At the mysterious Blackwood Academy, located in the limbo between life and death, six students compete in the Decade, a ruthless trial held once every ten years that offers a single winner the chance to change their fate: to graduate, cross into the Beyond, or remain trapped forever. This time, the rules have changed, and only one can win, sparking a fierce battle fueled by rivalries, ambition, trauma, and hidden secrets. But in a game where nothing is as it seems and there are more players than they know, losing could mean a fate far worse than death. Perfect for fans of The Atlas Six, this debut is packed with dark magic, betrayal, and shocking twists.