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Synopsis
Sixteen years ago, Charles Pennington, a guardian of the light, buried one of the servants of the dark under an abandoned brewery. When the city tears down the building, it unleases the power of the shadows. It's up to Charles, and the granddaughter he never knew he had, to contain the evil once more.
The Dark Ones: content & age rating
Intended for adult readers (18+).
This dark fantasy contains strong violence and horror elements as characters battle servants of darkness and shadow creatures. The supernatural threat and combat scenes are intense and suitable for mature readers only.
What to know going in
This book has strong violence, mild sexual content, and strong language. Content notes include death, violence, and dark magic (see the full list above).
Who'll love this
Teens who love dark urban fantasy will enjoy this fast-paced story about a guardian and his granddaughter fighting ancient evil.