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Ascend: (Celestial Academy Book 1) Kindle Edition
With a single impulsive decision, my whole life is turned upside down.
I'm no stranger to fending for myself, but when I make an epic mistake, I’m left with no choice but to face my father, Lucifer.
I’m eighteen and can make my own decisions, but that doesn’t stop him from sending me to my worst nightmare. I might be half angel, but attending an academy full of angels when you don’t have wings and your dad is the devil is my own personal hell.
Until I meet four men who change my world.
The passionate professor. The broken fallen angel. The innocent archangel. And a demon I’ve only dreamed of.
Just when I think things have changed for the better, there's a threat that could ruin it all. Unthinkable things are happening to angels, and I might just be the next target.
*Celestial Academy contains multiple love interests with an MM relationship. Please see author’s note at beginning of book for content warnings.
- LanguageEnglish
- Publication dateJuly 28, 2019
- File size2.8 MB
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- ASIN : B07VSHGRL3
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- Publication date : July 28, 2019
- Language : English
- File size : 2.8 MB
- Simultaneous device usage : Unlimited
- Screen Reader : Supported
- Enhanced typesetting : Enabled
- X-Ray : Not Enabled
- Word Wise : Enabled
- Print length : 316 pages
- Page Flip : Enabled
- Book 1 of 3 : Celestial Academy
- Best Sellers Rank: #39,649 in Kindle Store (See Top 100 in Kindle Store)
- #110 in Paranormal Angel Romance
- #321 in Paranormal Demons & Devils Romance
- #779 in Polyamory Romance
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About the author

Maya Nicole is an International Bestselling Author of spicy romance.
Facebook group: Maya Nicole's Perky Squirrels
Website: mayanicole. com
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Customers find the book's storyline interesting, with one noting it's not the typical Demon storyline, and they enjoy the characters, particularly appreciating the heroine as an important person. The narrative receives positive feedback for its well-thought-out structure, humor, and fast pace, making it a great beginning to the series. Customers praise the writing quality, with one highlighting the phenomenal choice of narrators.
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Customers enjoy the storyline of the book, finding it interesting and intriguing, with one customer noting it's not the typical Demon narrative.
"This book was fantastic! It was full of Arch angels, Fallen angels, demons, and sexy Lucifer...." Read more
"I enjoyed the book, good plot and I liked the characters.. there are several MMC and one FMC, Danica.. she is strong & sassy and Lucifer’s daughter..." Read more
"...This book is full of the paranormal but mostly focused on the angelic side but we do get some peaks into other kinds...." Read more
"...Lots of sexy parts and a great variety of characters. The story line was good. However it was short and to the point...." Read more
Customers enjoy the characters in the book, particularly appreciating that the heroine is portrayed as an important person, with one customer noting they could feel the emotions of the characters.
"...Danica was a fun character to read too. She’s definitely a rebel and basically does whatever she wants...." Read more
"I enjoyed the book, good plot and I liked the characters.. there are several MMC and one FMC, Danica.. she is strong & sassy and Lucifer’s daughter..." Read more
"...some foundation and world building which is done well and all of the characters have depth...." Read more
"...Lots of sexy parts and a great variety of characters. The story line was good. However it was short and to the point...." Read more
Customers praise the book as a great beginning to the series, with one customer specifically noting it as an amazing series opener.
"...Fantastic starter to a series that I highly recommend!!" Read more
"...the characters.. there are several MMC and one FMC, Danica.. she is strong & sassy and Lucifer’s daughter.. the banter is fun.. the spice 🌶️🌶️🌶️..." Read more
"...All in all good debut for the story, I'm going to go now and read the second." Read more
"So this book started out well, with an interestingly flawed FMC...." Read more
Customers appreciate the narrative quality of the book, with individual reviews highlighting its well-thought-out story, intriguing concept, and good balance between normal world elements and fantastical elements.
"...The way author captured his personality and demeanor was done flawlessly and makes me super excited to read the spin off series with him in it...." Read more
"...This book gives us some foundation and world building which is done well and all of the characters have depth...." Read more
"...The storyline? Clear, concise, creative. The characters? Well thought out, REAL, and relatable!..." Read more
"...Not only was the story well thought out with characters that were well rounded and made you feel for, but the choice of narrators was phenomenal...." Read more
Customers enjoy the humor in the book, with one mentioning that both the banter and drama are well done.
"...FMC, Danica.. she is strong & sassy and Lucifer’s daughter.. the banter is fun.. the spice 🌶️🌶️🌶️ Looking forward to bk 2..." Read more
"I enjoyed the story! The humor and drama were well done! I laughed out loud several times at the sarcastic humor! I look forward to reading more!" Read more
"...Book had the roller coaster of emotions, made me laugh, tear up,and some steamy scenes too...." Read more
"...Really enjoyed the characters and the premise. Couple of laugh out loud moments. Hoping book two comes out soon." Read more
Customers find the book sexy, with one customer particularly appreciating Danica and her men, while another describes it as super sweet.
"...The 3 men in her life are all different, easily loveable, and each bring something unique to their relationships...." Read more
"I definitely enjoyed this short book ! Lots of sexy parts and a great variety of characters. The story line was good...." Read more
"I really like this out look on angels...." Read more
"...Olly is sweet and naive. Tobias is the forbidden fruit and alpha type. Asher is the broken bad boy. They all fit together and I love the Dynamics...." Read more
Customers praise the writing quality of the book, finding it well written and easy to read, with one customer noting the phenomenal choice of narrators.
"...The author is very selective in her writing and the details she includes make it delicious, a real craft...." Read more
"...The storyline? Clear, concise, creative. The characters? Well thought out, REAL, and relatable!..." Read more
"...that were well rounded and made you feel for, but the choice of narrators was phenomenal...." Read more
"...It was fast paced, but well written. You got to learn more about the guys. I can wait for book 2!!" Read more
Customers enjoy the pacing of the book, describing it as fast-paced.
"This first book is fast past and fast burn. Talk about sizzle and taboo...." Read more
"This is my first book from Maya and it was very good! It was fast paced, but well written. You got to learn more about the guys...." Read more
"The book was an easy and fast read! Loved the end! ! Can’t wait to read the next book to see what happens." Read more
"Fast paced rh! Nothing slow-burn about this book. I’ve already downloaded book 2 and can’t wait to see what happens next!" Read more
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- Reviewed in the United States on January 3, 2020This book was fantastic! It was full of Arch angels, Fallen angels, demons, and sexy Lucifer. The story line was intriguing and kept my attention as soon as I started reading. The details about angels and the fallen were all unique and not something I had encountered before in a book, such as the loss of memory of their death when they became an angel.
I love Lucifer as a character in this series. The way author captured his personality and demeanor was done flawlessly and makes me super excited to read the spin off series with him in it. Danica was a fun character to read too. She’s definitely a rebel and basically does whatever she wants. The 3 men in her life are all different, easily loveable, and each bring something unique to their relationships. Oliver is hilarious with his lack of understanding of society and modern technology. Ash is beautifully broken yet so passionate and I just love his intensity. Tobias is super sweet and protective but I can see a hint of alpha coming from him at times and I love it!!
The rift between the angels and the fallen as well as the fallen’s plot to open a gateway to hell added plenty of drama and excitement to this story. I am eager to see how this all plays out especially now that we know who Danica’s mom is and the fact I am pretty sure she is the one behind the fallen’s plans. Fantastic starter to a series that I highly recommend!!
- Reviewed in the United States on February 23, 2025I enjoyed the book, good plot and I liked the characters.. there are several MMC and one FMC, Danica.. she is strong & sassy and Lucifer’s daughter.. the banter is fun.. the spice 🌶️🌶️🌶️
Looking forward to bk 2
- Reviewed in the United States on June 26, 2020This story for me was probably a 4.5 stars; very good but the infernal council series still just seems by as my favorite by this author and in this universe. It's still a very good book. Our heroine is high school senior - college freshman aged & her men have a variety of ages. And no matter what some one looks like or when they were born doesn't always indicated the age of their soul of maturity which was really interesting to see. This book is full of the paranormal but mostly focused on the angelic side but we do get some peaks into other kinds. There's also some action and a variety of kinds of suspense. It is also a reverse harem/ why choose romance and this author does a really good job depicting this kind of relationship. And as far as not moments to there are plenty (with some varying configurations that may hopefully get more interesting). This book gives us some foundation and world building which is done well and all of the characters have depth. We get one problem solved in this book but find a possibly bigger one. And be prepared for I the emotions I laughed and cried and wanted to shake some one a time or two. But I can't wait to see what's next and how this group will grow and come together. Good book with a happy for now ending, would recommend.
- Reviewed in the United States on August 26, 2024I definitely enjoyed this short book ! Lots of sexy parts and a great variety of characters. The story line was good. However it was short and to the point. It was over before I wanted it to be. Looking forward to book 2.
- Reviewed in the United States on February 4, 2025It wasn't as bad as I thought it would be.
Danica's arc needs a little work though
She's too impulsive and annoying tbh
- Reviewed in the United States on March 29, 2025Asher got his wings back. Oh my beating heart be still! And oh sweet Olly having to heal her after they broke her, I’m not crying, you are!!!
- Reviewed in the United States on December 1, 2019This book was my introduction to Maya Nicole, and I have to say I was not disappointed. The premise of the book was interesting, but what I found to be of particular interest is how she portrays Angels. The characters are almost fully formed and I'm looking forward to see what their arcs will be, and what growing they do in the next two books. Lucifer is so very different in this book than any portrayals I've read with him as a character before, it's refreshing to see a new spin on one of the oldest villains written about. He's an absentee, although loving dad, just doing his job from what I can tell from the first book. Of course he is still Lucifer, so I'm sure it's not all rainbows and puppy dogs. The main character is Danica, she's young, but by no means inexperienced in life. I'd like to see how she matures into herself over the course of the series. All in all good debut for the story, I'm going to go now and read the second.
- Reviewed in the United States on November 16, 2019I really enjoyed this book!! So many of the scenes felt very realistic the way they were described. The author is very selective in her writing and the details she includes make it delicious, a real craft.
To address some of the non-five star reviews, no this is not a typical bully romance, But it's still awesome. She doesn't necessarily explore the divine seven too far after Oliver, but the characters she does explore are super cool. I really like the heroine and that she was pretty normal. There are a lot of supernatural/academy books out there and most of the heroines get on my nerves. Danica is down to earth and her relationship with Lucifer her father is pretty amusing.
Top reviews from other countries
- Just_JosieReviewed in the United Kingdom on December 16, 2019
5.0 out of 5 stars Very entertaining RH paranormal story
Danica is Lucifer’s daughter, and gets sent to the angel academy shortly after she turns 18. It’s a great set up and the story gets hot quickly (no slow burn here) with a gorgeous teacher, some angel bullies who are less than angelic but one of whom is intriguing, and a mystery about why angels are being taken by the fallen. A solid plot which comes to a proper ending (I hate when series books just ‘cut off’ leaving you waiting for part 2), but leaves hints of Danica’s background to be explored in future books in the series; as well as a new mystery and possibly a new man to join the group... Looking forward to book 2 and delighted to have found this book one when the series is already complete - it’s going to be hard to stop reading until I’ve got to the end!
- PSReviewed in Australia on December 19, 2019
5.0 out of 5 stars Great Book 1
Ascend by Maya Nicole was a really enjoyable read. Book 1 of Celestial Academy is a RH with a side of bully but the mix of characters, in terms of ages and their interaction with the mc, provides balance to the academy setting. I liked the authors writing style and will be looking forward Book 2. Recommended by my fav lurker....
- Katie KReviewed in Canada on September 9, 2019
3.0 out of 5 stars Interesting
It's an interesting story with sweet characters. The steamy times were pretty hot and I liked the mystery of the Fallen. Could have used some more editing, but it wasn't too distracting overall.
- Terry-AnnReviewed in the United Kingdom on November 1, 2019
4.0 out of 5 stars Loved it
Really good. I love that this book had me hooked from the first chapter. It had me laughing.
I am so happy I’m starting book two straight after...
- SillyGirlReviewed in Australia on February 2, 2021
4.0 out of 5 stars Interesting
Meny odd turns and a plot hole at the start.that almost had me putting it down but a few more chapters in and I was steadily hooked. Not my normal type of book rh isn't normally my thing and I didn't realise this was one until I'd already state, but couldn't Dream of not finishing the story now