Dark rise

Dark Rise

C. S. Pacat • 2021

Overview

A teenage boy hunted by shadowy riders discovers an underground war between forgotten knights and resurrected dark lords. As ancient magic reawakens, he must decide whom—if anyone—to trust while the boundary between hero and monster blurs. The story blends portal-travel tension with court intrigue, set in a world where light and dark are not what they seem.

Who it's for

• Young-adult readers craving morally gray characters
• Fans of epic battles paired with London-alley atmosphere
• Anyone who enjoyed Pacat’s Captive Prince and wants a new universe

Key features

• Language: English
• Publisher: Quill Tree Books
• Year: 2021
• Series opener: Dark Rise duology