Top 25 Best Dark Academia Books of All Time

Discover the moody and ominous world of dark academia books, where intellectual pursuits and imperfect human nature converge in hallowed school halls.

This list of the best dark academia books aims to please everyone, with a varied list including romance, fantasy, classics, YA, and other novels set in school and exploring dark themes.

All the Best Dark Academia Books

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• Babel by R.F. Kuang

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What is considered dark academia books?

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Why do people like dark academia?

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Top 25 Best Dark Academia Books of All Time

Discover the moody and ominous world of dark academia books, where intellectual pursuits and imperfect human nature converge in hallowed school halls.

This list of the best dark academia books aims to please everyone, with a varied list including romance, fantasy, classics, YA, and other novels set in school and exploring dark themes.

All the Best Dark Academia Books

• Ace of Spades by by Faridah Àbíké-Íyímídé

• Atlas Six by Olivie Blake

• Babel by R.F. Kuang

• Bunny by Mona Awad

• Catherine House by Elisabeth Thomas

What is considered dark academia books?

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