Dead Poets Sorority is a quirky, humorous read that combines mystery with supernatural romance and a lot of heart. This book felt like it was written more for the YA folks so it wasn't quite my style but I enjoyed it anyway.

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I thoroughly enjoyed this book! The authors writing style had me hooked throughout this book.

I didn't want it to end, a book I really couldn't put down.

Thank you to Avon Books UK for providing me with an advanced reader copy of this book via NetGalley.

Dead Poets Sorority is a dark academia romance that delivers a delightful blend of humor, mystery, and supernatural intrigue. From start to finish, this story keeps you hooked with its quirky premise and engaging writing style. If you're a fan of romantic comedies with a ghostly twist, this book will be right up your alley. The witty and clever dialogue adds charm and sparkle to every character interaction, while the overall tone balances the eerie with the entertaining. It’s a truly fun read that combines supernatural elements with romance in a fresh, creative way. Weird in the best possible sense, the storyline is unique and utterly enjoyable—I was all in.

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This quirky, gothic, dark academia romance is a delightful blend of humor, mystery, and romance that will keep you hooked from start to finish. If you love stories that mix the supernatural with a touch of classic romance, this book is a must-read.

Plot and Characters: The story follows Emma Reeves, a student journalist who stumbles upon a secret society and accidentally summons the spirit of Nathaniel Harker, a 19th-century poet. The dynamic between Emma and Nathaniel is both charming and intriguing. Emma's modern sensibilities clash hilariously with Nathaniel's old-fashioned manners, creating a unique and engaging relationship.

Humor and Writing Style: The writing is witty and engaging, with plenty of laugh-out-loud moments. The author does a fantastic job of balancing the comedic elements with the more serious, romantic undertones. The dialogue is sharp and clever, making the characters' interactions a joy to read.

Themes: The novel explores themes of love, loyalty, and the lengths we go to protect those we care about. Emma's journey from skeptic to believer is both touching and relatable, and her relationship with Nathaniel adds a layer of depth to the story.

Conclusion: Overall, this book is a fun, heartwarming read that combines the best elements of romantic comedies and ghost stories. It's perfect for anyone looking for a lighthearted yet emotionally satisfying read. Whether you're a fan of dark academia or just love a good romance, this book is sure to delight.

Happy reading! 📚👻💖

I was invited by the publisher to review this book. Emma goes undercover for her student journalist piece, trying to get the scoop on the Dead Poets Sorority - only to learn that the organization is centered around long dead poets and bringing them back to life. During a night lacking sobriety, Emma winds up bringing up the spirit of a poet who did not quite gain fame, Nathaniel Harker. He instantly latches onto Emma, and she must decide on a love that transcends time or following through with her article and career.

This was a really bizarre and fun premise for a book, and I for one loved the storyline. It had some spooky vibes, but also was just really crazy and I found myself reading through this quickly!

Thank you to NetGalley and Avon Books UK for this ARC in exchange for an honest review.

I really loved the premise of this book. Emma and Nathaniel were engaging main characters, and I enjoyed watching their relationship develop—especially how Emma introduced Nate to modern life while he, in turn, shared his love of poetry.

However, the humour didn’t quite land for me, and I found the writing somewhat clunky, as though it could’ve used another round of editing. I also wanted to see more of Emma’s other relationships; it felt like she dropped everyone for her new romantic interest. While I understand she was going undercover, she didn’t come across as a very good friend.

Would I read it again? Maybe, if it were revised. But would I read more from this author? Definitely. The story was full of potential and imaginative ideas that just needed a bit more refinement.

Thank you to NetGalley for providing this ARC.

She used unalived unironically in a published book. 

I'm too old for this shit.

I absolutely loved this! Great play on words. If you're a millennial or older I know you got a cackle out of the title. Also, as someone who suffered in a sorority this book was absolutely perfection in displaying the true psychopaths/mean girl behavior.

Dark academia stories are my favorites. I was pleasantly surprised by how much I enjoyed this new title. Dead Poets Sorority explores complex friendships, academics, and much more. It moves fast and captures your attention immediately. Thanks to NetGalley for the ARC.

The writing felt clunky, it also had the feeling of a young adult writing it.

It took a bit to get into and then it threw too many spicy scenes which didn't fit in.

The ending left me feeling weird, it didn't seem to fit in with the theme of the book really

Thanks to Avon and NetGalley for the ARC!

Unfortunately, I found this book a bit hard to get through. I really enjoyed the individual parts: the dialogue can be funny, I liked the relationship between Emma and her ghost bf, and I found myself drawn to the intrigue of the sorority as a whole. But I think a mix of the writing style and the genre itself made this a tough one for me. I'd definitely recommend fans of gothic romance to give this a spin!

Cute and funny book but I found it hard to keep engaged with and to keep reading.
I can see the dark humour within it, and the plot and spice seem okay but Just not my cup of tea I’m afraid.

No. No, thank you. Writen clunky, with an over abundance of attemption of prose and iambic pretameter the story doesn't flow unless it's rushing toward the more sexualy charged moments, then slams into the proverbial wall.

Dead Poets Sorority evokes in me a fascinating sense of the collision between the old world and the new, between romantic ideals and modern realities. Sofia Shelley seems to have found the delicate balance between humor and darkness - a tone that few authors can master.

4.5/5 Oh my goodness, this was so much fun!

This is like Bunny by Mona Awad but so much better! So I would highly recommend to the Bunny fans out there!

This takes place at a college (at a sorority to be specific) and follows a group (sorority) of girls who bring to life their boyfriends.

This was a super fun and easy read, I gobbled it up. I read most of it last night before bed and then absolutely zoomed through the rest of it this morning.

If you're looking for a fun and slightly spooky time, I would highly recommend. I loved this and will definitely be looking out for more books by this author! I really don't know what else to say about this book besides that, give it a read!

Thanks to NetGalley for the e-ARC of this book in exchange for my honest review! My Goodreads review is up and my TikTok (Zoe_Lipman) review will be up at the end of the month with my monthly reading wrap-up.

This reminded me so much of the movie "Lisa Frankenstein". I found this book to be very entertaining, especially if you enjoy dark humor.

I really liked our main character Emma. She's smart, curious and funny. Plus she's determined too. She was a great character to have as the lead. Nathaniel was a cutie! Romantic and adorable. I enjoyed them together too. The steamy scenes were a nice addition.

The plot is wacky and a lot of fun. I couldn't figure out how this was going to end which kept me glued to the story. I felt the conflict was believable too.

This was utterly delightful and I cannot wait to tell other people about it. A great read for spooky season! Would recommend if you like dark humor, paranormal romances and fighting an evil sorority.

this was honestly so cute and the characters so loveable! i ended up rooting for the romance and while it wasn't my all time favourite book, i had a fun time reading this and still would recommend if you want a cute, fun, relaxing time with a book! the writing style didn't always work for me but the characters definitely were fleshed out and unique in their own ways. i enjoyed it!