The dark is rising

Firefly & Fern Summary

The Dark Is Rising follows Will Stanton, a young boy who discovers on his eleventh birthday that he is one of the Old Ones, chosen to fight an ancient battle between light and dark. This gripping fantasy adventure weaves together English folklore, mythology, and coming-of-age themes as Will must learn to harness his newfound powers to protect his world from an encroaching darkness. Readers will be captivated by the richly imagined world, the sense of destiny and wonder, and a protagonist who must grow up quickly to face extraordinary challenges.