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Harper Shadow Academy #4
Ancient Magic
A devastated witch, a missing mate, and a sacrifice that could risk it all.
Willow Oliver can’t seem to catch a break. She finally frees her bloodline of their endless curse, but in doing so, she loses a piece of her soul.
After she’s given up all hope, a shred of optimism floats into her life. Willow forces her internal demons to the side and follows every possible lead that comes across her path.
With so many things going on around her, Willow has to balance infinite impossible hurdles. How will she prioritize her needs and those of the people she loves?
Worst of all, Willow struggles to figure out who to trust, especially when she’s unsure of even herself.
A race against the clock is something she never anticipated, but now that time is her enemy, she must decide if she will take the blind leap into the unknown.
Willow Oliver can’t seem to catch a break. She finally frees her bloodline of their endless curse, but in doing so, she loses a piece of her soul.
After she’s given up all hope, a shred of optimism floats into her life. Willow forces her internal demons to the side and follows every possible lead that comes across her path.
With so many things going on around her, Willow has to balance infinite impossible hurdles. How will she prioritize her needs and those of the people she loves?
Worst of all, Willow struggles to figure out who to trust, especially when she’s unsure of even herself.
A race against the clock is something she never anticipated, but now that time is her enemy, she must decide if she will take the blind leap into the unknown.
257 pages, Kindle Edition
Published December 1, 2020
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December 1, 2020
This is another incredible book by Luna Pierce!!!
Luna writes in a way that you feel every emotion that Willow is going through. My heart was breaking for the first half of the book as Willow tried to deal with losing Silas. What I adored about this book is that Deghan, Cameron and Sydney did everything they could to support and help her through this tragedy. Especially since Sydney isn’t Silas’ biggest fan. I think that this shows the strength of their relationship. I also loved how Willow chose to believe that she is strong enough to get through this given all of the obstacles that she has already overcome.
There are revelations in this book that have major implications for the entirety of the witching world which are fantastic.
This book ends on another cliffhanger and I am desperately awaiting the next book to find out what happens next.
Luna writes in a way that you feel every emotion that Willow is going through. My heart was breaking for the first half of the book as Willow tried to deal with losing Silas. What I adored about this book is that Deghan, Cameron and Sydney did everything they could to support and help her through this tragedy. Especially since Sydney isn’t Silas’ biggest fan. I think that this shows the strength of their relationship. I also loved how Willow chose to believe that she is strong enough to get through this given all of the obstacles that she has already overcome.
There are revelations in this book that have major implications for the entirety of the witching world which are fantastic.
This book ends on another cliffhanger and I am desperately awaiting the next book to find out what happens next.
November 26, 2020
UTTERLY FANTASTIC!
Luna Pierce has once again completely obliterated all expectations and everything I thought might occur in this book! I am blown away with the incredible story that Luna so intricately weaved. From the original plot line, to the outstanding characters that you can’t help but love, to all of the phenomenal little details that complete this wonderful story!
Luna paints Willows pain so delicately that I feel the pain and sorrow coming off the pages, along with the hope and determination to fight for her lost love. The connection that Willow has with each of her men is so romantic. Their loyalty to one another, their camaraderie, and their love. There isn’t anything they wouldn’t do for one another.
There was so much that happened throughout this story that I held on and went for one heck of a ride, one that I’d happily ride time and time again.
Luna Pierce has created another incredible story that I have lost myself within and never wanted to leave. Truly phenomenal!
Luna Pierce has once again completely obliterated all expectations and everything I thought might occur in this book! I am blown away with the incredible story that Luna so intricately weaved. From the original plot line, to the outstanding characters that you can’t help but love, to all of the phenomenal little details that complete this wonderful story!
Luna paints Willows pain so delicately that I feel the pain and sorrow coming off the pages, along with the hope and determination to fight for her lost love. The connection that Willow has with each of her men is so romantic. Their loyalty to one another, their camaraderie, and their love. There isn’t anything they wouldn’t do for one another.
There was so much that happened throughout this story that I held on and went for one heck of a ride, one that I’d happily ride time and time again.
Luna Pierce has created another incredible story that I have lost myself within and never wanted to leave. Truly phenomenal!
December 1, 2020
After the devastating ending in the last book. I cringed at starting again because seriously a life with out Silas sounds horrible. Willow is literally broken from his vanishing into the unknow and struggles to cope. Her delicious harem of boys like always are doing everything to keep her grounded and not sinking in disparity. This book is emotionally gut wrenching. A lot of the light hearted ribbing is lacking Instead replaced by grief, anger and a lot of emotional angst. Hope your heart is ready for the beat down. Despite being heartbreakingly sad there are still some steamy moments to break up the emotional battering your hearts going to take. With the darker themes don’t think this book is any less of a page turner because that is not true. Problems don’t stop and Lillian needs help, meeting dad is on the to do list and school waits for no student. And the book ends on another gut clinching cliffhanger so expect that nauseous soul wrenching feeling in the pit of your stomach when your done! So good!
December 4, 2020
Willow, Willow, Willow...... Oh boy this girl.
I feel for this character and her struggles, not to mention sending one of her boyfriends to locations unknown. But boy is she just not a good girlfriend to Sydney; she keeps doing things then saying sorry. Its borderline emotional abuse. Sure, he has messed up in the past but how long are you going to hold that against him and if you are never going to fully forgive then LET HIM GO. As for being there Deg and Cam, she is there as much as they need her because they have each other, so it works for them.
Willow is getting better at being a better friend, so that's a plus. Now she just needs to work on her other people skills. Oh and getting Silas back, actually not only getting him back but making sure they are all in the same realm.
Good luck Willow, I look forward to reading about your strengths, love and accomplishments.
I feel for this character and her struggles, not to mention sending one of her boyfriends to locations unknown. But boy is she just not a good girlfriend to Sydney; she keeps doing things then saying sorry. Its borderline emotional abuse. Sure, he has messed up in the past but how long are you going to hold that against him and if you are never going to fully forgive then LET HIM GO. As for being there Deg and Cam, she is there as much as they need her because they have each other, so it works for them.
Willow is getting better at being a better friend, so that's a plus. Now she just needs to work on her other people skills. Oh and getting Silas back, actually not only getting him back but making sure they are all in the same realm.
Good luck Willow, I look forward to reading about your strengths, love and accomplishments.
December 1, 2020
What a heart stopping beginning! You know where the story is at, but the way this author writes you are sitting right there with the MC! This is such a beautifully written book, you are walking right beside the MC on this journey of grief and determination. What I liked was that it was a quick fix to the problem, it was a real journey. And if I thought the beginning stopped my heart...that ending...wow I need me book five! Thank you
October 23, 2022
Let me tell you what. This picks right up where Wicked Magic left off. You are left wanting to know what's going to happen at the end of each chapter. It is one you won't want to put down. You get to see more of the characters as you get further into this book. And now I am going impatiently await the final installment of this series.
December 18, 2020
WOW!!! This book was EVERYTHING and more! I am completely OBSESSED with this entire series! It’s so amazing!! The end of Ancient Magic was amazing and so crazily shocking! That cliffhanger left me with sooo many questions, but I’m definitely so excited for the next book!!!!
February 2, 2021
The fourth book in absolutely amazing and addicting series. I have been looking forwars ti this one and it did not disappoint at all. Love Willow and her guys so dang much. Truly can not wait for the next book because I definitely need more.
December 8, 2020
I just got back into reading after a few years and I could not put this series down. I am honestly devastated that I have to wait for the next one it is sooo good.
March 9, 2021
Heartache
This one was a rough, emotional ride. OMG! I'm so glad the final book is out now and I can jump straight into reading it.
This one was a rough, emotional ride. OMG! I'm so glad the final book is out now and I can jump straight into reading it.
December 10, 2020
Ancient Magic
No. No. No. I honestly have no words to accurately describe how I feel. If you read Book 3 then you have a slight understanding of how I feel but this one is so much worse.
Ok Luna Pierce- you win this round. Bring on Book 5 (please let it be a HEA though...my heart can't take another beating like this one).
10/5 stars Highly recommend this entire series. Truly get sucked into the characters & experiences. Wouldn't change it for anything.
No. No. No. I honestly have no words to accurately describe how I feel. If you read Book 3 then you have a slight understanding of how I feel but this one is so much worse.
Ok Luna Pierce- you win this round. Bring on Book 5 (please let it be a HEA though...my heart can't take another beating like this one).
10/5 stars Highly recommend this entire series. Truly get sucked into the characters & experiences. Wouldn't change it for anything.
April 4, 2023
Loved
I am loving this series so much. I normally like my romance to be darker but I’m really enjoying this series.
I am loving this series so much. I normally like my romance to be darker but I’m really enjoying this series.
December 6, 2024
better
Okay, this was fantastic. The beginning of the book I was literally just trying my hardest not to cry with how Willow was feeling after the events of the last book. Truly heartbreaking. Omg the stuff with Lillian?! So exciting and I kind of always thought there was something special about her. It’s awesome how powerful Willow is and how dedicated all of her men are to getting the missing member of their group back. The ending has me shook and I’m ready to devour the final book! Also I loved the mentions of Harry Potter and Hermione Granger and it’s pretty clear from reading that the author has either read the City of Bones series and/or watched Shadowhunters and I love that. Plus hell dimensions and a FMC named Willow and I think she might be a bit of a Buffy the Vampire Slayer fan too which is the greatest thing ever
Okay, this was fantastic. The beginning of the book I was literally just trying my hardest not to cry with how Willow was feeling after the events of the last book. Truly heartbreaking. Omg the stuff with Lillian?! So exciting and I kind of always thought there was something special about her. It’s awesome how powerful Willow is and how dedicated all of her men are to getting the missing member of their group back. The ending has me shook and I’m ready to devour the final book! Also I loved the mentions of Harry Potter and Hermione Granger and it’s pretty clear from reading that the author has either read the City of Bones series and/or watched Shadowhunters and I love that. Plus hell dimensions and a FMC named Willow and I think she might be a bit of a Buffy the Vampire Slayer fan too which is the greatest thing ever
January 19, 2025
Boring
This book was full of nothing much more than Willow mourning Silas. Chapter after chapter of self pity. When the guys finally get her to get out of bed, we get a little bit of Willow training and catching up with school. But overall, this book dragged. To top the boring off, Willow decided to become stupid and self sacrifice. You know, how so many of these female lead characters do? Here, let me do something that I know little to nothing about because nothing will happen to me... And if something does happen to me it doesn't matter. Insert my eye roll here.
I'll read the next book, but this book sucked!
This book was full of nothing much more than Willow mourning Silas. Chapter after chapter of self pity. When the guys finally get her to get out of bed, we get a little bit of Willow training and catching up with school. But overall, this book dragged. To top the boring off, Willow decided to become stupid and self sacrifice. You know, how so many of these female lead characters do? Here, let me do something that I know little to nothing about because nothing will happen to me... And if something does happen to me it doesn't matter. Insert my eye roll here.
I'll read the next book, but this book sucked!
May 7, 2022
The fourth book in this series, and poor Willow just keeps on receiving blows to the heart… How many more can one person take before everything crumbles down?
This book is once again high on emotions and heartbreak. I understand why Willow struggles with her own self worth and putting trust in others, but damn; it’s hard to see her trying to do everything herself and hurting herself and others while doing it. She’s one of the most deserving characters for a HEA, so I’m really crossing my fingers for the final book.
This book is once again high on emotions and heartbreak. I understand why Willow struggles with her own self worth and putting trust in others, but damn; it’s hard to see her trying to do everything herself and hurting herself and others while doing it. She’s one of the most deserving characters for a HEA, so I’m really crossing my fingers for the final book.
February 7, 2025
This book is my least favorite so far from the series, but I hate giving it 3 stars. So why did I? I rate on how much I enjoy a book and how likely I am to read it again. I believe this book is necessary to the series because we get so many details that I’m pretty sure will be part of key events of the last book. Without giving it away, I knew what happens in the last chapter was going to happen. I hated waiting so long for it to happen. But it had to happen to connect book 3 to book 5. I’m ready for Willow and her men to have their HEA.
January 14, 2024
This was good! It was a lot of build up for the final book and the ending makes it clear there will be a showdown. I wish we had more development of Willow’s powers - it’s always just “and then I realized I can now do this thing I couldn’t do before without any real effort on my part at all.”
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June 14, 2024
Overall enjoyed it
So far this series has been good. I love the guys and Willow's friends. Willow herself did start to annoy me with the constant back-and-forth. Hopefully the next book will be even better.
So far this series has been good. I love the guys and Willow's friends. Willow herself did start to annoy me with the constant back-and-forth. Hopefully the next book will be even better.
June 18, 2024
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February 6, 2022
What!!! That ending tho!! Ugh this story is so good!!
February 7, 2022
What
I do not understand this. The entire last book she was looking for her mom and almost killed S. But now her mom is back but she doesn’t see her until 90% of this book?
I do not understand this. The entire last book she was looking for her mom and almost killed S. But now her mom is back but she doesn’t see her until 90% of this book?
April 29, 2023
4,75 ⭐️
February 11, 2024
wow
That ending sucked She keeps sacrificing everything for everyone and gets crapped on in the end. I wonder what’s gonna happen next?
That ending sucked She keeps sacrificing everything for everyone and gets crapped on in the end. I wonder what’s gonna happen next?
July 14, 2024
Struggled with this one to get through it very repetive and a little frustrating
December 23, 2024
DNF AFTER BOOK 1
May 18, 2025
The amount of repetition of past events، her very overdramatic woe ve me attitude, and again how quick she is to suspect the ones she should truly trust now is extreamly annoying. Also the awakened witchy abilities of a past side character just seems like an excuse to rehash past event outside of her internal thoughts and monologs.
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