The Zodiac Academy

Okay—this series is messy, dramatic, and completely addictive.

It follows twin sisters who suddenly find out they’re actually fae and heirs to a magical world, so they’re thrown into Zodiac Academy to basically fight for their place. Sounds fun, right? It is… but also brutal. The bullying in this book is intense, and the whole “everyone is out to get you” vibe doesn’t let up much.

That said, I couldn’t stop reading it.

The world is really fun—everything revolves around zodiac signs and elemental magic, which gives it a unique twist compared to other academy-style fantasies. And the characters? Very over-the-top in the best way. You’ll probably love some, hate others, and then question why you’re suddenly rooting for someone you couldn’t stand two chapters ago.

Fair warning though: this isn’t a light, cozy fantasy. It leans dark, emotional, and sometimes frustrating because the main characters really go through it. But that’s also what keeps you hooked—you just want to see them finally win.

It’s not perfect. The drama can feel a little extra at times, and there were moments I wanted to shake everyone involved. But honestly, that chaos is part of the appeal.