I misunderstood dark academia when I first heard the term. Instead of Donna Tartt’s The Secret History, I immediately thought of mysteries that take place in academia. Not only mysteries that require research, but a murder in a library, or another dramatic moment in the hallowed halls of academia.
Campus mystery novels—a subcategory of dark academia—are such an enduring trend because of their seasonal flair. Windswept campuses covered in leaves are great settings for mysteries, so spooky campus mystery novels are perfect fall reading. From creepy high school boarding schools to magical institutions of higher learning, these books provide...
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