Deception, Avery Cross
Deception, Avery Cross
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Deception

Author: Avery Cross

Narrator: Jacq Ainsworth

Unabridged: 4 hr 4 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Publisher: ACross

Published: 06/05/2024


Synopsis

Mysterious necromancers. Wicked summoners. Fierce witches. Occasional familiars. Military experiments. Secret councils. Forbidden alliances. The Academy of Ancients will suck you in.Wren Winters, a fierce air summoner, finds herself bound by duty and scars at the Academy of Ancients after surviving an attack that leaves her team dead. Determined to unearth the truth behind the ambush, Wren's relentless pursuit is complicated by her transfer—a move orchestrated by General Adam Pierce to protect and sideline her. Struggling with haunting visions and an emerging dark side, she seeks solace and strength in her new surroundings, uncertain whom to trust.Seth Paulson, troubled by visions that seem to predict the future, grapples with his destiny at the same academy. As an unexpected mentor to Wren, his initial annoyance turns into deep concern as his supernatural insights reveal Wren’s imminent peril. With his uncle's legacy—a revered summoner—weighing heavily on him, Seth wrestles with the revelation that he might be the only one capable of understanding and aiding Wren.Their paths cross in a tapestry of mystery, magic, and manipulation. As Wren fights against the shadows of her past, Seth's premonitions creep closer to reality, binding them in a shared quest for answers. Together, they navigate a labyrinth of ancient secrets and familial ties, where their enemies lurk much closer than either had feared.Warning: This series will hook you! Violence can be found in this series of action-packed fantasy, with necromancers, summoners, and badass witches. And occasional cliffhangers!

Reviews

Goodreads review by Bonnie

An absolute page turner, I finished this book in very few sittings, it was a gripping story. I particularly loved that each character had their own chapter and that the chapters were nice and short, the story flitters nicely between the different characters POVs. Very cleverly written. I loved the c......more

Goodreads review by Margot

Gosh, another fabulous novel from Helen. Strong, believable, well-structured characters who will make you care or question them at every juncture. There is a powerful narrative at the heart of a story that twists and turns and all the while has you rooting for the main protagonist Lily. I held my br......more

Goodreads review by Sharon

A crime thriller that is set in Edinburgh, Scotland. It is not always an easy read as she tackles some of the hardest social issues that are prevalent in our modern days. This doesn't make the story hard work, though. Helen Forbes still manages to bring a gripping and atmospheric book with the twist......more

Goodreads review by Nicola

From the moment you start you meet Sam and Lily, as the book is told from multiple perspectives. You are left with mystery about Lily and the book is full of friendship, love, infidelity and steam. You start to hate and detest those in authority pretty quickly. The chapters are short and sweet and l......more

Goodreads review by Nicole

Bloody hell I loved this book. It was completely thrilling, action packed, well paced and just so good. I finished it and actually felt emotional it was over, as it was that good. I really enjoyed the short snippet chapters written from different characters POV as the story progresses and events unf......more