A Deadly Education: A Novel (The Scholomance Book 1)
FINALIST FOR THE LODESTAR AWARD • “The dark school of magic I’ve been waiting for.”—Katherine Arden, author of Winternight Trilogy
I decided that Orion Lake needed to die after the second time he saved my life.
Everyone loves Orion Lake. Everyone else, that is. Far as I’m concerned, he can keep his flashy combat magic to himself. I’m not joining his pack of adoring fans.
I don’t need help surviving the Scholomance, even if they do. Forget the hordes of monsters and cursed artifacts, I’m probably the most dangerous thing in the place. Just give me a chance and I’ll level mountains and kill untold millions, make myself the dark queen of the world.
At least, that’s what the world expects. Most of the other students in here would be delighted if Orion killed me like one more evil thing that’s crawled out of the drains. Sometimes I think they want me to turn into the evil witch they assume I am. The school certainly does.
But the Scholomance isn’t getting what it wants from me. And neither is Orion Lake. I may not be anyone’s idea of the shining hero, but I’m going to make it out of this place alive, and I’m not going to slaughter thousands to do it, either.
Although I’m giving serious consideration to just one.
With flawless mastery, Naomi Novik creates a school bursting with magic like you’ve never seen before, and a heroine for the ages—a character so sharply realized and so richly nuanced that she will live on in hearts and minds for generations to come.
The magic of the Scholomance trilogy continues in The Last Graduate
“The can’t-miss fantasy of fall 2020, a brutal coming-of-power story steeped in the aesthetics of dark academia. . . . A Deadly Education will cement Naomi Novik’s place as one of the greatest and most versatile fantasy writers of our time.”—BookPage (starred review)
“A must-read . . . Novik puts a refreshingly dark, adult spin on the magical boarding school. . . . Readers will delight in the push-and-pull of El and Orion’s relationship, the fantastically detailed world, the clever magic system, and the matter-of-fact diversity of the student body.”—Publishers Weekly (starred review)
A Deadly Education: A Novel (The Scholomance Book 1) by Naomi Novik is a captivating and thrilling fantasy novel that immerses readers in a world filled with magic, intrigue, and danger. Set in the enigmatic Scholomance, a school for young wizards, the story follows Galadriel "El" Higgins, a talented yet defiant student who must navigate the treacherous halls of the institution and uncover its deadly secrets.
As El embarks on her journey at the Scholomance, she quickly discovers that the school is far from ordinary. Hidden beneath its grand facade lies a sinister underbelly, where dark forces lurk and survival is paramount. El and her fellow students are constantly tested, both academically and physically, as they strive to hone their magical skills and unravel the mysteries that plague the Scholomance.
With each passing day, El finds herself entangled in a web of complex relationships and alliances. She befriends Orion Lake, a mysterious and powerful sorcerer, and Penelope, a brilliant and ambitious witch. Together, they form an unlikely trio, united by their determination to uncover the truth behind the Scholomance's dark secrets.
As El delves deeper into the school's history, she uncovers a sinister plot that threatens to destroy the Scholomance and the world beyond. With time running out, El must race against the clock to stop the impending catastrophe. Along the way, she faces formidable challenges, battles against formidable enemies, and learns the true meaning of friendship and sacrifice.
A Deadly Education is a gripping and immersive novel that captivates readers from the very first page. Naomi Novik's masterful storytelling and vivid world-building create a rich and compelling universe that draws readers into the heart of the Scholomance. With its complex characters, intricate plot, and exhilarating action sequences, this book is sure to leave readers breathless and eager for the next installment in the series.
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