This Dark Descent
Age 14 +
28 September 2023Imprint: Macmillan Children's Books
Synopsis
Enter the corrupt world of Veradell, where warring monarchs vie for a kingdom full of forbidden magic, illicit romance and cut-throat horse racing. Steeped in Jewish folklore, this fast-paced YA fantasy by Kalyn Josephson is perfect for fans of Leigh Bardugo's Six of Crows.
Mikira Rusel is out of options. With her father imprisoned and facing rising debts, there’s only one...
Details
28 September 2023416 pages
9781035027910Imprint: Macmillan Children's Books
Reviews
This Dark Descent runs a breathless and delightfully twisting course full of danger and heartbreak, machinations and magic. I loved it and I can’t wait for more!Melissa Caruso, author of the Swords and Fire series
A riveting, clever Jewish fantasy that had me racing through the pages. With dangerous magic, high-stakes political intrigue, and a stunning cast of characters (and animal companions!), This Dark Descent is sure to leave readers begging for the sequel.Allison Saft, New York Times bestselling author of A Far Wilder Magic
Kalyn Josephson has crafted a rich world and a tightly-plotted story that kept me reading well into the night. Anchored by the emotional nuance of the two leads, this tale of horse-racing, magic, and power is not to be missed.Emily Lloyd-Jones, international bestselling author of The Drowned Woods
Brimming with action, political intrigue, and a touch of romance, This Dark Descent is a fierce and darkly magical thrill ride that will keep you on the edge of your seat.Ava Reid, award-winning author of Juniper & Thorn
