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The Lines of Ebrus #.3
Daughter Of The Ninth Line: Part Three
Some people are destined to die, no matter how much we wish it weren’t so. – Ellanora Halhed, First Daughter of the Ninth Line.
Avalon Halhed was the sacrificial lamb for the Ninth Line, and she had one goal; keep her head down, avoid making waves and leave Boellium War College alive.
Too bad her goals went out the window as soon as she stepped through the gates of the college. Within the first five minutes she'd irritated a freaking Heir to the First Line, and within twenty she'd caught the attention of an Heir to the Third Line. Someone once told her that there was no such thing as a good deed that goes unpunished, and apparently her punishment was to be trapped under the collective gaze of two of the most powerful people in all of Ebrus.
Screw it. If she was going to be in the spotlight, then she was going to bask in the warmth while she could, especially if that warmth came in the form of two men who seemed intent on making her body combust.
This is Part Three in an ongoing novella series. Reading Daughter Of The Ninth Line : Part One and Two is strongly advised.
Avalon Halhed was the sacrificial lamb for the Ninth Line, and she had one goal; keep her head down, avoid making waves and leave Boellium War College alive.
Too bad her goals went out the window as soon as she stepped through the gates of the college. Within the first five minutes she'd irritated a freaking Heir to the First Line, and within twenty she'd caught the attention of an Heir to the Third Line. Someone once told her that there was no such thing as a good deed that goes unpunished, and apparently her punishment was to be trapped under the collective gaze of two of the most powerful people in all of Ebrus.
Screw it. If she was going to be in the spotlight, then she was going to bask in the warmth while she could, especially if that warmth came in the form of two men who seemed intent on making her body combust.
This is Part Three in an ongoing novella series. Reading Daughter Of The Ninth Line : Part One and Two is strongly advised.
170 pages, Kindle Edition
Published August 29, 2025
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About the author
Grace McGinty
64 books2,200 followersWhen I was nine, my grandmother and her friends used to read and swap Harlequin Mills and Boons novels. When I was busted reading one, they started sneaking me boxes full of strong heroines and rugged men. Thus started a long love affair with the romance genre.
Then I discovered urban fantasy, and fell in love with broody Alphas and sexy paranormals, and combining them together was a no brainer.
Then I discovered Reverse Harem.... Oh my. Why choose, am I right?
Then I discovered urban fantasy, and fell in love with broody Alphas and sexy paranormals, and combining them together was a no brainer.
Then I discovered Reverse Harem.... Oh my. Why choose, am I right?
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September 13, 2025
I love time loop stories. This one features an academy of sorts with people of differing magical abilities and a horrible caste system. There's a why choose romance vibe and a lot of secrets. It's definitely a more plot than spice fantasy story, and the time loop thing makes for an interesting read.
September 1, 2025
Kinda losing steam
I don't want to give anything away but from the first book to now some characters personalities changed pretty drastically in my opinion. Now normally that's a good thing as they grow throughout the series. In this one, however, they are unknowingly reliving the same days over again so there is no growth curve... make sense? I enjoyed this book and the series and can't wait for the next one... just came out of this one a little confused.
I don't want to give anything away but from the first book to now some characters personalities changed pretty drastically in my opinion. Now normally that's a good thing as they grow throughout the series. In this one, however, they are unknowingly reliving the same days over again so there is no growth curve... make sense? I enjoyed this book and the series and can't wait for the next one... just came out of this one a little confused.
September 9, 2025
Groundhog Day for the straight books
Yeah I get it's part of the story about her abilities, but jeesh - it's getting old with repeating the same story arc 3 times! No advancement to the story so far and I just finished book three. Cliffhanger and if I want to read what happens when she comes out of the "groundhog Day" scenario I have to join patreon??? 😔 I feel duped, wanted to give this story a chance so trudged through the same story in three books!!
Yeah I get it's part of the story about her abilities, but jeesh - it's getting old with repeating the same story arc 3 times! No advancement to the story so far and I just finished book three. Cliffhanger and if I want to read what happens when she comes out of the "groundhog Day" scenario I have to join patreon??? 😔 I feel duped, wanted to give this story a chance so trudged through the same story in three books!!
November 4, 2025
I loved the first two book and the cliffhangers they ended on but this one has left me confused and disappointed. You need to read the first two book, this one wont make sense otherwise. This is a paranormal why choose mixed with Groundhog Day.
Anyone familiar with the first two books knows the story, Avalon Halherd, daughter of the ninth line is conscripted to train at Boellium college as a solider. Each line, 1-12 lives in a different part of Ebrus, and each have their own magical abilities, except the further down the lines you go the weaker the magic becomes and the poorer and less powerful that line is. As a member of the ninth Avalon has very little magic, once able to see the future that ability has all but died out.
As this is the third time she has entered the college (although that is information we the reader, not Avalon knows as her memory gets wiped) she is once again inexplicably drawn to Vox, heir of the first line, as well as Hayle, heir of the third. But doesnt know why. In the first two books Hayle is killed in one, Vox at the end of the other. So third time is the charm, right?
But which man will she choose and can they be saved this time. Vox as first heir has no future with Avalon, she is too lowly and he will have to marry as his father dictates. And Hayle declares she is his soul tie or soul mate, so the decision is clear, except it isnt. Avalon loves them both. But with looming political strife and upheaval ahead can she save them both this time?
Spoiler alert ****
The ending confused me, it finished so abruptly. Avalon is made aware of her ability in the final pages and uses it, but it leaves more questions than answers. It just felt rushed and I felt left up in the air. And the author introduced a major new character and twist right at the end but this wasnt developed. I know she stated she is working on new books focusing on this new character but this story ended just like that.
And she stated this the final novel in the ninth line series. So we dont know what happens with Avalon, Vox and Hayle going forward. But if you join the author's Patreon you can get exclusive access, like wtf? This is a shoddy way to treat loyal readers imo.
It maybe that Avalon and co will feature heavily in the future books but I just feel like I've been tricked into enjoying a series that doesnt appear to have a conclusion. The rest of the book is ok, there's a bit of MFM action but that abrupt ending ruined it for me.
Anyone familiar with the first two books knows the story, Avalon Halherd, daughter of the ninth line is conscripted to train at Boellium college as a solider. Each line, 1-12 lives in a different part of Ebrus, and each have their own magical abilities, except the further down the lines you go the weaker the magic becomes and the poorer and less powerful that line is. As a member of the ninth Avalon has very little magic, once able to see the future that ability has all but died out.
As this is the third time she has entered the college (although that is information we the reader, not Avalon knows as her memory gets wiped) she is once again inexplicably drawn to Vox, heir of the first line, as well as Hayle, heir of the third. But doesnt know why. In the first two books Hayle is killed in one, Vox at the end of the other. So third time is the charm, right?
But which man will she choose and can they be saved this time. Vox as first heir has no future with Avalon, she is too lowly and he will have to marry as his father dictates. And Hayle declares she is his soul tie or soul mate, so the decision is clear, except it isnt. Avalon loves them both. But with looming political strife and upheaval ahead can she save them both this time?
Spoiler alert ****
The ending confused me, it finished so abruptly. Avalon is made aware of her ability in the final pages and uses it, but it leaves more questions than answers. It just felt rushed and I felt left up in the air. And the author introduced a major new character and twist right at the end but this wasnt developed. I know she stated she is working on new books focusing on this new character but this story ended just like that.
And she stated this the final novel in the ninth line series. So we dont know what happens with Avalon, Vox and Hayle going forward. But if you join the author's Patreon you can get exclusive access, like wtf? This is a shoddy way to treat loyal readers imo.
It maybe that Avalon and co will feature heavily in the future books but I just feel like I've been tricked into enjoying a series that doesnt appear to have a conclusion. The rest of the book is ok, there's a bit of MFM action but that abrupt ending ruined it for me.
September 24, 2025
Confused
I think this could be a good book, but honestly, it's too confusing to keep up with all the little details that happen in which timeline. I'm even MORE annoyed that Avalon doesn't remember it each time. Like, how is this your power, and you don't retain any of the information you've learned throughout it.
That just doesn't make any sense to me. This was the longest book with the last amount of information in it. I wanted to live it because the premise sounds like it should be awesome, but by the third conscription day, I think I was already over it. 🤷🏽♀️
I just hate reading the same storyline over and over with minute changes, but essentially, the same thing happens. I enjoyed the characters and how they were written. I just do wish the pacing was better and that the progression of the story wasn't so stilted. It seems like as I'm finally getting into it, she blows the world up and starts over. Super ANNOYING, especially when they never truly explain anything along the way.
Currently a 2.5/5
I think this could be a good book, but honestly, it's too confusing to keep up with all the little details that happen in which timeline. I'm even MORE annoyed that Avalon doesn't remember it each time. Like, how is this your power, and you don't retain any of the information you've learned throughout it.
That just doesn't make any sense to me. This was the longest book with the last amount of information in it. I wanted to live it because the premise sounds like it should be awesome, but by the third conscription day, I think I was already over it. 🤷🏽♀️
I just hate reading the same storyline over and over with minute changes, but essentially, the same thing happens. I enjoyed the characters and how they were written. I just do wish the pacing was better and that the progression of the story wasn't so stilted. It seems like as I'm finally getting into it, she blows the world up and starts over. Super ANNOYING, especially when they never truly explain anything along the way.
Currently a 2.5/5
December 18, 2025
I was afraid of this. Another cliffhanger. Lucky for me I’m taking really extensive notes about this odd set of novellas.
This story is basically Groundhog Day set in a fantasy mage war college. So far, parts 1-3 (aka book 1) are the same story, but a do-over of the previous one. So far all three have ended in disaster. Or at least we can’t tell if Part 3 is a disaster yet.
Part 3 does finally have a breakthrough, but there’s definitely a rough road ahead.
Disappointments: 1) Hayle’s dirty talk is pretty awkward, and 2) huge library involvement was teased, and IM SO READY FOR IT.
McGinty is writing this book chapter by chapter on Patreon. Eventually it will all be compiled.
Parts 1-3=Book 1 As of 12/2025, this set is complete.
Parts 4-6=Book 2
Advice to readers: if you can’t read all 3 parts in succession you’re going to be very frustrated. I’m very invested in the story (and am forgetful), so I’ve taken lots of notes.
This story is basically Groundhog Day set in a fantasy mage war college. So far, parts 1-3 (aka book 1) are the same story, but a do-over of the previous one. So far all three have ended in disaster. Or at least we can’t tell if Part 3 is a disaster yet.
Part 3 does finally have a breakthrough, but there’s definitely a rough road ahead.
Disappointments: 1) Hayle’s dirty talk is pretty awkward, and 2) huge library involvement was teased, and IM SO READY FOR IT.
McGinty is writing this book chapter by chapter on Patreon. Eventually it will all be compiled.
Parts 1-3=Book 1 As of 12/2025, this set is complete.
Parts 4-6=Book 2
Advice to readers: if you can’t read all 3 parts in succession you’re going to be very frustrated. I’m very invested in the story (and am forgetful), so I’ve taken lots of notes.
September 12, 2025
GRACE MIDDLE NAME MCGINTY!!
How dare you finish this part of the book off!
I love this series. My favorite from Grace has always been Tryst in the Dark/Last Chance Omega and then Dark River Days. This has shot up to the top.
I will say this, I love how Grace comes up with her ideas, and the way she writes them and executes them is amazing. I just need more of this. She says ultimately this will be a duet but like i could do with some novellas, (like from Ellanora maybe) Just love this idea.
I love the way that Vox, Hayle, and Avalon work together. And seeing them grow in the three parts has been amazing to read (also annoying because Grace is a meanie head and the cliffies were hard…)
Definitely recommend!
How dare you finish this part of the book off!
I love this series. My favorite from Grace has always been Tryst in the Dark/Last Chance Omega and then Dark River Days. This has shot up to the top.
I will say this, I love how Grace comes up with her ideas, and the way she writes them and executes them is amazing. I just need more of this. She says ultimately this will be a duet but like i could do with some novellas, (like from Ellanora maybe) Just love this idea.
I love the way that Vox, Hayle, and Avalon work together. And seeing them grow in the three parts has been amazing to read (also annoying because Grace is a meanie head and the cliffies were hard…)
Definitely recommend!
September 15, 2025
Chapters 13, 14, and 20
That’s it. That’s the review. Because everything leading up to this book has been about this coming together. I can’t even speak about that last few pages because, WOW, WHAT. THE. F…
And here I thought this was a complete trilogy of novellas, only to find out, these novellas are meant to be a whole book 1 of a duet. I’ve been fleeced so hard and I freaking love it. I’m pretty sure this is my first official Grace McGinty story even though I’ve had her on my TBR for a long while now. I’m not even mad this was the one to pop that cherry because I am honest to god officially stalker level OBSESSED.
That’s it. That’s the review. Because everything leading up to this book has been about this coming together. I can’t even speak about that last few pages because, WOW, WHAT. THE. F…
And here I thought this was a complete trilogy of novellas, only to find out, these novellas are meant to be a whole book 1 of a duet. I’ve been fleeced so hard and I freaking love it. I’m pretty sure this is my first official Grace McGinty story even though I’ve had her on my TBR for a long while now. I’m not even mad this was the one to pop that cherry because I am honest to god officially stalker level OBSESSED.
September 15, 2025
I love you Grace
I will patiently wait because I know this series is going to be epic.
6 stars ⭐️
This prequel novella situation has me pacing while clutching my kindle for dear life as I read. It’s so well done. For people saying it’s repetitive…………you’re missing the magic and you clearly don’t enjoy the little things in life. I cannot wait to continue reading. I love the found family, the fighting for what’s right, the love forming between our fmc and her consorts. Ugh 😩 just read and enjoy the ride.
I will patiently wait because I know this series is going to be epic.
6 stars ⭐️
This prequel novella situation has me pacing while clutching my kindle for dear life as I read. It’s so well done. For people saying it’s repetitive…………you’re missing the magic and you clearly don’t enjoy the little things in life. I cannot wait to continue reading. I love the found family, the fighting for what’s right, the love forming between our fmc and her consorts. Ugh 😩 just read and enjoy the ride.
October 26, 2025
Daughter of the Ninth Line: Part 3, is the third installment of the Line of Ebrus series. I borrowed the ebook through Kindle Unlimited (KU). This series is strange in an interesting way, the constant resets are frustrating, but the reader learns more each time as the story unfolds. Again. Never in the same way. This appears to be a serial series with more installments to come. This is not a favored format, so I'll stop here, even though the storyline continues on.
September 13, 2025
DNF. MFM. So honestly, this book was better than the first two parts, mainly because it’s different than the first two. Imo the author miscalculated on how to write these books. I would’ve been more invested in this story if i’d only read book 3; now, I’m dnf’ing book 3 because I’m honestly still bored (even though yes, the book is better than part 1&2). L
October 5, 2025
excellent
I adore the premise of this story. I know for part two alot of people complained about how it was a “retelling” and how she didn’t change anything but I saw the changes I loved learning about the characters and the influence Avolon had. This part was awesome. I loved seeing it all come together and learning little bits and pieces more. I cannot wait for book 2
I adore the premise of this story. I know for part two alot of people complained about how it was a “retelling” and how she didn’t change anything but I saw the changes I loved learning about the characters and the influence Avolon had. This part was awesome. I loved seeing it all come together and learning little bits and pieces more. I cannot wait for book 2
November 1, 2025
No...not again...
I should have known better
It was to good to be true
My heart was finally healed for these characters
But instead, you...
Really now, everything was finally in place. She was happy, they were happy! And boom...!
Raging right now (after sobbing)...5 stars! Highly recommend!
I should have known better
It was to good to be true
My heart was finally healed for these characters
But instead, you...
Really now, everything was finally in place. She was happy, they were happy! And boom...!
Raging right now (after sobbing)...5 stars! Highly recommend!
December 16, 2025
Lord help the cliffhanger!
I love anything Grace McGinty writes. Her book never disappoints. I love the fact that Hayle and Vox are finally on the same page with loving Avalon and that she finally finds out what she is. I cannot wait to read the next installment of this story. It just keeps getting better and better.
I love anything Grace McGinty writes. Her book never disappoints. I love the fact that Hayle and Vox are finally on the same page with loving Avalon and that she finally finds out what she is. I cannot wait to read the next installment of this story. It just keeps getting better and better.
September 3, 2025
Goodness
Something Grace does well is these twists and turns.
I was so worried that there would be another part four because I couldn’t believe I’d have to relive ‘those’ parts again. Love my MMCs.
Bring on book 2
Something Grace does well is these twists and turns.
I was so worried that there would be another part four because I couldn’t believe I’d have to relive ‘those’ parts again. Love my MMCs.
Bring on book 2
September 3, 2025
Ugh the suspense kills me!
I am really loving the series so far, the characters are awesome. The setting is so good and the suspense is driving me nuts! I need the whole thing all at once! More please asap!
I am really loving the series so far, the characters are awesome. The setting is so good and the suspense is driving me nuts! I need the whole thing all at once! More please asap!
September 4, 2025
Very enjoyable
Oh my goodness! I really hate cliffhangers. I really can't wait to see what happens next for them especially who that guy is and what he wants. I'm glad everything worked out for Avalon, Hayle and Vox.
Oh my goodness! I really hate cliffhangers. I really can't wait to see what happens next for them especially who that guy is and what he wants. I'm glad everything worked out for Avalon, Hayle and Vox.
September 5, 2025
So Freaking Good!
This series has captured my heart and imagination. The storytelling is excellent. As a long time fan of Ms McGinty's work, I feel that this is her best ever. Can't wait for the next installment.
This series has captured my heart and imagination. The storytelling is excellent. As a long time fan of Ms McGinty's work, I feel that this is her best ever. Can't wait for the next installment.
September 5, 2025
loved it.
I loved the first book but I had a hard time with the second book but got through it and it took me a little to read the third but I’m so glad I did. It was worth it. I can’t wait for the next book.
I loved the first book but I had a hard time with the second book but got through it and it took me a little to read the third but I’m so glad I did. It was worth it. I can’t wait for the next book.
September 15, 2025
Love it!!
I love how this series is written. It is so creative. While I'm glad the most recent reset was a short one, I'm terrified of the future possibilities. 😫 Can't wait for the next one! The best series give you the biggest feels!!
I love how this series is written. It is so creative. While I'm glad the most recent reset was a short one, I'm terrified of the future possibilities. 😫 Can't wait for the next one! The best series give you the biggest feels!!
September 15, 2025
Not finished?
I guess I'm still confused.. Every time it restarts I think my brain gets mumbled. I LOVE the story line and the characters but I NEED to understand what comes next or what happened before? I thought this was the last book but turns out its not..
I guess I'm still confused.. Every time it restarts I think my brain gets mumbled. I LOVE the story line and the characters but I NEED to understand what comes next or what happened before? I thought this was the last book but turns out its not..
October 18, 2025
Finally but good
Finally but good. I thought if I had to reread this one more time I was done. BUT Grace brought it together. And I’m actually looking forward to seeing where it goes from here.
Finally but good. I thought if I had to reread this one more time I was done. BUT Grace brought it together. And I’m actually looking forward to seeing where it goes from here.
October 21, 2025
Amazing! These books are my favourite of this year! I was hooked from the start. Character development and world building are chefs kiss. I’m so excited to see what happens next. I can already tell this is a series I will read over and over.
November 3, 2025
Really interesting!
This is one of the most interesting books I’ve read in a long time . The author has a great imagination to come up with this storyline. Can’t wait to see where it goes.
This is one of the most interesting books I’ve read in a long time . The author has a great imagination to come up with this storyline. Can’t wait to see where it goes.
November 7, 2025
Okay I'm not sure how to feel. Nothing feels finished. I guess there's going to be more. For three (albeit short) books it feels incomplete.
Oh also the ONE sex scene was literally so fast like why was it better in the first two books?
Oh also the ONE sex scene was literally so fast like why was it better in the first two books?
December 13, 2025
Loved it!
These books were terrific.
I loved bit knowing what was going to change in this book, compared to the last two.
Can't wait to see how this all comes together!
Highly recommend.
These books were terrific.
I loved bit knowing what was going to change in this book, compared to the last two.
Can't wait to see how this all comes together!
Highly recommend.
December 14, 2025
Finally some forward plot movement. I am not a fan of repeating what I read so I’m glad we got some forward movement. I’m intrigued about the new plot twist and where this is going. Let’s hope book 2 has less restarts!
January 6, 2026
Baited for $
Why this book lead to a paid site like a only fans or something for i guess reading the rest of the story! I enjoyed the books but darn to hook your readers to get sent to a over $1000. A month to keep reading a story SUCKS!
Why this book lead to a paid site like a only fans or something for i guess reading the rest of the story! I enjoyed the books but darn to hook your readers to get sent to a over $1000. A month to keep reading a story SUCKS!
September 1, 2025
IT CAN'T END LIKE THIS. WHERE IS PART FOUR?! 😭
This little series has been the most intense and emotional roller-coaster I have ever been on. the whiplash is going to leave me ruined.
This little series has been the most intense and emotional roller-coaster I have ever been on. the whiplash is going to leave me ruined.
September 4, 2025
Amazing concept
I love the concept of this book it's incredibly unique. The ending was a huge cliffhanger but I know book 2 will be worth it.
I love the concept of this book it's incredibly unique. The ending was a huge cliffhanger but I know book 2 will be worth it.
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