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Academy of Necessary Magic #8
Abomination in the Bog
Senior year is almost over. Can Amanda and her friends skate through graduation? Before second semester can even start, Amanda is on a mission to take on a new monster. But what if the monster isn’t a monster? The young shifter knows that firsthand. Can Amanda convince the Coalition to listen to her and save the world’s magic? Or will she be blown off as just a kid who doesn’t know what she’s talking about? And then there’s a totally different monster – the kind who murdered her parents. Senior year just got complicated. Final exams, school dances, anger management sessions and graduation. Plus prevent the world from being destroyed by a magic eating monster. Amanda’s gonna need the help of all her friends, and that one special boy, to pull it off. Maybe there’s a job waiting for all of them after the Academy… if they all live. Will Amanda be able to keep her sanity while juggling everything to save the world? Click BUY NOW or READ FOR FREE to find out!
278 pages, Paperback
Published September 16, 2021
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Martha Carr
521 books758 followersOkay, I'm a late bloomer who's a big DC comics fan and spent my childhood summers on the Jersey shore but I was born under a wandering star and have lived in different parts of America ever since. That's enough about me. Need to feel inspired today? Looking for something to make you root for an ordinary hero? I'm all about that in everything I write.
I love a good tale that makes me wonder about things and I love a story even more that leaves me feeling inspired or like I'm capable of doing more than I realized. That's my goal with everything I've ever written. Some of the stories I tell involve twisting, turning thrillers and others have a lot of magic.
There's something to be said for getting lost in another world and coming out the other side feeling a little better about yourself or the possibilities in front of you. That's basically the best part of life in a nutshell, no matter what kind of story I'm setting out to tell.
Thank you for checking out my stories!
I love a good tale that makes me wonder about things and I love a story even more that leaves me feeling inspired or like I'm capable of doing more than I realized. That's my goal with everything I've ever written. Some of the stories I tell involve twisting, turning thrillers and others have a lot of magic.
There's something to be said for getting lost in another world and coming out the other side feeling a little better about yourself or the possibilities in front of you. That's basically the best part of life in a nutshell, no matter what kind of story I'm setting out to tell.
Thank you for checking out my stories!
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March 13, 2024
Things get very strange, on Amanda's final year at the Academy of Necessary Magic.
All of the Seniors have been given tasks in each of their subjects, where they have to plan, research, and complete each task, which then needs to be put together, in order to pass their Finals.
Trouble is, Amanda is called away for a task that ends up lasting almost two months - but it's a task that will take her half way around the world, to confront a monster determined to shut down Magic all over Earth.
As if this isn't enough, Amanda spots one of the dark Wizards who had attacked, and killed, her Parents and Sister so, now, not only has she had to take on the task to save the World, but she also needs to do something to catch the murderer, to save her own sanity!
This was a great read, as usual, and I thoroughly enjoyed following Amanda in her tasks, for both the Coalition of Shifters, and her teachers at the Academy.
I was really enjoying the ending - but then it stopped, dead!
I'm really hoping that the cliff hanger I was left with, means that there will be MORE stories about Amanda waiting for me, among the couple of thousand books that I've bought, & am still buying, from the LMBPN Independent Publishing Company.
If not, it will be a cruel and unusual punishment, to leave things as they are right now!
So, now that I've finished this series, I checked my Oriceran Reading List, and the next book for me to read, is book one of a new-for-me series: 'Magic City Chronicles'.
The first book is called: 'A Defender Arises', and I'll be starting that later on today, after I get some sleep because, as usual, I've read through most of the night, once again!
So, once I've slept, I'll read this first book, then I'll catch you on the flip side, to let you know what I think of it!
All of the Seniors have been given tasks in each of their subjects, where they have to plan, research, and complete each task, which then needs to be put together, in order to pass their Finals.
Trouble is, Amanda is called away for a task that ends up lasting almost two months - but it's a task that will take her half way around the world, to confront a monster determined to shut down Magic all over Earth.
As if this isn't enough, Amanda spots one of the dark Wizards who had attacked, and killed, her Parents and Sister so, now, not only has she had to take on the task to save the World, but she also needs to do something to catch the murderer, to save her own sanity!
This was a great read, as usual, and I thoroughly enjoyed following Amanda in her tasks, for both the Coalition of Shifters, and her teachers at the Academy.
I was really enjoying the ending - but then it stopped, dead!
I'm really hoping that the cliff hanger I was left with, means that there will be MORE stories about Amanda waiting for me, among the couple of thousand books that I've bought, & am still buying, from the LMBPN Independent Publishing Company.
If not, it will be a cruel and unusual punishment, to leave things as they are right now!
So, now that I've finished this series, I checked my Oriceran Reading List, and the next book for me to read, is book one of a new-for-me series: 'Magic City Chronicles'.
The first book is called: 'A Defender Arises', and I'll be starting that later on today, after I get some sleep because, as usual, I've read through most of the night, once again!
So, once I've slept, I'll read this first book, then I'll catch you on the flip side, to let you know what I think of it!
January 24, 2022
Tide Turner in Effect.
Not sure if there’s another book after this but hope so. Cliff hangers are for tv. Wasn’t too happy about the relationship of Amanda and Matt just because I felt a little bad for Jackson. But what do I know, teenage resilience can be amazing. Did not quite understand the behavior of the coalition pertaining to Amanda and rather strange occurrences which is a failure for them because now she can find the culprit without him. The ending was a bit sad because I was so getting excited when I thought they were all going to be a team. Another disappointment.
Not sure if there’s another book after this but hope so. Cliff hangers are for tv. Wasn’t too happy about the relationship of Amanda and Matt just because I felt a little bad for Jackson. But what do I know, teenage resilience can be amazing. Did not quite understand the behavior of the coalition pertaining to Amanda and rather strange occurrences which is a failure for them because now she can find the culprit without him. The ending was a bit sad because I was so getting excited when I thought they were all going to be a team. Another disappointment.
September 4, 2021
An ending & a beginning.
The variety of magical creatures is astounding & more are coming forward... Can little wolf shifter Amanda, find the divergent species? It's her job @ the Canissphere as team leader to find & bring in these new species. This one was tough, & someone unexpectedly changes Amanda's focus, but only a bit.
Amanda's last semester of Bounty Hunter school & she's free to find her family's killers. What she discovers about her friends & family floors her.
Join in on the last school year journey Amanda will take. You won't be disappointed...
The variety of magical creatures is astounding & more are coming forward... Can little wolf shifter Amanda, find the divergent species? It's her job @ the Canissphere as team leader to find & bring in these new species. This one was tough, & someone unexpectedly changes Amanda's focus, but only a bit.
Amanda's last semester of Bounty Hunter school & she's free to find her family's killers. What she discovers about her friends & family floors her.
Join in on the last school year journey Amanda will take. You won't be disappointed...
September 7, 2021
Bittersweet ending
I am not going to lie, this book is so good, but I am sad because it is the end of this series. Amanda and her friends are in their senior year and working on their final projects. Amanda is also working her second job trying to track down an off the scales magical and sees an enemy she has been looking for for quite awhile. This book finished off the series very well and even though I am sad it ended I am looking forward to the next series by these authors, their books are always excellent.
I am not going to lie, this book is so good, but I am sad because it is the end of this series. Amanda and her friends are in their senior year and working on their final projects. Amanda is also working her second job trying to track down an off the scales magical and sees an enemy she has been looking for for quite awhile. This book finished off the series very well and even though I am sad it ended I am looking forward to the next series by these authors, their books are always excellent.
September 23, 2021
This CANNOT be the end…
Ok, so this particular episode gets 5 stars simply because it’s great, fast-paced fun coupled with excellent writing. HOWEVER, the ending leaves SO much to be desired, literally. By this I mean not a single reader with even a modicum of intelligence could finish this tale and not want to know what happens next.
So, while this is an EXCELLENT end to Amanda’s high school career, it most definitely better not be the end of her story, ot the authors may very well find angry mobs with pitchforks and torches in their future. Just sayin’….
ENJOY!
Ok, so this particular episode gets 5 stars simply because it’s great, fast-paced fun coupled with excellent writing. HOWEVER, the ending leaves SO much to be desired, literally. By this I mean not a single reader with even a modicum of intelligence could finish this tale and not want to know what happens next.
So, while this is an EXCELLENT end to Amanda’s high school career, it most definitely better not be the end of her story, ot the authors may very well find angry mobs with pitchforks and torches in their future. Just sayin’….
ENJOY!
September 1, 2021
Fantastic series.
I am always sad when one of my beloved series comes to an end. But if it had to end this is the way to do it! Good endings for the characters, the storyline, and the future for the "kids". Here's to hoping we see them all again in the future. I just love Martha's writing.
I am always sad when one of my beloved series comes to an end. But if it had to end this is the way to do it! Good endings for the characters, the storyline, and the future for the "kids". Here's to hoping we see them all again in the future. I just love Martha's writing.
September 5, 2021
What this series was not, was a recreation of the School of Necessary Magic. The characters were full of grit and great humor. It got better with each book. And while Amanda and friends graduated and she saved magic, at least for now, the story is far from complete. I can not wait for the next series. Oh, and best of all one of the teachers has a surprising past.
September 14, 2021
hope it’s only a beginning
Dwarf the bounty hunter is the true beginning of this series. Who wouldn’t love Rex and Luther? That one ended this summer with this one. These are books on the lighter side but I can’t believe how much I’m going to miss these characters. There is definitely room to continue stories with Amanda and friends. I hope they do.
Dwarf the bounty hunter is the true beginning of this series. Who wouldn’t love Rex and Luther? That one ended this summer with this one. These are books on the lighter side but I can’t believe how much I’m going to miss these characters. There is definitely room to continue stories with Amanda and friends. I hope they do.
September 24, 2021
Coming of age as a bounty hunter - Yay!
Martha and Michael have created another winner in this series! The story has everything you will need to stay enthralled for hours. Young love, evil monsters, mean girls at school, unsympathetic teachers, good friends, and non-stop action. I can't wait to read the next one.
Martha and Michael have created another winner in this series! The story has everything you will need to stay enthralled for hours. Young love, evil monsters, mean girls at school, unsympathetic teachers, good friends, and non-stop action. I can't wait to read the next one.
October 3, 2021
Hmmm
See, this storyline was all up in the air. Nothing specific happens, yes the world might end but oh been talked out of it. I mean come online. And omg betrayed by the commission but ooo they found my bad guy so let's go work for them. Not as good as the rest. All over the place.
See, this storyline was all up in the air. Nothing specific happens, yes the world might end but oh been talked out of it. I mean come online. And omg betrayed by the commission but ooo they found my bad guy so let's go work for them. Not as good as the rest. All over the place.
January 9, 2022
really good series so far
The only problem is that book nine is not out yet. 😃. Otherwise this series is a super addictive read and once you start you want to keep going. The characters were getting mo and more detailed, the story was getting better and better and then I ran into the end of this book. Need the next one please. 😃😃. I definitely recommend this series.
The only problem is that book nine is not out yet. 😃. Otherwise this series is a super addictive read and once you start you want to keep going. The characters were getting mo and more detailed, the story was getting better and better and then I ran into the end of this book. Need the next one please. 😃😃. I definitely recommend this series.
August 30, 2021
It just gets better and better
Wow. I don't normally review books after the first in a series. As I figure you made this far you all ready know how good it and boy is it good. If you haven't already your really missing out.
Wow. I don't normally review books after the first in a series. As I figure you made this far you all ready know how good it and boy is it good. If you haven't already your really missing out.
August 30, 2021
OMG too soon!!!
It's not over!!!! There will be MORE!!!
So freaking awesome!!! As always of course. Martha never fails to COMPLETELY impress!!
Howard S (the S stands for Super Fan)
It's not over!!!! There will be MORE!!!
So freaking awesome!!! As always of course. Martha never fails to COMPLETELY impress!!
Howard S (the S stands for Super Fan)
August 30, 2021
Schools out!
Really disappointed this is the end of the series. I’ve loved Amanda and her gangs trial and tribulations as they learned the bounty hunting business. Really sad there will not be a’ next one’
Really disappointed this is the end of the series. I’ve loved Amanda and her gangs trial and tribulations as they learned the bounty hunting business. Really sad there will not be a’ next one’
September 2, 2021
Extraordinarily magical!
I highly recommend this fascinating book, and the imaginative series associated with it, to readers who love fast paced action, engaging characters, and intriguing plots. Enjoy!
I highly recommend this fascinating book, and the imaginative series associated with it, to readers who love fast paced action, engaging characters, and intriguing plots. Enjoy!
September 3, 2021
Exciting story
Great story, very heart warming. Amanda having to deal with a creature intent on destroying all magic on earth. Amanda negotiated with the creature for a temporary stoppage. Matt and Amanda get together officially.
Great story, very heart warming. Amanda having to deal with a creature intent on destroying all magic on earth. Amanda negotiated with the creature for a temporary stoppage. Matt and Amanda get together officially.
September 17, 2021
Excellent Book
I loved the entire series, from beginning to end! However, you can't end it like that! There are too many things left unanswered. Like why was her family killed? Does she manage to change how people are using magic?
I loved the entire series, from beginning to end! However, you can't end it like that! There are too many things left unanswered. Like why was her family killed? Does she manage to change how people are using magic?
September 23, 2021
Really Awesome eighth book!
The eighth book in the Academy of Necessary Magic. Is one of the best Shifter books I have read. I'm really impatient to have the nineth book come out. So I can read it!
The eighth book in the Academy of Necessary Magic. Is one of the best Shifter books I have read. I'm really impatient to have the nineth book come out. So I can read it!
January 5, 2022
Excellent series so far
Love that each book can stand alone but all tie into the ultimate goal. I love that it is not a bodice ripper. And this is kids acting like kids should. Sarcastic sneaky and loveable
Love that each book can stand alone but all tie into the ultimate goal. I love that it is not a bodice ripper. And this is kids acting like kids should. Sarcastic sneaky and loveable
July 12, 2023
Fantastic
Brilliantly written series, thoroughly enjoyable if you don't mind reading about teenagers. Interesting characters, well developed funny at times, but has an interesting story as well. Each individual book was great
Brilliantly written series, thoroughly enjoyable if you don't mind reading about teenagers. Interesting characters, well developed funny at times, but has an interesting story as well. Each individual book was great
August 11, 2024
Absolutely fabulous!
The final book in the Academy of Necessary Magic series saw Amanda sometime struggling with anger issues, and terrible nightmares.
After a tumultuous four years, Amanda and her friends finally graduate, and then embark on a mission to find her family's killers.
The final book in the Academy of Necessary Magic series saw Amanda sometime struggling with anger issues, and terrible nightmares.
After a tumultuous four years, Amanda and her friends finally graduate, and then embark on a mission to find her family's killers.
September 3, 2021
Amazing graduation!
This book in the series gave us an amazing ending to Amanda’s school career! What a graduation gift she got from Fiona!! Can’t wait for more!!
This book in the series gave us an amazing ending to Amanda’s school career! What a graduation gift she got from Fiona!! Can’t wait for more!!
September 5, 2021
More please!
I love Amanda's stories. I think we need more of them. She's off to the adult world doing what she loves. These could be great stories. More please!
I love Amanda's stories. I think we need more of them. She's off to the adult world doing what she loves. These could be great stories. More please!
September 17, 2021
Wonderful story
I have enjoyed this wonderful story of Amanda learning how to be a bounty hunter to find the people that cause her family death.
I have enjoyed this wonderful story of Amanda learning how to be a bounty hunter to find the people that cause her family death.
September 26, 2021
Omg
Omg these books are so great.You won't want to put them down.I love all of the different people in this series.
Omg these books are so great.You won't want to put them down.I love all of the different people in this series.
October 11, 2021
Love it
Once again Martha and Michael have created a story that kept me hooked through the entire series. Well worth your time. Read and enjoy.
Once again Martha and Michael have created a story that kept me hooked through the entire series. Well worth your time. Read and enjoy.
October 28, 2021
Softer in the swamp series
I think this entire series is one of the best I have ever read. I really would like to see more. What happens with the rest of the friends?
I think this entire series is one of the best I have ever read. I really would like to see more. What happens with the rest of the friends?
November 11, 2021
Interesting
Definitely a fun read. Quite a few unusual twists and turns throughout the book. We're getting down to the nitty-gritty and it should be a interesting ride.
Definitely a fun read. Quite a few unusual twists and turns throughout the book. We're getting down to the nitty-gritty and it should be a interesting ride.
November 21, 2021
the book ends just where it gets the most interesting.... its a little young adult for my tastes but still a good read
March 5, 2022
Great
Loved the series. The characters are believable and likable. I will enjoy more of these characters.
I feel like the story isn't over yet.
Loved the series. The characters are believable and likable. I will enjoy more of these characters.
I feel like the story isn't over yet.
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