"I will teach you. If you let me, I can teach you a thousand different ways of loving yourself." His promise unsettled her very soul.

It was a dangerous thing, loving herself. Because when Kidan loved, she loved entirely. Selfishly. - Tigest Girma, Immortal Dark 

Immortal Dark is marketed as The Cruel Prince meets Ninth House, and I agree with this comparison.

This dark academia meets romantasy novel features black vampires, a cat-and-mouse trope, and layers of betrayal upon betrayal. The story is primarily set within Uxlay University, a hidden world within a world, steeped in secrets and intrigue.

"Sometimes, to survive, we must be made something entirely new." - Tigest Girma, Immortal Dark 

The writing style quite engaging, and it was easy to fall into a steady rhythm while reading. The setting is picturesque, and the writing style creates a moody ambiance that enriches the dark academia narrative.

One of the novel's strengths is its exploration of power dynamics within society, especially focusing on some of the struggles black women face. It highlights the challenges they must endure and how society often ignores or marginalizes them. At the start of Immortal Dark, Kidan's sister, June, goes missing, yet society does nothing to help. But when Kidan is accused of murder, everyone is involved with turning on her.

The concept of magical houses is particularly intriguing. There are several quotes in the book that resonated with me, especially when considering houses as entities—perfect embodiments of our mindset. I truly believe that houses, in a way, are alive, and the magic system in Immortal Dark plays on this idea.

The Three Binds of vampires are another fascinating aspect of the story. This could lead to a nuanced conversation. In the novel, Kidan suggests that it would be easier if all vampires were killed off, but, of course, that would end the story. Still, it raises the moral issue of wiping out an entire group of people. The rich lore of Dranacti is intriguing and adds depth to the world-building. 

"I will fight to live." - Tigest Girma, Immortal Dark 

Kidan herself is a morally complex and compelling character. She is determined to achieve her goals, even at the cost of self-damage. Her journey epitomizes what it means to be pushed to the edge and face the choice of whether to fight or bend. Kidan also has low-key OCD tics, which she uses to identify her feelings and calm herself, adding depth to her character.

Immortal Dark also incorporates a bully romance trope, as well as bullying in general.