
The School for Good and Evil is a captivating middle-grade fantasy that subverts traditional fairy tale tropes, following best friends Sophie and Agatha as they are kidnapped to a magical institution. Sophie, the 'good' girl, is sent to the School for Evil, while 'witchy' Agatha lands in the School for Good. This unexpected reversal challenges their perceptions of themselves and each other, exploring complex themes of identity, friendship, and the true nature of good and evil. It's a long, immersive read perfect for ages 10-14, offering a darker, more nuanced take on classic stories that will spark discussion.
**A dark and enchanting fantasy adventure perfect for those who prefer their fairytales with a twist. The first in the bestselling School for Good and Evil series.** Every four years, two girls are kidnapped from the village of Gavaldon. Legend has it these lost children are sent to the School for Good and Evil, the fabled institution where they become fairytale heroes or villains. With her glass slippers and devotion to good deeds, Sophie knows she'll join the ranks of past students like Cinderella, Rapunzel, and Snow White at the School for Good. Meanwhile, Agatha, with her shapeless black dresses and wicked black cat, seems a natural fit for the villains in the School for Evil. But the two girls soon find their fortunes reversed – Sophie's dumped in the School for Evil to take Uglification, Death Curses and Henchmen Training, while Agatha finds herself in the School for Good, thrust among handsome princes and fair maidens for classes in Princess Etiquette and Animal Communication. But what if the mistake is actually the first clue to discovering who Sophie and Agatha really are?