In the shadowed corners of reality, where the fabric of existence weaves with the threads of the unfathomable, lies the heart of "Vita Nostra" by Marina and Sergey Dyachenko. This spellbinding novel transports readers into the enigmatic world of Sasha Samokhina, a young woman ensnared in the web of the mysterious Farit Kozhennikov. An encounter that begins with an insidious task and a golden coin spirals into a journey of dark academia, where the cost of knowledge is immeasurable. Sasha finds herself compelled to attend the Institute of Special Technologies, a place that defies the very nature of education and reality. Here, the impossible becomes possible, terror becomes an instructor, and the boundaries of existence are tested. "Vita Nostra" delves into the depths of the human psyche, challenging perceptions and pushing the limits of imagination. As Sasha navigates the arcane curriculum, each lesson reshapes her understanding of the world and herself. This novel is a masterpiece of contemporary fantasy, blending psychological suspense with a profound philosophical inquiry. The Dyachenkos have crafted a narrative that is as terrifying as it is enchanting, inviting readers to confront the unknown and ponder the unanswerable. "Vita Nostra" is not merely a story; it is an experience, a metamorphosis that echoes the transformative journey of its heroine. Prepare to be changed.