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Campus Secrets and Sorority Thrills: Must-Read Books on College Life


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Welcome to the What to Read Next Podcast! In this special episode, we're sharing a recent live show from Novel Nights, during which we talked about books set in college, Greek life, secret societies, and taboo relationships. Laura, Victoria, and Francesca dive deep into recommendations for thrillers, women’s fiction, romance, and nonfiction.

If you’re curious about campus novels, sororities, fraternities, or secret societies, this episode is for you. Plus, get the inside scoop on Greek life from Laura, who shares her personal experiences as a former sorority house mom.

Episode Highlights:
  • Laura shares her personal experiences with sororities and Greek life and gives us some insider knowledge.
  • The team discusses books covering everything from campus murder mysteries to the social dynamics of rush and sorority life.
  • Learn about the difference between philanthropy in mainstream sororities and the deep commitment to community service in organizations like the Divine Nine and Latino sororities.
  • Dive into the real-life social and academic issues highlighted in books about secret societies and fraternities.

Books Mentioned:

Thrillers:

  • Zetas Till We Die by Danielle and Amber Brown https://amzn.to/3X6USgg
  • The Sorority Murder by Allison Brennan https://amzn.to/3AM1LMp

Women's Fiction/Commercial Fiction:

  • Rush by Lisa Patton  https://amzn.to/4dQDcg4
  • Palm South University (Series) by Kandi Steiner https://amzn.to/4g09Pcq

Non-Fiction:

  • Pledged by Alexandra Robbins https://amzn.to/3AXmCMD
  • The Divine Nine: The History of African American Fraternities and Sororities by Lawrence C. Ross https://amzn.to/3TAfdtt 


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