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Oct 2024
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Secrets, Scholars, and the Dark Side of ...

Tina @tbretc and Hannah @hanpickedbooks
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Send us Fan Mail In Episode 172 of Book Talk, Etc., Tina and Hannah discuss the fascinating worlds of dark academia and campus novels. We dive into what makes these genres similar yet distinct, exploring the atmospheric settings, our favorite books within both genres, and what we think are the perfect components to a great academic setting. We also share our ... Show More
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