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As the Shadow Rises

Book Two of The Age of Darkness
Series: Age of Darkness
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As the Shadow Rises by Katy Rose Pool is a gripping instalment in a fantasy series where the looming danger of an ancient prophecy threatens the realm. As chaos spreads across the land, a group of unlikely heroes must unite to confront a burgeoning darkness and wrestle with their destinies. Their journey is fraught with moral dilemmas, betrayals, and perilous battles, all set in a richly detailed world teeming with intrigue and magic.
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Format: Paperback / softback
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This book may appeal to you if you enjoy gripping epic fantasies filled with intricate magic systems and diverse characters. It offers a riveting story of destiny interwoven with themes of power and sacrifice, making it perfect for fans seeking a thrilling and emotionally charged adventure.

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As the Shadow Rises

The action-packed second novel in Katy Rose Pool's acclaimed Age of Darkness series, which began with There Will Come a Darkness

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As the Shadow Rises is the spectacular second novel in Katy Rose Pool's Age of Darkness trilogy—a modern fantasy blockbuster packed with magic, prophecy, and adventure.

Katy Rose Pool's showstopping fantasy debut, There Will Come a Darkness, began an epic tale of thrilling magic, ancient prophecy, and five lives who could stop the approaching Age of Darkness—or unleash it.

Now the adventure continues in As the Shadow Rises, as the forces of light and darkness collide—and the end of the world begins.

Series: Age of Darkness

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As the Shadow Rises by Katy Rose Pool is a highly praised novel, noted for its gripping narrative and well-crafted plot that serves as a strong start to the trilogy. The story is appreciated for its originality while retaining the appeal of classic fantasy. With compelling characters and surprising twists, the book highlights a prophecy shaped more by human decisions than by an unreachable destiny.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780356513546

Publisher: Little, Brown Book Group

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 03 September 2020

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Orbit

Audience: General / adult, Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 36.0mm

Width: 126.0mm

Height: 196.0mm

Weight: 380g

Pages: 528

About the Author

Katy Rose Pool was born and raised in Los Angeles, California. After graduating from UC Berkeley with a degree in history, Katy spent a few years building websites by day and dreaming up prophecies by night. Currently, she resides in the San Francisco Bay Area, where she can be found eating breakfast sandwiches, rooting for the Golden State Warriors and reading books that set her on fire. There Will Come a Darkness is her first novel. Follow her on Twitter at @KatyPool.

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