Five Books to Read If You're Waiting for Wednesday Season 2
Whether it's a cursed school or a deadly legacy, these stories are filled with secrets you'll want to uncover.
1. The Harrowing by Kristen Kiesling
Set in a training academy for young mediums, The Harrowing follows a teen girl recruited to communicate with the dead. As she uncovers more than just ghosts, she's pulled into a deadly conspiracy. Full of paranormal intrigue and a gritty heroine, it's perfect for those missing the mystery and otherworldliness of Nevermore Academy.
2. Where Sleeping Girls Lie by Faridah Àbíké-Íyímídé
In this haunting thriller, a new student arrives at a mysterious boarding school only to find herself drawn into a deadly disappearance. The toxic friendships, secret societies, and suspenseful twists make this a must-read for fans of Wednesday 's sinister school drama and shadowy secrets.
3. A Deadly Education by Naomi Novik
Set in the Scholomance, a magical school where survival is not guaranteed, A Deadly Education introduces us to Galadriel 'El' Higgins—a prickly, powerful outcast with dark magic and even darker wit. Sound familiar? If you adore Wednesday Addams' sharp sarcasm and loner energy, El is your next favorite protagonist.
4. The Grimrose Girls by Laura Pohl
A group of girls investigates their classmate's death at an elite academy—and realizes they're living twisted versions of fairy tales. With a murder mystery at its core and dark magic creeping in, this book brings together queer representation, fantasy, and gothic vibes reminiscent of Wednesday 's eerie universe.
5. Starling House by Alix E. Harrow
This Southern gothic tale revolves around a cursed house, a strange guardian, and a girl who can't seem to stay away. Full of haunting atmosphere and buried secrets, Starling House is for those who loved the dark, almost fairytale-like undertones in Wednesday and want to wander into another world that's both magical and menacing.
If you're counting down the days until Wednesday returns to Nevermore, these five books will give you the twisted plots, sharp heroines, and eerie atmospheres you've been missing. Dive into these hauntingly brilliant reads and keep the creepy, clever spirit of Wednesday alive until Season 2 hits your screen.
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