The Dark That Hides Us

Light. Darkness. Power. Magic. The Children of the Elements are back in the epic sequel to the instant bestseller, The Light That Blinds Us.

Alexis, Demi, Blaise and Caeli lie in wait as the Haven prepares for the Battle of Stonehenge: a fight for light over darkness, good over evil. And Mortem fast approaches, threatening to engulf all in shadow. As the night wears on, secrets are spilled and truths come to light. The world is not all that it seems and there might be a little darkness, lurking just below the surface, within us all . . .

Dive back into the fantasy world that masterfully intertwines themes of mental health and the bonds of found family. Perfect for fans of Percy Jackson and Legendborn, from TikTok and BookTok star @andydarcytheo. 

Praise for The Dark That Hides Us:
"Explosive, action packed and full of twists I didn’t see coming, all while bringing together my favourite found family and sweeping romance – truly everything I love all in one book." - Bea Fitzgerald, author of Girl, Goddess, Queen
"Absolutely enchanting and nothing short of epic. Andy effortlessly transports you back to the golden age of YA fantasy." - Bill Wood, author of Let's Split Up
"Andy Darcy Theo is such an exciting new voice in YA. This series is truly thrilling." - Juno Dawson, author of Her Majesty's Royal Coven
"Breathtaking and exhilarating." - Rosie Talbot, author of Sixteen Souls
"One of the freshest voices in YA literature, and one of the most vital. I couldn’t put this book down!” - Sasha Peyton Smith, author of The Rose Bargain
“Andy Darcy Theo crafts an immersive fantasy world, seamlessly blending high-stakes adventure with deep, character-driven storytelling. With prose that is lyrical yet accessible, Theo evokes a sense of nostalgia which reminds you of your love for classics in the fantasy genre, whilst still feeling fresh and modern." - Busayo Matuluka, author of Til Death
"Thrilling from start to finish! Andy Darcy Theo has crafted an epic adventure that will keep readers hooked. Fans of book one are in for a treat because everything is levelled up in The Dark That Hides Us: more danger, more romance, more intrigue, and the showstopping finale will leave readers clamouring to find out what happens next." - Katherine Webber, author of Twin Crowns
"The Dark That Hides Us reminded me of why I fell in love with fantasy all those years ago. A full-throttle roller-coaster ride, complete with swoon-worthy romance, vibrant magic and sharp insights into mental health." - Ella McLeod, author of Rapunzella, Or, Don't Touch My Hair
“Exhilarating, electrifying and unputdownable. I devoured it in one sitting." - Danielle Jawando, author of If My Words Had Wings