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Series

Darkness Rising

4 books

The Darkness Rising series by Kelley Armstrong and Mike Kraus has 3 books. Start with The Gathering (2011), then read the rest in the order below.

Darkness Rising reading order

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The Gathering

Kelley Armstrong

In a secluded Vancouver Island community, sixteen-year-old Maya grapples with a mysterious paw-print birthmark and an uncanny connection to wild animals. As strange occurrences plague her town, Maya begins to suspect these phenomena are linked to the secrets held within a nearby medical research facility. She must unravel the truth behind her unique abilities and the sinister experiments before her community, and perhaps her own life, are irrevocably altered.

FantasyUrban FantasyComing of Age
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Darkness Rising

Mike Kraus

When the world is plunged into darkness, ordinary people are forced to confront a rapidly collapsing society—and dangers far beyond the loss of electricity. As fear, violence, and uncertainty spread, survival depends on courage, resourcefulness, and the fragile bonds formed among those left behind. Blending post-apocalyptic suspense with relentless action, this gripping thriller explores human resilience, sacrifice, and how far people will go to protect what matters most.

HorrorSupernatural Horror
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The Calling

Kelley Armstrong

In this thrilling installment, Maya and her friends find themselves in a desperate fight for survival after a harrowing escape and a subsequent helicopter crash strands them in the remote Vancouver Island wilderness. As they confront new and unexpected dangers, Maya's unique abilities, tied to her mysterious birthmark, become their only hope. However, she soon discovers that she's not the only one in their group harboring extraordinary secrets. To make it back home, they must learn to trust each other and harness their hidden powers against formidable odds.

FictionAdventure FictionFantasy
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The Rising

Kelley Armstrong

In the thrilling conclusion to the Darkness Rising trilogy, Maya and her friends find themselves in a desperate race for survival, hunted by powerful forces. As their supernatural abilities grow increasingly volatile, they seek answers about their value and the true nature of their powers. Maya must confront truths about her past and face her inner demons to escape the relentless pursuit. This heart-stopping finale delivers the signature twists, suspense, and emotional depth that Kelley Armstrong is known for, leaving readers spellbound until the very last page.

FantasyUrban FantasySupernatural Horror