★★★★★ "As the second installment in Briar Boleyn’s captivating trilogy, The Bond That Burns raises the stakes in the deadly and treacherous world of Bloodwing Academy. [...] Boleyn’s writing is as sharp as ever, weaving a fast-paced plot with jaw-dropping twists and moments of unexpected tenderness. The dark academia setting, combined with themes of survival, love, and power, keeps readers hooked from start to finish." - Claire Letters & More

★★★★★ "Can I give more than 5 stars?" - Michelle Messner, Goodreads Review

★★★★★ "the bond that burns was everything i wanted and more ♥️ briar has seriously delivered with book two of the ‘bloodwing academy’ series, and i’m absolutely hooked. this series is quickly becoming a favorite of mine this year 🤭 faes, vampires, shifters, dragons—what more could you possibly ask for? the world-building is chef’s kiss, the characters are perfection, and the storyline is so addictive i couldn’t put the book down. [...] the ending shattered me in the best way, and now i’m stuck counting down the days until spring to find out what happens next 🐉if you love fast-paced fantasy with a ton of heart and surprises, you need this series in your life. " - Pure Fantasy Reads

★★★★★ "5 freaking stars ! If I could give it more I would!

★★★★★ “Briar, you had me hooked from the first page. I could not put this down. I loved the first book, but this book was even better!!!" - This Bec Loves Books

★★★★★ "By the Bloodmaiden this book had my heart in my throat! It had me squealing with joy, then dropped me into despair and I didn’t want it to end!! It ran the gamut of all the emotions you want a book to evoke." - Tonya's Life in Pages

★★★★★ "The Bond That Burns is a masterpiece—dark, thrilling, and utterly addictive. Briar’s ability to create a world of dragons, vampires, and dangerous intrigue is unparalleled, and this book raises the stakes to dizzying heights." - Ash Stevenson is Reading

★★★★★ "Chapter 17 was absolutely 🔥🌶️🥵 and well worth the slow burn- and despite rarely discussing 🌶️ in my reviews, this chapter deserves special recognition for being amazing." - Read with Alix

★★★★★ "I AM UNWELL. I don’t know what Briar puts in her writing that is so dang addicting but I could have read this one straight through if the holidays didn’t interrupt my reading time. This series feels like Harry Potter but adult mixed with Fourth Wing but also with vampires. I had some suspicions throughout the book that DID NOT END UP PANNING OUT which is a wonderful thing because I was truly shocked at the ending." - Courtney Strong, Goodreads Reviewer

★★★★★ "In The Bond That Burns, Briar pens an electrifying sequel packed with action, intrigue, tortuous tension, and sizzling steam. I was reveling in this story and reeling at the ending. I cannot wait to see what awaits these characters in Book 3!" - Teresa / Reesie Cup, IG Reviewer

★★★★★ "I really liked book one in the Bloodwing Academy series but man, Briar our did herself with this one!" - Becca, Fueled by Books & Espresso

★★★★★ "This sequel was all encompassing, I was blown away by the non stop action. The twists and turns in the plot and that ending, wow my jaw literally dropped! This is so much more than a dark Romantasy academia, it has everything I could want in this genre and covers too many tropes to mention but boy did I love them all!!" - Tracey, Goodreads Reviewer

★★★★★ "This was somehow so much better than the first, and the first was great to begin with. But this was beautiful and haunting and ended in such a tense way that I do not know what to do with myself until the next book comes out." - Fay, Rose Gold Lights

PRAISE FOR BLOODWING ACADEMY, BOOK 1:

★★★★★ "Briar Boleyn is the queen of romantasy! Her books always sweep you away into a magical world full of wonderfully complex characters and an intense plot that keeps you on the edge of your seat. I was immediately sold when I heard the MMC had Draco Malfoy vibes but as a vampire and Briar did👏 not👏 disappoint👏 I am once again obsessed with a fictional character and couldn't get enough of him." - Lexi Rachelle Reads

★★★★★ "On Wings of Blood 🩸 is absolutely magnificent and the highlight of my book reviews in 2024!" - Ash Stevenson is Reading

★★★★★ "I devoured this within 48 hours because I couldn't pry myself away, except when I had to head to work Monday morning lol!" - Taylor, Goodreads Reviewer

★★★★★ "Currently screaming into the void that I need book 2 ASAP. I get that this book just released but OMG!! Beautifully written. ... This book was a grown up Harry Potter, but make it vampires, and add some dragons and a fae. It is a perfect mesh of everything that makes Romantasy, Romantasy and I am HERE for it!" - Ashley, Goodreads Reviewer

★★★★★ "If you enjoy Vampire Academy, Fourth Wing or Zodiac Academy, you will love this!" - Evan's Little Bookshelf

★★★★★ "OH MY DAYS I LOVED THIS BOOK. If you love dark academia fantasy romance with vampires featuring a bully villain, this is the book for you. ...For those who like Draco Malfoy and Jacks (from Once Upon A Broken Heart) the MMC, Blake, is right up your street! The banter between the FMC, Medra, & Blake is immaculate. Its witty and fluid, I couldn't get enough." - Stefanie