Lessons in Loyalty - Ever King

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Résumé :
A dark academia romantasy inspired by the Greek mythology love story of Adonis and Aphrodite. In a kingdom where magic is slowly disappearing, an evil king will stop at nothing to obtain more power. His sights are set on the golden apples, mythical fruits that promise immortality-and the key to an eternal reign. To claim them, he will unleash the Beast of Thorns, a creature born of darkness, a destroyer of those who defy the crown. Lyla Stark, a Forestmage at the Academy of Magic and guardian of the golden apples, is about to learn that in the kingdom of Ithaka, nothing is as it seems. And when a Heartstring binds her to Spiritmage Bastian Lightcroft, his darkest secrets will shatter everything she thought she knew about magic, loyalty, and love itself. As the land crumbles under the weight of dark magic, truth becomes a weapon, and even the purest heart is made a pawn in the king's deadly game. But some truths, once revealed, can never be forgiven. And in the end, Lyla must decide if love is worth the price of betrayal. - Academy of Villains is an epic dark fantasy saga with interconnected romance stories that follow one continuous plot. Each book features a new couple inspired by a Greek mythology love story, but the series should be read in order to experience the full fantasy arc. This series is for fans of character-driven romantasy and dual POV storytelling....

Biographie:
Ever King is an author renowned for her enchanting stories that blend dark fantasy, magic, mythology, and romance into rich narratives. She is the architect of the Everkingdom, an interconnected fantasy universe where each series is a gateway to a new world. Her stories explore fated love, where magic thrives, romance blossoms, and villains often steal the heart of the heroine. Learn more at www.everkingdom.com...

Sommaire:
A dark academia romantasy inspired by the Greek mythology love story of Adonis and Aphrodite. Collector's Edition: Includes exclusive Greek mythology chapter art and a premium glossy finish. A dark magic academy, fated mate bonds, and secret societies collide in this Greek mythology-inspired romantasy. If you love Throne of Glass, Sailor Moon, and Harry Potter, welcome to Academy of Villains. In a kingdom where magic is slowly disappearing, an evil king will stop at nothing to obtain more power. His sights are set on the golden apples, mythical fruits that promise immortality-and the key to an eternal reign. To claim them, he will unleash the Beast of Thorns, a creature born of darkness, a destroyer of those who defy the crown. Lyla Stark, a mage at the Academy of Magic and guardian of the golden apples, is about to learn that in the kingdom of Ithaka, nothing is as it seems. And when a Heartstring binds her to Bastian Lightcroft, his darkest secrets will shatter everything she thought she knew about magic, loyalty, and love itself. As the land crumbles under the weight of dark magic, truth becomes a weapon, and even the purest heart is made a pawn in the king's deadly game. But some truths, once revealed, can never be forgiven. And in the end, Lyla must decide if love is worth the price of betrayal. - Academy of Villains is a dark academia romantasy where morally complex characters navigate dark magic, fated mate bonds, and secret societies in a cursed kingdom. Each book follows a different couple inspired by a Greek mythology love story, packed with political intrigue, magic, romance, and high-stakes trials. If you're a fan of character-driven romantasy, unique world-building, and dual POV storytelling, Academy of Villains is your next obsession. This novel contains depictions of romantic intimacy, mature themes, and some violence. Recommended for readers 17+....