📚 Books to Read After A Deadly Education
Just finished a deadly education? Here are 5 magical next reads curated just for you:
📘 Gideon the Ninth by Tamsyn Muir
Rating: 4.15 / 5 (33,464 ratings), Published: 2019
When to read it: When you're craving dark humor, intricate world-building, and unconventional heroines.
This blend of sci-fi, fantasy, and mystery introduces Gideon Nav, a swordswoman with a sardonic wit, trapped in a haunted palace. Just like "A Deadly Education," this book weaves magic, sharp dialogue, and unexpected twists into a gripping narrative that will keep you on the edge of your seat.
Genres: Fantasy, Science Fiction, LGBTQ+
After reading: You'll be left pondering the complexities of power, loyalty, and sacrifice, all while yearning for more of Gideon's irreverent charm.
📘 The Poppy War by R.F. Kuang
Rating: 4.11 / 5 (58,405 ratings), Published: 2018
When to read it: In moments of questioning society’s norms and exploring the darkness within us all.
This epic fantasy tale follows Rin, a war orphan determined to escape her fate through education, only to uncover a power that could change the course of her world. Similar to "A Deadly Education," it delves into the consequences of wielding immense power and the choices that shape destiny.
Genres: Fantasy, War, Coming-of-Age
After reading: You'll be left contemplating the thin line between heroism and villainy, the weight of legacy, and the price of ambition.
📘 Ninth House by Leigh Bardugo
Rating: 3.78 / 5 (95,116 ratings), Published: 2019
When to read it: When you're ready to explore the murky realms where magic and mystery intersect with the darkest corners of society.
Set in the secretive world of Yale's secret societies, this dark urban fantasy introduces Galaxy "Alex" Stern, an unlikely but compelling protagonist navigating a labyrinth of power, privilege, and the supernatural. Much like "A Deadly Education," this book skillfully blends the supernatural with the everyday, creating a compelling narrative that keeps you questioning everything.
Genres: Fantasy, Mystery, Dark Academia
After reading: You'll find yourself reflecting on the nature of privilege, the allure of forbidden knowledge, and the hidden forces that shape our world.
📘 Serpent & Dove by Shelby Mahurin
Rating: 4.13 / 5 (67,655 ratings), Published: 2019
When to read it: When you're in the mood for a spellbinding mix of romance, magic, and moral complexity.
This captivating fantasy follows Lou, a witch hiding in plain sight in a world where witches are hunted, and Reid, a devout witch hunter. As their paths intertwine, they must navigate conflicting loyalties and forbidden desires. If you enjoyed the magical elements and moral ambiguity in "A Deadly Education," this book will draw you in with its rich world-building and complex characters.
Genres: Fantasy, Romance, Witches
After reading: You'll be left contemplating the shades of gray in morality, the power of love to transcend boundaries, and the enduring strength found in unlikely alliances.
📘 Nevernight by Jay Kristoff
Rating: 4.31 / 5 (73,989 ratings), Published: 2016
When to read it: When you're craving a dark, vengeance-fueled tale with a strong female protagonist.
In a world where the sun is almost forgotten, Mia Corvere seeks revenge on those who destroyed her family using her skills as an assassin and darkin magic. Reminiscent of "A Deadly Education," this book delves into themes of vengeance, ambition, and the blurred lines between justice and revenge in a richly detailed and immersive world.
Genres: Fantasy, Dark Fantasy, Assassins
After reading: You'll find yourself pondering the cost of revenge, the complexity of loyalty, and the shadows that dwell within us all.