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The Wings That Bind

Bloodwing Academy, Book 3

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The Wings That Bind

By: Briar Boleyn
Narrated by: Hannah Hedley, Justin Hill, Persephone Lee, Olivia Wright
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The night's chaos left us breathless. Now the real nightmare begins.

A second dragon has awoken—her heart tainted and her power commandeered by two ruthless highbloods whose cruelty knows no bounds.

My dearest friend teetered on the brink of death. A dragon saved her, but now she's tied to him in a way I can scarcely understand. What will this new bond do to the woman I've come to love as a sister?

And then there's Blake. Once my relentless tormentor—he betrayed me again, nearly condemning Nyxaris to a cursed, stone-cold fate. Now, something has shifted in him. His gray eyes hide a secret he's desperate to keep.

I saved Blake's life, despite everything. Yet now my every heartbeat questions where we go from here.

With Bloodwing Academy in turmoil and a new headmaster no one saw coming, only one thing is certain: This is going to be one hell of a year.

At Bloodwing Academy, power comes with blood, and betrayal is as common as ambition. This dark fantasy series tackles mature themes. Listeners are advised to consult the trigger warnings before embarking on this intense, morally gray/black journey through the realm of Sangratha!

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Dragons & Mythical Creatures Fantasy Paranormal Romantic Suspense Fiction Exciting Heartfelt Emotionally Gripping Dragons
Engaging Plot • Compelling Twists • Outstanding Performances • Character Development • Strong Worldbuilding

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That ending!!!!! Gosh this series is so good. It definitely had more fantasy than it had romance and smut but it was a good thing and the storyline was just too good I cannot wait for book 4. 10/10!!!!

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I just finished *The Wings That Bind*, and I’m honestly still trying to process everything. The ending left me completely speechless—in the best and worst way. There are so many unanswered questions that it almost hurts: Is Victor dead? What really happened to Regan and Nyxaris? And with Blake gone (or at least not fully himself), what does that mean for Medra moving forward?

One of the most compelling aspects of this book is how it sets up uncertainty. Nothing feels neatly resolved, and that ambiguity keeps the tension high even after the final page. Blake’s connection to the dragon is especially intense. It’s clear he hasn’t gained full control, and instead feels like he’s on the edge of losing himself. That dynamic added a darker, almost unsettling layer to the story—especially during the bedroom scene with Medra, which was both thrilling and a little chaotic in a way that made it hard to look away.

Medra’s situation is another emotional core of the story. With Blake no longer being her steady anchor, she’s left in a vulnerable but potentially powerful position. It feels like she’s being set up for major growth, and I’m really curious (and a little nervous) to see what direction that takes.

The revolution was one of the most satisfying parts of the book. It’s about time the highborns experienced what it’s like to be prey instead of always holding power. The system that expects the blightborn to simply accept their place and be grateful to serve is long overdue for collapse. Seeing that shift begin was exciting and adds a lot of anticipation for what’s to come next.

On a lighter note, the chemistry between Florence and Nyxaris was surprisingly cute, even if it felt a little wild at times. Her crush added an extra emotional layer, especially considering everything that happens by the end.

Overall, this book was absolutely worth the wait. It delivered intensity, emotion, and just enough chaos to leave me desperate for more. The only downside? Now I have to wait months for the final book, and after an ending like that, the wait feels almost unbearable.

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I didn’t think anything would top book 2, but this was AMAZING! Buckle up for a wild ride and wonderful narrators. Love love love!

Best yet

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4.5 ⭐️ This series just keeps getting better ….like every book levels up the chaos, the reveals, and the couples. I genuinely love each individual love interest, but FLORENCE’S match-up? I was not prepared. Zero spoilers, but my jaw was on the floor. I need things to start happening immediately.

I adored almost everything about this installment… except I found myself fast‑forwarding through the spicy scenes with Medra and Blake. I’m just not invested in that between them, so I kept skipping because I NEEDED to get back to the actual plot.

Regan’s comeback storyline? Obsessed… although she is suffering but puts on this macho girl facade… I am really really invested in to her character…. Who she ends up paired with thoooouuugghhhh? Even more obsessed. Like I was screaming when all that came in to play!!!!!
I’m actually HELLA EXCITED for where this is going!!!

But that cliffhanger… that cliffhanger hurt.
And the fact that we get more Neville the Fluffin? My heart. I need a plushie of him immediately.

Overall: so, so, soooo good. I’m feral for the next book because that ending… that cliffhanger hanger was foul….. I need the next book like NOW!!!

That was a good ending but foul ending.. I need more NOW!

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I liked this book even better than the previous ones. I enjoyed getting in the heads of some great characters this time. The story unravels more in this book and is setting the stage for the 4th coming book.

Multiple POVs enjoyed

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