A Reverse Harem Fantasy Romance (The Academy of Spirits and Shadows Book 1)

Once again I was entertained from the first chapter and read the entire book without stopping to even take a potty break. I found the characters hilarious and yummy! I have learned lots of new words to curse people out with and they'll never even know. Now for the agonizing wait for book two......

I really loved this book. There were some annoying grammar issues, but still enjoyable. The losing a feather for every curse word got really old. For a reverse harem there wasn't a lot of sex, just innuendo. The plot was interesting and the pacing was nice. Just needed a good editor.

I loved everything about This book. Brynn was amazing and all of her harem give her something different. The world building was unique and I would love to visit this place. There was a great mix of action, mystery and romance. Can't wait for book 2.

My absolute favorite by this author so far. Spirited offers an original story from all the other RH books currently on the market. I loved the world building and the characters were strong. I cannot wait to see what happens in this series.

Firstly, I loved the unique storyline of this series. Not a typical start to an RH, which I love. Secondly, I liked the MC. Some of the boys I am wary about, but hopefully they will prove themselves in the next installments.

This story was truly terrific. Excellent world building, fantastic characters, and tons of action! Also the best RH I've read this year! I can't wait till book 2 comes out, I know it's going to be worth the wait.

I had been avoiding this book because I thought I wouldn’t like it. Wrong! It was amazing. It captured my attention almost immediately and kept me enraptured till the end. I highly recommend this book to anyone!

Well shoott that was flubbing fantastic!!! It had a slow start and one chapter was infuriatingly long but I got through it and ended up loving this! It’s one of my favorites from C.M. and I need book 2 now!!!

I hate when people use stupid made up words instead of cursing (it’s the intent behind a word that gives it power, not the letters). But, although I grimaced a few times in annoyance, my frustration paled in comparison to the awesomeness of the story. I loved the characters and the uniqueness of the plot. I can’t wait for the next one!

This is the first book in a reverse harem trilogy and it's amazing. Brynn is such a lovable MC. She's clumsy and tries very hard not to cuss. The words she uses instead of cuss words are hilarious. She's building a harem one ghost at a time, except the griffin. I love Vex! I'm impatiently waiting on book two.

Spirited is definitely full of spirits! I think it would be kind of scary to see ghosts, but it sure does make for some good reading. Brynn keeps collecting ghosts thru out the book, and I can’t wait to see how she handles them all in the next book. Loved this book.

This book just sucks you right in! This is easilythe best,most intriguing book written by cm so far, and I reallylikeher books. This one was just next level. I adore the characters and the world that she has built is amazingly thorough. Freakin loved it and ridiculously happy that the next one is not far out at all.

If I’ve learned anything reading Stunich’s books it’s that they’re amazing. This one doesn’t disappoint whatsoever. It was amazing and I can’t wait for the next installment. Couldn’t put this book down and had to read in one sitting. I repeat again this book is amazing!! Epic read!!

This author never ceases to amaze me! Once again she has created a thoroughly unique story and built the world and characters beautifully. I'm so excited for book two and so glad there isn't too much of a wait because holy crap that ending!! Read this book, you will not regret it!

Seriously bloody good read. Different to all the RH that is out there at the moment. As a starting book to a series it did a fantastic job setting the scene and developing the characters. It was refreshing and kept you engaged right to the end, which left you wanting more. Can't wait for book 2

Brynn is an awesome MC, she is quirky, clumsy, and goes through a lot but just keeps moving forward. I llike the world Stunich has created. It is interesting and unique. This is the first book in a trilogy and does und on a cliffhanger. I can’t wait to see where the series goes!

Holy flubbing moly! Oh my goddess, what did I just read?! How am i supposed to live day to day until this author writes the next book? It was so freaking good. Like seriously, did it have to end there...ugh. Highly recommend this one guys, go click it now..you wont be sorry.

Once again I was entertained from the first chapter and read the entire book without stopping to even take a potty break. I found the characters hilarious and yummy! I have learned lots of new words to curse people out with and they'll never even know. Now for the agonizing wait for book two......

I really loved this book. There were some annoying grammar issues, but still enjoyable. The losing a feather for every curse word got really old. For a reverse harem there wasn't a lot of sex, just innuendo. The plot was interesting and the pacing was nice. Just needed a good editor.

I loved everything about This book. Brynn was amazing and all of her harem give her something different. The world building was unique and I would love to visit this place. There was a great mix of action, mystery and romance. Can't wait for book 2.

This book was so wonderful! I have been putting off reading it and I have no idea why! I LOVED the characters. The entire concept is just pure magic. That cliffhanger though.... I cannot wait to read the next one!

CM is a fricking genius. This book will become one of your new favorites! The storyline is new and exciting. I love the whole “I see dead people” feel! This book had me hooked from the very beginning. Brynn is one of my favorite heroines! I mean I never thought getting it on with dead people could be so hot but CM pulls it off in those book. Holy Cow I’m in love with this book!

My absolute favorite by this author so far. Spirited offers an original story from all the other RH books currently on the market. I loved the world building and the characters were strong. I cannot wait to see what happens in this series.

Firstly, I loved the unique storyline of this series. Not a typical start to an RH, which I love. Secondly, I liked the MC. Some of the boys I am wary about, but hopefully they will prove themselves in the next installments.

This story was truly terrific. Excellent world building, fantastic characters, and tons of action! Also the best RH I've read this year! I can't wait till book 2 comes out, I know it's going to be worth the wait.

I had been avoiding this book because I thought I wouldn’t like it. Wrong! It was amazing. It captured my attention almost immediately and kept me enraptured till the end. I highly recommend this book to anyone!

Well shoott that was flubbing fantastic!!! It had a slow start and one chapter was infuriatingly long but I got through it and ended up loving this! It’s one of my favorites from C.M. and I need book 2 now!!!

Edit: after completing a re-read of the the entire book. I still found the story lacking. The heroine still couldn’t get her head on straight and (it was rudely pointed out by another commenter on my review) that the six ghost is simply foreshadowing and for me not to be so nit picky. However I base my reviews off honesty. I don’t lie or hold back in my reviews as I want other readers to be fully informed before they make a purchase. If this means my review is nit picky I do not apologize. Even after a re-read through the story it still didn’t resonate with me. The description does NOT match up with the book. This review is based off book one not book two that hasn’t yet been released. After doing a thorough re-read I did lower the star rating because I found once again I was bored through the material. The story just didn’t have enough to leave me hooked or leave me wanting for book two.

Two stars for the simple fact I did skip around in the book and that was because at times I just felt like some of the plot was a tad bit ludicrous and confusing. I like to be upfront and honest in what I liked and what I didn’t like in a book.

What I liked:
+ I liked the characters
+I liked the direction the author was taking the story in

What I didn’t like:
+The story kind of dragged on at parts hence my reason for skipping sections
+The main character Brynn could not for the life of her get her head on straight. Readers don’t like to feel like they’re being pulled in opposite directions.
+I was confused in who was to be in her Harem. The story line turned into a story fail for me when her professor bound himself to her. Yet, the professor had no intention of a relationship with Brynn. Talon is another story he doesn’t know if he wants her either. The other two ghost who are bound to her KNOW that they want a relationship with her. The fact that the author bound two ghosts to Brynn that don’t want a relationship with her confuses the heck out of me. As a reader I like to understand what I’m reading. As the story description talks about this being a reverse Harem. That truly was a story turn off as I’m (even having finished the book) confused. When I read a book I don’t like being confused.
+Dont even get me started on fox boy I can’t. No this guy is not bound to Brynn HOWEVER he wants to mate with her. Hence what I mean by the author being confusing. I went into this book thinking the Harem would be the girls ghosts. Now I’m not sure if it’s the ghosts AND the two not dead supernaturals or what.
+THE MOST AWKWARD CLIFF HANGER IN THE HISTORY OF CLIFFHANGERS OMG

Seriously amazing new series!! I love the premise of this series, and the characters are amazing! (Dibs on ... like all of the guys, especially Dyre, Talon and Elijah). I really enjoyed Brynn’s character, because she’s not perfect. Beware of that ending though! Now, the important stuff: this book is RH, which means that Brynn will end up in a committed relationship with multiple men (lucky girl!) there are some steamy scenes, and some include more than two players, if you know what I mean. If those things aren’t your thing, skip this one. But, if you’re still curious, I definitely recommend this one!

Wow, i really liked this book. Its totally different, I love this new world and cannot wait to explore it further. I was really sad about Air even knowing in advance. Cliffhanger ending which makes me really want the next book.

Cliffhangers… Oh, how I hate them. And apparently C. M. Stunich absolutely loves them! Every single book I read from her is so raw and real and at the end there’s always a cliffhanger awaiting. Always! Spirited was no different.

I loved this book so fluffing much (and you’ll see why I’m changing my bad words to fluf later). It’s so unique and it’s set in a world of fantasy where women get to have an entire harem all for themselves, and men cannot. Nice. The one thing I must mention is that this book does not have a beginning, a middle and end. This series are going to be divided in three books. And I fell like this book was the introduction, the second the development and then third the finale. So, the main problem which is Brynn finding out a way to revive her ghosts will only be sorted out probably in the last book. To be honest I really wanted an end but I’m super excited to have the next ones come out and see how the author is going to handle this.

But the coolest thing ever? The protagonist is a half-angel that sees spirits and whenever she curses a feather comes out. Yup! That’s why she replaces her curse words with fluf or something else. Which is freaking genius and brought so much humor to the book! And on top of that, she somehow gets to have six ghosts attached to her and each of them are hot as hell! I loved Brynn, she was so clumsy and awkward at times, so she had me laughing my boots off. She was hilarious. I can’t wait to see what she’s going to do with six guys in the next book.

The guys! (Vexer, Elijah, Air, Talon, Dyre, Spicer) They all have different personalities and all of them have a place in Brynn’s heart even though she doesn’t realize it. I loved every single one of them so I’m glad she’s going to end up with all of them as well. I don’t know how that will work out, but I’m excited to see it happen. And if you’re expecting hot scenes, then you got them! This book is filled with hotness, either a simple kiss or a full blow out sex scene with two of her ghosts. It’s hot and heavy and awesome! BUT I NEED SOME MORE VEXER PLEASE! I shouldn’t have favorites, but I do. It’s Vexer and Dyre.

I can’t wait to have the next book in my hands and see where this cliffhanger leads us! AS always Spirited has the signature of C. M. Stunich where she combines a story filled with wonderful fantasy and sizzling romance! I loved it!

Holy flubbing heck! - you'll understand soon, trust me. I've been waiting for this book for so long and it was soooo worth it! Stunich has yet again managed to write a wholly original and enthralling literary masterpiece with Spirited! Brynn is a spirit whisperer and lucky for her too cos there's a bunch of super hot ghosts surrounding her! But it's not all fun and ridiculously good looking spirits. This is a world of god and godesses blessed and it's plagued by just as much evil. Brynn is tasked with the impossible but she will do anything in her power to see it through. I mean what wouldn't you do for love? An amazing storyline. A magical world to get lost in. I love this book!

Stunich, you have yet again wowed me. Spirited is so beautiful written with just a hint or two of some sass. We all love a good sassy character. When i first heard about this series I really thought it was going to be just straight ghostly love. Just Brynn someone stumbling across some men who haven’t passed on yet, however, I didn’t realize who I was reading from! Stunich brought in such a vast variety of love interests. Different orgins, unique personalities that she didn’t fail to describe perfectly for you to grow attached to. The flow of the book makes you feel like you’re riding a VERY frustrating roller coaster because you just need more and more. I had to slow myself down at some points because my eyes hurt from reading so long. Brynn had a few characters where I was rooting for their romance, but I always kept in my mind I have plenty more fish to swim on by that I needed to check out first. This is most definitely an adult read. Some scenes are intense and leave you wiggling for me. Over all this book amazed me. It’s a sexy and sultry book of one shy little angel girl breaking from her shell and building her magical harem. I’m so excited to finish Haunted and get the third book!! 10/10 Recommend this bad boy!!

Absolutely amazing! This Author never fails to impress! This book is a definite must read ! Totally different characters that you will fall in love with right from the start! Sweet and innocent Brynn, to all the amazing and HOT guys ! Of course there is plenty of mystery and action to take in as well ! The queen herself has given Brynn a mission of almost impossibility ! I love the friendship between Brynn's handler and herself and oh my goodness the snide remarks and the cheekiness is to die for ! There are also feelings that will make you cry, also having you feel like your guts are being ripped out with sadness,a rollacoster of emotions! I can not wait for the next book in this series !!! Top marks !!!

Oh, wow, I loved this book! Read the entire thing in one sitting and could not stop. It's such a unique book, such an unusual storyline--how can ghosts be so sexy?--with very good worldbuilding and great character development. Very intense plot, so much going on, but also good romance--the perfect balance. Brynn is such a strong, caring, likable main character. Each of the guys is unique and so interesting, and there are a lot of tantalizing leads for how things are going to play out in the future. And Jas is such a wonderful best friend too!! It ends on a cliffhanger, which is unfortunate because now I am struggling waiting for the next book to come out, but so good it's probably worth it anyway!

Let me just start off by saying.. wow. I seriously love this book so much!

Brynn of Haversey is a half angel, which means she can see and talk to spirits. Your think with "angels grace" she'd have it easy, but she's probably the clumbsiest person alive lol. With her handlers help, their goal is to get into the Royal College, and hopefully this newest exorcism will do it. Little did she know her life was about to change!
With a spirit bound to her, and people around her dying, her task handed to her by the queen is the most important thing ever. With the help of Jas, her spirits, and Vex, I know she can get this done!
Cannot flubbin wait to see what's in store for Brynn in the next book.