A Day of Fallen Night

A Day of Fallen Night by Samantha Shannon transports readers to a fantastical realm where the echoes of ancient legends influence the present. This gripping prequel to the critically acclaimed The Priory of the Orange Tree intricately weaves the tales of three women whose fates are intertwined by a prophecy that will alter the course of history.

Tunuva Melim, a dedicated sister of the Priory, has spent fifty years honing her skills to combat the deadly wyrms. Despite her relentless training, the monsters have remained dormant since the fall of the Nameless One. Now, disillusionment is creeping in amongst the younger generation who question the relevance of their mission.

In the Queendom of Inys, political tides shift as Sabran the Ambitious secures an alliance through her marriage to the new King of Hróth, narrowly averting disaster for both their lands. Their daughter, Glorian, prefers a life of anonymity, overshadowed by her parents' legacy. She navigates her cloistered existence caught between duty and a desire for freedom.

Across the Eastern realm, amidst tranquil temple grounds nestled in the Seiikinese mountains, Dumai spends her days attempting to awaken the sleeping gods. Her serene life is disrupted by a figure from her mother’s mysterious past, propelling her towards a destiny that could shake the world.

The tranquillity of these landscapes is shattered when the dreaded Dreadmount spews forth terror and violence, heralding a new age of chaos. These three women, each harbouring strengths untapped and courage untested, must rise to preserve humanity from an apocalyptic threat.

A Day of Fallen Night masterfully blends intricate character development, sweeping epic narratives, and evocative world-building. Fans of The Priory of the Orange Tree will find themselves enthralled once more, delving into the backstory that shaped the current world and uncovering the threads that connect past and future events.

Chosen as a book of 2023 by the Metro, Cosmopolitan, Nerd Daily, PinkNews, and Waterstones

Renowned authors within the genre have praised Shannon's work:

'A magnificent, sweeping epic' - Jennifer Saint, Sunday Times-bestselling author of Ariadne

'Shannon is simply a master of the genre' - C. S. Pacat, New York Times-bestselling author of Dark Rise

'A tremendous triumph' - London Shah, award-winning author of the Light of the Abyss series