Happy October!
This month we’re stepping into the moody, mysterious & morally ambiguous world of Dark Academia with Donna Tartt’s The Secret History - a cult classic that pulls us into an elite college, a close-knit circle of classics students, and the dangerous allure of beauty, knowledge, and obsession. With sharp prose and haunting atmosphere, Tartt’s novel has become the touchstone of a whole literary aesthetic.
For the social part of the evening, we’ll host a lively book debate: What exactly is Dark Academia? Which books shaped the genre, and where is it headed now? Bring your hot takes and favorite examples to the table. This is your chance to dive deep into the philosophy, nostalgia, and contradictions of the trend.
Whether you’ve just started or already turned the final page, join us for cosy discussions and fun little debate with fellow readers.Come find warmth, connection, and inspiration in our cosy corner of London this October.
