Synopsis:
A cursed emerald, a relentless foe, and a destiny intertwined with danger…
After the dramatic rescue of her Aunt Mel from the demon hunter’s council, Taylor is thrust into a world of rigorous training and unexpected alliances. Her mentor, Julian Cromwell, is a handsome demon hunter who becomes both a guide and a friend in her quest to master her powers. As Taylor steps into her new life at Grimwood Magical Academy, she faces a whirlwind of challenges and secrets.
Nothing is what it seems. Their next-door-neighbor’s new boyfriend is hiding something. And Brody, their newly adopted dog, is acting strange. It’s almost as if he’s trying to warn Taylor of an approaching danger.
While Taylor does her best to fit in at the academy, Mel’s struggles are far from over. Stripped of her powers by a ruthless demon hunter, Mel seeks help from an old friend, Vanessa Ellis. A sinister curse is affecting Vanessa’s son. Vanessa wants to make a deal with Mel, forcing Mel to face her most challenging predicament so far.
Review:
Book one set the stage for what’s to come, and we’re thrown directly into the action with this one. Summer break is over, and Taylor starts her training at the academy. Joining late and being older than many of the others comes with its own unique challenges, and teenagers can be very cruel. As if learning about her powers, keeping up with a demanding schedule, and managing another drastic change in her life weren’t already enough to deal with.
Her best friend and next-door neighbour has to deal with her own challenges. Her mother dating a new guy, who feels off somehow, is only one of them. Mel is also confronted with betrayal and must find her way out of a bad situation.
This book continues what I enjoyed about the first one. It is fast-paced, not too complex, and very entertaining. Perfect for its younger audience, but it can also be enjoyed by someone a bit older (that would be me 🙂). I’m looking forward to the next one in the series.
🌙 Recension: Deadly Betrayal (The Shadow Bound Chronicles #2) by Nichole Heydenburg
📚 Genre: Young Adult, Fantasy
📅 Release Date: September 17, 2025
📗 available in various formats – included in Kindle Unlimited
📱 Read as: Kindle
💸 I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
🗣️ Language: English
📆 Pages: 301
⭐️ 4/5
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