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Fortune Academy #3.5

Burn in Hell: Episode 1

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If I don’t find an outlet for this rage, I’m going to lose my shit.
Lily is off-limits. Ever since we got back to Fortune Academy it’s been too dangerous to get anywhere near her. For her sake, I keep my distance.
The rage demon that’s corrupted our mate-circle has gotten under my skin… and he knows it.

26 pages, Kindle Edition

Published August 11, 2020

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J.R. Thorn

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USA Today Bestselling Author J.R. Thorn is a Reverse Harem Romance author. All her books are written in the same world except for co-write books, so be sure to check out the recommended reading order listed above or on the website! (She'll also admit to having an unhealthy obsession with magical tattoos and alpha males.)

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2,132 reviews
November 18, 2022
Just as the title implies, this truly is an episode and so it’s under an hour to read or less than half that to listen to it. While you could read it alone, and it’s smoking hot, you’ll appreciate it a lot more if you read it following Fortune Academy: Year Three.

To say it ends on a cliffhanger wouldn’t exactly do it justice. This whole episode is a cliffhanger, but it does add some fun to the world it takes place in and serves to give an addict of this world another hit. Totally worth it, IMO.

I opted to listen and wow—a stellar performance from a narrator with a very sexy voice. 5 stars for the performance.
And, while I usually only assign a max of 4 stars to short reads and episodes, I’m giving this one 5. It’s very well executed and sports some great writing.

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Profile Image for Monica.
2,079 reviews
October 14, 2020
Whewwww holy hotness! Okay to warn y'all it is a little M/M in this teenie story. They are episodes so they are very short. Not sure how many there are but its off of the Fortune Academy series. Lily's Virtues. Which I like because its her guys POVs and we get a look inside and trust me they got issues. This was between Dante and Hendrick. Hendrick has always beaten Dante in sparring and although he still loses its time he turned the tables. He hates he's got these feelings/urgings. He kinda hates Lily a little bit too. I loved it though.
Profile Image for Scarolet Ellis.
7,445 reviews52 followers
August 13, 2020
Burn in Hell: Episode 1 (Fortune Academy Underworld) by J.R. Thorn is a story that once you pick it up you will not want to put it down till you finish it. I can not wait to read the rest of this fantastic series that I am hooked on since this book. I highly recommend this story to everyone who loves reading about fantasy.

I read a complimentary Advanced Reader Copy of this book & am voluntarily leaving an honest and unbiased review.
Profile Image for Priscilla  Reinart .
326 reviews
October 13, 2020
Id have to say this book through me for a loop. At first I was very confused I did not know that it was a book that was in between two others so the begining was very rough for both chapters, but I feel if i were to read this again after having read the first 3 books it would make way more sense. Other than that the writting style I did enjoy and the details where great! I am now going to read more of this authors books! Then mens sexual encounter I was not expecting, but it wasn't bad either.
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Profile Image for Rachel Osborne.
1,094 reviews19 followers
August 13, 2020
This little extra story is a short but fantastic read. It really complements the Fortune academy series with Lily and her men. But this short story focuses on her men and it's hot hot hot! I loved the multiple povs and learning more about how the guys tick, which you don't see in the main series. Great read!
Profile Image for Leanne.
1,453 reviews33 followers
August 26, 2025
Violence and steam. What could be better?

What do you do when a rage demon is corrupting your bond circle? You take out the rage and violence on the person that can withstand it. Fighting and fucking go hand-in-hand and it’s glorious!

I love this little behind the scenes glimpse into the dynamic between Henrick and Dante and the little arrangement they have.
Profile Image for amber.
282 reviews1 follower
August 11, 2020
I swear I didn’t think this series could get any better. But...but....these two together. What a combination! The two that you don’t think will ever find a balance or even come close to getting along. I so hope we get more like this.
Profile Image for Jennifer.
451 reviews24 followers
August 17, 2020
This is a quick story with Lily's virtues pov. I enjoyed this as it was look into how they were feeling and what they were going through during Fortune Academy: Year Three. Definitely suggest reading it if you have already read year three just to get into their heads a bit.
Profile Image for Haylee James.
396 reviews4 followers
October 13, 2020
For a short story this is hot and to the point. This story is in the pov of two of Lily's virtues and it's got the heated scene that make you feel on fire but it also pulls you in and makes you crave more. Definitely recommend it.
Profile Image for Amanda Campbell.
373 reviews2 followers
October 13, 2020
Well the writing was good and intriguing enough to want to find the actual story. This book was literally a sex scene and a follow up from another character. I'm not sure what this would bring to make the story better.
Profile Image for Laura.
527 reviews4 followers
October 18, 2020
Wow, the things you learn when you read a prequel to one of your favorite series. I knew some the things that were happened in the book but some of the others blew me away (no pun intended) Looks like I need to re-read the whole series again after this this one.
Profile Image for Nikki Bao.
695 reviews7 followers
October 18, 2020
Dante and Hendrik are stuck together and both are having trouble handling their rage caused by a rage demon. Unable to reach his mate, Lily, he has to rely on the others within the mate-circle. Hendrik's benefiting from the arrangement, but Dante wants to turn the tables. Can he?
Profile Image for Lori Hammons.
2,884 reviews28 followers
October 21, 2020
Great way to share parts of the story from other points of view. I'll look forward to Dante figuring out Hendrick's weakness. In the meantime, they are able to relieve each other's rage. Cole also needs to be controlled, but how is a very good question.
Profile Image for TXBRITGAL.
1,435 reviews33 followers
August 12, 2020
A quick peak behind the minds of Lily's Virtues. A little great for those wishing to know her Virtues a little better. Definitely need to read Fortune Academy first.
Profile Image for Frankie McKenna.
81 reviews
August 13, 2020
I enjoyed reading this! It was very nice to take a sneak peak into what two of the guys were thinking!! I think it was a great idea to start this mini story! I thoroughly enjoyed it!!
Profile Image for Ashley Martinez (ilovebooksandstuffblog).
3,128 reviews92 followers
October 13, 2020
Fast-paced and steamy. A darkly delicious extra that adds to the series and gives a glimpse into the other characters and their thoughts/feelings. Plus the story has some sexy m/m action as well.
Profile Image for mia.
777 reviews
April 14, 2021
A great short and steamy read, from the mens point of view, just wish there was more. I received this book in exchange for my honest reiew.
1,884 reviews9 followers
November 15, 2021
Nice

A short episode that shows some secrets and rage that Cole inflicts on Fante and Hendrick and some secrets about the dean
Profile Image for V.J. Lee.
Author 19 books148 followers
April 13, 2022
Short and steamy

First of Dante is my favorite so I was so happy to read his POV and the fact that it was extra hot was well worth it
Profile Image for Emilie.
185 reviews1 follower
June 2, 2022
Great

It was very intriguing to read from some if the men's point of views! And im super excited about Cole and to find out more about how he fits into everything
Profile Image for Cheyenne Rousseau.
1,505 reviews7 followers
June 16, 2023
Wow

I like reading the scenes between the guys. It shows a side we don't see with lily and I actually
Like their POV
Profile Image for Stacy Stephenson.
600 reviews
December 12, 2024
Reads like a few pages edited out of book 3. I think it would have been more impactful in the actual book.
172 reviews
June 29, 2025
I really enjoyed this but it could have been just added to on of the main books.
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