Trials

Academy of Unpredictable Magic, Book 2

By: Sadie Moss

Narrated by: Sarah Puckett

Length: 6 hrs and 25 mins

Publisher's summary

I survived my first semester at the Academy of Unpredictable Magic. Apparently, the universe took that as a challenge....

For years, Unpredictables have been brushed aside by the rest of the magical community. Now, people are starting to pay attention - and I’m not entirely sure that’s a good thing.

I’ve always been content to fly under the radar, but now that we’ve been invited to participate in the inter-academy trials, the entire school will be in the spotlight.

As if trying to sort out my feelings for the four insanely gorgeous men who all want to date me wasn’t enough, now I’m juggling magical games, deadly plots, unexpected allies, and notoriety I never asked for.

All right, second semester. Do your worst.

Trials is the second book in the Academy of Unpredictable Magic series, a medium-burn reverse harem story intended for ages 18 and up, featuring a badass chick and the four sexy men who fall in love with her.

©2019 Sadie Moss (P)2019 Sadie Moss

I Will Keep Coming Back

Once again Ms. Moss and Ms. Puckett provide an excellent experience for the reader. This book is even better than the first as we learn more about the characters and the world in which they live. Through a magical competition, we learn more about both the magic that is available and the strengths and weaknesses of the characters. I also love that the tension between the characters is starting to make itself known to the other characters, thus adding more tension.

This is my first RH novel so it will be interesting to see how this plays out. The possibility of so many relationships at once is foreign to me. Ms. Moss’ writing keeps me engaged and interested to learn more for these characters. I can’t wait to read more!

I was provided with a free copy of this audio book for my honest review. The views expressed here are entirely my own.

LOVED IT EVEN MORE THAN THE FIRST

The story goes on, gets better, and makes me want more. I can't wait for the next book. Wonderful series going on here.😊

Interesting continuation

There is a competition between the different schools and for the first time ever Elliot's school is invited to attend and is actually hosting the competition. The story starts out with a contest to see who will compete for their school and Elliot somehow wins it. Now she has to learn how to call her magic without just her emotion guiding her but there are people are there to sabotage her. And she still isn't sure where she stand with all of her guys or if she can even handle these relationships. I liked getting to see her connections deepen with the guys and some characters show they aren't as terrible as they seem. There is more to the conspiracies going on and Elliot is going to have to try her best to stay alive and maybe win the entire competition but she has the support of her guys and a few others. I can't wait for the next book since I need to know what is going to happen next. There are times when Elliot is a little too poor pity me but her guy's don't let her wallow in that for too long which was good.

Sarah Puckett brings Elliott off the pages

Unpredictables are the black sheep of the magical community. They're not trusted, discriminated against, a family's disgrace. Even at the Academy of Unpredictable Magic, it's not a respected magic pillar and many are there to make connections or marriages. But for the first time ever Unpredictables are going to participate in and host the Inter-academy Trials, a competition between representatives of all magic users. Elliott wins the inner-school competition and will represent the Unpredictables. Now all she needs to do is figure out how to use her magic, face off against much more experienced magic-users in intense competitions, and stay alive.

This is an amusing series. Sadie Moss entertains. However, this book was not all I had hoped. I love Academy series. I love competitions. I love magic. I did not love Elliott. What happened to my fierce girl? Elliott raised her sister, took down a madman, got the attention of four great guys, not she is a bundle of self-doubt. Her lack of confidence was irritating, her ridiculous attitude even more so. She chose to argue with the guys at unnecessarily, she wouldn't take reasonable advice, she would contradict her words with her actions and showed a general sense of immaturity and cowardness throughout. This is not the same Elliott that lived without magic. This is teenage, angsty Elliott that never existed before. I want sassy, bad*** Elliott back. Hopefully, her maturity returns and doubt and second-guessing end in the next book. Other than Elliott's character, this book met my expectations. The competition was fun, the lead-up too. The guys are fantastic, especially Roman. I am a little taken aback by the idea of these guys sharing now that we know more about what is expected of advantageous marriages in the magical world. I need to see why they would go against their family and the community to choose Elliott. It's hard enough being an Unpredictable; if they further disappoint their families there needs to be a good reason. Elliott needs to prove that she is special and the connections are real. Right now she keeps them at a distance except for sex. There are no admitted feelings. The overall premise and prejudice are on point and the ending was enough to keep me coming back for more.

Sarah Puckett manages to voice the self-doubt and immaturity if Elliott to perfection. I may not have enjoyed Elliott in this book but Sarah brought her off the pages and made her real. #AudiobookObsessionReviewer

Really Good

Again this was an amazing audible. I truly enjoy listening to this reader as she puts so much behind her voice for the different characters and really makes you fall into the story. The story itself was awesome and kept you interested the whole way through with plenty of action. Loved it.

Action and romance

Enjoyed the story progression, along with seeing the tension and romance grow between the characters. Would have liked it to be a bit longer, but it was a fun listen. I’m looking forward to the next book in the series.
#AudiobookObsession

WHAT THE HELL!!!!

OMFG, this book just got real and crazy. Dang Moss you sure know how to keep your reads at the edge of there seat. this book was so good. I freaking excited to start the next book. I just can't get enough, you guys just have to read/listen to this book. I can't forget to give some props to my girl Sarah Puckett. She did an amazing job on Narrating. Well thats it for know about to start book 3 😁

Could have used a little more...

I want to start off by saying that I really enjoy this series. The characters are great and I love our FMC, Elliot. The narrator did a great job with the story and the distinction between the characters (which is SUPER important to me). I do wish there was a bit more in the descriptions of some of the events, like her training. I don't think we get a good feel for what Elliot can do with her magic. It talks about how much she is training and practicing but we don't actually see how she is doing that when her powers supposedly aren't working correctly. I would also like to see a little more time with her and the guys. Just a little more relationship building,.. but that's just because I'm a sucker for romance. Overall, great series and I will definitely continue to the next book.

I NEED MORE!!!!!!

Trials is the second book of the Academy of Unpredictable Magic series. Elliot is an interesting character and I enjoyed her as much in this storyline as I did the previous book. As I have come to expect, some great twists and turns will keep the listener guessing. A fun series so far. I need more please and recommend to all. 🎧AudiobookObsession

Gets better and better

I’m loving the story of Eli and her men. Eli showing off her skills in the trial and show her bada** skills. We get to see Roman and the other 3 getting along. A+++