The Awakening - Caroline Peckham + Susanne Valenti

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Book Title: The Awakening
Author: Caroline Peckham, Susanne Valenti
Genre: Fantasy, Romance
Series: Zodiac Academy - Book 1
Tropes:
       ♡ Fae
       ♡ Vampires, Werewolves, Dragons, Sirens etc
       ♡ Bully Romance
       ♡ Professor x Student
       ♡ Enemies to Lovers
       ♡ Slow Burn
       ♡ Magical School/Academy Setting
       ♡ Hidden Magical Abilities

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🤍 Summary 🤍

The Awakening follows twin sisters Tory and Darcy Vega, who discover that they are actually Fae princesses and the lost heirs to the throne of Solaria.
Their ordinary lives completely change when they are taken to Zodiac Academy, a magical school where they must learn to control their powers and survive in a world filled with powerful supernatural creatures.
However, becoming princesses isn't easy. Four powerful heirs stand in their way, determined to make their lives miserable and prevent them from claiming the throne. As the twins discover their magical abilities, they become caught in a dangerous world of rivalry, secrets, romance and betrayal

The World of Solaria

The story of this series takes place in Solaria, a magical kingdom ruled by powerful Fae. Zodiac Academy is an elite magical school where supernatural students learn to control their powers and prepare for their roles in the magical world.
The kingdom is influenced by astrology and the 12 zodiac signs, which play an important role in the characters identities and magic

The Magic System

Magic in the Zodiac Academy Series is based on Fae abilities, elemental powers and celestial influences.
♡ Elemental Magic: Fae can possess powers connected to elements such as fire, water, air and earth
♡ Zodiac Signs: The twelve zodiac signs influence magical abilities, personalities and the characters connections to the celestial world
♡ Order Forms: Supernatural creatures can have powerful animal forms called Orders, which are connected to their magical nature

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🤍 My Rating and Review 🤍

Dates Read: 27/08/2024 - 16/09/2024
✦✦✦✦ - 4 Stars

Damn this shit kinda hits despite the writing not being the best. Tory and Darcy are such strong icons and I love that their sister bound stayed the heart of the story. Orion is SO HOT oh my god! I need that man, I love a professor student romance trope (When the student is over 18 of course). I don't see how I can like Darius after everything he has done, but knowing me my heart with switch later on when he has is major character development. But right now I wanted to scream into a pillow until I lose my voice. The magic, supernatural creatures, academy rivalry and slow burn romances made the book impossible to put down. Defiantly a must read for anyone who loves dark fantasy, powerful fae, messy relationships and bringing a good A03 fanfiction. <3

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🤍 Favourite Quotes 🤍

General

♡ "Everything in Solaria is about power. Everyone takes what they want. It's our way"

♡ "Whatever you think you know, you will soon learn there is much more you dont"

♡ "The world held so much more than it ever had. And it was ready for Darcy and I to take our places amongst it"

♡ "This life will throw all kinds of crap at you, but the one thing you don't have to accept is other people's bullshit"

BlueLance

♡ "To most, blue meant cold or sad, the sea, the sky. To me, it was something else. And that reason was why I wore it in my hair. As a constant reminder of that meaning. Don't. Forget."

♡ "But until that day, you're mine. Blue"

♡ "The scent of cinnamon and something entirely man washed over me, permanently becoming my new favourite smell..."

♡ "Now the blue is gone, how will I tell which twin is which?"

Dory

♡ "His face was cut from my very own personal fantasy, as if someone has delved into my deepest desires and drawn them into strong angles and perfect temptation make just for me"

♡ "He was dangerous in all the right ways and I knew without a doubt that fire in his eyes would burn me up if i stayed too close"

♡ "I couldn't forget who he was or what he's done but there were certainly a few parts of me that wished I could"

♡ "Because despite the fact that Darius Acrux was a complete and utter asshole who had made it his mission to make my life a living hell, he was still my exact brand of temptation

♡: "If you come to my room uninvited again then it had better be because you're ready to bow to us or to beg me to bend you over that headboard and make you scream my name"

xoxo
angel swan