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Hidden Legends: University of Sorcery #4
The Griffin Knight
Soulmates spark a revolution.
Emma
My mate is being tried for treason, and I’m running out of time to find the Crystals of Harmony. We’ve looked everywhere for the griffin stone, but it remains out of reach.
Then our worst fears are realized. The griffin stone lies with the Black Claw. To find it, we’ll have to become members of the cult.
The only way to stop the extinction of the fae is to join the dark side. By connecting with my Unseelie past, we have a chance to end the king’s reign of terror.
I’ll be leading the charge when it’s time to bring the monarchy down.
Ethan
My greatest secret has been revealed, and my life is on the line. I’m on trial for crimes against the crown, and by the looks of it, my head is going to roll.
But there’s greater things at risk than my neck. A movement is burning throughout the city. Shifters and sorceresses are joining together, to rise up against oppression and free Malovia.
It only takes one spark to ignite a revolution. Emma and I are about to strike the match.
***
The fight for the crown continues in Book Four of the Hidden Legends: University of Sorcery series. Indulge in this fantasy fae saga at a magic academy where darkness reigns and shifters rule. This is a werewolf romance book with plenty of dragons, steamy situations, and strong heroines.
This is a full length novel over 400 pages. Recommended reading age 18+
Emma
My mate is being tried for treason, and I’m running out of time to find the Crystals of Harmony. We’ve looked everywhere for the griffin stone, but it remains out of reach.
Then our worst fears are realized. The griffin stone lies with the Black Claw. To find it, we’ll have to become members of the cult.
The only way to stop the extinction of the fae is to join the dark side. By connecting with my Unseelie past, we have a chance to end the king’s reign of terror.
I’ll be leading the charge when it’s time to bring the monarchy down.
Ethan
My greatest secret has been revealed, and my life is on the line. I’m on trial for crimes against the crown, and by the looks of it, my head is going to roll.
But there’s greater things at risk than my neck. A movement is burning throughout the city. Shifters and sorceresses are joining together, to rise up against oppression and free Malovia.
It only takes one spark to ignite a revolution. Emma and I are about to strike the match.
***
The fight for the crown continues in Book Four of the Hidden Legends: University of Sorcery series. Indulge in this fantasy fae saga at a magic academy where darkness reigns and shifters rule. This is a werewolf romance book with plenty of dragons, steamy situations, and strong heroines.
This is a full length novel over 400 pages. Recommended reading age 18+
412 pages, Kindle Edition
Published April 5, 2021
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About the author
Megan Linski
98 books568 followersMegan Linski lives in Michigan. She is the author of more than fifty fantasy and paranormal novels which feature themes of friendship, community, and healthy romantic relationships. She has over fifteen years of experience writing books alongside working as a journalist and editor. She graduated from the University of Iowa, where she studied Creative Writing.
Her passions include ice skating and horseback riding. In her free time she enjoys dancing in the snow and drinking fancy coffee while at her natural habitat, the mall.
Megan advocates for the rights of the disabled, and is an activist for mental health awareness.
Megan co-writes the Hidden Legends Universe with Alicia Rades. She also writes under the pen name of Natalie Erin for the Creatures of the Lands series, co-authored by Krisen Lison.
Awards Megan has won include;
Best Fantasy Book of the Year 2019 by Once Upon a Book
Best Co-Authored Book of the Year 2022 by Once Upon a Book
Author of the Year 2022 by Once Upon a Book
Keynote Speaker at Once Upon a Book 2023
Best Book Friends (Ava and Kallie) 2023 by Once Upon a Book
Featured in the FOX Teen Choice Awards Gift Baskets
Two-time Reader's Favorite Five Star Read (Bronze Medal Finalist)
Winner of Amazon's Kindle Scout Competition
Her passions include ice skating and horseback riding. In her free time she enjoys dancing in the snow and drinking fancy coffee while at her natural habitat, the mall.
Megan advocates for the rights of the disabled, and is an activist for mental health awareness.
Megan co-writes the Hidden Legends Universe with Alicia Rades. She also writes under the pen name of Natalie Erin for the Creatures of the Lands series, co-authored by Krisen Lison.
Awards Megan has won include;
Best Fantasy Book of the Year 2019 by Once Upon a Book
Best Co-Authored Book of the Year 2022 by Once Upon a Book
Author of the Year 2022 by Once Upon a Book
Keynote Speaker at Once Upon a Book 2023
Best Book Friends (Ava and Kallie) 2023 by Once Upon a Book
Featured in the FOX Teen Choice Awards Gift Baskets
Two-time Reader's Favorite Five Star Read (Bronze Medal Finalist)
Winner of Amazon's Kindle Scout Competition
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September 2, 2025
Once again I was hooked with the storyline and characters! I love the focus on each faction per book. Gives you more back story on the history of Malovia and The Black claw. Now on to book 5. I almost don’t want it to end!
April 13, 2021
The war for Malovia is continuing in The Griffin Knight, the fourth book in the Hidden Legends University of Sorcery series and it was epic. I forget just how much I love this series until I am totally immersed in it. Really there is nothing like it, the magic, the characters, the world-building, and the descriptions draw such a complete picture I can't help but be drawn in, can't help but love the series and The Griffin Knight is no exception.
Elijah and Gabby have made a mess of the magical fae country, Malovia. There is violence, crime, homelessness, brutal deaths, healthcare issues, and so much more. The country is in disarray because of Elijah's and Gabby's horrible beliefs and need for power. All of the fae are suffering and they've decided to fight back, they decided it's time for a revolution but revolution isn't without loss and heartbreak. Things get pretty bloody and pretty bad in this book, not to mention a couple of plot twists that kinda blew my world but added so much to the story. Including a more in-depth look at the Black Claw. The gang knows of Elijah's connection to the cult and goes digging for answers about what the cult has been up to and what Elijah may be planning.
Emma, Ethan, and the gang are right in the middle of everything. Their war with Elijah and Gabby is on, not to mention the hunt for the stones to stop the death of all fae kind. Ethan is fighting back in little ways with the movement, while Emma is concentrating on learning her Unseelie magic, thinking it may come in handy in the future. Ethan and Emma have both come so far, Ethan with his hero complex has been curb and he learned his lesson of not talking things through Emma, and it's Emma's turn to go through something and Ethan is right there beside her. I love the relationship that Emma and Ethan have now, how they connect to each other, support and worry about each other and listing to each other, give one what the other needs. It really is a beautiful relationship that has grown into what both Emma and Ethan need.
One of my favorite things about this book is the overall group bond. They are all so close, they have a great friendship, they are there for the bad times and celebrate the good times. They are all fighting to stop the atrocities occurring in their country, they are all working on the prophecy and the overall vibe is something of a close-knit family, something very true and something that will last. The group has a closeness that can't be traded and hopefully won't be broken. I also loved the magic in this book, learning about Unseelie magic with Emma, Authur, and their grandparents, and seeing them work on their Seelie powers at school is all fascinating. Then there was the visit to the griffin city, which was great, the descriptions had me wishing I could go there. However, my absolute favorite thing is seeing Emma learn more about the fae gods and the festivals/holidays that they celebrate with the unique (magical) animals that make an appearance truly turns this book into something magical.
A lot of things happened in The Griffin Knight, a lot was revealed. More of the prophecy was laid out, including a shocking revelation, a nasty attack that I didn't see coming, plus more jaw-dropping moments including the lengths that Elijah and Gabby have gone to. Someone's past is revealed, a future possibility is unfurled, and the present is nothing but chaos. The last few chapters of the story had my jaw dropped with an ending I did not see coming, heck I didn't see most of this coming and it was great. I love the University of Sorcery series and I can't wait for the next book in the series, Shifter Empire is coming soon.
Elijah and Gabby have made a mess of the magical fae country, Malovia. There is violence, crime, homelessness, brutal deaths, healthcare issues, and so much more. The country is in disarray because of Elijah's and Gabby's horrible beliefs and need for power. All of the fae are suffering and they've decided to fight back, they decided it's time for a revolution but revolution isn't without loss and heartbreak. Things get pretty bloody and pretty bad in this book, not to mention a couple of plot twists that kinda blew my world but added so much to the story. Including a more in-depth look at the Black Claw. The gang knows of Elijah's connection to the cult and goes digging for answers about what the cult has been up to and what Elijah may be planning.
Emma, Ethan, and the gang are right in the middle of everything. Their war with Elijah and Gabby is on, not to mention the hunt for the stones to stop the death of all fae kind. Ethan is fighting back in little ways with the movement, while Emma is concentrating on learning her Unseelie magic, thinking it may come in handy in the future. Ethan and Emma have both come so far, Ethan with his hero complex has been curb and he learned his lesson of not talking things through Emma, and it's Emma's turn to go through something and Ethan is right there beside her. I love the relationship that Emma and Ethan have now, how they connect to each other, support and worry about each other and listing to each other, give one what the other needs. It really is a beautiful relationship that has grown into what both Emma and Ethan need.
One of my favorite things about this book is the overall group bond. They are all so close, they have a great friendship, they are there for the bad times and celebrate the good times. They are all fighting to stop the atrocities occurring in their country, they are all working on the prophecy and the overall vibe is something of a close-knit family, something very true and something that will last. The group has a closeness that can't be traded and hopefully won't be broken. I also loved the magic in this book, learning about Unseelie magic with Emma, Authur, and their grandparents, and seeing them work on their Seelie powers at school is all fascinating. Then there was the visit to the griffin city, which was great, the descriptions had me wishing I could go there. However, my absolute favorite thing is seeing Emma learn more about the fae gods and the festivals/holidays that they celebrate with the unique (magical) animals that make an appearance truly turns this book into something magical.
A lot of things happened in The Griffin Knight, a lot was revealed. More of the prophecy was laid out, including a shocking revelation, a nasty attack that I didn't see coming, plus more jaw-dropping moments including the lengths that Elijah and Gabby have gone to. Someone's past is revealed, a future possibility is unfurled, and the present is nothing but chaos. The last few chapters of the story had my jaw dropped with an ending I did not see coming, heck I didn't see most of this coming and it was great. I love the University of Sorcery series and I can't wait for the next book in the series, Shifter Empire is coming soon.
April 13, 2021
Emma is looking for the Crystals of Harmony this time around. She has looked high and low without any luck in locating the griffin stone and time is running out. Besides Emma has more than just the griffin stone on her mind at the moment her soulmate Ethan has been jailed for crimes against the crown. If he is found guilty he could be executed.
When they finally locate the griffin stone they learn that it lies with some very dark and evil people. They will have to bring out their dark side if they ever have a chance of recovering the griffin stone. And when their dark side shows its ugly head they will just have to hope that their good side is stronger if they are to survive in the end.
The opening pages of The Griffin Knight are so very intense and sad and lead right up to the action. The action is constant throughout the whole book as it never lets up from beginning to end. Ethan, Emma, and the whole crew fight one battle after another just to save their lives and that of the fae. They have to face trials and challenges one after another on their search for the griffin stone.
The Griffin Knight brings out all the feelings. It had me in tears on more than one occasion. I felt sadness, happiness, anger, frustration plus a whole lot more. I saw it all playing out in my head as if I was right there fighting with them as if I was a part of the team. I felt as if I was soaring through the air on one of the dragon's back as the rest of the battle played out all around me.
I can’t wait for the next installment in the Hidden Legends: University of Sorcery series. I can’t wait to see how it all plays out and see where all the characters take us on their next journey.
If you are into magic, fae, shifters with lots of battle scenes then you are in for a treat with The Griffin Stone. One-click your copy of The Griffin Stone today to begin this epic battle to save the fae. I do suggest that you check out the rest of the series while you're at it.
When they finally locate the griffin stone they learn that it lies with some very dark and evil people. They will have to bring out their dark side if they ever have a chance of recovering the griffin stone. And when their dark side shows its ugly head they will just have to hope that their good side is stronger if they are to survive in the end.
The opening pages of The Griffin Knight are so very intense and sad and lead right up to the action. The action is constant throughout the whole book as it never lets up from beginning to end. Ethan, Emma, and the whole crew fight one battle after another just to save their lives and that of the fae. They have to face trials and challenges one after another on their search for the griffin stone.
The Griffin Knight brings out all the feelings. It had me in tears on more than one occasion. I felt sadness, happiness, anger, frustration plus a whole lot more. I saw it all playing out in my head as if I was right there fighting with them as if I was a part of the team. I felt as if I was soaring through the air on one of the dragon's back as the rest of the battle played out all around me.
I can’t wait for the next installment in the Hidden Legends: University of Sorcery series. I can’t wait to see how it all plays out and see where all the characters take us on their next journey.
If you are into magic, fae, shifters with lots of battle scenes then you are in for a treat with The Griffin Stone. One-click your copy of The Griffin Stone today to begin this epic battle to save the fae. I do suggest that you check out the rest of the series while you're at it.
November 29, 2025
The Griffin Knight (Hidden Legends: University of Sorcery Book 4) ~~ This book is war — physical and emotional. The battles are massive, the stakes are deadly, and every choice costs something. The character development is unmatched. Loyalty, sacrifice, and bravery are everything here.
Ethan and Emma’s relationship becomes even more powerful and heartbreaking as they fight not only for each other but for everyone depending on them.
The Audible version felt like a movie. The battle scenes especially — unreal. I listened while driving, cleaning, cooking — earbuds in, completely gone from reality.
I would definitely recommend this book and series and can’t wait to start on the next book. If you want to know what happens next, you’ll just have to read this series yourself — you won’t regret it.
Ethan and Emma’s relationship becomes even more powerful and heartbreaking as they fight not only for each other but for everyone depending on them.
The Audible version felt like a movie. The battle scenes especially — unreal. I listened while driving, cleaning, cooking — earbuds in, completely gone from reality.
I would definitely recommend this book and series and can’t wait to start on the next book. If you want to know what happens next, you’ll just have to read this series yourself — you won’t regret it.
March 18, 2023
The Griffin Knight is the fourth book in the Hidden Legends : University of Sorcery serie by Megan Linski.
Emma's mate is been trial for treason and she is running out of time to find the remaining Crystals of Harmony. They had look everywhere for the Griffin Stone and it seems out of reach. And Emma and Ethan worts fear comes when they learn that the stone is in the end of the Black Claw. The only way to get a chance to get it will be to join the cult. By connecting to her Unsellie side , they might get a chance to stop the monarchy and the war that is comming their way.
I really love it and cannot wait to start reading the next book.
Emma's mate is been trial for treason and she is running out of time to find the remaining Crystals of Harmony. They had look everywhere for the Griffin Stone and it seems out of reach. And Emma and Ethan worts fear comes when they learn that the stone is in the end of the Black Claw. The only way to get a chance to get it will be to join the cult. By connecting to her Unsellie side , they might get a chance to stop the monarchy and the war that is comming their way.
I really love it and cannot wait to start reading the next book.
April 19, 2024
Emma and Ethan are thrown into the thick again. Ethan is on trial for treason, which could end in a death sentence. Emma is in a race for the Crystals of Harmony with the royalty of Malovia.
This tale resides in multiple genres, including Romantic Fantasy, Fantasy Romance, and Paranormal & Urban Fantasy. While the story starts rather grimly, it eventually turns around to turn downward once more. Ultimately, the end suggests things are about to improve overall.
Action-packed. Entertaining. Great world building. Haunting. Romantic. Scary. Steamy. Tragic. Unpredictable. Whimsical. Wonderful characters.
I received a review copy of this book from a third party. This is my honest review.
This tale resides in multiple genres, including Romantic Fantasy, Fantasy Romance, and Paranormal & Urban Fantasy. While the story starts rather grimly, it eventually turns around to turn downward once more. Ultimately, the end suggests things are about to improve overall.
Action-packed. Entertaining. Great world building. Haunting. Romantic. Scary. Steamy. Tragic. Unpredictable. Whimsical. Wonderful characters.
I received a review copy of this book from a third party. This is my honest review.
April 6, 2021
An Epic Installment of the Gryffin Knight!
I have to say this to get it out of my system. This particular book got me feeling.. Idon't know.. subdued. I think?
Sure, they find the way to get their next mission completed, but at what cost? So many battles, so much drama.
Welp, I'ma say this. I LOVE THIS BOOK!!!!!
Seriously, on the edge of my seat waiting for the next installment along with the College of Witchcraft serie.
Great job Megan and Alicia, another epic book!
I have to say this to get it out of my system. This particular book got me feeling.. Idon't know.. subdued. I think?
Sure, they find the way to get their next mission completed, but at what cost? So many battles, so much drama.
Welp, I'ma say this. I LOVE THIS BOOK!!!!!
Seriously, on the edge of my seat waiting for the next installment along with the College of Witchcraft serie.
Great job Megan and Alicia, another epic book!
April 11, 2021
So Freaking Amazing!
This book is overwhelmingly good but make sure you have the wine and tissues ready!
I cried, laughed, screamed, swooned and that's just the tip of the crazy iceberg you're gonna hit all through this thrilling story!
It's insanity in it's most delicious form yet so achingly frustrating! It's. A. Must. Read!
This book is overwhelmingly good but make sure you have the wine and tissues ready!
I cried, laughed, screamed, swooned and that's just the tip of the crazy iceberg you're gonna hit all through this thrilling story!
It's insanity in it's most delicious form yet so achingly frustrating! It's. A. Must. Read!
April 11, 2021
Great continuation of the series. The story flows well and keeps you interested until the end.
May 3, 2021
one word: legendary
just as perfect as the rest of the series
just as perfect as the rest of the series
May 30, 2021
Love for Malovia
Unseelie Fae vs Seelie Fae. Dethroned Prince vs. Tyrant King. Cruel Queen vs. Worldweaver. Will Ethan follow in his late Father’s Throne?
Unseelie Fae vs Seelie Fae. Dethroned Prince vs. Tyrant King. Cruel Queen vs. Worldweaver. Will Ethan follow in his late Father’s Throne?
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September 5, 2024Audiobook
August 21, 2025
Omg loved this book so much!!! The characters development is on the slower side but keeps getting so much better as the books go on! OBESSED!!
April 14, 2021
Its a good book. the thing is its the same as all the other books. the same things happen in each and every book. So I predicted the outline and mostly got it right.
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