The battle between Good and Evil begins.
Two brothers.
One Good.
One Evil.
Together they watch over the Endless Woods.
Together they choose the students for the School for Good and Evil.
Together they train them, teach them, prepare them for their fate.
Then, something happens.
Something unexpected.
Something powerful.
Something that will change everything and everyone.
Who will survive?
Who will rule the School?
The journey starts here. Every step is filled with magic, surprises, and daring deeds that test courage, loyalty, and who you really are. But they only lead you to the very beginning of the adventures that are THE SCHOOL FOR GOOD AND EVIL.
When I requested this from NetGalley, I didn’t realize there were seven books in the series and this is a prequel. Technically I guess it could be read as a standalone, but I’d have preferred to read the other books first to fully understand this world. Other reviews I’ve seen also recommend it.
Twin brothers Rafal and Rhian are headmasters for evil and good sections respectively at a prestigious boarding school where heroes and vilains are trained and taught. They also watch over the Endless Woods. As long as the twins love each other, good and evil are in balance. Previous students of the school are recognizable names – Cinderella, Rapunzel, and Snow White – but this prequel features Aladdin and Captain Hook (James). The school masters are certain Aladdin is destined for Rafal’s school of evil, but when he’s dropped off at Rhian’s school of good, their world goes askew and the adventure begins.
The brothers’ relationship is challenged when feelings of betrayal, jealousy, and mistrust enter the equation. Add in a competition, pirates, and a bungled genie-granted wish, and you have a fun MG read. Although I enjoyed this book, I know I’d have appreciated it more if I’d read the others in the series, and it looks like a Netflix movie is coming. I know I’ll be watching.
I received a complimentary copy of this book from the publisher through NetGalley. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own.
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Yup, you gotta drop your kids off at the right school. What a fun premise for a story!
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It’s funny, Aladdin always thought he’d wind up at the evil school, but then he’s dropped off at the good side and questions his whole identity, lol. I think this will be a fun Netflix series.
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Judging by your review of the prequel, this sounds like a fun series! Especially with all of the Disney characters thrown into a boarding school setting. Love it!!! Excellent review!
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Thanks, Tessa! I can’t believe I’ve never heard of this series – how did I miss seven books? I’d love to find time to read all of them.
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It sounds like an entertaining read!
Speaking of which….I started The Insurgent last night. 🙂
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It was fun, Mae, and I enjoyed seeing characters I remembered from fairy tales popping up. I simultaneously doing a happy dance and being nervous that you’re reading The Insurgent!
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I’m sure I’m going to love it. The first one was awesome!
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It certainly sounds creative! I’m curious to learn this may turn into a Netflix movie. I probably won’t pick it up, but you did capture my interest. Thanks for the review, Teri. BTW, I hope to finish The Insurgent today. 😀
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I’ll definitely be checking it out when it’s a series – something else to add to the queue. And now I’m doubly nervous since you and Mae are both reading The Insurgent, lol.
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Ha ha. I finished! I’ll try get a review written tomorrow.
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This sounds like a fun book! I love the idea.
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So do I – and that’s why I wondered how I missed this entire series, Darlene. A school to train the heroes and villains – what a great concept!
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That’s a really cool concept. Thanks for sharing.
Are you going to read the series? Or just wait for Netflix?
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Kind of reminds me of the movie my boys used to watch, Sky High. I’d love to read the series, but I know I won’t be able to fit it in anytime soon. Probably Netflix will be it for me.
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Thank you for sharing your thoughts, Teri
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Thanks for visiting, John!
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This sounds like a fun series balancing good and evil. Thanks for sharing, Teri!
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It’s like walking a tightrope, Jan, lol. The relationship between the brothers fascinated me – one good and one evil, but they still loved each other and kept balance in the world.
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Oooo this sounds great (but that’s a lot of books coming after!!!)
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They actually came before this one. Since I wasn’t aware of them, I guess that tells you how long my kids have been out of middle school, Caro, lol.
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Oooh I want to read it now but I’d go with the main books first!
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If I’d know, I probably wouldn’t have requested this one, Sophie. I also prefer to read them in order.
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It looks like a fun series, and I’m sure my kids would enjoy it. Nice review, Teri.
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It seems to be a pretty popular series. My boys would have loved something like this.
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It happens a lot with me, realizing too late the book is part of the series. This sounds interesting. I haven’t read many pirate books. Great review!
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Same, Yesha. I’ve gotten better about double checking, but some still slip through. And I’ve really become a pirate fan!
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I think I’d enjoy the Netflix series on this one. Should be lots of cool special effects 🙂
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I’ll absolutely watch it when it drops, Jacquie. Should be a pretty fun one!
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HI Teri, this sounds rather interesting and I enjoyed your review.
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Thanks, Robbie! it’s such an imaginative concept – just love the characters that are included.
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