This book series was amazing. Cadence (Kate, Katie) went through many trials and tribulations, personally, with her education, and finding her place in the world. Hawthorne is a place of history, magik, and discovery. Secrets are realized, history is learned, and friendships will be tested. I do think this is a series for Older YA and adults tho. There are some scenes that shouldn't be read by our younger audiences. :) I laughed, I cried, but I wouldn't replace a minute of it. Come join me in the world of Hawthorne University and its students and staff.