About the author
Emily Tesh is a British writer of science fiction and fantasy. Her work ranges from the Greenhollow novellas' intimate folklore to Some Desperate Glory, a space opera about ideology, loyalty, and the stories institutions teach their children.
The Incandescent turns to a magical school from the staff side of the desk. Its teacher protagonist must manage dangerous students, institutional responsibilities, and a threat that exposes how much protection depends on ordinary daily work.
Where to start
Start with The Incandescent for Tesh's adult fantasy about teaching, duty, and the practical labor behind a supposedly enchanted education.