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The Darkening

A thrilling and epic YA fantasy novel
By Sunya Mara
Series: The Darkening
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In The Darkening by Sunya Mara, readers are introduced to a magical world under threat from a looming storm that destroys everything in its path. The story follows a young heroine who must confront her fears and journey into the heart of darkness to uncover hidden secrets. With themes of courage and friendship, the adventure is filled with suspense and enchanting twists, making it a captivating read for young readers.
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Format: Paperback / softback
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You might enjoy this exciting story if you love children's books filled with adventure, mystery, and rich world-building. This captivating tale offers a thrilling journey with vivid characters and imaginative settings, perfect for young readers who enjoy diving into magical worlds.

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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 grand epic' Chloe Gong

Only she can face the Storm . . .

Vesper Vale is the daughter of revolutionaries. Failed revolutionaries. Since the Queen sentenced her mother to death by a deadly Storm that curses everyone it touches, Vesper and her father have been on the run.

So when the queen's soldiers - led by paranoid Prince Dalca - catch up to them, Vesper will do whatever it takes to keep her father 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

'Wild and thrilling' Adalyn Grace

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  • The Darkening
    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...
    By Sunya Mara
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  • The Darkening
    'A grand epic' Chloe GongOnly she can face the Storm . . . Vesper Vale is the daughter of revolutionaries. Failed revolutionaries. Since the Queen sentenced her mother to death by a deadly Storm that curses everyone it touches, Vesper and her father have been on the run. So when the queen's soldiers - led by paranoid Prince Dalca -...
    By Sunya Mara
    Paperback
    Sold Out
  • The Lightstruck
    In the captivating sequel to The Darkening, Vesper and Dalca face their fiercest battle yet to save their besieged city from the Great King and his ominous army. 'Will ensnare you from the first page' β€” Chloe Gong on The Darkening Vesper Vale sacrificed everything to save her city. But when she awakens after three years as a vessel of...
    By Sunya Mara
    Paperback
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  • The Lightstruck
    In the captivating sequel to The Darkening, Vesper and Dalca face their fiercest battle yet to save their besieged city from the Great King and his ominous army. 'Will ensnare you from the first page' - Chloe Gong on The Darkening Vesper Vale sacrificed everything to save her city from the cursed storm. But when she awakens from three years...
    By Sunya Mara
    Paperback
    Sold Out

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Set in a richly imaginative world, The Darkening offers a captivating blend of adventure and introspection, praised for its thrilling pace and vivid prose. Reviews highlight its compelling plot, atmospheric setting, and complex characters, with many noting the book's ability to ensnare readers from the outset. The debut has been lauded for its intricate storytelling and leaves readers eagerly anticipating a sequel.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781529354904

Publisher: Hodder & Stoughton

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 27 April 2023

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Hodder Paperback

Audience: General / adult, Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 30.0mm

Width: 128.0mm

Height: 196.0mm

Weight: 280g

Pages: 400

Collections

Children's Books Children's Fiction Children’s, Teenage and Educational Fantasy General Fiction Sci-Fi & Fantasy Series: The Darkening Sunya Mara Young Adult

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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  • The Darkening
    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...
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    Paperback
    Sold Out
  • The Lightstruck
    In the captivating sequel to The Darkening, Vesper and Dalca face their fiercest battle yet to save their besieged city from the Great King and his ominous army. 'Will ensnare you from the first page' β€” Chloe Gong on The Darkening Vesper Vale sacrificed everything to save her city. But when she awakens after three years as a vessel of...
    By Sunya Mara
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    Sold Out
  • The Lightstruck
    In the captivating sequel to The Darkening, Vesper and Dalca face their fiercest battle yet to save their besieged city from the Great King and his ominous army. 'Will ensnare you from the first page' - Chloe Gong on The Darkening Vesper Vale sacrificed everything to save her city from the cursed storm. But when she awakens from three years...
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