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The Academy Saga Fan Reviews

"The Academy" is filled with intrigue, romance, and head-spinning plot twists!
Everything a reader wants to keep coming back for more! I couldn't put it down!!!
I seriously can't wait for book #2!” - Megan

“Gah! I loved this book! So much sexiness, so much chemistry! And a really intriguing story to boot, what is going on at this mysterious Academy? The characters are so well written, you see them all playing in your head like a movie. And Pete and Kate, good lord, romance flirting and chemistry at its finest. I Will definitely be re-reading all the Kate/Pete scenes and can’t wait for book two!” - Kelly

“I’m not even halfway through this book but I have to tell you, holy crap! This is good! The first book for the author if I read that right. Wow! The writing the action the chemistry is just wow! Totally unpredictable. I’m hating the fact that we the fans have to wait 3 or 4 months for the second book.” - Kathy

“Great YA romance with an intriguing story and there are more to come in the series! I loved this book, the chemistry between Kate and Pete is white-hot, and trying to figure out what is going on at the mysterious Academy made it impossible to put down. It’s also longer than a lot of YA books which I loved as they always end too soon. I’m dying to know what happens next and can’t wait for the sequel! This is sexy fun while also being a compelling page-turner. Loved it!” - Jenni

“Definitely a page-turner! I kept telling myself one more page and then one more chapter! I couldn’t put the book down. The characters come to life on the pages and there are twists and turns that you won’t see coming! Can’t wait for the next one!” - Tona

“Marvelous first novel...The Academy is one of the best experiences I have had as a reader in a long, long time! Set in New Mexico's desert, the story unfolds as the main character Kate explores the intricate and oftentimes complicated relationships between family, the turbulence of adolescence, and the growing pains of love and loss. Beautifully and powerfully written CJ Daly is a born storyteller and her brilliant debut novel is destined to suck you in with startling plot twists.” - Susie

“After I read this book, I couldn’t stop thinking about the characters. I literally can’t wait to see what happens in the next book! I would highly recommend reading “The Academy.” It will definitely take you on a twisty journey and leave you wanting more!” - Tiffany

“Such a well-developed story! The chemistry, the mystery kept me turning page after page. You love some characters and then hate others but love them all too. Can’t wait for more books from this writer. Please tell us what happens next!” - Nicole

“Intrigued with the blurb I decided to give the book a chance. When starting a new book I'm always open with my expectations, especially with unfamiliar authors, and I have to say this book has left me speechless. It was suspenseful, intense, unique, and definitely worth the read. The compelling characters, well-written story, and plot twists (that'll keep you guessing) will encourage you to read from start to finish. That ending though... you just never see it coming.” - Jennifer

“I really got sucked into this. Absolutely love the characters, even Ashley-Leigh-unexpectedly funny. Ranger has my cautious attention now. Have a feeling we’ll be seeing a lot more of him. But so bummed there’s no book 2 yet. Does anyone know when it’s coming out?” - @savannah55

The Academy Saga: Cadet-in-Training Fan Reviews

“The most important thing that I can tell you is that you will be ready to read book three after finishing book two. However, in Cadet-In-Training, Kate didn't grow as a character for me as much as she did in the first book. I missed her spunk and sass that she normally has. Granted, she had been through more heartache than any teenager should go through. I was so glad to see her start to come back to herself near the end of the book though. This is why I'm ready for book 3. I've been left hanging. The plot development was amazing and left me hanging some more. I enjoyed meeting new characters and seeing some old characters again. Getting to know Ranger better was definitely needed and appreciated. Unfortunately, Pete didn't grow much for me as a character in this book. The two little brothers are actually my favorite men in Kate's life. I can't wait to see more of them.” - Becky

“Enjoyed the read and kept u going! However This second book is different from the first, more of Ranger than the last and Kate is a little too weepy. But I see a little where and why she reacts the way she does. ...Enjoyed the character development and got to peek into the Academy a little more. However, could have done without all the foul language from Ranger that I didn’t feel was necessary and kind of made it hard for me not to want to skip. The first book didn’t have that same feeling. Though I do get the author was trying to let u see what kind of person he was but not sure it helped build his character for me much, tho he is appealing. Still Looking forward to the next adventure with Kate and seeing also how the love triangle plays out.” - Tamera

“I read The Academy last year and have been (im)patiently waiting for the second book to come out. I devoured this book whole...it is a masterpiece as much as the first book was. You know a book is amazing when it leaves you with a 'book hangover', you can't stop thinking about it, and you read it more than once. The Academy books are so well written and developed, you really feel like you know the characters and the world they live in. This series is in my top ten and I am shouting to the rooftops how amazing it is to anyone who will listen. I literally CANNOT wait for more books from CJ Daly and I hope she writes many MANY more. I am addicted.” - Becky

“Oh my gosh!!!! This book was so good. There were so much emotion and action that I had to re-read it. I loved it the first time and inevitably fell in love again the second as I picked up the things I had missed. This series is definitely underrated and deserves more attention. I can’t wait to see the characters grow in future books(hopefully there are many more!) and am desperately waiting to find out what this last ending means. I have some ideas...maybe it was the quarantine boredom that left me obsessed with this masterpiece (as I do not usually fangirl) but this series is definitely special and worth the read:) thank you CJ Daly for writing this piece of joy!!!” - Bailey

“After impatiently waiting 8 long months for the release of the second novel, it is finally here!
I bought it as soon as I could and yet again CJ didn't disappoint me. She wrote a thrilling and addictive book that I couldn't put aside for ONE single second because everything was PERFECT.
The plot was amazing and each character had a proper and well-written development that kept me completely hooked for 2 whole days.
I 100% recommend this book to everyone and I can't wait for the third one!” - John

“I Couldn’t Put It Down!!!
After the cliffhanger book 1 ended, I have been anxiously awaiting book 2....and it did not disappoint!! I stayed in all weekend and didn’t stop reading. I thought I was for sure team Pete but after reading book 2 I’m officially on team Ranger, their chemistry is undeniable and I cannot wait to see where this love triangle goes. This is by far the BEST book series I’ve read in years and I could see it on the big screen someday!! CJ Daly sure does know how to write an enthralling story that stays with you even after your done, I can’t wait for the next one!” - Tiffany

“This series has twists and turns that have me fighting with myself about what outcome I want. Read this in 3 days - I was hooked. A love triangle no one wants to talk about or admit to themselves. The fight between 2 rights, take the bad guy down or keep her safe and innocent. Really thoroughly enjoyable. Can’t wait to see what Kaitie will go through next.. will she ever make it home, or even still want to?” - Ashlee

“A friend of mine recommend me The Academy Saga and I'm speechless on how good these books are, especially the second one!
I seriously loved the whole plot and how the events and the characters developed, without any doubt this novel will be my first re-read.
Also, CJ truly knows how to capture a reader with amazing and immersive dialogues that will make you want to know what's going on next.” - Antonio

“I devoured this one!!! It might have been because I was waiting for it or, most probably, because I loved the first one and wanted to know how Katie's life was going to turn out on this one... I keep my opinion on the author, she really knows how to write a captivating story and she knows how to keep us reading and wanting more :) I recommend this book as much as I recommend the first one!” - Joshua

“I read the first book last month and was instantly hooked! Finished it pretty fast and immediately hit google to find out anything and everything I could about book 2. Was immensely happy when I found out it would be coming out in a couple of weeks! I counted down the days! I started reading it as soon as I woke up that day and was not disappointed! It is the right amount of excitement, action, romance, etc. and you just can’t put it down! I love it more than the first! Now I was Team Peter and couldn’t even imagine there being “teams” since I didn’t consider Ranger to be worthy of even being considered. I truly did not see why people would even be on Team Ranger! I was wrong. So so wrong. I am now Team Ranger all the way! I can’t wait for book three!!!!!!” - Lizandra

“Daly’s second book of the Academy series is another home run! Her wonderful ability to render heart capturing characters and intertwine their stories keeps me turning page after page. I’m more of a “Team Pete” fan myself😉, but Ranger effortlessly holds his own in this saga as an unapologetically beautiful, blue-eyed badass. And there’s, of course, everyone’s favorite main character, Kate, who continues to shine brightly with her enduring mix of grit and innocence even in the face of her new struggles and adversity! The Academy is a fabulous series and I would recommend it to anyone !! 🌟📖 ❤️” - @busybwiththree

“Absolutely love this series and so glad these books are long because you cannot get enough! Pete is still my fave, but I will admit Ranger is beyond sexy in book 2, and quite a few times I thought, Pete Schmete. This book changes the genre from YA to more adult spy fare and would make an amazing Mission Impossible type movie. I love learning more about the Academy and seeing it through Ranger's eyes and getting to spend more time with Academy personnel we briefly met in book one. The ending will shock you again and I am dying to read book 3! These books are sooo good!” - Kelly

“Well finished it in one night! Now dying to know what’s gonna happen next!!! I usually don’t read a series until they’re all out cause I’m a binge reader and impatient but my gosh this one is testing me, haha hurry up 2021!!!” - Becky