With Hearts of Flame (Deluxe Limited Edition): A Dark Academia Romantasy Novel of Vampires and Dragons Featuring Stenciled Edges and Illustrated Endpapers (Bloodwing Academy, 4)
Briar Boleyn
by Reece Barden
Hayley's on the run from a stalker who's determined to make her pay. When she saves the life of the Alpha of the local wolf pack, exposing her new location in the process, Cooper decides he has to make her his.
His to possess, his to love, his to protect.
He's waited a long time to find his mate. He's not going to let her go.
She risked her cover and her life to save him. He's willing to do anything to keep her alive.
This is book 1 in the hot and steamy paranormal werewolf romance series, the Shifters of Grey Ridge.
August 8, 2025
I see why these series are the first to pop up for Reece Barden's work! I was introduced to her work through The Devil's Claw series that I very much enjoyed. This series has the same relatable feel as TDC did. I'm very much enjoying the array of characters and their interactions. It doesn't feel \"too busy\" while introducing quite a few intriguing characters who subtly promise their stories ahead. The enticing feel of needing to peak around the corner seems to be a trait of Reece's writing...
August 25, 2023
At first I wasn’t sure, there were some grammatical errors I noticed pretty early on but it didn’t take long at all to forget about that and fall into the story. I actually really enjoyed this one. A bit of a slow burn but spice later in the book. The MFC was actually enjoyable, and we got to see some good future Luna qualities although she’s human. I really liked the MMC except for the end of the book where he was just too stubborn for his own good. Towards the end of the book, it statutes to...
March 10, 2026
Okay I don’t know why this book doesn’t have higher reviews it’s phenomenal! If you love fated mates don’t hesitate read this, don’t just add it to your TBR list. That’s what I did and I’m kicking myself. I couldn’t put this down! Hayley is a human fleeing trouble and saving the alpha and her mate may just expose her. It also shows her that there is so much more out there and she is truly meant for more. I absolutely loved Hayley is just what I needed in a MFC. Strong, determined, okay with her...
July 29, 2025
(SPOILERS AHEAD) I was looking for something different to read and even though I don't enjoy spicy novels (there is a loooot of it on this book) and I knew I will be skipping a lot, it was a very easy read and enjoyed it. I appreciate the author giving us the heads-up. I liked Hayle, she was no doormat, and she had a good background story and I loved that she gets to save her man. I would have loved for Cooper to have a bit more of a backstory and other motivations in life besides mark her and...
May 21, 2024
From the first page I was just sucked into the story. This book was so good, for about 2/3's. I am excited to read the other books and see where things go with other characters we have been introduced to (especially Hayley's sisters). What I liked: Fated mates, good story (for the most part), shifters, spicy, and interesting characters. What I didn't like: Lots of errors which is jarring and the final 1/3 of the book dragged on and on. This book needs more editing. I see the author is from...
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