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DEADLY BETRAYAL

Book 2 in The Shadow Bound Chronicles

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A Young Adult Urban Fantasy Series

A cursed emerald, a relentless foe, and a destiny intertwined with danger…

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After the dramatic rescue of her Aunt Mel from the demon hunter’s council, Taylor is thrust into a world of rigorous training and unexpected alliances. Her mentor, Julian Cromwell, is a handsome demon hunter who becomes both a guide and a friend in her quest to master her powers. As Taylor steps into her new life at Grimwood Magical Academy, she faces a whirlwind of challenges and secrets.

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Nothing is what it seems. Their next-door-neighbor’s new boyfriend is hiding something. And Brody, their newly adopted dog, is acting strange. It’s almost as if he’s trying to warn Taylor of an approaching danger.

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While Taylor does her best to fit in at the academy, Mel’s struggles are far from over. Stripped of her powers by a ruthless demon hunter, Mel seeks help from an old friend, Vanessa Ellis. A sinister curse is affecting Vanessa’s son. Vanessa wants to make a deal with Mel, forcing Mel to face her most challenging predicament so far.

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As Mel battles to reclaim her magic, Taylor must navigate the complexities of friendship, trust, and an emerging threat that could tear their world apart. In a tale of loyalty and courage, can Taylor and her new friends defeat the enemy before it's too late?

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This book is recommended for ages 12+.


Content warnings: swearing, torture, murder, and kidnapping

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Praise for Deadly Vows

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“Ahhh! Okay, first of all, the author has done it again with this book!

Thank you so much to Nichole for allowing me to beta read this book! You never disappoint! I was on the edge of my seat the whole time.

Your writing is a breath of fresh air in the suspense category because it is clean, yet suspenseful enough to get you in the feels...

I own every book Nichole has published and backed this on Kickstarter! I can’t wait to get this baby!

I highly recommend this."

— Holly S.,

Goodreads Review

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