On Wings of Blood by Briar Boleyn
A Dark Academia Romantasy That Takes Flight
If you cherish power-charged academies, dragon-and-vampire mythology, and slow-burn romance with edge, On Wings of Blood is bound to become your next unputdownable obsession. This debut in the Bloodwing Academy series by Briar Boleyn (pen name of Fenna Edgewood) is a darkly immersive enemies-to-lovers fantasy romance that’s capturing hearts—and dominating TBRs everywhere.
A Rivalry Forged in Blood and Fire
Medra Pendragon—allegedly the last of the legendary dragon riders—is thrust into an entirely new world after seemingly dying heroically. She awakens chained, discovered by Prince Blake Drakharrow, cold and commanding, who binds her to him through an ancient blood ritual. But being part of his world comes with high stakes: she’s enrolled in the deadly halls of Bloodwing Academy, where only the strong survive, and secrets linger in every shadow.
As Medra battles prejudice, deadly trials, and her own emerging powers, one thing grows undeniable: Blake—ruthless, arrogant Blake—may just be the real danger.
Why On Wings of Blood Is Feared, Desired, and Devoured
Dark Academia Meets Vampires & Dragon Mythos
A school fraught with power plays, arcane blood rituals, and Arthurian echoes—this story delivers a brew of Fourth Wing, Harry Potter, and lethal intrigue.
Enemies-to-Lovers with Ultimate Tension
Blake is everything—icy, entitled, and outright hostile. Yet watching Medra fight back? That’s when sparks ignite and tensions ripen.
A Heroine You Can Root For
Medra is fierce—sharp-witted, unafraid to retaliate, yet harboring a legacy far greater than she realizes. Her resistance and resilience drive this emotional narrative.
Obsessive World-Building & Lore
From dragon rider prophecies to secret vampire politics and academies teeming with betrayal, the layered storytelling drenches you in its richness.
Readers Rave (And For Good Reason)
“I. ATE. THIS. BOOK. UP… Dark academia, vampires, dragon riders, tension, enemies to almost lovers… Oh Blake, you’re a frustrating one for sure!”
“The tension between Medra and Blake is OFF THE CHARTS. Enemies-to-lovers with actual bite (literally)! So spicy!”
“Medra was so badass, all the other Booktok FMCs wish they were her.”
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“She didn’t expect to live past death. Instead, she wakes in chains, betrothed to a vampire prince, and forced into a school where only the ruthless live. In On Wings of Blood, Briar Boleyn stitches dragons, vampires, and academia into a tension-drenched fantasy where every glance is a fight—and love might just be the most dangerous betrayal.”
At-a-Glance Summary
| Aspect | Highlight |
|---|---|
| Genre & Mood | Dark Academia Romantasy—vampires, dragons, power, and slow-burn heat |
| Protagonists | Medra: defiant half-fae dragon rider. Blake: cold, compelling vampire prince |
| Key Themes | Survival, legacy, consent, power dynamics, and forbidden bond |
| Why Read It | It's addictive, richly built, and seethes with enemies-to-lovers intensity |
| Ideal For | Fans of Fourth Wing, Zodiac Academy, A Court of Thorns and Roses, and dark bully romances |
Final Thoughts
Add On Wings of Blood to your TBR immediately if you crave magical worlds shrouded in danger, sharp-tongued heroines, or romance that simmers before it explodes. It’s a fierce start to what promises to be a mesmerizing series. Whether you’re locked in for the lore, the romance, or both—this one lands with a roar.
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