5 Dark Academia Books to Read While Listening to Taylor Swift’s The Tortured Poets Department
April 21, 2024If you’re like me and a little obsessed with Taylor Swift, you’ve probably already binged her new double album, The Tortured Poets Department. And, like me, you may be craving some dark academia reads to go with all the vibes of Taylor Swift’s latest era. āļøšš¤ If so, you’ve come to the right place! I’ve curated this list of 4 dark academia books that are on the top of my list to read while listening to TTPD, along with 1 novel I recommend.
The Dead and the Dark by Courtney Gould: Book Review
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Midnight is the Darkest Hour by Ashley Winstead: Book Review
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March 2024: Monthly Wrap-Up
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The Prospects by KT Hoffman: Book Review
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February 2024: Monthly Wrap-Up
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Imogen, Obviously by Becky Albertalli: Book Review
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5 Sapphic Romantic Comedies to Read for Valentine’s Day
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The Only Survivors by Megan Miranda: Book Review
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