Step into the enchanting world of “The Black Witch Chronicles,” a captivating young adult progression fantasy series penned by the talented author Laurie Forest. This compelling narrative unfolds in a realm where magic and politics intersect, following the extraordinary journey of Elloren Gardner. As the last of the black witches, Elloren’s life takes a dramatic turn when she enters Verpax University, a prestigious institution steeped in mysticism and danger.

The Black Witch Chronicles is a young adult progression fantasy series by author Laurie Forest. The series follows the story of Elloren Gardner, a student at the prestigious Verpax University, who is thrust into a world of politics and magic when she discovers she is the last of the black witches.

The Black Witch: An Epic Fantasy Novel (The Black Witch Chronicles Book 1) 

Powerful magic. A deadly legacy. A world at the edge of war. Prepare to be spellbound by The Black Witch.

Elloren Gardner is the spitting image of her grandmother, who drove back the enemy forces in the last Realm War. But while her people believe she will follow in her grandmother’s footsteps and become the next Black Witch of prophecy, Elloren is devoid of power in a society that prizes magical ability above all else.

When she is granted the opportunity to pursue her dream of becoming an apothecary, Elloren joins her brothers at Verpax University. But she soon realizes that the university may be the most treacherous place of all for the granddaughter of the Black Witch.

As evil looms and the pressure to live up to her heritage builds, Elloren’s best hope of survival may be among a secret band of rebels…if only she can find the courage to trust those she’s been taught to fear.

The Iron Flower (The Black Witch Chronicles Book 2)

Dark forces are on the rise in this sweeping sequel to The Black Witch by critically acclaimed author Laurie Forest.

Elloren Gardner and her friends were only seeking to right a few wrongs when they rescued a Selkie and freed a military dragon. The last thing they expected was to be thrust into a realm-wide underground resistance against Gardnerian conquest.

While the Resistance fights the harsh rulings of the Mage Council, Gardnerian soldiers descend upon the University…led by none other than Lukas Grey, now commander of the nearby military base. Though Elloren tries to keep him at arm’s length, Lukas is determined to tie himself to her, convinced that she’s the heir to the power of the Black Witch, a legacy that will decide the future of Erthia. As his magic calls to her, Elloren finds it more and more difficult to believe she’s truly powerless, as her uncle always claimed.

The Shadow Wand (The Black Witch Chronicles Book 3)

HER WORLD-ALTERING SECRET CAN’T BE HIDDEN MUCH LONGER

Elloren Gardner hides the most powerful secret in all Erthia—she is the Black Witch of Prophecy, and destined to triumph…or be used as the ultimate weapon of destruction.

Separated from everyone she loves, isolated and hunted, Elloren must turn to the last person she can trust—her fastmate, Commander Lukas Grey. With the Mage forces of Gardneria poised to conquer all of Erthia, Elloren has no choice but to ally with Lukas and combine their power to keep herself out of the hands of Gardnerian leader Marcus Vogel…the holder of the all-consuming Shadow Wand.

With just weeks to train to become a warrior, and no control over her magic, Elloren finds unexpected allies among those under orders to kill her. It’s time to step up. To fight back. And to forge onward through the most devastating loss yet.

The Demon Tide (The Black Witch Chronicles Book 4)

Nothing can stop the demon tide. Don’t miss the epic fourth book in The Black Witch Chronicles by critically acclaimed fantasy author Laurie Forest.

Newly exposed as the Black Witch of Prophecy, Elloren Gardner Grey is on the run, not knowing if she’ll find friends or foes. With her fastmate, Lukas Grey, either dead or in the hands of High Mage Marcus Vogel, Elloren knows the only chance of turning the tide of the coming war is to seek allies who will listen long enough not to kill her on sight.

In the Eastern Realm, Water Fae Tierney Calix and Elloren’s brother Trystan have joined the Wyvernguard to prepare for Vogel’s attack. But Trystan is fighting on two fronts, as the most despised and least trusted member of the guard. And Tierney’s bond with Erthia’s most powerful river has exposed a danger even more terrifying than the looming war.

The Black Witch is back, and the Prophecy is at hand. It’s time to fight. But Vogel has one more earth-shattering revelation for them all.

 

The Dryad Storm (The Black Witch Chronicles Book 5)

Who can survive the Shadow storm? 

Black Witch of prophecy Elloren Gardner Grey has unleashed her powers and embraced her legacy as a Dryad and guardian of the Forest. But the losses—of life, of love—have been almost too great to withstand as the Shadow continues to devour the world. With only a tattered shred of hope remaining, the Bearers of the Wand of Myth must battle their way back to each other to mount a final stand.

But Elloren and her allies are not only facing Mage Vogel’s advancing forces—the armies of the Eastern Realm will stop at nothing to see the Black Witch struck down.

With Elloren’s bonded mate prophesied to kill her, Shadow demons rising, and the ties between allies unraveling, can this fracturing world unite to face down the coming storm?

 

 

Conclusion:

“The Black Witch Chronicles” by Laurie Forest is a mesmerizing young adult progression fantasy series that delves into the complex world of magic, politics, and self-discovery. In a society that values magical prowess above all else, Elloren Gardner’s journey from powerlessness to potential greatness serves as a powerful and inspirational tale for readers of all ages.

The series commences with “The Black Witch,” where Elloren Gardner, the granddaughter of a legendary Black Witch, faces immense pressure to embrace her destiny. However, devoid of magical abilities, she embarks on a perilous journey to Verpax University, a place filled with treacherous secrets and unexpected allies. As evil forces loom, Elloren’s determination to trust those she’s been taught to fear becomes paramount.

In “The Iron Flower,” the second installment, Elloren and her friends find themselves thrust into a realm-wide resistance against Gardnerian conquest. While Elloren grapples with her growing powers and an unexpected connection with Lukas Grey, the stakes reach new heights as they confront the oppressive Mage Council and their ruthless tactics.

”The Shadow Wand,” the third installment, unravels Elloren’s world-altering secret as the Black Witch of Prophecy. Separated from her loved ones and hunted relentlessly, she must ally with Commander Lukas Grey to prevent her capture by Marcus Vogel, the holder of the Shadow Wand. Together, they face devastating losses and unexpected allies in a bid to thwart the looming war.

In “The Demon Tide,” the fourth book in the series, Elloren’s identity as the Black Witch of Prophecy is exposed, and she is forced to seek unlikely allies to stop the impending war. With her brother Trystan, Tierney Calix, and the Wyvernguard, they prepare for Vogel’s attack and uncover new dangers along the way.

”The Dryad Storm,” the fifth and latest addition to the series, continues Elloren’s journey as she embraces her legacy as a Dryad and guardian of the Forest. With the Shadow storm devouring the world and alliances unraveling, Elloren and her allies must reunite to face an impending catastrophe.

Laurie Forest’s “The Black Witch Chronicles” is a testament to the enduring spirit of its characters, the power of friendship, and the capacity for growth and transformation in the face of adversity. Readers seeking an immersive and thought-provoking journey filled with magic, courage, and complex relationships will find this series a compelling and rewarding experience.