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Susanne Valenti
Susanne Valenti co-writes Zodiac Academy and the wider Solaria world with Caroline Peckham, making her a key route for readers who want dark academy, bully romance, fae power, zodiac magic, and a very long connected binge.
Last checked: October 13, 2026.
Best starting points
| Reader goal | Start here | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Main Solaria entry | The Awakening | Book one of Zodiac Academy and the cleanest first step. |
| Reverse-harem prequel route | Ruthless Boys of the Zodiac | Use once readers want more Solaria history and related characters. |
| Prison spinoff | Darkmore Penitentiary | Best after readers understand the wider Solaria setup. |
| Newer Valenti/Peckham fantasy | Never Keep | A separate newer route for readers following the authors beyond Zodiac Academy. |
Series and book paths
| Path | Use it for | Fabled Romance link |
|---|---|---|
| Zodiac Academy | Dark bully academy, fae twins, elemental magic, heirs, prophecy, and long main-series payoff | Series hub |
| Zodiac Academy reading order | Novellas, alternate POV material, and spinoff placement | Reading order |
| Ruthless Boys of the Zodiac | Reverse-harem Solaria prequel-era story and murder mystery | Series hub |
| Crown of Hearts and Chaos | Newer dark fantasy romance route with GraphicAudio rollout | Series hub |
| Caroline Peckham coauthor path | Shared author route for Solaria and other coauthored books | Caroline Peckham hub |
Current audio note
GraphicAudio lists Hollow for October 23, 2026 and Savage Fae in two parts for November 23 and December 18, 2026. Use the series hubs for the current audiobook paths.
Reading community fit
Valenti and Peckham are usually discussed together because the appeal is the shared Solaria machine: huge drama, cliffhangers, bully romance, emotional whiplash, long payoffs, and a world that rewards readers who want more books rather than a neat two-book commitment.
Before you start
Start with The Awakening if you are new to Zodiac Academy. Save novellas, alternate POV editions, and spinoffs until the reading order tells you where they fit. This is a dark bully-academy path, not cozy magical school fantasy.
Reader FAQ
Where should I start with Susanne Valenti?
Start with The Awakening, book one of Zodiac Academy, or use Crown of Hearts and Chaos for the newer dark fantasy romance lane.
Does Susanne Valenti write Zodiac Academy alone?
No. Zodiac Academy and the wider Solaria books are co-written with Caroline Peckham.
What should I read after Zodiac Academy?
Use the Zodiac Academy reading order before adding Ruthless Boys, Darkmore Penitentiary, or companion material.
Who should read Susanne Valenti?
Readers who want dark academy, bully romance, fae politics, zodiac magic, ruthless heirs, and a long connected paranormal fantasy romance universe.