The Dark
Author(s): Marianne Curley
A dark and compelling sequel to The Named, The Dark crackles with suspense and intrigue. Hell-bent on avenging the death of one of their best, the Order of Chaos gain the upper hand in their battle against the Guardians. As the Order's attempts to change history bear fruit, Ethan and Isabel notice subtle changes in their daily lives as an altered past impacts on the future. Before they can confront the Order, Ethan and Isabel, joined by Isabel's brother Matt, must risk everything to travel through a dark world and save Arkarian, without whom the future looks bleak. Told from the perspectives of Isabel and Arkarian, the edgy relationships and pacy narrative make for an unputdownable read.
General Information
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- : Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
- : Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
- : 0.242
- : 01 March 2010
- : United Kingdom
- : 01 March 2013
- : books
Other Specifications
- : Marianne Curley
- : Paperback
- : 1
- : English
- : 823.92
- : 336
More About The Product
The second book in a brilliantly conceived and plotted trilogy It succeeds in being that unusual thing - a book which appeals to both boys and girls A very contemporary adventure, combining thrilling suspense and intriguing relationships
Praise for 'Old Magic': 'A confident debut that announces the arrival of a bright, lively new voice' TES Praise for 'The Named': 'Another gripping teenage novel from the author of Old Magic. Once more Marianne Curley pulls off a thrilling, complicated and magical story while keeping a firm grip on the reality of present day life' Irish Independent 'Marianne Curley's second novel, The Named, succeeds in combining the contemporary with the historical in this lively, eventful adventure' The Bookseller 'This pacey, contemporary mix of action, suspense and fiery relationships is cleverly calculated to appeal to both boys and girls' Books Magazine
Marianne Curley's debut novel Old Magic established her place as an exciting and original voice in the world of children's literature and has sold in 13 countries. Marianne lives in New South Wales, Australia.
