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Grave Digger Academy (Grave Digger Academy Book 1) by C.A. King – Review by Heather Hoke

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This book put me in mind of harry potter (which I looooove harry potter) and then in the very next page it put me in mind of divergent (again one of my favorite series). The way that C.A. writes truly drew me in from the very first page. The way that Makayla is portrayed as the main character is on point the entire book! I will definitely be reading the next book! I already have it in my library for kindle!

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Grave Digger Academy (Grave Digger Academy Book 1) by C.A. King – Review by Stephanie Nordling

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

To start, the Dedication is very sweet. The author found a way to not leave anybody out on accident. Haha!
The author is extremely talented when it comes to world building and making you see what they see. The story is very reminiscent of a certain famous magical world mixed with the TV version of The Magicians (but not near as gritty), but still something all its own and creative. Makayla is spirited and spunky, which always makes for a fun protagonist to follow. I can’t wait to start the next novel in the series!

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Grave Digger Academy (Grave Digger Academy Book 1) by C.A. King – Review by Angela Plate, September 2022

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I got a Harry Potter meets Percy Jackson vibe off of the beginning of this series. It’s awesome. I’m looking forward to reading the rest of the books.

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Grave Digger Academy (Grave Digger Academy Book 1) by C.A. King – Review by Mercedes Jones

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Makayla’s first day of a supernatural academy is not going according to plan. She is sent on a wild goose chase where nothing makes sense. This witch is worried, she doesn’t think she will make it into the schools of her choice because she has a problem. Her magic won’t work! She is sent to Grave Digger Academy, the place nobody wants to go. She will learn to keep the dead where they belong. Join her on her journey of finding friendship, secrets, and herself!

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Grave Digger Academy (Grave Digger Academy Book 1) by C.A. King – Review by Aranza

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Grave Digger Academy by C.A. King

5 Stars out of 5 Stars

This Is a great YA book that will grab your attention. The main character is relatable and pretty interesting. Her experience on the first year at the Academy is so interesting and have some fun moments. I love the little details of the story that make all fall together. If you are looking for an interesting paranormal/ fiction book this is definitely the one. I’m definitely looking forward to the rest of the series.

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Grave Digger Academy (Grave Digger Academy Book 1) by C.A. King – Review by Tia Martel

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

It’s simple. Gravediggers dig the graves while Grave Diggers keep the bodies buried.

No one wants to end up at Grave Digger Academy. So when MaKayla’s other choices in the paranormal academy system refuse her entry, the only thing on her mind is finding a way out. Of course, it’s not going to be that easy.

This was a fun, quick read about a young witch who just wants to find a way to fit in to the paranormal world. MaKayla is the only daughter in a family of bright sons and is trying to prove her worth when it seems her powers aren’t ready to shine.

Grave Digger Academy is her first year and with all the normal teenager drama comes a little more than they all bargained for. I loved this book and I’m so excited to get started on book 2 and see what happens in MaKayla’s next year! I think my only complaint is the timeline seems to run a bit fast.

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Grave Digger Academy (Grave Digger Academy Book 1) by C.A. King – Review by Cindy Rushin

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This book was a fun interpretation of the world of witches. I enjoyed meeting the main characters and following them as they learned about themselves and where they fit in the madcap world they are a part of. The main character, Makayla, is funny and interesting. It was a joy to travel with her on this journey to discovering her magic and how she fits into the magical world. I have read other books from this author and was not disappointed with this book. I look forward to reading more from this author.

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Grave Digger Academy by C.A. King-Review by Amanda Kimble

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

5/5 Stars

Grave Digger Academy by C.A. King

This isn’t the first book I’ve read by the author. The author sure knows how to get your attention. Grave Digger Academy is an amazing read. I can’t wait for the next book.

Makayla is the seventh born in her family. She gets sent to the Grave Digger Academy. There she learns that she is related to a necromancer. The quote I chose for Makayla is: “No! Until the shadow figure left. I know you don’t believe me, but it’s real. I’ve seen it more than once and in multiple locations.”

Highly recommended for YA Fantasy lovers.

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Grave Digger Academy (Grave Digger Academy Book 1) by C.A. King – Review by Jerricka Brown

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Amazing book! I was hooked from the very beginning. I love how all the aspects the author used in this book work together perfectly. I could not put it down at times. From the characters to the plot, I wanted more. I highly recommend this book.

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Grave Digger Academy (Grave Digger Academy Book 1) by C.A. King – Review by Ashley Hasting

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Makayla gets ready to attend her first year at an academy, but she doesn’t know where she is going at first. You put in your top three selections, and if none of them agree to take you, then you end up going to Grave Digger Academy. While attending her first year, she ends up making friends, enemies, and even frenemies. I love her personality. She also finds clues about her family ancestry. I immediately got the second book as soon as I finished! Thank you for making this story!

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Grave Digger Academy ( Grave Digger Academy Book 1) by C.A. King – Review by Samantha Snow

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I really enjoyed this fun, witty, paranormal read from the get go!! Honestly the cover was fire 🔥 and is what compelled me actually to give the synopsis a read to then later reading the book!! LOL I am very glad I did too!! The world the author created was nothing short of amazing and loved the character Makayla she created even more. It was most certainly full of surprises && had many twists to keep you reading. May be read in one sitting quite quickly. Actually an overall GREAT start to a wonderful series. Can’t wait to read more on the academies second year and Makayla’s adventures whilst attending!!

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Grave Digger Academy (Grave Digger Academy Book 1) by C.A. King – Review by Jess Dimmock

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

A really good take on the magical school style of novel for teens. This one focuses on when a student goes into their chosen school through some arcane ritual. We follow Makayla as she winds up at the disreputable Gravedigger academy. Through her studies, some rumors and the other students she finds out some secrets of the school, her world and about herself and family. I felt this was a really good take on a concept that can be hard for authors to do well without being repetitive. King manages to hit it out of the ballpark though!

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Grave Digger Academy (Grave Digger Academy Book 1) by C.A. King – Review by Jade Thomson

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    My rating: 3 of 5 stars

I haven’t read a good YA book in quite some time and this was a good start! To start: The only reason for 3 stars is because I feel like there was a LOT going on and it was a little clunky trying to connect everything.

Now what i liked: I liked the premise of kids attending magical academies- and the way they discover which academy they have been accepted too was super neat. The staff were interesting with varying personality, and the familiars were super cute. Makayla is your typical teen- mischievous, curious, and loves to break the rules! Thomas might be my favorites of the side characters- he had some of the funniest lines (and who doesn’t love squirrels?) There’s a little bit of drama but nothing too earth shattering. If you like magical academies and a quick read- give this one a read friends!

I will be reading the next for sure!

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Grave Digger Academy (Grave Digger Academy Book 1) by C.A. King – Review by Donya Pedigo

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Grave Digger Academy by C.A. King is a fun, fast paced, ya, paranormal read that you don’t want to miss. This series gives you a Harry Potteresque feel as you learn magic with the witch, Makayla and her unique friends.

When Makayla gets denied by her top three paranormal academies she is sent to the academy that no one wants, GraveDigger Academy. It’s here she meets a unique group of individuals, some who become friends while others are better left as enemies. Makayla faces a lot of unique twists, turns, and challenges in this book.

Personally I loved being immersed in this new world of magic. This series has everything you want in a ya paranormal book such as: action, humor, interesting characters, great world building, and an interesting storyline. I’m really glad I found this book and I can’t wait to read the rest of this series.

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Grave Digger Academy (Grave Digger Academy Book 1) by C.A. King – Review by Francis O’Sullivan

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Grave Digger Academy is a fun YA fantasy novel. It’s perfect for fans of magic boarding schools! This story sees Makayla failing to live up to the expectations of her parents and older brothers, but finding her own place and path in the world.
There’s a fun cast of characters! Makayla soon gets to know classmates such as Thomas, Cali and Leo who are united by not having applied to Grave Digger Academy but ending up there anyway. And there are the teachers, such as Tallen, Ms Moth, and Ms Dred. Makayla’s never had much talent for getting on with people, and has to learn to make friends and work with others.
The world building is lovely – the school is very well described as Makayla arrives and gets to know it, and it’s so atmospheric and captivating! I really felt like I’d been transported to a new and magical world – so much food for the imagination!
This book gets five stars from me! I’d recommend it to confident teen readers and young adults who’ve enjoyed magic school books in the past such as the Children of the Red King series and are looking for something new to fall in love with.

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Grave Digger Academy (Grave Digger Academy Book 1) by C.A. King – Review by Moriah Venable

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Makayla applies to several schools and hopes to be picked for the school she really wanted to attend. Unfortunately, she gets accepted into Grave Digger Academy, the school where no one wants to attend.

She faces the school year not only with the disappointment of her family hanging over her but she must also face it by herself.

Not much excitement concerning the curriculum with it mostly consisting of spells needed to ensure that the dead stay dead. But Makayla soon finds out secrets involving her family.

The title of this caught my attention. It just seems different from other Young Adult novels. A school where students learn spells to guarantee that the decrease stays that way? I am a sucker for novels set in schools. It just gives me this gothic vibe.

I really like Makayla as a protagonist, especially her optimism. I look forward to reading how she grows as a character.

This is a short read but it definitely leaves me wanting to know more. I saw there were two other novels in this series so I am excited to start them.

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Grave Digger Academy (Grave Digger Academy Book 1) by C.A. King – Review by Julie Johnson

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I almost didn’t pick this one up to read but thought, why not? I’m so glad I took a chance on it!

It’s Makayla’s first year to attend academy and she spent some time choosing her top 3 picks, just like all witches get to do when they come of age. Her picks are in and she waits but hears nothing prior to the start of school. She wakes up late and misses her ride so she’s doomed to take the bus. No one but losers ride the bus the school! She arrives at the door to the academy but isn’t sure which specific realm she’s assigned to. She quickly learns that she has to learn everything for herself. She’s from a strong family of witches who’ve been accepted to the best and most prestigious schools so she has high hopes.

Makayla soon learns that she didn’t get any of her top 3 choices, so the only other option was an assignment to the Grave Digger Academy. NO ONE applied or wanted the Grave Digger Academy and just wait until her dad hears about this…..her life is over!! Things start to come to light and Makayla begins learning more about her family, along with the mysterious amulet her mother gave her shortly before boarding the bus. Will she survive her first year? Even better, what about summer vacation after her first year?

This was a super fun read. There are elements of comedy (I laughed many times!), romance (very subtle), and paranormal activity. It is a very well written story that kept my attention throughout. I look forward to reading more books in this series!

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Grave Digger Academy II (Grave Digger Academy Book 2) by C.A. King – Review by Jaimie Salmon-Colburn

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

There’s a reason people don’t believe in monsters and it’s not because they don’t exist!! Boy are you in for a treat with this set!! I am LOVING it!! I could totally see this set put into a movie!! And if it ever does, know I will be watching it asap!! Anyways, to the book!! This is Makayla’s second year in the paranormal academy system. THANKFULLY, she doesn’t have to ride the bus the first day and her brothers can drive her. After finding out last year that she wouldn’t be going to any other school, because she’s being watched, she must make the best of it. She doesn’t know what is in store for her that year until her and her class are called back early. Thinking that she will get some time in the local village she’s excited to get there. Boy is her first day, yet AGAIN, an adventure though!! Maybe she’s seeing things, but getting to the library is strange. With the one and only transfer position withheld last year, she has all the same classmates, so they meet up on the way. Maybe they won’t be separated this year. Maybe classes will go back to normal. Hopefully?? Upon arriving at the school they learn about some changes, good and bad. But at least they are letting her have a bit more freedom! Which is good because the school is participating in an academy competition with the other schools and she can use all the help she can! If they can win they can bring some desperately needed funding and prestige back to the once sought after school, but if they lose the school could close down forever! Then what would happen to her?! No one WANTS to go to Grave Digger Academy anymore. Most are thrown into it like Makayla, without any say in the matter. So if she is kicked out of the one place that took her she dreads what might come next!! But she is determined to save the school, learn as much magic as she can, and find out more about her family history and all the weird things that seem to be attracted to her! But something is off about the competition and the map. The map changes after the competition is already under way. There was to be no interference and no one is allowed on the map except the competitors and their helpers if they choose to bring them. When their own shovels in their back yard throw her in the wrong direction she knows something is up. Will she help win the competition and in turn help save the school? Where is this shovel taking her?! Why does it always have to happen to her?? Makayla is out of options and must do something desperate to not only save herself, but the school. Will her plan backfire and in turn everything burn down around her? And who is messing with not only her, but the competition?! Man oh man I can’t wait to read the rest of this set! I am invested to see what happens next!! You COULD read this book alone, BUT I wouldn’t recommend it. Some stuff happens in the first book that is referenced in this book and you will be a bit lost. Anyways, grab this book (and the others!) and unearth the mysteries to the Grave Digger Academy!

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Grave Digger Academy II (Grave Digger Academy Book 2) by C.A. King – Review by Carlie Del Gallo

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Oh my gosh the second book was JUST AS GREAT as the first book! I cannot say enough great things about this author and her books and this one is vastly becoming my newest favorite books! In this series Makayla is back with her helpers and is trying to stay out of harm’s way as well as out of trouble. When she and her classmates sign up for the school games that is when everything goes haywire. My favorite character this book is Ollie by far. Every time it discussed him, it made me chuckle and laugh. Seriously this book was such a great fast read, and I was disappointed when it ended! I cannot wait for the 3rd and 4th books to come out as I NEED to know what is going to happen. This author is WONDERFUL and all of her books that I have read have been wonderful.

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Grave Digger Academy (Grave Digger Academy Book 1) by C.A. King – Review by Vanessa Watts

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

So I love all things paranormal, throw in an actual academy setting and I’m in love. I have been looking for a new series and this is it.

So Makayla has applied to multiple paranormal academies, but is turned down by all but one. The one she doesn’t want to attend, but with it being her only choice she must go. As she goes to the academy her abilities develop and she learns more about her past family secrets. While keeping the bodies where they belong, in their graves, Makayla must make a moral decision to either stay on the side of good or switch to the sweet calling of evil. Why was Makayla denied entrance to the other academies? Does it have anything to do with her family secrets? What about when evil calls?

I loved the start to this new series by C.A. King. I have read a few books by this author and so when I saw this one recommended I knew I had to read it. If you like paranormal books that have a magical feel to it then this book is the one for you. I cannot wait to read the next book in this series to find out what happens next.

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Grave Digger Academy (Grave Digger Academy Book 1) by C.A. King – Review by Tausha Treadway

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Grave Digger Academy (Grave Digger Academy Book 1) by C.A. King. I love this author so of course I wasn’t surprised that I loved this book. Its the beginning of a wonderful series and I can’t wait to read the rest of it. This one is the story of Mikayla the only daughter of seven kids. She has always felt like she is the black sheep of the family because her brothers are great at whatever they choose to do. When it comes time for her to start school in the paranormal studies she picks three different ones but of course she doesn’t get in any of them. She ends up admitted to Grave Digger School! How in the world did she end up here. Grave Digger’s are just that they dig graves and make sure the spirits stay there. She is not happy about it but she makes the best of it because she can’t get out. Will she finally be successful in something? Read this great young adult, paranormal read to find out!

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Grave Digger Academy (Grave Digger Academy Book 1) by C.A. King – Review by Amelia Stansell

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is the first book of the series. After being sent to the academy, Makayla learns a lot about herself. She has hidden powers as well as hidden family secrets. With her power she learns to be a digger. A digger is someone that keeps the dead in the ground. There are some that do not think that a digger is necessary, but soon discover how much they are actually needed. This is a fun read and I cannot wait for the next book.

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Grave Digger Academy II (Grave Digger Academy Book 2) by C.A. King – Review by Tracy Greenhalgh

<a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/49995288-grave-digger-academy-ii” style=”float: left; padding-right: 20px”><img border=”0″ alt=”Grave Digger Academy II” src=”https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1577480642l/49995288._SX98_.jpg” /></a><a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/49995288-grave-digger-academy-ii”>Grave Digger Academy II</a> by <a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/6993053.C_A_King”>C.A. King</a><br/>
My rating: <a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/review/show/5011908437″>4 of 5 stars</a><br /><br />
In the second book of the series, we see Mikayla returning back to Grave Digger Academy for her second year in the paranormal academy system. Usually, it is now that the students find some have transferred to other academies but not his year. The school has been entered into the inter academy competition.<br />It is most important for the Grave Diggers to pull together and succeed, winning will no doubt mean that the academy is safer than it is within the system and improve their status amongst the paranormal world.<br />We follow the students we met in the previous book, watch them develop more of their characters and magic; staff members old and new are always having an input.<br />Once again C.A.King has drawn me into their world and they continue to build it keeping the reader hooked, certainly a read that is difficult to put down. I can’t wait to read the next one and see what happens. <br />
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Grave Digger Academy (Grave Digger Academy Book 1) by C.A. King – Review by Candida Hopper

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I enjoyed reading this book. It was a fun quick read. This story has humor, witches, magic, mystery and some great characters. We get a little information about Mikayla’s family history and I look forward to learning more. The author definitely left me wanting to read the next book in this series. Even though I found this to be a quick read there was still plenty to keep me captivated in the story line. The author did an excellent job making the characters feel real and keeping me entertained throughout the book. I recommend this book and I will be reading the next book in this series.

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Grave Digger Academy II (Grave Digger Academy Book 2) by C.A. King – Review by Kerry Baker

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The first book in this series was fantastic and I think this book is even better. This author has an amazing talent for creating brilliant stories and this for me is up there as one of the best. I love the characters in this series. There is such a great dynamic between them all and it complements the story so well.
I think this is such a unique idea, which is exactly what I have come to expect from this author. The story is original and interesting. It took no effort at all to catch my attention and keep hold of it. I am already looking forward to the next book.

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Grave Digger Academy (Grave Digger Academy Book 1) by C.A. King – Review by Jamie Truex

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I really enjoyed this book. Yet I’m torn on what to rate it. There were many parts that seemed skipped over, but I feel like it will all be explained as I read more of the series. I’m definitely left wanting more. Makayla’s character was so relatable and complex. At first I thought she was kind of shy and down, but she was pretty spunky while at the academy. I can’t tell if being a 7th born is a good thing or not yet but I can not wait to put my granddaughter to bed so I can start the next book tonight!! Overall very good young adult paranormal book.

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Grave Digger Academy (Grave Digger Academy Book 1) by C.A. King – Review by Mandy Kneale

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Magical academia – um Yes Please!
Makayla is desperate to find a way out of the Grave Digger Academy when her top three academy choices rejected her. With her new classmates, also wanting to get out, shenanigans ensue!

I really enjoyed this!
Makayla is sassy, smart and determined. The characters are well thought out and the magic/world is so intriguing – loved the urban legend and Makayla’s magical friends.
The ending was a bit convenient but I am excited to pick up the next book!

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Grave Digger Academy (Grave Digger Academy Book 1) by C.A. King – Review by Mandy Ott

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I have read several books by C. A. King so I was very excited for this new series. This is a young adult paranormal novel that follows a young witch at the beginning of her journey in Academy, where witches learn how to properly use their magic. Makayla must navigate an unappealing Academy, classes where topics are taboo, and run-ins with the dead. Overall, I really liked this book. It’s a great start to the series. The characters are well thought out, and relatable, even if they’re witches; there is a great story line as well. There were parts throughout the story, however, that felt rather rushed. It almost felt as if some thoughts were incomplete. The characters and the overall story kept me reading and interested and I am honestly looking forward to the second book in the series.

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Grave Digger Academy II (Grave Digger Academy Book 2) by C.A. King – Review by Crystal Jimmo

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I was so excited to read the second book of this series, and I was not disappointed whatso ever. Makayla is back again in her 2nd year, no one was able to get the coveted transfer spot. So she is back up to her shenanigans tis year, only this time the stakes are higher with the inter-academy face off. Will the GDA be able to take back their spot and be able to keep the school open, or will they fail and the school’s doors close for good? In this second installment prepare for more shenanigans, twists and turns, and the return of our favorite class and classmates! I hope the third book is just as amazing as this one was!

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Grave Digger Academy (Grave Digger Academy Book 1) by C.A. King – Review by Lacy Mercado

<a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/51876937-grave-digger-academy” style=”float: left; padding-right: 20px”><img border=”0″ alt=”Grave Digger Academy” src=”https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1569036358l/51876937._SX98_SY160_.jpg” /></a><a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/51876937-grave-digger-academy”>Grave Digger Academy</a> by <a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/6993053.C_A_King”>C.A. King</a><br/>

My rating: <a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/review/show/5007083245″>5 of 5 stars</a><br /><br />

Makayla goes to witch school. She has learn how to use her magical skills. You have read the whole book to see what at the end of book. I can’t wait to read more from this author. Great story line .

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