading YA paranormal romance, NA romance, and dystopian novels. Her first book, Shadowed Strength, is the culmination of 20+ years of work, a dream finally realized.
She enjoys reading YA paranormal romance, NA romance, and dystopian novels. Her first book, Shadowed Strength, is the culmination of 20+ years of work, a dream finally realized.
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January 24, 2020
After reading Oberon Academy, I just had to grab the spin off series. It was everything I loved about the first series and more. Rory is a fun and spunky main character and paired with her quirky friends and swoon worthy Asher provide for a really fun ensemble of characters. The story moves quickly and will have you flipping the pages to find out what exactly is going on at this prisonesque reform school. Don’t miss out on this one!
January 24, 2020
All I can say is WOW!! Wendi has done her usual superb job of crafting a story to draw you in like a spider to a fly! From the first words to the last she casts a magical net that holds the reader glued to the pages as the story unfolds. I probably should have stayed up all night instead of stopping for the night half-way through but it didn’t take too long to get right back to the story! In fact if you have a free afternoon and evening you can read it in one setting.
To enjoy the flavor of the book you really should read the Oberon Academy series. This book introduces Finley to her mother’s old nemesis, Tiana Avery! I’m sure there will be some fireworks in a future book when Tiana figures out who Finley’s mother really is!
Finley is out on the town trying to be just a teenager and not the future queen of the Zephyrs when something goes horribly wrong. However, that mistake puts Finley in a place where she meets first a girl who will be her first and best friend and four others eventually. Together they are determined to find out what is really behind young people being sent to this reformatory!
Wendi’s writing is mesmerizing as I fell under her spell all over again as it was in the Oberon series. The pages just flew by!
I most wholeheartedly recommend this book and this new series to young adult and adult readers alike. You are sure to fall in love with the characters as much as I have and you will be as anxious as I am to wait for the next book to come out to see what happens next! Believe me when I say you won’t believe how fast the pages fly by and you’ll be done before you know it!
Bravo Wendi for keeping the same magical spell in this book that you had in the previous series! Your books are a joy and a delight to read!!
To enjoy the flavor of the book you really should read the Oberon Academy series. This book introduces Finley to her mother’s old nemesis, Tiana Avery! I’m sure there will be some fireworks in a future book when Tiana figures out who Finley’s mother really is!
Finley is out on the town trying to be just a teenager and not the future queen of the Zephyrs when something goes horribly wrong. However, that mistake puts Finley in a place where she meets first a girl who will be her first and best friend and four others eventually. Together they are determined to find out what is really behind young people being sent to this reformatory!
Wendi’s writing is mesmerizing as I fell under her spell all over again as it was in the Oberon series. The pages just flew by!
I most wholeheartedly recommend this book and this new series to young adult and adult readers alike. You are sure to fall in love with the characters as much as I have and you will be as anxious as I am to wait for the next book to come out to see what happens next! Believe me when I say you won’t believe how fast the pages fly by and you’ll be done before you know it!
Bravo Wendi for keeping the same magical spell in this book that you had in the previous series! Your books are a joy and a delight to read!!
January 30, 2020
After finishing Oberon Academy I couldn't wait to see what Wendy came up with next and, let me tell you, i was not disappointed! I literally could not put this book down! This page turning has me dying to know what will happen with Rory and her friends next! I don't want to say much because I don't want to give any spoilers but, if you've not read this book yet, you're missing out! Can't wait for book 2!
January 30, 2020
OMG I looooooooooooooved it!!! Didn't know I was going to like it this much!! Rory is awesome a her group of friends?? loyal and supportive!! It is great that this is in the same world but Rory is the indisputable main character and the hints about her powers have me completely intrigued... Give me book two fast please!!
August 15, 2020
Living a secret live eventually comes out. This time it did and definitely wasn’t easy. Intriguing. Loved it.
March 3, 2020
If you read Oberon Academy books you are going to love this new series. I absolutely loved it. Rory is such a strong person and an amazing character. And I really love her BFF Lark, she is everything you can want and need in friend. From her snarky comments, to teasing her about a boy.
The "Academy" that Rory has been sent to has some strange things going on behind the scenes that just don't add up, and Rory and her friends are determined to find out exactly what that is. I can't wait to see what happens and how they unraveled the mystery.
The "Academy" that Rory has been sent to has some strange things going on behind the scenes that just don't add up, and Rory and her friends are determined to find out exactly what that is. I can't wait to see what happens and how they unraveled the mystery.
February 11, 2020
OMG this was crazy good. Aurora Finley Oberon, aka Rory Finley, is the daughter to December and Easton, from the previous series, set years later after the last battle. Rory wants to travel and not go back to the academy but her parents are persistant. She ditches them and her security detail, to be a normal teenager but things go extremely wrong for her. She ends up being sent to Oberon Faery Reformatory and that is where things get even more wrong. Now she is there, she needs to figure out what the headmasters ultimate plan is before she and her friends get hurt or her parents find out. I loved this book and the characters. You meet new ones and still have a connection with the old ones as well .
March 11, 2020
I received an ARC copy of this book for an honest review.
I wasn't too sure about this book to begin with, as I really enjoyed the Oberon Academy book's, and this one is set in the future with the daughter, who gets herself in trouble and thrown in prison for it.
In there she meets some new friends, but has to try to keep the fact that she's the princess a secret.
I did enjoy this book, and am looking forward to the next instalment to see what happens with Echo, because I really want to know what he's up to 🤔🤔
You don't need to have read the Oberon Academy book's to read this book.
I would recommend this book as I love Wendi l Wilson and the way she writes, and can't wait for the next instalment 😍😍💞💞
I wasn't too sure about this book to begin with, as I really enjoyed the Oberon Academy book's, and this one is set in the future with the daughter, who gets herself in trouble and thrown in prison for it.
In there she meets some new friends, but has to try to keep the fact that she's the princess a secret.
I did enjoy this book, and am looking forward to the next instalment to see what happens with Echo, because I really want to know what he's up to 🤔🤔
You don't need to have read the Oberon Academy book's to read this book.
I would recommend this book as I love Wendi l Wilson and the way she writes, and can't wait for the next instalment 😍😍💞💞
October 7, 2020
First Infraction is the first in the Oberon Reformatory series by Wendi L. Wilson. This is a a spin-off series from her Oberon Academy series. I've never read the Oberon Academy series but I had no trouble following the story in First Infraction.
Something mysterious is happening at Oberon Reformatory. Fae who commit crimes are almost instantly found guilty and sent to Oberon Reformatory for their sentence but for some reason never actually get to leave at the end of their sentence. Rory Finley is sent there and has attracted the attention of the Headmaster, so when Rory gets the chance she decides to help figure out what his plans are.
I loved the story and thought it was a great start to this great series! I look forward to reading the next book.
Something mysterious is happening at Oberon Reformatory. Fae who commit crimes are almost instantly found guilty and sent to Oberon Reformatory for their sentence but for some reason never actually get to leave at the end of their sentence. Rory Finley is sent there and has attracted the attention of the Headmaster, so when Rory gets the chance she decides to help figure out what his plans are.
I loved the story and thought it was a great start to this great series! I look forward to reading the next book.
March 8, 2025
A Great Beginning
This book is a wonderful beginning to what is shaping up to be a fantastic fantasy tale. It's creatively unique and interesting, with great detail. The characters are a diverse collection of personalities, in a inventive new world. It's a page turner, that you won't want to put down. I can't wait to read more as the story continues. I'm officially a fan of Oberon Reformatory and Wendi Wilson.
This book and it's series are recommended reads for fans of Magical Fiction, Supernatural (Specifically Fae), YA Mystery, Undercover/Spy tales, Cozy Stories, YA Romance and Academy stories.
This book is a wonderful beginning to what is shaping up to be a fantastic fantasy tale. It's creatively unique and interesting, with great detail. The characters are a diverse collection of personalities, in a inventive new world. It's a page turner, that you won't want to put down. I can't wait to read more as the story continues. I'm officially a fan of Oberon Reformatory and Wendi Wilson.
This book and it's series are recommended reads for fans of Magical Fiction, Supernatural (Specifically Fae), YA Mystery, Undercover/Spy tales, Cozy Stories, YA Romance and Academy stories.
March 26, 2020
All the characters I love
Two decades have passed since December and Eaton became Queen and King of the Fae after defeating the evil Zephyr Queen. This is the story of their teenage daughter Aurora Finely Oberon and the trouble she gets into.
If you haven't read Oberon Academy yet I highly suggest you pick up the box set now available as there are character crossover references that you won't want to miss. This book ends pleadings us to continue in book 2 coming out in July so you have plenty of time to play catch up like I did.
Two decades have passed since December and Eaton became Queen and King of the Fae after defeating the evil Zephyr Queen. This is the story of their teenage daughter Aurora Finely Oberon and the trouble she gets into.
If you haven't read Oberon Academy yet I highly suggest you pick up the box set now available as there are character crossover references that you won't want to miss. This book ends pleadings us to continue in book 2 coming out in July so you have plenty of time to play catch up like I did.
February 2, 2024
con crew
Rory aka finley is sent to prison for killing a human in self defence. Lark is her best friend and Ash turns from foe to friend. Along with her three other friends they learn to survive oberon reformatory.
I love that Rory learns how to be more confident.
Lark is everything you need in a best friend.
Jax is my favourite behind the scenes character.
Cant wait to find out more about oberon reformatory
Rory aka finley is sent to prison for killing a human in self defence. Lark is her best friend and Ash turns from foe to friend. Along with her three other friends they learn to survive oberon reformatory.
I love that Rory learns how to be more confident.
Lark is everything you need in a best friend.
Jax is my favourite behind the scenes character.
Cant wait to find out more about oberon reformatory
September 22, 2020
Sleuthy fun, sketchy fairies, and undercover secrets
Great story about Princess Finley and her misfit crew trying to uncover the secrets of Oberon prison and all the crazy fairies it holds a little romance and some true friendships made along the way. Looking forward to uncovering the truth!
Great story about Princess Finley and her misfit crew trying to uncover the secrets of Oberon prison and all the crazy fairies it holds a little romance and some true friendships made along the way. Looking forward to uncovering the truth!
May 28, 2020
New spin on an old tale
Finley is smart and quick witted. She knows what she wants and figures out how to get it. I love the references to tales of the Fairie Puck and his family and friends. I can’t wait to read more.
Finley is smart and quick witted. She knows what she wants and figures out how to get it. I love the references to tales of the Fairie Puck and his family and friends. I can’t wait to read more.
February 18, 2024
Fun romp
Princess Aurora secretly plans an escape from her parent's Europe trip, but ends up vetting sent to reform school in her alter ego. There, she discovers that she is not affected by the magic blocking bracelet the put on everyone.
Princess Aurora secretly plans an escape from her parent's Europe trip, but ends up vetting sent to reform school in her alter ego. There, she discovers that she is not affected by the magic blocking bracelet the put on everyone.
March 25, 2025
Jailed
Stuck in jail for an accidental violent response to a handsy man, Finley must survive stealthily so her real identity stays a secret. Stinky soap and a bare cell are only a small part of her reform school incarceration. Can she survive a nasty warden and mean girls?
Stuck in jail for an accidental violent response to a handsy man, Finley must survive stealthily so her real identity stays a secret. Stinky soap and a bare cell are only a small part of her reform school incarceration. Can she survive a nasty warden and mean girls?
April 19, 2025
Entertaining if a bit slow at times
The plot is good but it doesn’t really capture my attention until it’s nearly over and at that point it feels like the book just started. It doesn’t motivate me to buy the next book. I’ll read it if it’s free on kindle. It’s good but not great.
The plot is good but it doesn’t really capture my attention until it’s nearly over and at that point it feels like the book just started. It doesn’t motivate me to buy the next book. I’ll read it if it’s free on kindle. It’s good but not great.
March 13, 2020
Great
This was a great book. I really enjoyed the characters and the story is interesting. I am excited to see how it all works out in the next book.
This was a great book. I really enjoyed the characters and the story is interesting. I am excited to see how it all works out in the next book.
March 18, 2020
Oooh good start
Love the characters and how they start the journey of this series. Cannot wait to get the next book! I want to be the princess
Love the characters and how they start the journey of this series. Cannot wait to get the next book! I want to be the princess
May 12, 2020
Enjoyed
Good series start. This is definitely not a standalone book, although the cliff hanger isn’t terrible. I love Lark’s character. Looking forward to reading the next book.
Good series start. This is definitely not a standalone book, although the cliff hanger isn’t terrible. I love Lark’s character. Looking forward to reading the next book.
September 2, 2020
Really Good Read
I knew I would enjoy reading about December and Easton's daughter Rory. Her story is just as fascinating as her mom's.
I knew I would enjoy reading about December and Easton's daughter Rory. Her story is just as fascinating as her mom's.
September 12, 2021
Awesome
Thoroughly entertaining, intriguing and enjoyable, this is the first book in what will without a doubt be an excellent series.
Thoroughly entertaining, intriguing and enjoyable, this is the first book in what will without a doubt be an excellent series.
February 5, 2022
Loved It!
Such a riveting tale. I couldn’t put it down. I got so engrossed in the story that I actually felt like I was apart of the story.
Such a riveting tale. I couldn’t put it down. I got so engrossed in the story that I actually felt like I was apart of the story.
January 24, 2023
So so soooooo good!
April 16, 2024
Good intro but very little happened. I won't bother continuing the series.
March 5, 2025
intriguing
This was an interesting start to the series I’m intrigued to know what will happen next. I enjoyed how the story has played out so far.
This was an interesting start to the series I’m intrigued to know what will happen next. I enjoyed how the story has played out so far.
July 24, 2025
good YA book
Have not read any of this author’s work before. Enjoyed this one. Wish I had read the first one before this though. Felt a little confused at times
Have not read any of this author’s work before. Enjoyed this one. Wish I had read the first one before this though. Felt a little confused at times
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