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Tender Thorns

The Ivy Institute, Book 1

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Tender Thorns

By: Albany Walker
Narrated by: Bridget Bordeaux, Jake Bordeaux
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Nestled in the shadows of the Mori Forest lies The Ivy Institute. It may look like something out of a fairytale, but if the rumors are true, it’s where nightmares reign.

The only way to get into the elite facility is by invitation and, once received, it’s impossible to refuse.

They were never supposed to know I existed, yet here I am, walking toward the only place that might be more dangerous to me than where I grew up.

Secrets shroud the institute and its inhabitants, but I have secrets too. Secrets that will get me killed…or worse.

I guess I’m about to find out.

Please note: Tender Thorns is a dark academia whychoose romance novel intended for mature audiences.

©2024 Albany Walker (P)2025 Albany Walker Gothic Horror Romantic Suspense Romance
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Tender Thorns is the first book and audiobook in The Ivy Institute Series. It is a dark, paranormal, why choose, academy romance with intrigue and danger galore.

The narrators for the audiobook, Bridget Bordeaux and Jake Bordeaux, did a stand up job on the audio. They brought such life and emotion into the characters, their history, and their story. These two are top of my list of favorite narrators for sure.

This was a terrific start to this new series. Briar, Ziv, and Kage are amazing characters. The character and relationship development is incredibly done. Briar’s past absolutely broke my heart, as did Kage’s predicament. This book/audiobook does end on a doozy of a cliffhanger, so be prepared.

I really enjoyed this book and audiobook and honestly did not want it to end. I am very much looking forward to finding out what will happen next for these wonderful characters.

Terrific Story and Narration!

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Not only do I love this author, but I love the book. I already love the characters and I’m excited to hear the second book on Audible . I neeeed the next one on Audible!

Great book!

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Excuse me ma’am, just one little itty bitty question for you… where is book number two?!?? How? How can you not have it on audible right now? I think you broke my heart

Excuse me.…

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Absolutely love this book! Albany crushed this story and keeps you wanting more. Jake and Bridget take this book to new heights and really bring the characters to life!

Phenomenal

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I loved the ebooks and the audio! chefs kiss its perfect adds so much depth to the story and the characters! love it!

oh yes!

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I had this on my TBR on my kindle for a while, never having a chance to read it, so when I saw it was on audio, it was an instant download. I’m so happy that I didn’t waste a credit, because the story is engaging and book 1 only skims along the very beginning of what this series could be. I’m bummed book 2 isn’t out yet, but hopefully it will be out soon. Narration was also really good.

Good Story

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Ms. Walker has done it again! Absolutely loved this book! Bridget and Jake were fantastic as always. Totally worth the credit. Please release book 2 asap!

AMAZING

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