Dark Academia
"The Professor" is dark academia at its most incisive
Lauren Nossett's twisty new novel, about the death of a student and an explosive scandal, explores how institutions can fail their most vulnerable members.
"The Secret History" was always about the aesthetics
Donna Tartt’s debut novel caused a sensation upon release in 1992, then did it again for a new generation obsessed with its dark, spellbinding world.
Jessica Ward dreams up a twisty new boarding school mystery
The bestselling author makes her YA debut with "The St. Ambrose School for Girls," a clever whodunnit that came to her in her sleep.
Rebecca Makkai goes back to school to solve a crime
The author of Pulitzer finalist "The Great Believers" crafts a timely, hypnotic thriller with a cast of unforgettable characters.
“The Cloisters” asks whether futures can be told and fates decided
Debut author and art professor Katy Hays delves into medievalism and tarot card lore to create an unforgettable, atmospheric novel set in an iconic New York museum.
Get lost in the drama and intrigue of dark academia
Full of murderous plots and mysteries of the occult, all set in the embrace of ivy-covered walls and labyrinthine libraries, the hallmarks of dark academia books can't be beat if you love a bewitching listen.