Titles in This Set. Ninth House. Hell Bent. Details. Condition: New. Format: Paperback. Publisher: Gollancz. Author: Leigh Bardugo. Series: Alex Stern (also known as the Ninth House series). Overview. Step into the shadow-drenched world of Yale's secret societies with this brand-new paperback set of Leigh Bardugo's bestselling Alex Stern series. Following outsider Galaxy "Alex" Stern as she uncovers occult conspiracies among America's elite, Ninth House and Hell Bent combine dark academia, murder mystery and dangerous magic into one unforgettable duology. A Sunday Times and New York Times bestseller, this is essential reading for adult fantasy fans who love atmosphere and unrelenting suspense.. About the Books. Ninth House introduces Alex Stern, the sole survivor of an unsolved multiple homicide who is offered an unlikely second chance: a full ride to Yale in exchange for monitoring the occult rituals of the university's ancient secret societies. When a young woman is murdered near campus, the official explanation doesn't sit right with Alex, and she is drawn into a dangerous investigation that exposes the rot beneath Yale's privileged veneer. Blending campus mystery, ghost story and biting social commentary, it became an instant hit, winning the Goodreads Choice Award for Best Fantasy.. Hell Bent picks up the story as Alex, forbidden by the secretive Lethe House from attempting a rescue, refuses to abandon her mentor Darlington to the hell he's trapped in. Recruiting a small band of allies, she sets out to breach the boundary between worlds and bring him home, whatever the cost. Raising the stakes on the occult intrigue and sharp characterisation that made Ninth House so compelling, Hell Bent deepens the mythology of the series while delivering a propulsive, emotionally charged continuation.. Complete duology so far: Read Ninth House and Hell Bent back-to-back in publication order.. Bestselling dark academia fantasy: A Sunday Times and New York Times bestselling series praised by Stephen King.. Brand-new paperback set: Portable format, perfect for commuting, travel or curling up at home.. Award-winning storytelling: Ninth House won the Goodreads Choice Award for Best Fantasy.. Great gift for fantasy fans: Ideal for readers of dark academia, occult mystery and morally complex heroines.. About the Author. Leigh Bardugo is a bestselling American author of fantasy fiction, widely known for the Shadow and Bone trilogy, the Six of Crows duology and the Alex Stern series. Her Grishaverse novels have sold millions of copies worldwide and inspired a hit Netflix adaptation. With the Alex Stern series, Bardugo moves into darker, adult territory, weaving occult intrigue, elite institutions and flawed, compelling characters into some of her most acclaimed work to date.. Why You'll Love This Alex Stern Collection. Two gripping, interconnected novels of murder, magic and moral reckoning at Yale, presented in a matching brand-new paperback set — ideal for binge-reading fans of dark academia and paranormal mystery, or as a standout gift.. Please Note: Cover artwork may vary slightly from the image shown, and this listing reflects the current UK paperback edition. ISBN shown reflects the specific edition supplied.