The battle for Solaria reaches its most emotional and explosive chapter in Zodiac Academy 8: Sorrow and Starlight, Book 8 in the bestselling Zodiac Academy series by #1 Wall Street Journal and Amazon bestselling authors Caroline Peckham and Susanne Valenti. This BookTok sensation continues the addictive romantasy saga with epic battles, slow-burn romance, elemental magic, dragons, vampires, and unforgettable twists that will leave readers breathless.

The stars have fallen.

The Vega twins have endured unimaginable heartbreak, devastating loss, and impossible sacrifices. Torn apart by darkness and standing alone, Tory and Darcy must find the strength to rise once again as their enemies tighten their grip on Solaria.

Hope is fading, but surrender has never been an option.

As ancient prophecies unfold and the war for the throne reaches a turning point, alliances will be tested, loyalties shattered, and destinies rewritten. With the future of their kingdom hanging by a thread, the sisters must embrace the power within them, reclaim everything that has been stolen, and prove that even after the darkest night, the phoenix will always rise.

Filled with heart-stopping action, emotional reunions, magical creatures, breathtaking romance, and shocking cliffhangers, Sorrow and Starlight delivers another unforgettable installment in one of today's most beloved fantasy romance series.

This updated paperback edition includes an exclusive bonus chapter, a brand-new world map, a new cover design, and beautifully illustrated interior chapter pages, making it a must-have addition for Zodiac Academy fans and collectors.

Zodiac Academy 8: Sorrow and Starlight – Book 8 of the Zodiac Academy Series

Perfect for fans of dark academia, fantasy romance, enemies-to-lovers, fated mates, morally gray heroes, and epic magical adventures, Sorrow and Starlight continues the unforgettable journey through the world of Solaria.

Zodiac Academy Reading Order

• Book 1: The Awakening
• Book 2: Ruthless Fae
• Book 3: The Reckoning
• Book 4: Shadow Princess
• Book 5: Cursed Fates
• Book 6: Fated Throne
• Book 7: Heartless Sky
• Book 8: Sorrow and Starlight
• Book 9: Restless Stars

Product Details

Title: Zodiac Academy 8: Sorrow and Starlight

Authors: Caroline Peckham & Susanne Valenti

Format: Paperback

Series: Zodiac Academy Series, Book 8

Genre:

• Romantasy
• Fantasy Romance
• Dark Academia
• Epic Fantasy
• Paranormal Romance
• New Adult Fantasy

Pages: 960

Dimensions: 2.05 x 8.9 x 5.98 inches

Illustrated: Yes

Publication Date: September 16, 2025

Features:

• Book 8 in the Zodiac Academy series
• Exclusive bonus chapter
• Brand-new world map
• Updated cover design
• Decorative interior chapter pages
• BookTok sensation
• Elemental magic
• Dragons, vampires, werewolves, sirens, pegasus, and more
• Slow-burn romance
• Enemies-to-lovers
• Morally gray characters
• Found family
• High-stakes fantasy adventure

Author Biography

Caroline Peckham and Susanne Valenti, known as the Twisted Sisters, are #1 Wall Street Journal and Amazon bestselling authors with more than seven million books sold worldwide. Their bestselling Zodiac Academy series has become a global BookTok phenomenon, beloved for its unforgettable characters, addictive romance, emotional storytelling, and immersive fantasy worlds. The sisters write together full-time from their garden office in the United Kingdom.