An Arcane Study of Stars was such a delightful dive into dark academia with a magical twist. Sydney J. Shields really knows how to write witches who are longing for independence, and I loved every bit of it. The magic system is very cool, with celestial powers and ancient secrets that kept me hooked. The story follows Claudia as she navigates a world of secret societies, dangerous bargains, and a rivalry with Cassius that turns into something so much more. It was all so atmospheric and engaging. I will admit that a bit of the plot was confusing or the pacing was off at times, but I really, really enjoyed it. The audiobook is great, and I especially loved the voice of the narrator, as it added so much to the experience. Immersive read for the win! I got drawn into the story from page 1 and couldn't let go. 4.5/5 stars. Thank you to @NetGalley and @littlebrownbookgroup_UK and @HachetteAudio for the eARC! #AnArcaneStudyOfStars #Bookstagram #NetGalley