A Deadly Education is the first book in Naomi Novik’s Scholomance series, a dark and thrilling fantasy novel set in a magical school where survival is the ultimate test. El Higgins, a misfit student with dangerous powers, must navigate the deadly traps of Scholomance while trying to avoid becoming the villain of her own story. Novik explores themes of power, friendship, and survival in this unique take on magical education.

Why read this book

• A dark, exciting twist on the magical school genre, blending danger and magic with compelling character development.
• Introduces a unique, high-stakes world where survival is not guaranteed for its students.
• Features a strong, complex female protagonist with anti-hero tendencies.
• Naomi Novik’s skillful world-building immerses readers in a thrilling and unpredictable narrative.

About the Author

Naomi Novik is an acclaimed fantasy author, known for her Temeraire series and stand-alone novels such as Uprootedand Spinning Silver. Her works often combine elements of historical fiction and fantasy with strong character-driven narratives. She has won several literary awards, including the Nebula Award and the Locus Award.