USED: The Darkening (hardcover)

Atmospheric, powerful, and richly imagined, The Darkening follows Vesper Vale, a young woman determined to save her father from execution in a city trapped inside a deadly storm. To infiltrate the regime that condemned him, Vesper joins the prince’s elite soldier squad—only to discover shocking truths about magic, rebellion, and the curse that threatens to swallow their world. As dangerous secrets unravel and her loyalty is tested, Vesper must choose between protecting the people she loves and embracing the power rising inside her.

Dark, immersive, and full of tension, this YA fantasy is perfect for readers who enjoy magical intrigue, morally complex characters, and slow-burn romance woven into high-stakes adventure.