Immortal Consequences (The Souls of Blackwood Academy)

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New for 2025, the thrilling dark academia debut novel for young adult readers, set at a magical boarding school in purgatory. For fans of Leigh Bardugos Ninth House Olivie Blake's The Atlas Six and Naomi Novik's A Deadly Education.

Welcome to Blackwood Academy: a boarding school located on the fringes of the afterlife.

No one knows why they end up at Blackwood; but when they enter the school's arched gates the only way out is to be chosen for the Decennial a series of magical trials held once a decade. The chosen pupil is offered a choice: graduate and join Blackwoods magical elite, or venture into the unknown and cross over to the Other Side.

Wren knows she has what it takes to winunless, that is, her arch-rival (and subject of her tortured dreams) Augustine steals her spot.

Irene has never cared about playing by the rules and will break whatever (and whoever) stands in her way, including her only friend, Masika.

Olivier has given up securing the nomination. But hell stop at nothing to keep Emilio, from crossing over to the Other Side.

All are determined to be Blackwoods chosen candidate. All are determined to win. But this Decennial will be unlike any before.

Six nominees.

Four trials.

One victor.

The competitors are about to learn that there are some fates worse than death.

Reviews

A twisty and thrilling dark academia fantasy with a unique, stylish setting and a compelling ensemble cast. Packed with drama, intrigue, and romance, Immortal Consequences will have you enthralled from the very first page. Ava Reid, #1 New York Times bestselling author of A Study in Drowning

Clever, sharp, and deathly decadent, Immortal Consequences is a brilliant debut into dark academia. Marie has written a master class in character and voice, with heart-pounding twists as terrifyingly beguiling as the shadows of the Ether. Amlie Wen Zhao, New York Times bestselling author of Song of Silver, Flame Like Night

With riveting twists, imaginative worldbuilding, and a cast of ruthless characters you cant help but fall in love with, Immortal Consequences will have you on the edge of your seat until the very last page. This was one hell of a fun ride. Pascale Lacelle, New York Times bestselling author of Curious Tides

Wholly unique, Immortal Consequences is an utter page-turner and a must-read for anyone craving a new favorite dark academia book. Marie is undoubtedly an author to watch. Rachel Moore, author of Us in Ruins and The Library of Shadows

Author Bio

I.V. Marie was born and raised in Miami to a Peruvian mother and Chilean father, where she acquired a penchant for afternoon cafecitos and developed an all-consuming obsession with books. Her writing ambitions began behind her grandparent's computer, where she spent her childhood crafting spooky and fantastical short stories. When she is not writing, you can find her rock climbing or watching atmospheric YouTube videos with her dog, Mr. Darcy.