The Society for Soulless Girls

A Dark Academia Thriller with a Supernatural Twist

Laura Steven author

Format:Paperback

Publisher:HarperCollins Publishers

Published:7th Jul '22

Should be back in stock very soon

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A thrilling dark academia novel, The Society for Soulless Girls weaves romance and mystery as students uncover sinister secrets at Carvell College.

In The Society for Soulless Girls, the narrative unfolds at the elite Carvell College of Arts, a prestigious institution shadowed by tragedy. Ten years prior, four students were murdered in the North Tower, leading to the college's closure. Now, as Carvell prepares to reopen, fearless student Lottie is determined to uncover the truth behind the infamous North Tower murders. Her quest for answers takes a dark turn when her roommate, Alice, discovers a sinister soul-splitting ritual hidden within the haunted library's depths.

As the story progresses, Lottie and Alice find themselves entangled in a web of supernatural intrigue and danger. The North Tower claims another victim, pushing Lottie to race against time to uncover the truth before it’s too late. Meanwhile, Alice must confront her own demons, battling a monstrous alter ego that threatens to consume her. The tension escalates as the girls navigate their feelings for each other, struggling to focus on the mystery at hand while grappling with their undeniable chemistry.

The Society for Soulless Girls delves into themes of possession, ambition, and the complex interplay of femininity and violence. This dark academia thriller is a captivating read for fans of Ace of Spaces, The Secret History, and The Inheritance Games, offering a blend of romance and suspense that will keep readers on the edge of their seats.

’A twisty, sexy, smart haunting of a book, full of eloquent rage’ – Kiran Millwood-Hargrave

‘An intimate exploration of women’s anger, bladed with mystery and sapphic desire. Laura Steven has cut a modern Gothic gem, leaving room for glints of her trademark humour’ – Samantha Shannon

‘A fast-paced feminist horror, that manages to be oh-so-romantic and oh-so-haunting all at once’ – Alexandra Christo, bestselling author of TO KILL A KINGDOM

‘As seductive as it is sinister’ – Kate Dunn

‘Dark, clever and filled to the brim with feminist rage, Steven has crafted the sapphic dark academia of dreams – and of nightmares’ – Francesca May

ISBN: 9781405296939

Dimensions: 198mm x 129mm x 25mm

Weight: 270g

416 pages