48 pages 1 hour read

Layne Fargo

They Never Learn

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2020

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Before You Read

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Super Short Summary

They Never Learn by Layne Fargo follows alternating perspectives of Gorman University freshman Carly Schiller and English professor Scarlett Clark, who are revealed to be the same person. Scarlett enacts vigilante justice against male perpetrators of sexual harassment and assault, evolving from a shy student to a calculated serial killer targeting campus predators.

Reviews & Readership

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Review Roundup

Layne Fargo's They Never Learn is praised for its gripping, twist-filled narrative and complex, morally grey characters. Reviewers admire the feminist themes and the dual perspectives. However, some find the plot occasionally predictable and the pacing uneven. Overall, it's seen as a compelling and thought-provoking thriller.

Who should read this

Who Should Read They Never Learn?

Readers who enjoy dark academia and psychological thrillers, like those found in The Secret History by Donna Tartt and You by Caroline Kepnes, will be captivated by They Never Learn by Layne Fargo. This book appeals to those who appreciate morally complex characters and intricate revenge plots.

Recommended

Reading Age

18+years

Book Details

Genre

Modern Classic Fiction

Mystery / Crime Fiction

Horror / Thriller / Suspense Fiction

Topics

LGBTQ

Gender / Feminism

Themes

Values/Ideas: Justice & Injustice

Values/Ideas: Good & Evil

Society: Education