The Last Graduate Summary
The Last Graduate is a novel written by Naomi Novik and is the second book in her Scholomance series. The novel follows the story of Galadriel, a teenage sorceress who attends the Scholomance, a magical school that teaches students how to defend themselves against the magical creatures that lurk outside its walls.
In the previous book, A Deadly Education, Galadriel had managed to survive the school year and had even formed some close relationships with her fellow students. However, as the Last Graduate begins, Galadriel has become increasingly disillusioned with the Scholomance and the dangerous system that she is forced to navigate.
The Last Graduate opens with Galadriel feeling more alone than ever. Her best friend, Orion Lake, is no longer speaking to her after she discovered that he had been secretly protecting her throughout the previous year. This left Galadriel feeling betrayed and unsure of who she can trust.
As the new school year begins, Galadriel is determined to make it through and graduate, but she soon realizes that things have changed at the Scholomance. The teachers are even more demanding than before, and the creatures outside the school seem to be growing more powerful.
To make matters worse, Galadriel discovers that there is a secret society within the Scholomance that is plotting against her and her fellow students. This society, known as the Golden Horde, is made up of some of the most powerful and influential students in the school, and they are determined to use their magic to gain more power and control.
As Galadriel navigates the dangers of the Scholomance, she is forced to confront some of her deepest fears and insecurities. She is also forced to make some difficult choices about who she can trust and what she is willing to do to protect herself and her friends.
One of the strengths of The Last Graduate is Novik's ability to create a rich and detailed magical world that feels both familiar and unique. The Scholomance is a fascinating setting, full of hidden dangers and ancient secrets. Novik's prose is also top-notch, and she has a real gift for crafting compelling characters and building tension throughout the novel.
Overall, The Last Graduate is a thrilling and engaging read that will leave readers eager to find out what happens next in the series. Novik has created a fascinating magical world full of danger and intrigue, and Galadriel is a compelling protagonist who readers will root for throughout the novel. If you enjoyed A Deadly Education or are a fan of YA fantasy novels, then The Last Graduate is definitely worth checking out.
