Kentree's Stolen Souls: Escape into Magic (The Kentree)

A cozy fantasy that will leave you wanting more, Kentree's Stolen Souls is the first book in a complete trilogy.

Twenty-eight-year-old Eliza Paladin is fed up with normal life and struggles to hold onto her childish fantasies of witchcraft. All hope of a life beyond her meaningless nine-to-five has nearly evaporated when her black cat, Pal, begins to speak. Her sassy feline sidekick teaches her to harness the power of rain and the storm she gathers finally captures the attention of Kentree Institute of Magic. Eliza's life is turned upside down when she and Pal are invited to study at a school where magic is as real as taxes.

Even as Eliza's dreams are finally coming true, a dark force threatens to take away the very powers that have given her life meaning. Who could be behind the disappearances? Could it be the problematic English professor or the infuriatingly bubbly blonde teen with whom Eliza is constantly competing? If she cannot solve the mystery or get a grip on her newfound abilities, Eliza could face returning to the mundane world forever.


Kentree's Stolen Souls is a fun, fast-paced read for all those who crave a little more magic in their lives. Imagine knowing you are destined for more; imagine magic can come to you at any age; imagine yourself at Kentree.

"Kentree's Stolen Souls by A. Iles is a unique and fun fantasy novel that I would recommend to fans of Harry Potter and other series about magical schools. This book was a quick read that I couldn't put down!" - Cristy L. Bowlin, Author of Hybrid Magic

"I read the first page to see if I liked the writer's style. About ten pages later I realized I’d become completely engrossed. I moved it to the top of my reading list. " - Caitlin Ball, Author of The Multi Corp.

"I can’t wait to read more of Eliza’s magical journey in Kentrees Haunted Halls!" - Dana Westenbroek

"This book took the magic that so many of us wished we could have after reading Harry Potter, but managed to weave a tale that is amazing in its own right." - Regan Sanberg

"It's cozy, the characters are likable, and there's one heck of a twist at the end. I thoroughly enjoyed reading this book." - Sarah Rizk

"A Iles builds a wonderful world of magic and magical creatures where Eliza finds her place. I highly encourage fans of Harry Potter and other magical stories to take a peek into Kentree's Stolen Souls!" - Theresa Stone

"What a fun and cozy read!" - Virginie Carrière

"This will definitely be a book I will be recommending to everyone! From the very first chapter I was hooked. It brings together the best parts of Sabrina, HP universe, Zodiac Academy, and so many more exciting fantasies! This is such a beautiful look on magic, and bringing it all together with some plot twists, friendships, and even a spark of romance." - Niamh Granger

"I love a good mystery every once in a while and if you add in a little magic, it makes the perfect combination for me. Kentree’s Stolen Souls is a fun and cozy story of finding your place in life, no matter what age you may be." - Nastassia Rash

"The world needs more magic and that is what I found in Kentree’s Stolen Souls. I love how Eliza got discovered as a witch way later than expected. It makes her an unexpected heroine in a world where mostly teenagers seem to rule." - Leah May Atienza

You were told you could be whatever you wanted to be, to shoot for the stars and you would land on the moon. The problem is, when you've been shooting for the stars, landing on the moon feels like a disappointment.Enter our author. Angelique Iles grew up on Sabrina the Teenage Witch, Harry Potter, Artemis Fowl, and she dreamed of having an exciting fantasy-filled life with magic, fairies, and talking black cats. Imagine her disappointment when she found herself working a safe job with a pension and no cat or pixie in sight.Instead of accepting her fate in the mundane world, Angelique pulled out her dusty laptop and crafted a story as nostalgic as it was new. A story where anyone could discover they belonged to a world of magic, even long after their eleventh birthday. Since then, Angelique has begun working in an animal shelter part-time, and escaping into her writing is almost as good as the real thing (though she is certain magical creatures live in her garden).