Vicious

Like Vicious, this novel features a cast of highly ambitious, morally grey characters with unique powers competing in a high-stakes environment. It explores the dark side of academia and the thin line between brilliance and obsession.

This book offers a cynical, grounded look at the collateral damage caused by superheroes, much like Schwab's deconstruction of the 'hero' archetype. It focuses on a protagonist who uses data and logic to seek revenge against the caped elite.

While not about superpowers, this is the definitive 'dark academia' novel that mirrors the intense, obsessive friendship and eventual betrayal between Victor and Eli. It captures the same atmospheric tension and intellectual arrogance.

Fans of Schwab's sharp prose and 'found family' of outcasts will appreciate this gritty heist novel. It features a master manipulator lead and a group of criminals navigating a world where power comes at a steep price.

This 'green bone' saga blends magical abilities with a brutal family feud and organized crime. It matches Vicious in its exploration of how extraordinary power influences politics, loyalty, and personal morality.

This dark military fantasy explores the psychological toll of power and the transformation of a student into a ruthless weapon. It shares the bleak tone and the 'villain origin story' feel of Victor Vale's journey.

Featuring twins created through alchemy to achieve godhood, this story echoes the 'science-meets-magic' experimentation found in Vicious. It is a complex, non-linear narrative about fate, power, and dangerous ambition.

This series is a rare YA exploration of a true villain protagonist who is consumed by her own power and desire for vengeance. It mirrors the dark, superpower-driven rivalry that defines Schwab's work.

With a sharp-tongued protagonist and a focus on a school for assassins, this book captures the same 'morally grey' energy and dark wit. It features a quest for revenge that drives the plot forward at a breakneck pace.

While set in a dystopian future, the intense rivalry, strategic brilliance, and themes of social upheaval will resonate with Vicious fans. It focuses on a protagonist who must become a monster to destroy a corrupt system.