Tainted Lessons (FANTASY)

At the prestigious Academy of Eldraea, where only the most gifted students are trained in the magical arts, power is everything-and every lesson has its price.Calaen Ardyn has dreamed of attending Eldraea her entire life, but when she finally earns her place at the academy, she discovers a world far darker and more dangerous than she ever imagined. Beneath its grand halls and glittering facade, Eldraea is riddled with secrets: forbidden magic, shadowy factions, and a string of mysterious disappearances no one dares to speak of.When Calaen is assigned to the enigmatic Professor Alden Graves, a master of forbidden arcane studies, her journey takes an unsettling turn. Professor Graves's lessons push her to the limits of her abilities-and challenge her understanding of right and wrong. As Calaen delves deeper into his teachings, she begins to uncover truths about the academy, her own past, and the sinister forces manipulating her future.But the closer Calaen gets to the truth, the more perilous her position becomes. Whispers of rebellion stir among the students, and an ancient curse tied to the academy's founding threatens to unravel everything. Torn between her ambition and her conscience, Calaen must decide: Will she become a pawn in the academy's dangerous game, or will she rise above it-even if it means sacrificing everything?Tainted Lessons is a gripping fantasy tale of ambition, betrayal, and the cost of knowledge. Perfect for fans of The Atlas Six and A Deadly Education, this story explores the thin line between power and corruption, and the choices that define who we are. In a place where every lesson has a consequence, will Calaen master the magic-or will it master her?