The Coven by Harper L. Woods (Paperback)

The first book in Harper L. Woods’s Coven of Bones series — a gothic, dark academia MF paranormal romance of witches, vampires and demons. It ends on a cliffhanger.

Willow Madizza never thought she’d accept a place at Hollow’s Grove University — the secret, prestigious institution where the best and brightest of her fellow witches learn to wield their magic, free from human judgement. But Willow has reasons for being there that go far beyond the education on offer. Raised to be a weapon against the very Coven that presides over the University, she’s come to find the bones of her ancestors and reclaim the magic that is her birthright.

Her only real obstacle is Alaric Grayson Thorne, the University’s beautiful and infuriating Headmaster. Gray is ruthless, manipulative and dangerous — he represents everything Willow has been taught to despise. And yet, for all their mutual loathing, he understands her better than anyone ever has, and he may just be the key to unlocking her full power. Meanwhile, no one at Hollow’s Grove talks about the bloody massacre that forced the school to close decades ago. For the first time in fifty years, the Coven is opening its wards to the Thirteen — thirteen promising students destined to change the world, if the ghosts of Hollow’s Grove’s victims don’t kill them first.

This is a gothic dark academia paranormal romance that includes elements some readers may find triggering. For the full content-warning list, please see the author’s website, and take care if these themes affect you.

Perfect for readers who love dark academia paranormal romance, a witches-vampires-and-demons world, an enemies-to-lovers forbidden bond and a ruthless, morally grey headmaster hero.