A Lesson in Vengeance
A Lesson in Vengeance
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
Dalloway School, New York • Contemporary
2021
16-18 years
810L
Super Short Summary
A Lesson in Vengeance by Victoria Lee follows students at the Dalloway School, a historic institution shrouded in mystery and dark rumors. As they delve into the school's ominous past, they encounter sinister forces that blur the line between reality and supernatural occurrences. Themes of grief, obsession, and the pursuit of truth are central to the story.
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A Lesson in Vengeance by Victoria Lee offers a haunting exploration of dark academia with a captivatingly eerie atmosphere. Reviewers praise its complex characters and rich writing, but some feel the plot is slow and occasionally convoluted. While the book's tension and twists are applauded, it may not satisfy those seeking a fast-paced narrative.
Who Should Read A Lesson in Vengeance?
Readers who enjoy dark academia with a psychological twist will love Victoria Lee’s A Lesson in Vengeance. Fans of Donna Tartt’s The Secret History and Leigh Bardugo’s Ninth House will appreciate its eerie setting, complex characters, and exploration of grief and guilt in an elite boarding school.
21,861 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
A Lesson in Vengeance was influenced by the Gothic vibes of the New England boarding schools, where the author, Victoria Lee, often imagined eerie happenings.
Victoria Lee drew inspiration from classic literature while writing A Lesson in Vengeance, incorporating themes of haunting and madness.
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369
Novel • Fiction
Dalloway School, New York • Contemporary
2021
16-18 years
810L
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