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The Darkening

A thrilling and epic YA fantasy novel
Series: The Darkening
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The Darkening by Sunya Mara is a gripping young adult fantasy set in a world threatened by a curse that brings darkness and destruction. Vesper Vale, the protagonist, must navigate a city on the brink of ruin while uncovering secrets and confronting magic she never knew existed. The story weaves themes of power, loyalty, and self-discovery as Vesper races against time to save what matters most.
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You might enjoy this book if you're drawn to enchanting fantasy worlds brimming with mystery and adventure. With its rich storytelling and thrilling twists, it invites you into a captivating journey where darkness threatens and courage shines through. This young adult tale is perfect for those who love exploring complex characters and intricate plots within a vivid, immersive universe.

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The Darkening

In this thrilling and epic YA fantasy debut the only hope for a city trapped in the eye of a cursed storm lies with the daughter of failed revolutionaries and a prince terrified of his throne.

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A fierce revolutionary. A desperate prince. Together they will face the Storm, or be swept away . . .

'Wild and thrilling' Adalyn Grace, New York Times bestselling author of All the Stars and Teeth

Prince Dalca was born for one purpose: to protect his home from the Storm, a deadly force that surrounds his city and curses everyone it touches. Vesper Vale is the daughter of failed revolutionaries. Since the Queen sentenced her mother to death by the Storm, she and her father have been on the run.

So when the queen's soldiers - led by Prince Dalca - catch up to Vesper's father, she will do whatever it takes to save him from sharing her mother's cruel fate.

Even arm herself with her father's book of dangerous experimental magic.

Even infiltrate the prince's elite squad of soldier-sorcerers.

Even cheat her way into his cold heart.

But when Vesper learns that there's more to the story of her mother's death, and that her home is in dire peril, she has little choice: trust the devious prince with her family's secrets, or follow her mother's footsteps into the Storm . . .

'Enchanting and wildly clever' Ayana Gray, New York Times bestselling author of Beasts of Prey

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Sunya Mara's debut novel presents a captivating, fast-paced adventure set in a storm-ravaged world. The richly woven narrative balances action with lush prose, drawing readers into a plot filled with unexpected twists and deep character exploration. With its enchanting world-building and thrilling twists, The Darkening has been praised for its emotional depth, leaving readers eager for its sequel.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781529354874

Publisher: Hodder & Stoughton

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 05 July 2022

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Hodder & Stoughton

Audience: Teenage

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 32.0mm

Width: 154.0mm

Height: 240.0mm

Weight: 480g

Pages: 400

About the Author

Sunya Mara grew up in six different cities across five different states and now calls Los Angeles home. She studied film and business at the University of Southern California and went on to write and illustrate at Kobe Bryant's Granity Studios. When not telling stories, she spends her time haunting old movie theaters and staring at museum walls. sunyamara.com Twitter: @sunyamara Instagram: @sunyamara

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