Be careful what you wish for . . . Barely seventeen and I’m already suffocating. Since my mother’s death, my father has basically checked out, leaving me to raise my brothers out in the New Mexico scrub. All I want is a little distraction from the monotony of my pathetic life. When two mysterious guys show up at the diner where I work, I think my wish has come true. Until they start giving me a hard time. I’ve learned that pretty and poor is a bad combination; it just seems to bring out the bully in some people—like those two alpha jerks. Something about them twitches my internal antennae, but I brush it aside. I mean, I’m never going to see them again. Right? Then they appear in an alley one night to either rescue or kidnap me (I’m still not sure which) before disappearing. I put the bizarre encounters out of my mind because I have bigger problems to worry about: like that elite military academy that’s been pursuing my gifted little brother. When one of their cadets shows up in my small town, he’s an instant sensation. And just happens to be one of those mysterious guys. Coincidence? Mama said there’s no such thing, and to always trust my instinct. But that might be kind of hard, because every time I’m around Cadet Davenport, my gut starts flip-flopping on me . . . and my heart. Can Kate Connelly keep it together long enough to stop Cadet Davenport’s mission? She’s about to find out. And—once again—how suddenly life can be split into the before and after. The Academy Saga is not your typical paranormal romance. It’s a sweet and dark romance packed with secrets and thrills that will definitely give you all the small-town romance feels! Order your copy now and get in on all the angst and intrigue of this Enemies to Lovers Romance. A three-time Readers’ Favorite Five-star book series. ★★★★★ A page-turning Suspense Romance Book Viral agrees is "The next best start to a series since Twilight & The Hunger Games. " Few novels genuinely deserve the epithet of 'page-turner' but The Academy is certainly worthy of it. Cleverly plotted, beautifully characterized, dark and utterly compelling it's clear from the start that Daly knows how to weave an intriguing narrative and she is quick to hit her stride. Taking the best elements of Romance and Suspense the pace rarely lets up as The Academy becomes an all-prevailing presence in Katie Connelly's life. A life in stark contrast to that lived by The Academy's cadets and Daly's carefully constructed narrative which adopts alternating perspectives will have readers on tenterhooks as the characters develop and change. Despite the ever-popular pull of the genre there are surprisingly few thrillers in this genre that create authentic relationships between protagonists, but with its great cast of characters Daly has pitched it perfectly and the burgeoning relationship between Katie and Peter Davenport is touchingly rendered and feels very real. Both are well nuanced and sensitively drawn protagonists with a host of obstacles for them to overcome but Daly keeps us guessing to the very end with a final reveal that's sure to have far-reaching implications for Katie and her younger siblings Andrew and Mikey. A superb read that will surely appeal to fans of The Hunger Games and Twilight, The Academy is recommended without reservation. ~Book Viral Review 5 STARS "CJ has created an unforgettable story about a young woman caught up in a world of lies and deception. The Academy is a page-turning read with a twist you may not see coming." --Tony Jones, Executive Producer of "My All American" "Unique, intense, and suspenseful. A story with compelling characters that pull you into the author's world and keep you reading from beginning to end. Intriguing start to a new series." --New York Times Best Selling Author Jami Brumfield "Daly crafts superb dialogue . . . A romance with a hint of mystery and a well-developed protagonist. Perfectly sets up a planned sequel." -Kirkus Review When Two Worlds Collide . . .      CJ Daly believes dynamic characters and high stake conflict are necessary elements to create a page-turning read. And a good way to create instant conflict is to crash opposing worlds.  The Academy Saga  is set on the lonely plains of New Mexico, where 17-year-old Katie Connelly has to work 24-7 just to help her family survive. CJ contrasts Kate's scrabbly, land-locked hometown with the lush grandeur of the Northern California coast. Located just across the awe-inspiring Golden Gate Bridge in Marin County, The Academy is a secret government institution posing as an elite military academy. When two of their elite cadets crash into Katie's invisible life, sparks begin to fly . . . and long-kept secrets begin to reveal themselves.       Weaving the secrets of the Connelly Clan and The Academy's charismatic ambassadors into the story,  The Academy Saga  transforms into a beautiful tapestry, interwoven with mystery, suspense, and romance.   If you want to se