Darkstone Academy Series by Bliss Devlin

In a world ruled by human mages, I'm an orphan without magic, living under the thumb of my heartless stepfather. When he sells me into indentured servitude at Darkstone Academy for the Magical Arts, I find myself far from home and surrounded by dangerous enemies.The human students here are the rejects from other academies. And then there are the supernaturals, diplomatic hostages who hate humans and aren't shy about showing it... moreIn a world ruled by human mages, I'm an orphan without magic, living under the thumb of my heartless stepfather. When he sells me into indentured servitude at Darkstone Academy for the Magical Arts, I find myself far from home and surrounded by dangerous enemies.The human students here are the rejects from other academies. And then there are the supernaturals, diplomatic hostages who hate humans and aren't shy about showing it.But then I meet three powerful supernatural guys who don't want to be here either. They will do anything to keep Darkstone Academy from breaking me.The gorgeous but cold merman Lord Tama is a monster who kills without a second thought to protect me.The dragon Prince Boreas, is fiery and ruggedly handsome. When he tells me he treasures me, it's time to worry. Dragons never let go of treasures from their hoards.And finally, the beautiful but enigmatic Fae Prince Gwydion is a fellow healer. His skilled kisses leave me wanting more. A lot more. But the Fae are dangerous... especially when you owe them a favor. Like me.Then, as students and supernaturals begin dying all around us, I'm plunged into a vortex of murder and political intrigue. Are my new protectors the solution to the problem... or the cause?Maybe I don't have any magic. But I have sharp wits, an unparalleled gift for herbs and potions, and a whole boatload of sheer stubborness. I'm determined to leave Darkstone Academy in one piece and free, no matter what it throws at me.A Kiss of Salt and Sea is the first volume in a steamy dark academy fantasy romance series. If you love page-turning action, a richly imagined fantasy world, and slow-burn romance with sizzling payoffs, then step through the gates of Darkstone Academy!Please This book contains explicit content and darker elements, including mature language, death, and domestic violence. It is not intended for anyone under 18 years of age. This is book one in a series. less

In a world filled with magic and political intrigue, my heart dares to defy the rules.I was once just a girl without magic in a world dominated by powerful human mages. My life took an unexpected turn when I was sold into indentured servitude at Darkstone Academy for the Magical Arts, a reform school filled with dangers and dark secrets, far from the only home I've ever known... moreIn a world filled with magic and political intrigue, my heart dares to defy the rules.I was once just a girl without magic in a world dominated by powerful human mages. My life took an unexpected turn when I was sold into indentured servitude at Darkstone Academy for the Magical Arts, a reform school filled with dangers and dark secrets, far from the only home I've ever known.At the academy, I found unlikely allies in four captivating Lord Tama, a merman whose protection is as fierce as the ocean; Prince Boreas, a dragon whose fire mirrors my own hidden strengths; Prince Gwydion, a Fae whose enigmatic presence stirs something deep within me; and Lord Ilhan, the compassionate son of a renegade duke. As diplomatic hostages, they're each carrying the weight of their realms on their shoulders.As newly awakened mage, I soon find myself in a perilous dance of power and desire. With strict laws forbidding human-supernatural relationships, our connection is not just illicit; it's a spark that could set our worlds ablaze.But there's more at stake than forbidden love. Students at Darkstone Academy are dying, and I'm caught in the heart of a deadly conspiracy. It's no longer just about survival; it's a race to unravel a web of lies that threatens to plunge our worlds into a brutal war.With every step, the path grows darker, and loyalties are tested. In this treacherous game of magic and power, my newfound love might be the most dangerous weapon of all.A Kiss of Flame & Fury is the second installment of a steamy dark academy fantasy romance series with non-stop action and lots of steamy passion. It's intended for adult readers.Content AdvisoryThis series contains explicit content and darker elements, including mature language, death, bullying, threats of assault and physical violence, references to past assaults, and mentions of child abuse, abuse of power, and domestic violence. less

Tormented by a curse that thwarts love with pain, the Dark Fae Prince Gwydion and I must join forces to break the chains of his cruel fate.I arrived at Darkstone Academy for the Magical Arts as an indentured servant destined to slave away in the kitchens. I never imagined I was actually the lost Princess Jacinthe, second-in-line to the throne of the Dominion... moreTormented by a curse that thwarts love with pain, the Dark Fae Prince Gwydion and I must join forces to break the chains of his cruel fate.I arrived at Darkstone Academy for the Magical Arts as an indentured servant destined to slave away in the kitchens. I never imagined I was actually the lost Princess Jacinthe, second-in-line to the throne of the Dominion.This academy is a school for magical outcasts, and a battleground of political intrigue where human mages, diplomatic hostages, and supernatural beings coexist in a fragile harmony.Here, my unlikely allies— the fierce merman Lord Tama, the dragon Prince Boreas, the enigmatic Dark Fae Prince Gwydion, and the compassionate human Lord Ilhan—help me stand against those who seek to use me as a pawn in their power plays.But amidst this chaos, my heart yearns for one who is cursed to never know love. Prince Gwydion's Curse of Thorns, a sadistic legacy from the Dark Fae Court, threatens to tear us apart before our love even has a chance to bloom.As we strive to break this curse, Lady Erzabetta, the academy's cruel chatelaine, weaves her murderous web around us, jeopardizing everything we fight for.Unravel the mysteries of Darkstone Academy, where love defies dark magic and an unexpected princess is forced to confront a traitorous scheme. One-click to dive into an unforgettable world of magic, danger, and passion! less

Betrayed and held captive, I must call upon my forbidden Dragon blood to save everyone and everything I love. When the treacherous Duke de Norhas kidnaps me from the Darkstone Academy for the Magical Arts and holds me captive aboard his flagship, I'm reunited under grim circumstances with my mother. She's the lost heir to the throne, abducted and placed under a forbidden magical compulsion to love her captor... moreBetrayed and held captive, I must call upon my forbidden Dragon blood to save everyone and everything I love. When the treacherous Duke de Norhas kidnaps me from the Darkstone Academy for the Magical Arts and holds me captive aboard his flagship, I'm reunited under grim circumstances with my mother. She's the lost heir to the throne, abducted and placed under a forbidden magical compulsion to love her captor. Back on land, Lord Ilhan of Parrish, my steadfast and reluctantly soul-bonded ally, devises a daring rescue plan. He joins forces with my other soul-bonded protectors: Lord Tama of the Sea People, the Dark Fae Prince Gwydion, and the Dragon Prince Boreas. As we go on the run from our enemies, my heart finds its anchor in Ilhan. But I'm only half human, and Ilhan is heir to a powerful nobleman. Even if we survive the Duke de Norhas' attempts to overthrow the government, our love is forbidden by law and custom. As our magical bonds strengthen, I am torn between duty and desire, my kingdom or my heart. In a realm where love and magic are fatally intertwined, will my newfound strength carve a path to peace, or will the inferno of war devour everything I cherish? Unveil the power of healing and honor in the exhilarating finale of the Darkstone Academy series. less