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Strixhaven: Omens of Chaos (Magic: The Gathering)
by Seanan McGuire
Published Apr 7, 2026
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About this book
After the devastating war that shattered her home and extinguished her dreams of becoming a mage, Eula Blue is offered an impossible second chance. An invitation to Strixhaven University, the premier magical academy in the Multiverse, transports her to a world of ancient knowledge and dangerous secrets. Eula arrives desperate to prove her worth, but she soon discovers that Strixhaven is far from the sanctuary she imagined.
As she navigates the competitive halls of dark academia, Eula finds her path inextricably linked to Segante, a fellow student cloaked in enigma. Their blossoming connection is forged in the crucible of shared peril, as a haunting shadow falls over the incoming class. Eula and her peers quickly realize they are being hunted, targeted by an unseen force that views their presence as an omen of chaos.
With the faculty distracted and the university’s defenses failing, Eula must master her latent abilities and unravel the truth behind the threats closing in. In a race against time, she and Segante must decide how much they are willing to sacrifice for one another, knowing that at Strixhaven, the price of failure is far steeper than a failing grade.
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What readers are saying
JagEngaging Dark Academia with High Stakes
"Strixhaven: Omens of Chaos is a really enjoyable read, especially if you like fantasy mixed with a darker, more intense academic setting. The story does a great job pulling you into the world of Strixhaven University, blending magic, mystery, and danger in a way that keeps things interesting from start to finish. Eula Blue is a strong and relatable main character, especially with her past shaped by war and loss. Watching her adjust to a new world while trying to find her place makes the story feel grounded despite the magical setting. The relationships she builds—especially with Segante—add depth and keep you invested beyond just the action. The pacing is solid, with enough tension and conflict to keep you hooked, especially as the students face real threats early on. It’s not just about school life—there’s a constant sense of danger that raises the stakes. Overall, it’s a great pick for fans of fantasy, Magic: The Gathering, or anyone who enjoys dark academia stories with action and character development. ["
April 18, 2026 Verified Purchase
Harrison SchweilochFantastic! Must buy!
"Strixhaven: Omens of Chaos (Magic: The Gathering) by Seanan McGuire Where to begin? I never played Magic:The Gathering when it came out. I was in college and I loved D&D and my only thoughts of Magic when it came out was that it was like a dumbed down version of D&D and I snobbishly turned up my nose at it because it was for kids and its parent company bought D&D from TSR and was trying to ruin it with 3rd edition - I fully admit, I didn’t know anything about it, it was an opinion based on ignorance. My brother-in-law has been teaching me how to play Magic recently and I am realizing how wrong I was and how fun and complex the game is! From following her on social media, I was aware how much Seanan McGuire loved Magic, and I just adore Seanan McGuire’s body of work. (Note: I review a bunch of her books so I am copying part of some of my other reviews here to save time.). She has quickly become my favorite living writer and I feel very lucky that she is so prolific. I was first introduced to her work when her book Parasite, written as Mira Grant, was nominated for a Hugo Award. I loved it and quickly devoured the Newsflesh series before I realized that Mira Grant and Seanan McGuire were the same person. I started reading her works under her own name, starting with Sparrow Hill Road, which is amazing, but I picked it because I was intimidated by her long running October Daye series. When Incryptid was nominated for the Best Series Hugo in 2018, I dove into that and I loved it! It is probably my second favorite series by McGuire (Velveteen Vs. holds a special place in my heart). And ever since I was little, I loved books set in magical schools. I still have my dogeared copy of The Worst Witch and have read it to both of my children. So when I found out my favorite author was writing a magical school book based on a game I liked I preordered a copy right away! Then I was lucky enough to get an eARC from NetGalley and the publisher. I loved this book so much! You don’t need to know anything about Magic to enjoy it (which is good, because I still don’t know that much lore about the game). 5 students from different planes of existence are recruited to come study at a magical university and they learn about each other and themselves in this book. The characters feel very real - none of them are perfect and they still learning who they are and what type of people they want to be. I enjoyed this book thoroughly and hope it sells well so that Ms. McGuire can write all the sequels she wants to! ["
April 7, 2026 Verified Purchase
FrostyGreat book but card arrived damaged
"The book is great and I enjoyed the story quite a bit. I took a star away due to the card did arrived damage. And it seem to be a common occurrence for other people as well. I was really bummed out about it as I wanted to use the card in my deck ["
May 15, 2026 Verified Purchase
RFFast delivery, arrived in perfect condition, beautiful promo card, great book!
"I got this for the Promo Card which is fabulous! Although, I am currently enjoying the book so far. Beautifully written. Might update my review once I have reached the end. The book arrived with zero damage, dents or bends. ["
May 11, 2026 Verified Purchase
